It had been raining for several days at Åby but the sun was shining this day a the track was in good shape.
One after another the horses came out on the track for the obigatory parade. After some warmup the horses lined up behind the car as it began to move down the track.
Old Cruiser tried its best to keep the lead but finally had to give in to Climbing
Knight that came steaming ahead.
Golden Baby saw it's chance when the leader lost tempo and took the lead.
Climbing
Knight took the lead after 1000m. Old Cruiser didn't have a good time being caught on the outside. Golden Baby galoped after 1000m and lost 40 m.
Old Cruiser looked to be in good shape this day and took the lead after 1500m.
Climbing
Knight put some pressure on the leader and could take over.
Thinking Angel was disturbed and galopped for 40 m. Old Cruiser speeded up in the last bend and was first on the homestretch.
