Only a few clouds could be spotted on the sky this day. Solänget track was in top-condition.
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.
Strong Magpie took the lead after a very quick start. Punching Asteroid showed unexperience when he was disqualified for galloping.
Stallion Killer Jane saw it's chance when the leader lost tempo and took the lead.