Our Ivanhowe scored an impressive first up win. He settled back in second last place in the seven-horse field before commencing his move (wide) nearing the home turn. He responded quickly, took the lead at the 200m and then drew away to win easily. The favourite Hartnell was ridden patiently by William Buick and remained in last place, behind a very steady tempo in the Heavy 10 conditions before looking to improve approaching the home turn. He then went deep (under riding), took a while to pick up and then made ground to take second, without looking threatening. The United States raced in fourth place, went to third at the 200m and then battled on to hold that position to the post.