Thijssen and her son of Quinar Z, Con Quidam RB didn't leave any space for the other combinations. The pair was the only combination to keep it clear in under 66 seconds, referring Spain's Armando Trapote and his 12-year-old Tornado VS (Toulon) in the runner-up position. Reigning European champion, Martin Fuchs completed the stage with the 10-year-old Commisar Pezi (Commissario).

France's top rider, Olivier Robert placed in a fourth spot with the 10-year-old KWPN-mare, Iglesias DV (Quasimodo van de Molendreef). Thijssen's compatriot, Michael Greeve completed the top five aboard the 9-year-old Jacksonville Eurohill (Emerald).

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