The Dutch show jumping riders seem to be enthusiastic and motivated with the return of high level sport in their own country. After Leopold van Asten secured a home win in the 1.40m opening class, Harrie Smolders won the 1.45m class aboard his Escape Z (Emerald).
Nobody seemed to come even close nearby the time of Smolders and his 10-year-old son of Emerald. As last starter, Christian Ahlmann did his best to beat the first time but came short about four seconds, placing second aboard d'Aganix 2000 Z (Dominator 2000 Z). Dutch rider, Maikel van der Vleuten completed the stage with Eric Berkhof's Edgar (Warrant).
Earlier Roger-Yves Bost placed, to now repeat his form. The French rider jumped into the fourth spot aboard his SF-mare, Bluemuch Des Baleines. Compatriot Simon Delestre completed the top five with Tinka's Hero Z.