First place went to
Issane El Fawsett ridden by Stephanie Arnal, once again a son of the legendary
stallion Persik.
A good level of participation this year for the famous
race of Florac(France).
An innovative initiative of the organizers :
inviting some of the best French and foreigners at their ride, taking at their
charge the registration fees and the accommodation and meals for the rider and
his crew. 25 riders were invited, including 16 foreigners from Belgium, Denmark,
Italy, Spain, Ireland, Switzerland. This year the date of the race was moved
from September to the first Saturday of July to avoid some interference with the
Championships that are traditionally held in September.
Once again, the
talented Alize de Lap, with Yves Preveiraud was not able to cross the finish
line at the first place. Alize was second this year, fourth the year before, 6th
in 2002, 2nd in 2000, 3rd in 1999!
