Although the privateer Alfa had a sizeable lead over the Mercedes, they were not able to ease off, as the Talbot (in third) kept up the pressure for honours in the Index and Biennial Cup handicap competitions.
Despite having an advantageous lead, the privateer Alfa was unable to ease up; the Talbot (third place), persistently applying pressure, competed for victory in both the Index and Biennial Cup handicap events.