First Defence was quickest away but was soon challenged by Fatal Bullet to his outside through an opening quarter of 21.28. Fatal Bullet took over the lead entering the far turn and opened up a 1 1/2 length advantage at the top of the lane, getting the half in 43.85. However, Midnight Lute, slowest out of the gate, came out 6 wide on the turn and circled the field, passing Fatal Bullet at the 1/16 pole and pulling away to win by 1 3/4 lengths in 1:07.08. Favorite Street Boss finished another 1 3/4 lengths back in third.
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2008 Breeders' Cup World Championships Saturday Part 1
By Cindy Pierson Dulay, About.com Guide
Midnight Lute wins the 2008 Breeders' Cup Sprint
Midnight Lute wins the 2008 Breeders' Cup Sprint at Santa Anita
© Terence Dulay
A field of eight older horses went to post in the $2 million Sentient Breeders' Cup Sprint (G1) over 6 furlongs on the Pro-Ride track. Bing Crosby Handicap winner Street Boss was sent off as the 2-1 favorite, exiting a runner-up finish in the Ancient Title. Defending Sprint champion Midnight Lute was the 5-2 second choice over Kentucky Cup Sprint winner Fatal Bullet at 5-1.
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