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Breeders Cup Turf Sprint Betting Preview

November 4, 2023



Bettors can check out the 2023 Breeders' Cup Turf Sprint on Friday, November 4th in Arcadia, California as the 10th race at Santa Anita Park on the day. 13 horses will be contending in a five-furlong turf race and racing for a significant prize purse of $1,000,000. Live In The Dream is the frontrunner to win with odds set at 9-2.


  • Date / Track: 11/04/2023 Santa Anita Park

  • Post Time: 7:25 PM ET

  • Distance: 5 furlongs (turf)

  • Purse: $1,000,000

Breeders’ Cup Turf Sprint Betting Preview

Since the 2023 Breeders' Cup Turf Sprint presents a field of 13 horses, many numerous contenders that are competing for victory are likely already aiming to enhance their track records. Evaluating each horse's current form and how well they adapt to the prevailing conditions is crucial.

Seven horses in the field have recent wins under their belt, while 11 total have finished in the top three in their latest performances. Another tough field to cipher through, but some are more compelling than others.

Horses with Best Chance to Win

Bettors looking to place exacta or trifecta bets have great options to consider in the 2023 Breeders' Cup Turf Sprint. Here are a few horses to keep in mind as potential choices for your bets.

Live In The Dream 9-2

Live In The Dream has a recent fourth place finish at the Woodford G2 event. While this was arguably not the best he can do, he has an opportunity to redeem himself. Overall this year, he has three wins, a runner-up, and a third place finish in seven events.

Arzak 6-1

Arzak has two wins and a second place finish so far in five attempts this season. He is coming off of a win at the Woodford G2 event, which bodes well for his chances at success since he already defeated horses in this event.

Odds, Series Trends and Free Pick

MyBookie provides the betting odds for the 2023 Breeders' Cup Turf Sprint. Below you can see how each horse stacks up and which ones might have the best opportunity to win.


  • Big Invasion: 15-1

  • Caravel: 5-1

  • Tony Ann: 15-1

  • Live In The Dream: 9-2

  • Gear Jockey: 12-1

  • Nobals: 6-1

  • Aesop’s Fables: 12-1

  • Roses For Debra: 12-1

  • Motorious: 5-1

  • Jasper Krone: 12-1

  • Arzak: 6-1

  • Beer Can Man: 12-1

  • Lane Way: 6-1

Tony Ann 15-1

Tony Ann has a tremendous opportunity to defy the odds here. She has a win, a runner-up, and a third place finish in three events so far this season. Her recent performance was a win at the Franklin Stakes G2 event.

Her training is excellent, as she is guided by Philip D’Amato. Looking at her career performances, she has five wins, a runner-up, and three third place finishes in 10 starts.

Spooky Express Pick: Tony Ann 15-1