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Originally Posted by Gander
I wonder how the eclipse voters see the distance of one mile? Is there any strict rule/guideline governing what a sprint is in the eyes of the voters?
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Without strict guidelines, races like the Cigar and Met Miles have been the basis for Eclipse Award votes for champion sprinter. In 2007, Discreet Cat finished second in the voting behind Thor's Echo. His only NA stakes wins were in the Jerome and Cigar Mile.
In 2004, after victories in the Carter, Met Mile and Vosburgh, Pico Central's chance to beat Speightown for the award was largely viewed as being dependent upon his ability to win the Cigar Mile to cap his campaign. After Pico lost to Lion Tamer, Speightstown was voted champion sprinter.