The remarkable career of Aidan O'Brien can hit new heights as Stravinsky takes on the locals in tonight's Breeders' Cup Sprint (7.53 p.m) at Gulfstream Park, Florida.

The importance of the draw cannot be understated, particularly in the Mile and Sprint, where a poor post position is almost akin to a death sentence.

O'Brien, having decided to run his quartet on medication, takes on the home side in an area which hasn't tended to be the old continent's strong suit, on dirt.

Stravinsky is Europe's top sprinter and although well drawn in seven, local odds compilers have dismissed his chances by chalking him up at 15 to 1.

However, the colt has impressed in the build-up to this £344,578 event and can give Ireland a third success, following Royal Academy and Ridgewood Pearl, in this annual series of races.

It is a similar story with Warrior Queen (15 to 1 in the Juvenile Fillies). Whereas Brahms and Mull of Kintyre, rate 12 to 1 and 15 to 1 shots in the Juvenile.

The bulk of the Europeans are well drawn in the Mile, namely Docksider (two), Jim And Tonic (six) and Lend A Hand (seven).

Although Michael Stoute must be cursing his luck following Susu's 13 wide draw, which could prove a tough handicap to overcome.

The draw is of less importance in the longer races such as the Turf (12f), where Godolphin's Daylami looks to be Europe's best prospect.

Godolphin will also be seeking glory in the richest race of the day, the three million dollar Classic, with the Dubai World Cup hero Almutawakel.

Breeders Cup XVI also comes with a difference as it ushers in the inaugural Filly And Mare Turf, which has attracted four from the old continent, Zomaradah, Insight, Borgia and Louve.