Stephanie and Jim Briles are new to Thoroughbred ownership, introduced to the sport by trainer Miguel Clement and the Clement family over the last year. The early returns have been promising to say the least for Briles Family Stable as Brickyard Belle, a 2-year-old Yaupon filly they co-own in partnership, is a leading contender for the $1 million Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Turf Sprint Oct. 30 at Keeneland.

Indian Summer Stakes winner Adonius needs several defections to get into the field for the $1 million Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Turf Sprint Oct. 30 at Keeneland, but exercise rider Diaz Gibson has enjoyed every moment of the experience with the talented 2-year-old no matter what happens in the coming days.