Emphatic wins $2 million Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Fillies

The filly Emphatic secured victory in the $2 million Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Fillies at Keeneland, finishing 1 1/2 lengths ahead of the favorite, Miss Monica. Ridden by Tyler Gaffalione, Emphatic took command on the far turn to complete the 1 1/16-mile race in a time of 1:42.29.

This win marks the first Breeders’ Cup victory for trainer Brendan Walsh. The performance earned Emphatic 30 points toward the 2027 Kentucky Oaks. Miss Monica finished second, followed by Manuka Honey in third. Lexi’s Charm, which held an early lead, finished 11th.