For years, Jim Maxwell wanted a winning racehorse. His close friend, a thoroughbred veterinarian had an idea how to create a champion. Their experiment would be costly, and in the end confirm their convictions winners are born and not made. Motivated by his desire and conviction, Maxwell agrees with Bellman to proceed with the endeavor. However, before the initial test of their experiment, Bellman is shot to death under mysterious circumstances. Now, more then ever, Jim must prove to himself his horse is a winner as well as find the killer of his long time friend. A daunting task since he must his horse in the process.