Race 1 at Charles Town — Result & Payouts, Friday 18 September 2026
Ruby Bay won with Jose Diaz aboard for trainer Tyler Shanley. Winning time: :54.08. Win payoff: $11.40, place $5.20, show $2.80. Full finishing order, official times and payoffs below.
| Pos | Horse | Jockey | Trainer | Win $ | Place $ | Show $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ruby Bay | Jose Diaz | Tyler Shanley | $11.40 | $5.20 | $2.80 |
| 2 | Julie Belle | Christian Hiraldo | Homero Laguna | — | $10.80 | $4.20 |
| 3 | Climate Change | Walter Cullum | Sherry Jackson | — | — | $2.20 |
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