Race 8 at Charles Town — Result & Payouts, Thursday 1 October 2026
Axel Foley won with Jacqueline Davis aboard for trainer Kristy Rodriguez. Winning time: 1:28.39. Win payoff: $7.00, place $3.40, show $2.60. Full finishing order, official times and payoffs below.
| Pos | Horse | Jockey | Trainer | Win $ | Place $ | Show $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Axel Foley | Jacqueline Davis | Kristy Rodriguez | $7.00 | $3.40 | $2.60 |
| 2 | Hamdoun | Angel Cruz | Adam King | — | $2.80 | $2.20 |
| 3 | Birdy Whisper | Victor Rodriguez | Kevin Joy | — | — | $3.40 |
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