Race 8 at Charles Town — Result & Payouts, Friday 23 October 2026
Improbable Dream won with Arnaldo Bocachica aboard for trainer Gary Williams, Jr.. Winning time: 1:29.28. Win payoff: $11.40, place $6.80, show $5.60. Full finishing order, official times and payoffs below.
| Pos | Horse | Jockey | Trainer | Win $ | Place $ | Show $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Improbable Dream | Arnaldo Bocachica | Gary Williams, Jr. | $11.40 | $6.80 | $5.60 |
| 2 | Mustwinagenda | Kelvin Cruz | Keturah Obed-Letts | — | $25.20 | $9.40 |
| 3 | Rum Room | Jeiron Barbosa | Anthony Farrior | — | — | $10.80 |
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