Race 5 at Horseshoe Indianapolis — Result & Payouts, Wednesday 16 September 2026
Couldyoubeloved won with Marcelino Pedroza, Jr. aboard for trainer Joe Sharp. Winning time: 1:38.92. Win payoff: $2.80, place $2.10, show $2.10. Full finishing order, official times and payoffs below.
| Pos | Horse | Jockey | Trainer | Win $ | Place $ | Show $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Couldyoubeloved | Marcelino Pedroza, Jr. | Joe Sharp | $2.80 | $2.10 | $2.10 |
| 2 | Hidden Recipe | Orlando Mojica | Douglas Danner | — | $3.00 | $2.40 |
| 3 | Annie Express | Joseph Ramos | Chaz Rechy | — | — | $2.60 |
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