Race 5 at Charles Town — Result & Payouts, Thursday 8 October 2026
Chief Morter won with Nomar Arroyo Bueno aboard for trainer Kevin Joy. Winning time: :52.70. Win payoff: $3.20, place $2.60, show $2.20. Full finishing order, official times and payoffs below.
| Pos | Horse | Jockey | Trainer | Win $ | Place $ | Show $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chief Morter | Nomar Arroyo Bueno | Kevin Joy | $3.20 | $2.60 | $2.20 |
| 2 | Chucky Our Law | J. Acosta | Gerard Galligan | — | $6.40 | $3.00 |
| 3 | Shawnpatrick | Edgar Villasmil | Kelly Deiter | — | — | $7.00 |
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