Race 3 at Churchill Downs — Result & Payouts, Saturday 12 September 2026
Lightning Run won with Jose Ortiz aboard for trainer Joe Sharp. Winning time: 1:49.73. Win payoff: $4.76, place $3.66, show $3.04. Full finishing order, official times and payoffs below.
| Pos | Horse | Jockey | Trainer | Win $ | Place $ | Show $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lightning Run | Jose Ortiz | Joe Sharp | $4.76 | $3.66 | $3.04 |
| 2 | Don's Joy | Tyler Gaffalione | Joe Sharp | — | $5.94 | $4.14 |
| 3 | Risky Wave | Victor Carrasco | George Arnold II | — | — | $4.40 |
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