Race 1 at Churchill Downs — Result & Payouts, Sunday 13 September 2026
Midnight Escapade won with Jose Ortiz aboard for trainer Steven Asmussen. Winning time: 1:38.60. Win payoff: $2.76, place $2.10. Full finishing order, official times and payoffs below.
| Pos | Horse | Jockey | Trainer | Win $ | Place $ | Show $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Midnight Escapade | Jose Ortiz | Steven Asmussen | $2.76 | $2.10 | — |
| 2 | Extra Benefits | Danny Sheehy | Chris Hartman | — | $3.40 | — |
| 3 | Bride | Jaime Torres | Thomas Vance | — | — | — |
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