Race 1 at Churchill Downs — Result & Payouts, Saturday 26 September 2026
Ashes and Diamonds won with Brian Hernandez, Jr. aboard for trainer James Baker. Winning time: 1:18.26. Win payoff: $9.84, place $5.14, show $3.26. Full finishing order, official times and payoffs below.
| Pos | Horse | Jockey | Trainer | Win $ | Place $ | Show $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ashes and Diamonds | Brian Hernandez, Jr. | James Baker | $9.84 | $5.14 | $3.26 |
| 2 | Getting After It | Francisco Arrieta | Michael Puhich | — | $7.36 | $5.04 |
| 3 | Mustang Lady | Jaime Torres | Troy Newton | — | — | $3.86 |
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