Race 8 at Churchill Downs — Result & Payouts, Sunday 25 October 2026
Medinah won with Jose Ortiz aboard for trainer Mark Casse. Winning time: :56.94. Win payoff: $4.90, place $3.68, show $2.84. Full finishing order, official times and payoffs below.
| Pos | Horse | Jockey | Trainer | Win $ | Place $ | Show $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Medinah | Jose Ortiz | Mark Casse | $4.90 | $3.68 | $2.84 |
| 2 | Sharpie Girl | Danny Sheehy | Kelsey Danner | — | $15.34 | $7.60 |
| 3 | Epernay | Edgar Morales | J. Sweezey | — | — | $7.22 |
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