Race 8 at Finger Lakes — Result & Payouts, Wednesday 7 October 2026
Fidela won with Joel Cruz aboard for trainer Beth Miller-Saul. Winning time: 1:14.29. Win payoff: $3.36, place $2.68, show $2.24. Full finishing order, official times and payoffs below.
| Pos | Horse | Jockey | Trainer | Win $ | Place $ | Show $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fidela | Joel Cruz | Beth Miller-Saul | $3.36 | $2.68 | $2.24 |
| 2 | Crystal | Olaf Hernandez | Luis Gutierrez | — | $13.24 | $6.80 |
| 3 | Shes Sal's Dream | Sofia Vives | Michael Ferraro | — | — | $5.34 |
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