Race 2 at Gulfstream Park — Result & Payouts, Sunday 18 October 2026
Messi's Magic won with Micah Husbands aboard for trainer Saffie Joseph, Jr.. Winning time: :57.74. Win payoff: $8.80, place $3.60, show $3.20. Full finishing order, official times and payoffs below.
| Pos | Horse | Jockey | Trainer | Win $ | Place $ | Show $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Messi's Magic | Micah Husbands | Saffie Joseph, Jr. | $8.80 | $3.60 | $3.20 |
| 2 | More Power to You | Diego Herrera | Mark Casse | — | $3.40 | $2.10 |
| 3 | Dr. d'Oro | Samy Camacho | Victor Barboza, Jr. | — | — | $2.40 |
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