Race 2 at Laurel Park — Result & Payouts, Friday 9 October 2026
Always Forward won with Jorge Hernandez aboard for trainer Joseph Murphy. Winning time: 1:40.55. Win payoff: $15.40, place $4.40, show $5.20. Full finishing order, official times and payoffs below.
| Pos | Horse | Jockey | Trainer | Win $ | Place $ | Show $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Always Forward | Jorge Hernandez | Joseph Murphy | $15.40 | $4.40 | $5.20 |
| 2 | Ginger Girl | Angel Cruz | Joanne Shankle | — | $2.40 | $3.20 |
| 3 | Skip Thru Da Fire | Gerardo Rabadan | Joseph Murphy | — | — | $15.00 |
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