Race 9 at Lone Star Park — Result & Payouts, Friday 16 October 2026
Battle won with Raul Hernandez, Jr. aboard for trainer Jose Sanchez III. Winning time: :17.59. Win payoff: $38.60, place $15.60, show $7.40. Full finishing order, official times and payoffs below.
| Pos | Horse | Jockey | Trainer | Win $ | Place $ | Show $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Battle | Raul Hernandez, Jr. | Jose Sanchez III | $38.60 | $15.60 | $7.40 |
| 2 | Political Assasin | Froylan Ramirez | Elida Bustamante | — | $9.80 | $5.00 |
| 3 | San Fernando Creek | Ali Rivera | John Stinebaugh | — | — | $2.80 |
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