One deserving punter collected the bountiful sum of $9,664,680 after correctly identifying eight of the nine winners in the Ketch 9 exotic wager on Saturday, July 25, 2026.
The large payout amount was shaped by two decisive factors: the mandatory factor and the heightened betting activity generated by the Diamond Mile raceday, which drew strong fields and boosted wagering volumes.
As the sequence reached its climax in the Diamond Mile itself, it was announced that only a single ticket remained alive going into race nine of nine, the Diamond Mile. Suspense built further when confirmation came that the ticket-holder had not selected Phenomenal Power, the eventual Diamond Mile winner.
Even so, the bettor’s tally of eight victories was enough to secure the top prize.
