What is the answer to "Certain horse race or hat" in the NYT Midi Crossword?

The answer to the NYT Midi Crossword clue "Certain horse race or hat" is DERBY (5 letters).

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Certain horse race or hat NYT Midi Crossword Clue

Down clue · from the September 5, 2026 puzzle

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Answer

DERBY

5 letters · Down · last seen September 5, 2026

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