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I Am Maximus joins Grand National greats by regaining crown to emulate Red Rum

I Am Maximus made history when becoming the first horse to regain the Grand National since the Aintree legend Red Rum in the 1970s

The Guardian - UK · Apr 11

Grand National 2026 result in full: Where your horse finished plus fallers

I Am Maximus wins the big one at Aintree

Evening Standard · Apr 11

Public opinion split on horse racing as Polanski calls for ban ahead of Grand National

Green leader Zack Polanski has doubled down on his calls to ban horse racing in the wake of the tragic death of Gold Dancer ahead of the Grand National

The Independent UK · Apr 11

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Grand National 2026 LIVE: I Am Maximus claims historic win in dramatic style at Aintree

I Am Maximus, the 9/2 favourite, became the first horse since Red Rum in the 1970s to regain the Grand National title having lost it

The Independent UK · Apr 11

How to watch Grand National 2026 FOR FREE: TV channel and live stream today

I Am Maximus is favourite to repeat 2024 victory at Aintree, with defending champion Nick Rockett withdrawn

Evening Standard · Apr 11

How to watch Aintree Races for free — live stream Grand National 2026 from anywhere

Hold onto your hats and place your bets: here's how to watch Aintree Races for free from anywhere in the world as the sport of kings heads to Aintree for the Grand National weekend.

TechRadar · Apr 9

Elliott targets Grand National with five runners after first-day Aintree double

Gordon Elliott opened the Grand National meeting with a 15-1 Grade One double and now plans a five-strong challenge for the Grand National

The Guardian - UK · Apr 9

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Why is Nick Rockett not running in the Grand National 2026?

Reigning champion has been declared as a non-runner in shock ahead of Aintree showpiece this weekend

Evening Standard · Apr 9

What time does Grand National 2026 start? Field, results, weather forecast, latest tips and odds today

The most famous steeplechase in the world headlines three-day meeting

Evening Standard · Apr 8

Grand National betting offers: A guide to the best Grand National free bets

Saturday makes the running of the 178th iteration of the Grand National, arguably the most famous contest in horse racing event in the world.

The Independent UK · Apr 8

Trailblazing jockey Rachael Blackmore to be inducted as Grand National legend

Rachael Blackmore won the Grand National aboard Minella Times in 2021

The Independent UK · Apr 7

Sky Bet Grand National sign up offer 2026: Place a 5p bet and get £30 free bet

Claim Sky Bet’s Grand National sign up offer worth £30 in free bets

The Independent UK · Apr 4

When is the Grand National 2026? Start time and how to watch on TV

The biggest event in the horse racing calendar is back at Aintree, with I Am Maximus eyeing up redemption after missing out last year against Nick Rockett

The Independent UK · Apr 1

Cheltenham Festival provides glimpse into horseracing’s future while returning to its past

Day two at the Festival was branded Ladies Day for the first time in seven years but the on-course action was more eye-catching than the stylish attire on display

The Independent UK · Mar 11

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The Independent UK · Nov 10, 2025

Trailblazing jockey Rachael Blackmore lands major new Cheltenham Festival role

The Racecourse says Blackmore, the first female jockey to win the Grand National and the Cheltenham Gold Cup, is the ‘ideal ambassador’ to attract more women to the sport

The Independent UK · May 13, 2025

‘She smashed barriers’: Rachael Blackmore tributes flood in after ground-breaking jockey retires

Blackmore won both the Grand National and Gold Cup in a career that included 575 wins across 4,566 races

The Guardian - UK · Apr 25, 2025

Skelton v Mullins: ‘bouncer’ blocks path to title on final day of jumps season

The Irish trainer is sending 21 runners to Sandown in a final-day attempt to overhaul his rival in a gripping championship duel

The Guardian - UK · Apr 10, 2025

Grand National runner Celebre d’Allen died with severe respiratory infection

A post-mortem examination of Celebre d’Allen found that while his collapse in the Grand National did not lead directly to his death, the gelding’s immune system had been severely compromised

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Evening Standard · Apr 8, 2025

Celebre d'Allen: Horse who collapsed during Grand National dies after 'significant deterioration'

Celebre d'Allen collapsed after being pulled up ahead of the final fence during Aintree showpiece on Saturday

The Guardian - UK · Apr 8, 2025

‘Heartbroken’ trainers pay tribute to Grand National runner Celebre d’Allen

Celebre D’Allen, who collapsed after running in the Grand National at Aintree on Saturday, has died

The Independent UK · Apr 8, 2025

Why Grand National winning jockey won’t receive a penny in prize money

As an ‘amateur’ jockey Patrick Mullins will not receives a riding fee despite winning atop Nick Rockett

AAP · Apr 5, 2025

Family joy on Willie Mullins' great Grand National day

Trainer Willie Mullins has achieved a unique 1-2-3 triumph at the world's greatest steeplechase, the Grand National, with son Patrick winning on Nick Rockett..

The Independent UK · Apr 5, 2025

Who won the Grand National 2025?

Nick Rockett claimed victory in the world’s greatest horse race

The Independent UK · Apr 5, 2025

Sporting Index Grand National Offer: Bet £10 Get £60 Grand National Free Bets

It’s almost time for the Grand National and there are a range of welcome offers that new customers can use to bet on the most prestigious race on the horse racing calendar.

The Independent UK · Apr 5, 2025

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