HISTORICAL FACTS: Paul townend | History Defined

Mullins makes fiendish Grand National puzzle look simple with third win in a row

Outstanding trainer of his generation makes history with fourth victory in Aintree spectacular via I Am Maximus

The Guardian - UK · Apr 11

I Am Maximus makes racing history with victory in chaotic 2026 Grand National

Two years after first winning the Grand National, I Am Maximus returned to Aintree to regain the title he lost last year

The Independent UK · Apr 11

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 runners, riders and latest odds

Horse racing’s biggest event is back at Aintree with 2024 Grand National winner I Am Maximus the favourite to claim another triumph

The Independent UK · Apr 8

I Am Maximus heads Grand National declarations in attempt to emulate Red Rum

I Am Maximus won the 2024 Grand National and will look to match Aintree legend Red Rum by regaining the title having lost it

The Independent UK · Apr 8

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

Gaelic Warrior routs Gold Cup field and carries Mullins into record books

Willie Mullins and Paul Townend completed their domination of the Cheltenham festival this week after Gaelic Warrior routed the field in the Gold Cup

The Guardian - UK · Mar 13

Gaelic Warrior’s Gold Cup victory sets up the path to glory and greatness

Paul Townend secured a record-breaking fifth Gold Cup triumph as he rode the Warrior to an eight-length victory in a tough field

The Independent UK · Mar 13

Gaelic Warrior blitzes Gold Cup field with dominant win as Jukebox Man falls short

Harry Redknapp’s entrant ran out of steam in late stages as Paul Townend rode for historic win

Evening Standard · Mar 13

2026 Cheltenham Gold Cup betting odds: Trends & betting guide

Check out the latest odds and betting guide for the 2026 Cheltenham Gold Cup

The Independent UK · Mar 12