# Grand National

This year

2023

# Time to say goodbye

Minella Times - Rachael Blackmore's Grand National winner - retires following injury setback

The 10-year-old was being prepared for Aintree but connections have called time on his career.

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Feb 21st 2023, 11:32 AM

Last year

2022

# Racing

Fairytale Aintree Grand National win for Emmet Mullins and Sam Waley-Cohen

50-1 shot Noble Yeats took the glory.

43.6k

Apr 9th 2022, 5:31 PM

# Grand Ambitions

Longhouse Poet is the one to back today in the National

Longhouse Poet is only eight and has raced just six times over fences but proved in the Thyestes Chase that he was well able for the rough and tumble of a big-field handicap.

3.8k

Apr 9th 2022, 7:45 AM

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# local knowledge

Mighty Thunder records famous ‘home win’ in Scottish National

Lucinda Russell-trained eight-year-old races to glory under Tom Scudamore.

3.7k

Apr 18th 2021, 4:08 PM

# History Maker

Reluctant superstar Rachael Blackmore on the crest of a wave after National heroics

‘It’s still hard to process it all, to be honest. It’s been unbelievable.’

5.1k

Apr 14th 2021, 7:45 PM

# title race

Rachael Blackmore returns to action with win at Fairyhouse after Grand National heroics

Blackmore is closing in on leader Paul Townend in the race to become Champion Jockey.

5.5k

Apr 13th 2021, 7:16 PM

# Rachael Blackmore

'I don't feel male or female right now. I don't even feel human. This is just unbelievable.'

The Tipperary native made history today at Aintree.

6.4k

Apr 10th 2021, 6:52 PM

# Record Breaker

History maker! Rachael Blackmore wins the Aintree Grand National on Minella Times

More glory for trainer Henry De Bromhead.

61.7k

Apr 10th 2021, 5:28 PM

# grand designs

Cloth Cap leads the way, with all set fair for National spectacular

World’s greatest steeplechase is back, but taking place behind closed doors for the first time

2.6k

Apr 10th 2021, 9:44 AM

# Tune in

Here's your TV guide for this bumper weekend of sport

There’s plenty to get stuck into.

8.7k

Apr 9th 2021, 7:30 AM

# anibale fly

McManus to field seven runners in Grand National

A decision still has to be made on who will ride Anibale Fly at Aintree.

6.4k

Apr 7th 2021, 3:56 PM

# Shock Success

150-1 winner of Irish Grand National at Fairyhouse as Freewheelin Dylan storms to glory

Huge outsider proves unstoppable at Fairyhouse under inspired Ricky Doyle.

40.1k

Apr 5th 2021, 5:30 PM

# Barry Geraghty

'Sitting in silence, coasting along thinking you're on the verge of winning the biggest race in the world'

Retired star jockey Barry Geraghty reflects on his memories of Irish and Aintree Grand Nationals.

16.7k

Apr 5th 2021, 8:00 AM

# Tune in

Here's your TV sport guide for Easter weekend

Plenty to get stuck into over the next few days.

22.6k

Apr 2nd 2021, 7:30 AM

# Cheltenham

Grand National hero Tiger Roll lands victory at Cheltenham for the fifth time

Keith Donoghue steered the two-time Grand National victor home in the Cross-Country Chase.

25.4k

Mar 17th 2021, 4:04 PM

# gigginstown

Tiger Roll withdrawn from Grand National over 'unfair' weight

The announcement was made by owners Gigginstown House Stud.

6.4k

Mar 2nd 2021, 12:21 PM

# It's Quizness time

Quiz: How well do you know the racing careers of Ted and Ruby Walsh?

It’s 20 years today since the pair were celebrating their Grand National win.

8.1k

Apr 8th 2020, 6:30 PM

# Quizzical attraction

Quiz: How many of these Grand National winners can you name?

Can you recall the famous winners at Aintree?

24.6k

Apr 4th 2020, 12:00 PM

# Tiger Roll

'There'll come a time when sport will become important again I think for people's morale'

ITV Racing presenter Ed Chamberlin on Tiger Roll, the Grand National and racing memories.

14.4k

Apr 3rd 2020, 7:45 PM

# Roll on

Weight and see: Michael O'Leary hoping handicapper gives Tiger Roll a fair shot at history

The Gigginstown boss will be awaiting the decision with interest, writes Johnny Ward.

6.3k

Feb 7th 2020, 11:27 AM

# three in a row

Champion Tiger Roll headlines Grand National entries with 45 Irish-trained runners involved

Gordon Elliott is hoping his star can make history in April.

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Jan 29th 2020, 3:38 PM

# possibilities

Tiger Roll's Grand National hat-trick bid hinges on certain conditions - O'Leary

The Gigginstown racing manager says the Gordon Elliott-trained horse needs a rating of 165 or lower.

7.0k

Aug 11th 2019, 12:13 PM

# Class

Davy Russell pays poignant tribute to former Cork footballer Kieran O'Connor after Grand National win

Moments after achieving another Grand National success on Tiger Roll, Davy Russell dedicated his win to his East Cork neighbour.

54.7k

Apr 6th 2019, 6:10 PM

# aintree great

Tiger Roll powers home to become first horse since Red Rum to win successive Grand Nationals

Davy Russell rode the favourite past Magic of Light and Rathvinden to emulate the National icon.

30.4k

Apr 6th 2019, 5:31 PM

# Racing

Narrowing the field ahead of the Grand National

Thom Malone runs through the card ahead of the Aintree showpiece.

7.5k

Apr 6th 2019, 12:18 AM

# Injury

Barry Geraghty hospitalised after fall at Aintree

The Meath jockey was due to ride Anibale Fly in tomorrow’s Grand National, but he is now set to miss out.

5.2k

Apr 5th 2019, 5:31 PM

# Aintree

St Anthony may be needed to find a winner in the Grand National... but enjoy it

Johnny Ward on the runners and riders at Aintree this weekend.

4.0k

Apr 5th 2019, 1:11 PM

# Worth a look

A 14/1 shot and other tips to consider on Ladies Day at Aintree

Thom Malone runs through his picks for Friday.

5.0k

Apr 4th 2019, 6:30 PM

# Racing

We've got 3 expert tips to consider for Grand National Day at Aintree

Look ahead to the big one by reading Thom Malone’s thoughts in Heed Your Hunch.

8.6k

Apr 4th 2019, 3:08 PM

# Racing

Weekend tips: history against Tiger Roll as punters eye Aintree

‘The Lincoln handicap starts the British flat turf season at Doncaster tomorrow, but the race in Liverpool next week will dominate the public imagination,’ writes Thom Malone.

4.3k

Mar 29th 2019, 3:30 PM

# Up In The Air

Eddie O'Leary remains coy over Tiger Roll's Grand National participation

The Cross Country Chase winner at Cheltenham may yet defend his crown on 6 April.

6.0k

Mar 17th 2019, 5:34 PM

# The National

Gordon Elliott '10 or 15' for Aintree Grand National

The Irish trainer may have a third of the field on 6 April.

4.9k

Feb 13th 2019, 12:15 PM

# Ryanair

Michael O'Leary bought a load of passengers a drink after he delayed their flight

He had a good excuse, in fairness.

6.7k

Apr 15th 2018, 2:26 PM

# Joy

'I've won this race a thousand times in my head in my dreams as a child'

Davy Russell was in a jubilant mood after winning the Grand National.

6.0k

Apr 14th 2018, 7:03 PM

# Family affair

O'Sullivan and Walsh: Husband and wife team chasing 'fairytale' Grand National run

Kildare trainer Ross O’Sullivan will have his first ever Aintree Grand National runner today, with his wife Katie Walsh riding Baie Des Iles in the iconic race.

22.9k

Apr 14th 2018, 10:00 AM