Grand National 2026
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Grand National 2025 - Nick Rockett
1
Nick Rockett
J: Patrick Mullins
T: Willie Mullins
Travelled strongly, in touch with leaders, midfield 22nd (second Bechers), headway after 4 out, led narrowly 2 out, ridden when faced challenge run-in, kept on well final 110yds (op 22/1)
2
I am Maximus
J: Paul Townend
T: Willie Mullins
In touch with leaders, midfield 13th, hit 20th, headway after 3 out, pressed leaders from 2 out, pressed winner run-in, no extra inside final 110yds (op 6/1)
3
Grangeclare West
J: Brian Hayes
T: Willie Mullins
Midfield, in touch with leaders 13th, slightly hampered 25th (second Valentines), led after 3 out, headed 2 out, disputing third when mistake last, stayed on final 110yds (tchd 40/1)
4
Iroko
J: Jonjo O'Neill Jr
T: Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero
Held up in rear, steady headway from 18th, midfield 21st, pecked on landing 25th (second Valentines), in touch with leaders 2 out, stayed on run-in, went fourth inside final 110yds (op 8/1 tchd 6/1 and tchd 9/1)
5
Meetingofthewaters
J: Danny Mullins
T: Willie Mullins
Towards rear, midfield 18th, stumbled when mistake 22nd (second Bechers), headway after 3 out, went third run-in, no extra and lost two places inside final furlong
6
Aint That A Shame
J: Darragh O'Keeffe
T: Henry De Bromhead
Midfield, headway 25th (second Valentines), prominent after 3 out, stayed on run-in (op 33/1)
Nick Rockett Wins the 2025 Aintree Grand National for Patrick and Willie Mullins
The 33-1 shot Nick Rockett struck for the father-and-son team of Patrick and Willie Mullins in the Randox Grand National in 2025. The eight-year-old arrived with a lightly raced and progressive profile and relished his first experience of the course and unique fences. Mullins jr, a top amateur jump jockey in Ireland, delivered Nick Rockett with a well-timed run to win by two and a half lengths. Mullins also saddled the second and third, the previous year’s winner I Am Maximus and Grangeclare West, while the 13-2 favourite Iroko finished fourth.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Grand National?
The Grand National - also known as the Grand National Steeplechase - is the world’s most famous horserace and is watched by an estimated 600 million people worldwide. The race takes place at Aintree racecourse every year in April.
What is the Aintree Festival about?
The Grand National festival headlines three days of jump racing at Aintree near Liverpool in April every year, culminating with a 34-runner steeplechase that is by far the single biggest race in the jump racing calendar and the UK’s biggest betting event.
How to pick the winner of the Grand National?
Everyone has a chance of betting on the winner of the Grand National and almost half of those who bet on the Grand National will choose their horse by its name. Make sure you keep a close eye on our tips page for expert advice or head over to our runners and riders page for our verdicts on the major contenders for the 2025 Grand National. Click on this link to find out more about what our experts think on how to pick the winner for the Grand National 2026. Click on this link to find out more about what our experts think on how to pick the winner for the Grand National 2026.
Where can I watch the Grand National 2026?
The Grand National will be broadcast live on ITV1 and streamed live on the ITV Hub for digital users. Racing TV also holds the rights to broadcast the race, and subscribers can stream live online or tune in to its TV channel on Sky (426) and Virgin (536). You can also watch the race on the Racing Post app.
What date is the Grand National 2026?
The Grand National will take place on Saturday, April 11, 2026.
What time is the Grand National 2026?
The 2026 Grand National starts at 4:00pm (16:00 GMT) and will usually finish around 10 minutes later, at 4:10pm (16:10 GMT).
Where does the Grand National take place?
The Grand National always takes place at Aintree racecourse, Liverpool. The address for Aintree racecourse is: Aintree racecourse, Ormskirk Road, Liverpool, Merseyside, L9 5AS.
Where to stay for the Grand National 2026?
Aintree is just five miles from Liverpool and the bustling city, named a European Capital of Culture in 2008, has a wide range of hotels to suit every budget.
How many days is the Grand National?
The Grand National meeting takes place over three days. Thursday is Grand Opening Day, Friday is Ladies' Day, while Grand National day takes place on Saturday.
How many Grand Nationals have there been?
The Grand National was first run in 1839. The 2026 running will be the 178th running of the race, as there have been several years when the race has not been run, including in 2020 when the meeting was called off due to the coronavirus pandemic.
How long is the Grand National?
Until recently the Grand National was run over four and a half miles, but the race is now run over just longer than four and a quarter miles after the distance to the first fence was reduced in a bid to improve safety. Visit our comprehensive guide about the Aintree Racecourse by clicking on the link https://www.racingpost.com/guide-to-racing/aintree-racecourse/
How many fences are there at the Grand National?
There are a total of 30 fences to be jumped in the Grand National. There are 16 fences on the Aintree course, 14 of which the field must tackle twice in two laps of the track (missing out The Chair and water jump on the second circuit). Visit our comprehensive guide about the Aintree Racecourse by clicking on the link https://www.racingpost.com/guide-to-racing/aintree-racecourse/
How much does the winner of the Grand National get?
The first prize for the most recent Grand National was £500,000. Most of this will go to the owners of the Grand National winner, while a percentage of the winnings will go to the trainer of the horse and the winning jockey. The total Grand National prize-money is £1 million.
How much is a Grand National horse worth?
Having a runner in the Grand National is priceless! Owners love to win the race, especially the late Trevor Hemmings who won this race three times - with Hedgehunter in 2005, Ballabriggs in 2011 and Many Clouds in 2015. Connections of the winner of the Grand National receive £500,000.
How much does the Jockey get for winning the Grand National?
As with all races, as well as a riding fee of around £170, jockeys receive a percentage of any prize-money that is won. That figure generally ranges from 8.5 to 9 per cent of winning prize-money over jumps, meaning the Grand National winning jockey could receive as much as £45,000.