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THE GRAND NATIONAL
The Grand National is one of the most eagerly awaited sporting events of the year. Arguably Britain's most prestigious horse race, the first Grand National was held back in 1836.
The event was founded by William Philip Molyneux, the 2nd Earl of Sefton, on land his family owned at Aintree. Hot debate among historians regarding the first official race is always of interest, as the belief is held that the majority of leading published historians such as John Pinfold, for example, now prefer the idea that the first running was in 1836 and was won by The Duke.
Since then, every year, forty horses face each other on the renowned Aintree Racecourse. A tough 4 1/2 mile course, encompassing over thirty fences, it is regarded as the most eventful horse race worldwide (in fact it is called a Steeplechase). This Grand National tips website has been designed to give you as much information as possible to make you decide what your best bet is - before you bet!
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Odds
Check out the odds for the races here! All odds, jockeys and horses listed.
Tips
Our Grand National tips will help you decide the best bet for this year's race.
Race History
Check out all of the past winners here - it's good to be in the know!
AINTREE INFORMATION
There are usually forty horses taking part in the race but fewer than ten may in fact complete the course. Way back in 1928, forty-two horses started, and only two finished!
Aintree Racecourse is regarded by most jockeys as one of the most difficult courses to successfully complete as there are sixteen steeplechase fences which include The Chair, Canal Turn and the dreaded Becher's Brook. These fences are so infamous that their names strike fear into the most professional of jockeys! All of the fences except the water jump are covered with spruce and greenery, making the water jump stand out more than any other course in British horse racing. In other words, Aintree is perfect for hosting such a great event, and we think you'll agree Grand National 2010 is an occassion to mark in your diary!
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HORSE RACING LATEST NEWS
Please find below a selection of the latest events in horse racing. You can find more news on the Grand National in our section, Grand National Latest News.
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Sea Lord charges to Goodwood win
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Fri, 30 Jul 2010 15:03:33 GMT |
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Sea Lord edges out Invisible Man in a dash for the post to win the Totesport Mile on day four at Goodwood.
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Cornelius Lysaght on Twitter
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Tue, 10 Nov 2009 14:26:24 GMT |
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Latest gossip from BBC's racing correspondent (external site)
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Midday 'strong' for Nassau Stakes
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Fri, 30 Jul 2010 16:07:12 GMT |
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Jockey Tom Queally insists he would not swap his ride on Midday for any of the filly's rivals in the Nassau Stakes at Goodwood on Saturday (1505 BST).
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Illustrious Blue wins at Goodwood
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Thu, 29 Jul 2010 14:54:50 GMT |
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Illustrious Blue pips Electrolyser to win the 2010 Goodwood Cup after odds-on favourite Age of Aquarius pulls up with half a mile to go.
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Noseda's Audacity heading to US
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Fri, 30 Jul 2010 16:27:03 GMT |
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Audacity of Hope's first outing as a Jeremy Noseda trained horse will occur in the United States.
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