Overview
- The 2025 Grand National will take place on Saturday, April 5, at Aintree Racecourse in Liverpool, England, with a maximum of 34 horses competing.
- The final field will be confirmed on Thursday, April 3, during the two-day declaration stage, following recent withdrawals, including Mr Incredible due to regulatory concerns.
- I Am Maximus, the defending champion, carries the highest handicap weight at 11st 12lbs and aims to secure back-to-back victories.
- Early favorites include Stumptown and Iroko, both with odds of 8/1, while other notable contenders like Intense Raffles and Hewick also feature prominently.
- The race will be broadcast on free-to-air television via ITV, with additional coverage on Racing TV, ensuring widespread accessibility for fans.