Broadway Boy Recovering After Fall as Grand National Faces Renewed Safety Criticism

The 2025 Grand National saw multiple horse incidents, including a fatality earlier in the festival, reigniting debates over animal welfare and race safety measures.

Broadway Boy suffered a serious fall at the 25th fence while leading the race but later walked onto a horse ambulance and returned to the stables for further assessment.
Jockey Tom Bellamy was unseated during Broadway Boy's fall and is undergoing evaluation at Aintree University Hospital for potential injuries.
Animal rights groups criticized the race organizers and broadcaster ITV, accusing them of inadequate transparency and 'welfare-washing' in the aftermath of the incidents.
The 2025 Grand National was won by 33-1 outsider Nick Rockett, with only 16 of the 34 horses completing the challenging race.
Despite recent safety measures, including reducing the field size and softening fences, critics argue these efforts remain insufficient to address ongoing welfare concerns.