Overview
- I Am Maximus, ridden by Paul Townend, won Saturday’s Randox Grand National at Aintree to reclaim the title for owner JP McManus.
- The victory made Willie Mullins the first trainer since Vincent O’Brien in the 1950s to land three Nationals in a row.
- A full field of 34 set off and 16 finished, with Iroko second, Jordans third and Johnnywho fourth.
- Aintree said three Grand National runners — Quai De Bourbon, Mr Vango and Top Of The Bill — were injured and under assessment after falls.
- Festival welfare remained in focus after two horses in other races — Gold Dancer on Friday and Get On George on Saturday — were put down, as organizers highlighted safety steps since 2024 that cut the field to 34, moved the start to 4pm and modified fences.