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Numbersixvalverde: How He Won the 2006 Grand National at Aintree
2006 Grand National as Numbersixvalverde, Martin Brassil and jockey Niall Madden land a famous Irish victory over Hedgehunter and Ruby Walsh.
Betfred’s Grand National Promotions Explained
We look at how Betfred steps up with its Grand National promotions and why the bookmaker's Aintree offers attract so much attention each year.
Bobbyjo and the 1999 Grand National: The Day Ireland Took Back Aintree
Relive the 1999 Grand National as Bobbyjo ends a 24‑year Irish drought at Aintree, powering clear under Paul Carberry in a renewal that sparked Irish dominance.
Will Grangeclare West Return for the 2027 Grand National at Aintree for Willie Mullins?
Will Grangeclare West return for the 2027 Grand National? We look at Willie Mullins’ popular chaser and whether another Aintree bid could be on the cards.
How Amberleigh House Gave Ginger McCain One Last Aintree Fairytale in the 2004 Grand National
The 2004 Grand National when Amberleigh House and Graham Lee surge late to give Ginger McCain a fourth, dramatic Aintree triumph in a thrilling finish.
The £1 Million Gamble: Why the ‘Aintree Spirit’ is Moving Beyond the Turf
The Aintree spirit is spreading beyond the Grand National. We explore how the £1 million race reflects the sport's influence far beyond the turf.
Horse Racing in the Digital Age And How Technology Is Reshaping the Sport
Horse racing has always mixed speed, noise, and tradition. Yet a fresh wave of technology is pulling the paddock into the digital space.
Lord Gyllene’s 1997 Grand National: Bomb Scare and a Monday National
Relive the dramatic 1997 Grand National bomb scare and Lord Gyllene’s front‑running masterclass in the unique “Monday National” at Aintree.
Are Dual‑Code Venues the Lifeline Smaller Racecourses Need?
Discover how dual‑code venues like Wolverhampton and Towcester use horse and greyhound racing together to boost value for money and keep local tracks alive.
