Red Rum’s Remarkable Grand National Double Revisited 50 Years On

The Coral Scottish Grand National on Saturday marks the 50th anniversary of Red Rum’s historic National double in 1974. This event occurred when he won at Ayr three weeks after his second success in the Aintree showpiece. Additionally, it coincides with the exact day of the 50th anniversary, April 20. It’s worth noting that no other horse has ever won the Grand National and Scottish Grand National in the same year.

Red Rum achieved this feat in a remarkable manner, solidifying his place in racing history.