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April 13, 2024

Brighterdaysahead Rewards Gordon Elliott’s Trust With Dominant Performance in Mersey Novices’ Hurdle

The strapping mare, Brighterdaysahead, secured a remarkable victory for trainer Gordon Elliott by winning the 2m4f Grade 1 race. This achievement marked Elliott’s third consecutive win after previous successes with Irish Point and Three Stripe Life. Brighterdaysahead’s win was considered one of the most impressive performances in novice hurdle racing for the season. Under jockey Jack Kennedy, she comfortably led […]

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April 13, 2024

Praise for Minella Indo after National third: “Unreal” performance for an 11-year-old, says Racing Post

The Henry de Bromhead-trained 11-year-old was bidding to become the first Gold Cup winner to land the National since L’Escargot in 1975. The horse raced prominently under Rachael Blackmore and jumped with aplomb, leading from Delta Work at the Elbow. Paul Townend came flying down the outside to pass him on I Am Maximus, while Delta Work rallied on the […]

Cheltenham National Horse Racing Event 0 1 min read

April 13, 2024

Grand National sees highest number of finishers in 19 years with 21 completing the course

Willie Mullins, trainer of this year’s winner I Am Maximus, also trained the winner 19 years ago, Hedgehunter, when 40 horses ran rather than the 32 this time. The last National to feature more than 21 finishers was in 1992, when it was won by Party Politics. In October, Aintree and the Jockey Club announced a number of changes to […]

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April 13, 2024

Christian Williams proudly leads British Grand National team with ‘wonderful’ Kitty’s Light

The previous year’s Scottish Grand National and bet365 Gold Cup hero remained in contention after clearing the final fence. He was the first British-trained runner to finish, ending the race around ten and a quarter lengths behind the winner, I Am Maximus. Trainer Evan Williams and his family, including daughters Tilly and Betsy, attended the event at the Merseyside track […]

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April 13, 2024

A thrilling Grand National: the spectacle we craved and deserved

Twelve months after leaving Liverpool with feelings of sadness, anger, and anxiety, there is now a sense of pride and a spring in the step. The race at Aintree was exactly what was wanted, needed, and deserved. It was a spectacular display and served as timely evidence of the remarkable relationship between humans and horses. It’s a pleasure to write […]

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April 13, 2024

Grand National Festival Day 3 tips: Backing the Best Runners on Saturday

In his last start, the horse was hampered early and never gained momentum. However, it is expected to perform better in its next race with a clear run. The horse is dropping in grade and returning to a spring ground, which should be more favorable. The Racing Post offers a selection of handpicked deals from operators that their experts have […]

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April 13, 2024

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April 13, 2024

Richard Johnson: “I prefer not to be seen getting out of the car as my hip was so sore I could hardly move” – Racing Post

The term is often used in a polite but not very convincing manner to describe an older member of a group who is perceived as being past their prime and should have retired long ago. It is commonly used to refer to aging jump jockeys who have experienced the harshness of the sport and exhibit signs of wear and tear, […]

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April 13, 2024

Corach Rambler’s Victory Saves Bookies £5m Despite Joint-Favorite I Am Maximus’ Win

The eight-year-old horse stormed to victory in the Grand National, winning by seven and a half lengths under jockey Paul Townend. The 7-1 market leader, I Am Maximus, achieved this feat alongside the well-backed fellow JP McManus-owned companion, Limerick Lace, who finished out of the top places in tenth. I Am Maximus became the third favorite to win the Grand […]

Grand National 0 1 min read

April 13, 2024

Grand National festival day 3 tips: top runners to back on Saturday

The Anthony Honeyball-trained nine-year-old reverts to handicaps from a good-looking mark having run well for a long way in the National Hunt Chase and should appreciate this drop in trip and grade. Sets a high standard. Interesting on his earlier form. Off the same mark and shaped like this extra furlong will suit. Shouldn’t be left out of calculations. Drying […]

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Brighterdaysahead Rewards Gordon Elliott’s Trust With Dominant Performance in Mersey Novices’ Hurdle

Praise for Minella Indo after National third: “Unreal” performance for an 11-year-old, says Racing Post

Grand National sees highest number of finishers in 19 years with 21 completing the course

Christian Williams proudly leads British Grand National team with ‘wonderful’ Kitty’s Light

A thrilling Grand National: the spectacle we craved and deserved

Grand National Festival Day 3 tips: Backing the Best Runners on Saturday

Get 50% off your first three months of Racing Post Members’ Club subscription.

Richard Johnson: “I prefer not to be seen getting out of the car as my hip was so sore I could hardly move” – Racing Post

Corach Rambler’s Victory Saves Bookies £5m Despite Joint-Favorite I Am Maximus’ Win

Grand National festival day 3 tips: top runners to back on Saturday

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