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# Aintree

This year
2023
# merseyside
118 people arrested at Grand National following deaths of three horses
Scores of activists climbed fences at Aintree, with at least two fixing themselves to a jump using glue and lock-on devices.
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# Racing
Noble Yeats wows at Aintree, Facile Vega in cruise control at Fairyhouse
Grand National hero storms to victory in Many Clouds Chase.
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Dec 3rd 2022, 2:38 PM
# Racing
Fairytale Aintree Grand National win for Emmet Mullins and Sam Waley-Cohen
50-1 shot Noble Yeats took the glory.
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Apr 9th 2022, 5:31 PM
# emphatic
Brilliant Epatante runs out as easy winner in Aintree Hurdle
The former champion hurdler cruised into contention under Aidan Coleman.
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Apr 7th 2022, 5:45 PM
# Racing
Flooring Porter headlines Liverpool Hurdle contenders
Gavin Cromwell’s stable star aiming to follow up Cheltenham success.
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Apr 4th 2022, 7:57 PM
# Racing
Aintree aim for Cheltenham winning hero Flooring Porter
French Champion Hurdle also on connections’ radar.
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Mar 23rd 2022, 3:05 PM
All time
# Minella Magic
'She didn't have to be asked to do that. She’s just a lovely person, from good people'
John Nallen on a magical racing year for the Minella horses and the success of Rachael Blackmore.
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Dec 24th 2021, 3:16 PM
# History Maker
Reluctant superstar Rachael Blackmore on the crest of a wave after National heroics
‘It’s still hard to process it all, to be honest. It’s been unbelievable.’
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Apr 14th 2021, 7:45 PM
# title race
Rachael Blackmore returns to action with win at Fairyhouse after Grand National heroics
Blackmore is closing in on leader Paul Townend in the race to become Champion Jockey.
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Apr 13th 2021, 7:16 PM
# Rachael Blackmore
'I don't feel male or female right now. I don't even feel human. This is just unbelievable.'
The Tipperary native made history today at Aintree.
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Apr 10th 2021, 6:52 PM
# Record Breaker
History maker! Rachael Blackmore wins the Aintree Grand National on Minella Times
More glory for trainer Henry De Bromhead.
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Apr 10th 2021, 5:28 PM
# Aintree
Thyme Hill wins thrilling Stayers Hurdle and Shishkin stays unbeaten over fences with Aintree strike
My Drogo took his winning run to four with a most convincing performance in the Betway Mersey Novices’ Hurdle.
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Apr 10th 2021, 4:29 PM
# Fergie Time
Aintree delight as Alex Ferguson celebrates Grade One treble
There was victory in the Betway Bowl Chase for Clan Des Obeaux, with Tiger Roll having to settle for fourth.
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Apr 8th 2021, 3:43 PM
# anibale fly
McManus to field seven runners in Grand National
A decision still has to be made on who will ride Anibale Fly at Aintree.
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Apr 7th 2021, 3:56 PM
# Barry Geraghty
'Sitting in silence, coasting along thinking you're on the verge of winning the biggest race in the world'
Retired star jockey Barry Geraghty reflects on his memories of Irish and Aintree Grand Nationals.
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Apr 5th 2021, 8:00 AM
# 2000: Revisited
'I was filled with so much emotion, I ran down to meet them all and it was absolutely magic'
Ted Walsh on his greatest winning run as a racing trainer and celebrating with his family.
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May 3rd 2020, 7:36 PM
# It's Quizness time
Quiz: How well do you know the racing careers of Ted and Ruby Walsh?
It’s 20 years today since the pair were celebrating their Grand National win.
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Apr 8th 2020, 6:30 PM
# Quizzical attraction
Quiz: How many of these Grand National winners can you name?
Can you recall the famous winners at Aintree?
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Apr 4th 2020, 12:00 PM
# Tiger Roll
'There'll come a time when sport will become important again I think for people's morale'
ITV Racing presenter Ed Chamberlin on Tiger Roll, the Grand National and racing memories.
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Apr 3rd 2020, 7:45 PM
# three in a row
Champion Tiger Roll headlines Grand National entries with 45 Irish-trained runners involved
Gordon Elliott is hoping his star can make history in April.
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Jan 29th 2020, 3:38 PM
# Close Call
Defi Du Seuil comes good to see off Un De Sceaux at Sandown
Meanwhile in Aintree, Walk In The Mill claimed back-to-back victories in the Randox Health Becher Chase.
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Dec 7th 2019, 4:37 PM
# Final Call
Michael O'Leary stuns jump racing world with plan to wind down Gigginstown operation
The scaling back policy will will take place over the next few years.
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May 14th 2019, 1:56 PM
# Injury
Barry Geraghty hospitalised after fall at Aintree
The Meath jockey was due to ride Anibale Fly in tomorrow’s Grand National, but he is now set to miss out.
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Apr 5th 2019, 5:31 PM
# Demolition
Min earns revenge over Politologue at Aintree
Ruby Walsh was onboard for a dominant ride this afternoon.
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Apr 5th 2019, 4:36 PM
# Aintree
St Anthony may be needed to find a winner in the Grand National... but enjoy it
Johnny Ward on the runners and riders at Aintree this weekend.
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Apr 5th 2019, 1:11 PM
# Super Success
'He just didn't feel right' - Faugheen pulled up as Supasundae claims victory in dramatic Aintree Hurdle
Favourite Buveur DAir finished second.
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Apr 4th 2019, 4:55 PM
# Number One
Victory for Ruby as Kemboy back to winning ways with brilliant Aintree display in Betway Bowl
After the Cheltenham Gold Cup disappointment, Kemboy bounced back in style today.
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Apr 4th 2019, 4:05 PM
# Racing
We've got 3 expert tips to consider for Grand National Day at Aintree
Look ahead to the big one by reading Thom Malone’s thoughts in Heed Your Hunch.
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Apr 4th 2019, 3:08 PM
# And they're off
Five horses to light up the Aintree Festival
There’s plenty to look forward to, away from the National, over the next few days.
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Apr 4th 2019, 10:51 AM
# Round Two
Politologue and Min set to renew rivalry at Aintree on Friday
Last year’s one-two will both contest the JLT Chase.
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Apr 3rd 2019, 3:39 PM
# Comeback
Samcro targets Aintree return as doubts linger over Apple's Jade
Gordon Elliott said the seven-year-old was ‘not certain to travel’ and may be held until the Punchestown Festival.
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Mar 29th 2019, 10:55 AM
# Up In The Air
Eddie O'Leary remains coy over Tiger Roll's Grand National participation
The Cross Country Chase winner at Cheltenham may yet defend his crown on 6 April.
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Mar 17th 2019, 5:34 PM
# Dominant
Peerless Altior battles the conditions to claim Tingle Creek Chase at Sandown
The Nicky Henderson trained horse made it seven grade one wins this afternoon.
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Dec 8th 2018, 5:14 PM
# Aintree
Ireland's Derek Fox rides One for Arthur to Grand National victory
Who did you back?
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Apr 8th 2017, 5:35 PM
# Tipping Point
The42′s Winning Post: Everything you need to enjoy Day Three of Aintree
And hopefully find you a winner.
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Apr 7th 2017, 8:30 PM
# Tipping Point
The42′s Winning Post: Everything you need to enjoy Day Two of Aintree
And hopefully find you a winner.
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Apr 6th 2017, 8:30 PM
# Aintree
Lizzie Kelly steers Tea for Two to surprise Betway Bowl success
Cue Card ran a gallant second but didn’t have enough down the stretch.
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Apr 6th 2017, 3:28 PM
# Aintree Day One
The42′s Winning Post: Everything you need to enjoy Day One of Aintree
And hopefully find you a winner.
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Apr 6th 2017, 1:00 PM
# agribusiness
Why 2017 could be a make-or-break year for the bloodstock industry
Between Brexit and potential overproduction, the Irish racehorse sector is set for turbulence.
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Jan 8th 2017, 10:00 AM
# Mark Your Card
3 each-way shots that could land you a jackpot in the Grand National
We went looking for value in the big race at Aintree. Here’s what we found.
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