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#Aintree

# aintree - Saturday 9 April, 2022

Fairytale Aintree Grand National win for Emmet Mullins and Sam Waley-Cohen
# Racing
From The42
# Racing

Fairytale Aintree Grand National win for Emmet Mullins and Sam Waley-Cohen

Apr 9th 2022, 5:31 PM 43,595 Views 5 Comments

50-1 shot Noble Yeats took the glory.

# aintree - Thursday 7 April, 2022

Brilliant Epatante runs out as easy winner in Aintree Hurdle
# Emphatic
From The42
# Emphatic

Brilliant Epatante runs out as easy winner in Aintree Hurdle

Apr 7th 2022, 5:45 PM 2,677 Views 0 Comments

The former champion hurdler cruised into contention under Aidan Coleman.

# aintree - Monday 4 April, 2022

Flooring Porter headlines Liverpool Hurdle contenders
# Racing
From The42
# Racing

Flooring Porter headlines Liverpool Hurdle contenders

Apr 4th 2022, 7:57 PM 3,805 Views 0 Comments

Gavin Cromwell’s stable star aiming to follow up Cheltenham success.

# aintree - Wednesday 23 March, 2022

Aintree aim for Cheltenham winning hero Flooring Porter
# Racing
From The42
# Racing

Aintree aim for Cheltenham winning hero Flooring Porter

Mar 23rd 2022, 3:05 PM 3,151 Views 0 Comments

French Champion Hurdle also on connections’ radar.

# aintree - Friday 24 December, 2021

'She didn't have to be asked to do that. She’s just a lovely person, from good people'
# Minella Magic
From The42
# Minella Magic

'She didn't have to be asked to do that. She’s just a lovely person, from good people'

Updated Dec 24th 2021, 3:16 PM 33,107 Views 4 Comments

John Nallen on a magical racing year for the Minella horses and the success of Rachael Blackmore.

# aintree - Wednesday 14 April, 2021

Reluctant superstar Rachael Blackmore on the crest of a wave after National heroics
# History Maker
From The42
# History Maker

Reluctant superstar Rachael Blackmore on the crest of a wave after National heroics

Apr 14th 2021, 7:45 PM 5,046 Views 1 Comment

‘It’s still hard to process it all, to be honest. It’s been unbelievable.’

# aintree - Tuesday 13 April, 2021

Rachael Blackmore returns to action with win at Fairyhouse after Grand National heroics
# Title Race
From The42
# Title Race

Rachael Blackmore returns to action with win at Fairyhouse after Grand National heroics

Apr 13th 2021, 7:16 PM 5,502 Views 4 Comments

Blackmore is closing in on leader Paul Townend in the race to become Champion Jockey.

# aintree - Saturday 10 April, 2021

'I don't feel male or female right now. I don't even feel human. This is just unbelievable.'
# Rachael Blackmore
From The42
# Rachael Blackmore

'I don't feel male or female right now. I don't even feel human. This is just unbelievable.'

Apr 10th 2021, 6:52 PM 6,404 Views 5 Comments

The Tipperary native made history today at Aintree.

History maker! Rachael Blackmore wins the Aintree Grand National on Minella Times
# Record Breaker
From The42
# Record Breaker

History maker! Rachael Blackmore wins the Aintree Grand National on Minella Times

Apr 10th 2021, 5:28 PM 61,640 Views 49 Comments

More glory for trainer Henry De Bromhead.

Thyme Hill wins thrilling Stayers Hurdle and Shishkin stays unbeaten over fences with Aintree strike
# Aintree
From The42
# Aintree

Thyme Hill wins thrilling Stayers Hurdle and Shishkin stays unbeaten over fences with Aintree strike

Updated Apr 10th 2021, 4:29 PM 2,017 Views 0 Comments

My Drogo took his winning run to four with a most convincing performance in the Betway Mersey Novices’ Hurdle.

# aintree - Thursday 8 April, 2021

Aintree delight as Alex Ferguson celebrates Grade One treble
# Fergie Time
From The42
# Fergie Time

Aintree delight as Alex Ferguson celebrates Grade One treble

Apr 8th 2021, 3:43 PM 8,078 Views 3 Comments

There was victory in the Betway Bowl Chase for Clan Des Obeaux, with Tiger Roll having to settle for fourth.

# aintree - Wednesday 7 April, 2021

McManus to field seven runners in Grand National
# Anibale Fly
From The42
# Anibale Fly

McManus to field seven runners in Grand National

Apr 7th 2021, 3:56 PM 6,397 Views 1 Comment

A decision still has to be made on who will ride Anibale Fly at Aintree.

# aintree - Monday 5 April, 2021

'Sitting in silence, coasting along thinking you're on the verge of winning the biggest race in the world'
# Barry Geraghty
From The42
# Barry Geraghty

'Sitting in silence, coasting along thinking you're on the verge of winning the biggest race in the world'

Apr 5th 2021, 8:00 AM 16,639 Views 1 Comment

Retired star jockey Barry Geraghty reflects on his memories of Irish and Aintree Grand Nationals.

# aintree - Sunday 3 May, 2020

'I was filled with so much emotion, I ran down to meet them all and it was absolutely magic'
# 2000: Revisited
From The42
# 2000: Revisited

'I was filled with so much emotion, I ran down to meet them all and it was absolutely magic'

May 3rd 2020, 7:36 PM 25,183 Views 3 Comments

Ted Walsh on his greatest winning run as a racing trainer and celebrating with his family.

# aintree - Wednesday 8 April, 2020

Quiz: How well do you know the racing careers of Ted and Ruby Walsh?
# It's Quizness Time
From The42
# It's Quizness Time

Quiz: How well do you know the racing careers of Ted and Ruby Walsh?

Apr 8th 2020, 6:30 PM 8,137 Views 7 Comments

It’s 20 years today since the pair were celebrating their Grand National win.

# aintree - Saturday 4 April, 2020

Quiz: How many of these Grand National winners can you name?
# Quizzical Attraction
From The42
# Quizzical Attraction

Quiz: How many of these Grand National winners can you name?

Apr 4th 2020, 12:00 PM 24,554 Views 18 Comments

Can you recall the famous winners at Aintree?

# aintree - Friday 3 April, 2020

'There'll come a time when sport will become important again I think for people's morale'
# Tiger Roll
From The42
# Tiger Roll

'There'll come a time when sport will become important again I think for people's morale'

Apr 3rd 2020, 7:45 PM 14,409 Views 22 Comments

ITV Racing presenter Ed Chamberlin on Tiger Roll, the Grand National and racing memories.

# aintree - Wednesday 29 January, 2020

Champion Tiger Roll headlines Grand National entries with 45 Irish-trained runners involved
# Three In A Row
From The42
# Three In A Row

Champion Tiger Roll headlines Grand National entries with 45 Irish-trained runners involved

Jan 29th 2020, 3:38 PM 2,248 Views 2 Comments

Gordon Elliott is hoping his star can make history in April.

# aintree - Saturday 7 December, 2019

Defi Du Seuil comes good to see off Un De Sceaux at Sandown
# Close Call
From The42
# Close Call

Defi Du Seuil comes good to see off Un De Sceaux at Sandown

Dec 7th 2019, 4:37 PM 3,195 Views 1 Comment

Meanwhile in Aintree, Walk In The Mill claimed back-to-back victories in the Randox Health Becher Chase.

# aintree - Tuesday 14 May, 2019

Michael O'Leary stuns jump racing world with plan to wind down Gigginstown operation
# Final Call
From The42
# Final Call

Michael O'Leary stuns jump racing world with plan to wind down Gigginstown operation

May 14th 2019, 1:56 PM 42,411 Views 42 Comments

The scaling back policy will will take place over the next few years.

# aintree - Friday 5 April, 2019

Barry Geraghty hospitalised after fall at Aintree
# Injury
From The42
# Injury

Barry Geraghty hospitalised after fall at Aintree

Apr 5th 2019, 5:31 PM 5,240 Views 1 Comment

The Meath jockey was due to ride Anibale Fly in tomorrow’s Grand National, but he is now set to miss out.

Min earns revenge over Politologue at Aintree
# Demolition
From The42
# Demolition

Min earns revenge over Politologue at Aintree

Apr 5th 2019, 4:36 PM 3,019 Views 1 Comment

Ruby Walsh was onboard for a dominant ride this afternoon.

St Anthony may be needed to find a winner in the Grand National... but enjoy it
# Aintree
From The42
# Aintree

St Anthony may be needed to find a winner in the Grand National... but enjoy it

Apr 5th 2019, 1:11 PM 3,963 Views 2 Comments

Johnny Ward on the runners and riders at Aintree this weekend.

# aintree - Thursday 4 April, 2019

'He just didn't feel right' - Faugheen pulled up as Supasundae claims victory in dramatic Aintree Hurdle
# Super Success
From The42
# Super Success

'He just didn't feel right' - Faugheen pulled up as Supasundae claims victory in dramatic Aintree Hurdle

Apr 4th 2019, 4:55 PM 4,125 Views 5 Comments

Favourite Buveur DAir finished second.

Victory for Ruby as Kemboy back to winning ways with brilliant Aintree display in Betway Bowl
# Number One
From The42
# Number One

Victory for Ruby as Kemboy back to winning ways with brilliant Aintree display in Betway Bowl

Apr 4th 2019, 4:05 PM 2,997 Views 0 Comments

After the Cheltenham Gold Cup disappointment, Kemboy bounced back in style today.

We've got 3 expert tips to consider for Grand National Day at Aintree
# Racing
From The42
# Racing

We've got 3 expert tips to consider for Grand National Day at Aintree

Apr 4th 2019, 3:08 PM 8,597 Views 2 Comments

Look ahead to the big one by reading Thom Malone’s thoughts in Heed Your Hunch.

Five horses to light up the Aintree Festival
# And They're Off
From The42
# And They're Off

Five horses to light up the Aintree Festival

Apr 4th 2019, 10:51 AM 4,689 Views 0 Comments

There’s plenty to look forward to, away from the National, over the next few days.

# aintree - Wednesday 3 April, 2019

Politologue and Min set to renew rivalry at Aintree on Friday
# Round Two
From The42
# Round Two

Politologue and Min set to renew rivalry at Aintree on Friday

Apr 3rd 2019, 3:39 PM 2,025 Views 0 Comments

Last year’s one-two will both contest the JLT Chase.

# aintree - Friday 29 March, 2019

Samcro targets Aintree return as doubts linger over Apple's Jade
# Comeback
From The42
# Comeback

Samcro targets Aintree return as doubts linger over Apple's Jade

Mar 29th 2019, 10:55 AM 2,223 Views 0 Comments

Gordon Elliott said the seven-year-old was ‘not certain to travel’ and may be held until the Punchestown Festival.

# aintree - Sunday 17 March, 2019

Eddie O'Leary remains coy over Tiger Roll's Grand National participation
# Up In The Air
From The42
# Up In The Air

Eddie O'Leary remains coy over Tiger Roll's Grand National participation

Mar 17th 2019, 5:34 PM 6,034 Views 0 Comments

The Cross Country Chase winner at Cheltenham may yet defend his crown on 6 April.

# aintree - Saturday 8 December, 2018

Peerless Altior battles the conditions to claim Tingle Creek Chase at Sandown
# Dominant
From The42
# Dominant

Peerless Altior battles the conditions to claim Tingle Creek Chase at Sandown

Dec 8th 2018, 5:14 PM 3,231 Views 1 Comment

The Nicky Henderson trained horse made it seven grade one wins this afternoon.

# aintree - Saturday 8 April, 2017

Ireland's Derek Fox rides One for Arthur to Grand National victory
# Aintree
From The42
# Aintree

Ireland's Derek Fox rides One for Arthur to Grand National victory

Apr 8th 2017, 5:35 PM 32,547 Views 27 Comments

Who did you back?

# aintree - Friday 7 April, 2017

The42′s Winning Post: Everything you need to enjoy Day Three of Aintree
# Tipping Point
From The42
# Tipping Point

The42′s Winning Post: Everything you need to enjoy Day Three of Aintree

Apr 7th 2017, 8:30 PM 4,413 Views 1 Comment

And hopefully find you a winner.

# aintree - Thursday 6 April, 2017

The42′s Winning Post: Everything you need to enjoy Day Two of Aintree
# Tipping Point
From The42
# Tipping Point

The42′s Winning Post: Everything you need to enjoy Day Two of Aintree

Apr 6th 2017, 8:30 PM 4,969 Views 0 Comments

And hopefully find you a winner.

Lizzie Kelly steers Tea for Two to surprise Betway Bowl success
# Aintree
From The42
# Aintree

Lizzie Kelly steers Tea for Two to surprise Betway Bowl success

Apr 6th 2017, 3:28 PM 2,927 Views 1 Comment

Cue Card ran a gallant second but didn’t have enough down the stretch.

The42′s Winning Post: Everything you need to enjoy Day One of Aintree
# Aintree Day One
From The42
# Aintree Day One

The42′s Winning Post: Everything you need to enjoy Day One of Aintree

Apr 6th 2017, 1:00 PM 5,810 Views 3 Comments

And hopefully find you a winner.

# aintree - Sunday 8 January, 2017

Why 2017 could be a make-or-break year for the bloodstock industry
# Agribusiness
# Agribusiness

Why 2017 could be a make-or-break year for the bloodstock industry

Jan 8th 2017, 10:00 AM 12,017 Views 22 Comments

Between Brexit and potential overproduction, the Irish racehorse sector is set for turbulence.

# aintree - Saturday 9 April, 2016

3 each-way shots that could land you a jackpot in the Grand National
# Mark Your Card
From The42
# Mark Your Card

3 each-way shots that could land you a jackpot in the Grand National

Apr 9th 2016, 10:10 AM 62,218 Views 38 Comments

We went looking for value in the big race at Aintree. Here’s what we found.

# aintree - Friday 8 April, 2016

Forget the horses - this man just won the Grand National
# Aintree
From The Daily Edge
# Aintree

Forget the horses - this man just won the Grand National

Apr 8th 2016, 2:04 PM 8,048 Views 0 Comments

“THE IMMERSION.”

Forget the horses - this man just won the Grand National
# Aintree
From The42
# Aintree

Forget the horses - this man just won the Grand National

Apr 8th 2016, 1:06 PM 12,534 Views 7 Comments

“THE IMMERSION.”

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