The highly anticipated steeplechase event of the year is set to take place this Saturday, marking the culmination of the Grand National 2025. With a reduced field of 34 horses for safety reasons, the two-lap race at Aintree promises to be an exciting spectacle. Last year’s winner, I Am Maximus, will be looking to defend his title against tough competition from the likes of Intense Raffles, Stumptown, and Iroko.
For more information on the horses competing in the 2025 Grand National, including a full list of runners, visit 101GreatGoals.com. The race is scheduled for Saturday, April 5 at 16:00 BST, with Willie Mullins’ I Am Maximus leading the field in pursuit of a historic second victory. Coverage of the event will be broadcast live on ITV 1 and Racing TV, with BBC Radio 5 Live providing radio commentary.
The total prize money for the Grand National is £1 million, with the winner taking home a hefty £500,000. The weather forecast for Aintree on race day predicts sunshine, with a temperature of around 14 degrees and soft ground conditions. Don’t miss out on this thrilling event that promises to be a day of high stakes and exhilarating competition.