Grand National 2026: Full Field of 34 Horses Confirmed for Aintree Showdown

Grand National 2026: Complete Field of 34 Horses Announced for Aintree

The lineup for the 2026 Randox Grand National at Aintree has been officially confirmed, featuring a full complement of 34 horses, the maximum allowed for this prestigious event. The £1 million race, scheduled for Saturday and set to be broadcast live by ITV, promises an exhilarating contest with top contenders vying for victory.

I Am Maximus Leads the Charge as Favourite

Heading the field and the betting odds is I Am Maximus, owned by JP McManus and trained by Willie Mullins. This formidable horse, who triumphed in the 2024 Grand National and secured second place last year, is poised for a strong performance. Paul Townend will retain his ride on I Am Maximus, maintaining their successful partnership.

I Am Maximus faces a notable rematch with stablemate Nick Rockett, who led a memorable 1-2-3 finish for Mullins last year, with Patrick Mullins in the saddle. Grangeclare West, another Mullins-trained entry, completed that podium, highlighting the trainer's dominance. A victory for Mullins would elevate him to join Ginger McCain and Fred Rimell as the most successful trainers in Grand National history, with a potential fourth win.

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Key Contenders and Surprise Declarations

All major favourites have been declared for the race, including Grangeclare West, the Dan Skelton-trained mare Panic Attack, and last year's fourth-place finisher Iroko. Additional McManus-owned horses, such as Jagwar trained by Oliver Greenall and Josh Guerriero, add depth to the competitive field.

Willie Mullins, who had nine horses engaged earlier in the week, has declared all of them, showcasing his extensive involvement. A surprising declaration is Spillane's Tower, also set to run in the Bowl at Aintree on Thursday, indicating a busy schedule for this contender.

Full Runner List and Race Details

The 2026 Randox Grand National is scheduled for 4.00pm on Saturday, 11th April 2026, at Aintree. Below is the confirmed list of runners, highlighting the diverse field of horses, trainers, and jockeys:

1. I Am Maximus (FR) – W. P. Mullins, Paul Townend
2. Nick Rockett (IRE) – W. P. Mullins, Patick Mullins
3. Banbridge (IRE) – Joseph Patrick O'Brien, JJ Slevin
4. Grangeclare West (IRE) – W. P. Mullins
5. Gerri Colombe (FR) – Gordon Elliott
6. Haiti Couleurs (FR) – Rebecca Curtis, Sean Bowen
7. Spillane's Tower (IRE) – James Joseph Mangan
8. Firefox (IRE) – Gordon Elliott
9. Monty's Star (IRE) – Henry de Bromhead
10. Spanish Harlem (FR) – W. P. Mullins
11. Lecky Watson (IRE) – W. P. Mullins
12. Champ Kiely (IRE) – W. P. Mullins
13. Iroko (FR) – Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero, Jonjo O’Neill Jr
14. Favori de Champdou (FR) – Gordon Elliott
15. Three Card Brag (IRE) – Gordon Elliott
16. Oscars Brother (IRE) – Connor King
17. Mr Vango (IRE) – Sara Bradstock, Jack Tudor
18. High Class Hero – W. P. Mullins
19. Stellar Story (IRE) – Gordon Elliott
20. Beauport (IRE) – Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies, Sam Twiston-Davies
21. Captain Cody (IRE) – W. P. Mullins
22. Jagwar (FR) – Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero
23. Perceval Legallois (FR) – Gavin Cromwell, Harry Cobden
24. Gorgeous Tom (IRE) – Henry de Bromhead
25. The Real Whacker (IRE) – Patrick Neville, Gavin Sheehan
26. Quai de Bourbon (FR) – W. P. Mullins
27. Answer To Kayf – Terence O'Brien
28. Jordans (FR) – Joseph Patrick O'Brien, Ben Jones
29. Final Orders – Gavin Cromwell, Conor Stone-Walsh
30. Marble Sands (FR) – David Killahena & Graeme McPherson, Kielan Woods
31. Panic Attack (IRE) – Dan Skelton, Harry Skelton
32. Top of The Bill (IRE) – Nigel & Willy Twiston-Davies, Toby McCain-Mitchell
33. Johnnywho (IRE) – Jonjo & A.J. O'Neill, Richie McLernon
34. Twig – Ben Pauling, Beau Morgan

This diverse lineup ensures a thrilling spectacle for horse racing enthusiasts, with intense rivalries and historic stakes on the line at Aintree.