The Grand National is a steeplechase horse race held annually at Aintree Racecourse in Liverpool, England. It is one of the most famous and prestigious horse races in the world, and is watched by millions of people around the globe. The race has been running since 1839, and is run over a course of 4 miles 514 yards and includes 30 fences. The question that has been posed is whether any horse has won the Grand National twice.
Red Rum
The most famous horse to win the Grand National twice is Red Rum. Red Rum was a bay gelding, foaled in 1965 and trained by Ginger McCain. He won the Grand National in 1973 and 1974, and famously ran second in 1975 and 1976. His victories in 1973 and 1974 were the first back-to-back wins since Reynoldstown in 1935 and 1936. Red Rum also lost the Grand National by a short head in 1973, and was placed four times in the race in total.
Other Horses to Win the Grand National Twice
- The only other horse to win the Grand National twice is Aintree in 1883 and 1884. Aintree was trained by Bob Sievier.
- The horse Peter Simple has the unique achievement of finishing second in the Grand National three times. Peter Simple also won the race in 1853 and 1854.
The Most Successful Horses in Grand National History
Although no horse has won the Grand National three times, there are some horses that have been particularly successful in the race. The most successful horse in terms of placings is Manifesto, who finished in the top three on seven occasions between 1896 and 1904. The most successful horse in terms of wins is Lutteur III, who won the Grand National in 1909, 1910 and 1912.
The Grand National’s Most Successful Jockeys
The jockeys that have been most successful in the Grand National are George Stevens and George Duller. George Stevens won the race five times between 1856 and 1865, while George Duller won the race four times between 1869 and 1877. The third most successful jockey is Fred Winter, who won the race three times in the 1950s and 1960s.
The Grand National’s Most Successful Trainers
The most successful trainer in the Grand National is Tom Dreaper, who trained four winners from 1951 to 1974. The second most successful trainer is Fred Rimell, who trained three winners from 1956 to 1965. The third most successful trainer is Ginger McCain, who trained Red Rum to two victories in 1973 and 1974.
The Grand National’s Most Successful Owners
The most successful owner in the Grand National is Dudley B. Smith, who had five winners from 1951 to 1974. The second most successful owner is J. R. W. Herring, who had four winners from 1859 to 1865. The third most successful owner is A. J. Stewart, who had three winners from 1869 to 1877.
Notable Horses that Did Not Win the Grand National Twice
There have been many horses that have won the Grand National only once, but are still notable for their achievements in the race. E.S.B. won the Grand National in 1956, and finished second in 1958 and 1959. Carvills Hill won the Grand National in 1990, and finished second in 1992. Auroras Encore won the Grand National in 2013, and finished second in 2014.
Notable Horses That Finished Second in the Grand National Twice
- The Lamb finished second in the Grand National in 1868 and 1871.
- The Duke finished second in the Grand National in 1879 and 1880.
- Battleship finished second in the Grand National in 1932 and 1933.
Notable Horses That Finished Third in the Grand National Twice
- Sam finished third in the Grand National in 1854 and 1855.
- The Sefton finished third in the Grand National in 1878 and 1879.
- Aintree finished third in the Grand National in 1885 and 1886.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the only horse to win the Grand National twice is Red Rum, who won the race in 1973 and 1974. There have been a number of horses that have come close to winning the race twice, with some horses having finished in the top three on multiple occasions. Despite this, no horse has been able to win the Grand National twice.