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Irish racing legend Willie Mullins has cemented his place in Aintree folklore with a remarkable third consecutive Grand National victory, as I Am Maximus stormed home to claim the 2026 title in stunning fashion—the first winner of the race in nearly five decades to match Red Rum's legacy. The veteran trainer, who continues to defy age and deliver at the sport's biggest stage, reflected on the emotional triumph as "a dream come true," showcasing why he remains the master of the jumping game. While Mullins was celebrating on Merseyside, the Scottish Grand National delivered its own shock at Ayr as 20-1 outsider Kap Vert caused a major upset, though the week was darkened by the jailing of Grand National trainer Evan Williams for a shocking assault on a dog walker with a hockey stick.

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A Piece Of Heaven keeps focus on Chester’s Classic trials after ground chaos
🏇 Horse Racing8 May 2026

A Piece Of Heaven keeps focus on Chester’s Classic trials after ground chaos

The Guardian

Ascot’s bold move in turf war leaves racing fighting to avoid constitutional crisis
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Ascot’s bold move in turf war leaves racing fighting to avoid constitutional crisis

Decision of the king’s track to quit the Racecourse Association may ultimately lead to long overdue reform The racing industry is such a broad and varied collec

The Guardian5 May
True Love hands O'Brien eighth 1,000 Guineas win
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True Love hands O'Brien eighth 1,000 Guineas win

True Love storms to victory in the 1,000 Guineas at Newmarket to hand legendary Irish trainer Aidan O'Brien an eighth winner in the fillies' Classic.

BBC Sport3 May
Horse racing: Precise the favourite for 1,000 Guineas as O’Brien chases record – live
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Horse racing: Precise the favourite for 1,000 Guineas as O’Brien chases record – live

Newmarket’s marquee race starts at 3.35pm (BST) Get in touch: email Greg about today’s racing Silvestre de Sousa did not see another rival there, and Jennifer

The Guardian3 May
DeVaux makes history with Kentucky Derby victory
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DeVaux makes history with Kentucky Derby victory

Golden Tempo comes from the back of the field to win a thrilling Kentucky Derby as Cherie DeVaux becomes the first victorious female trainer.

BBC Sport3 May
Golden Tempo surges to take Kentucky Derby as Cherie DeVaux becomes first female trainer to win
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Golden Tempo surges to take Kentucky Derby as Cherie DeVaux becomes first female trainer to win

Renegade finishes second at Churchill Downs Jockey Jorge Ortiz beats brother Irad for first Long shot Ocelli (70-1) takes third place Golden Tempo won the 15

The Guardian2 May
Loughnane wins 2,000 Guineas on Bow Echo
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Loughnane wins 2,000 Guineas on Bow Echo

Jockey Billy Loughnane wins the first Classic race of his career, aged just 20, on Bow Echo in the 2,000 Guineas at Newmarket.

BBC Sport2 May
Horse racing: 2,000 Guineas day 2026 – live news and updates
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Horse racing: 2,000 Guineas day 2026 – live news and updates

Newmarket’s 2,000 Guineas starts at 3.35pm (BST) Get in touch: email Greg about today’s racing 1.10 NEWMARKET, ELLEN CHALONER STAKES, LISTED, 6F The first rac

The Guardian2 May
Lossiemouth wins Champion Hurdle at Punchestown
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Lossiemouth wins Champion Hurdle at Punchestown

Lossiemouth extends her unbeaten record at Punchestown by winning the Champion Hurdle by five lengths on Friday.

BBC Sport1 May
Felicity Barnard: ‘I’m hugely positive about racing. I love it and all the characters in it’
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Felicity Barnard: ‘I’m hugely positive about racing. I love it and all the characters in it’

The uniqueness of Royal Ascot was a factor in the track CEO’s jump from the Premier League to the sport of kings “I was used to fans,” Felicity Barnard, the chi

The Guardian1 May
Loughnane hoping Bow Echo can  realise Guineas dream
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Loughnane hoping Bow Echo can realise Guineas dream

Rising star Flat jockey Billy 'The Kid' Loughnane tells the BBC what winning Saturday's 2,000 Guineas on board favourite Bow Echo would mean to him.

BBC Sport1 May
Bob Olinger signs off with Punchestown win
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Bob Olinger signs off with Punchestown win

Bob Olinger rides off into retirement with victory in the Champion Stayers Hurdle on day three of the Punchestown Festival.

BBC Sport30 Apr
Gaelic Warrior claims Punchestown Gold Cup
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Gaelic Warrior claims Punchestown Gold Cup

Gaelic Warrior races clear to claim the Punchestown Gold Cup.

BBC Sport29 Apr