I Am Maximus clinched victory at the 2026 Grand National with a time of 9 minutes and 9.68 seconds. This win secures the horse’s second consecutive title, making it a two-time champion alongside Tiger Roll at one of horse racing’s most esteemed competitions.
The triumph also establishes JP McManus as the most successful owner in the event’s history, boasting four wins at the National. Additionally, it marks a back-to-back victory for trainer Willie Mullins, who guided Nick Rockett to victory in the previous year’s event.
Expressing his thoughts on the triumph, jockey Paul Townend, who has now achieved a Gold Cup and Grand National double this season, praised I Am Maximus’s resilience. He commended the horse’s strength, stating that despite a slight lack of enthusiasm during the race, I Am Maximus’s exceptional ability and determination shone through.
Mullins also praised the horse’s performance, acknowledging the excellent decision to focus on Aintree rather than the Gold Cup. He highlighted the evolving nature of the National and emphasized the significance of winning this prestigious race in the world of horse racing.
In other placements at the Grand National:
– 1st place: I Am Maximus
– 2nd place: Iroko
– 3rd place: Jordans
– 4th place: Jonnywho
– 5th place: High Class Hero
– 6th place: Favori De Champdou
– 7th place: Final Orders
– 8th place: Champ Kiely
– 9th place: Three Card Brag
– 10th place: Monty’s Star
– 11th place: Answer To Kayf
– 12th place: Gorgeous Tom
– 13th place: Imperial Saint
– 14th place: Haiti Couleurs
– 15th place: Twig
– 16th place: Firefox
Several riders were unseated during the race, while some horses fell or were pulled up. Additionally, certain horses were listed as non-runners for the event.