I Am Maximus Regains Grand National Title

In a historic 2026 Randox Grand National, I Am Maximus became the first horse to reclaim the title since the legendary Red Rum. The race was filled with early drama, including the fall of last year's third-place finisher Grangeclare West and Panic Attack. However, I Am Maximus, ridden by Paul Townend, tracked the inside path and ultimately stormed home to win the race for a second time. This victory marked a record fourth win in the Grand National for owner JP McManus, who also had his horse Iroko finish second. Trainer Willie Mullins, who joins Red Rum's trainer Ginger McCain and Fred Rimell as a four-time National-winning handler, praised I Am Maximus, saying he is a superb horse who got a fantastic ride. Meanwhile, Joseph O'Brien's Home By The Lee dominated the Jet2 Liverpool Hurdle, completing a double last achieved by Sire du Berlais in 2023.