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Jockeys and their Superstitions

It is a well known fact that jockeys are notorious for their superstitions and rituals, and this is definitely true of the jockeys who race in the Grand National. It must be pointed out that it is not just jockeys that have

The history of foul play at the Grand National

Unfortunately in horse racing, like all sports there is sometimes foul play to be found, and it was discovered in the first ever Grand National in 1839. An Irish challenger Rust, ridden by William McDonough was running so well that

Rules of Entry to the Grand National

The rules of entry to the Grand National have changed greatly over the years, and today the race is restricted to horses over the age of five, with a British Horseracing Authority rating of at least 110. Each entry to the race costs

Grand National Lady Riders

In 1982 Geraldine Rees riding Cheers became the first female jockey to complete the Grand National course and in the history of the race just fourteen women have ridden and just four have completed the course.