I Am Maximus secured victory in the 2026 Grand National with a time of 9 minutes and 9.68 seconds. This win marked the second consecutive triumph for the horse owned by JP McManus, putting it in the esteemed company of Tiger Roll as a two-time champion at the prestigious racing event.
The victory also elevated McManus to the most successful owner in the history of the Grand National, boasting four wins. Additionally, it represented a back-to-back win for trainer Willie Mullins, who guided Nick Rockett to victory in the previous year’s competition.
Following the win, jockey Paul Townend, who achieved a Gold Cup and Grand National double this season, praised I Am Maximus, highlighting the horse’s resilience and exceptional performance throughout the race.
Mullins expressed satisfaction with the horse’s performance, commending the decision to focus on the Aintree race rather than pursuing the Gold Cup path. He noted the evolving nature of the Grand National and emphasized the significance of winning this prestigious event in the world of horse racing.
The Grand National results are as follows:
1st – I Am Maximus
2nd – Iroko
3rd – Jordans
4th – Jonnywho
5th – High Class Hero
6th – Favori De Champdou
7th – Final Orders
8th – Champ Kiely
9th – Three Card Brag
10th – Monty’s Star
11th – Answer To Kayf
12th – Gorgeous Tom
13th – Imperial Saint
14th – Haiti Couleurs
15th – Twig
16th – Firefox
Additionally, several riders and horses faced unseated rides, falls, and pull-ups during the event, while some horses were marked as non-runners.