Jockey Walsh Aims for Grand National History
Katie Walsh will attempt to become the first female jockey to win the John Smith's Grand National when she rides Seabass April 6 at Aintree. Seabass is second-choice, at 8-1, of the 40 horses entered.
Keyword: Aintree Racecourse
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Changes Made to Grand National Course
Mounting concerns over the safety of England's Grand National steeplechase have forced organizers to make modifications to the course following a review of the world's most grueling race after two horses died this year.
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Aintree Commissions McCain Portrait Sculpture
Aintree Racecourse in England has commissioned a bronze portrait bust of the four-time Grand National winning trainer, Donald "Ginger" McCain, who died at the age of 80 last September.
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Barnett Appointed as Ascot Chief Executive
Ascot Racecourse announced Feb. 15 that Charles Barnett had been appointed to the position of chief executive.
