Nick Rockett wins Grand National for Mullins duo
Jockey Patrick Mullins won the Grand National on Nick Rockett at Aintree as his trainer father Willie Mullins took the first three places in the race.The 33-1 chance denied last year's winner I Am Maximus who finished second, with Grangeclare West in third.
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