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Yahoo
05-04-2025
- Entertainment
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Where to watch the 2025 Grand National, what time it starts and the runners
"The world's greatest steeplechase" - the Grand National is just a few hours away. The 2025 Grand National Festival has been on at Aintree Racecourse since Thursday (April 3) with Opening Day and Ladies Day having been held so far. But it's Grand National Day on Saturday (April 5) that everyone is waiting for, with the 2025 Randox Grand National race set to attract the attention of audiences all over the world. The most thrilling gallop the globe has got to offer... The Grand National ❤️#ITVRacing | #GrandNational | @broughscott — ITV Racing (@itvracing) April 5, 2025 Aintree Racecourse explains: "The Randox Grand National. It's more than just the world's greatest steeplechase. This is horse racing with a difference. "A national institution with a global audience. An event of grand proportions and nothing is done by halves. "It's unmissable sport and entertainment guaranteed to leave you with unforgettable memories. It's not one to miss." It continues: "The culmination of The Randox Grand National Festival is Grand National Day, a day steeped in history, drama, and unforgettable moments. "This is the pride of a vibrant and iconic city, a spectacle watched by millions around the world." Saturday (April 5) will be the third and final day of the 2025 Randox Grand National Festival. (Image: Peter Byrne/PA Wire) So you don't miss out on seeing the "the world's greatest steeplechase", here is all you need to know about the 2025 Grand National including the start time, runners and where to watch. The 2025 Randox Grand National will be run at 4pm on Saturday (April 5). The horses taking part in the race are: I Am Maximus Iroko Stumptown Hewick Perceval Legallois Intense Raffles Vanillier Minella Hyland Kandoo Kid Meeting of the Waters Beauport Nick Rockett Minella Indo Three Card Brag Grangeclare West Senior Chief Bravemansgame Threeunder Thrufive Monbeg Genius Duffle Coat Hitman Appreciate It Fil Dor Twig Broadway Boy Coko Beach Stay Away Fay Royale Pagaille Chantry House Conflated Idas Boy Horantzau D'airy Celebre D'Allen One of these is the 2025 Randox Grand National winner 🥇 — Aintree Racecourse (@AintreeRaces) April 5, 2025 You can watch the Grand National on ITV1 and ITVX on Saturday afternoon. Coverage of the main race will begin at 3.15pm with the race itself to start at 4pm. The Grand National will also be broadcast live on RacingTV which is accessible via TV, tablet or mobile phone. You can also find RacingTV on Sky Channel 426 and Virgin Media Channel 536. RECOMMENDED READING: 'Disgust' as Rachael Blackmore's horse dies at Aintree's Grand National meeting Brits urged to retune TV as 'important' changes made in latest Freeview update While the 2025 Randox Grand National is the main event, there are several other races taking part at Aintree on Saturday: 1.20pm: The William Hill Top Price Guarantee Handicap Hurdle Race 1.55pm: The Turners Mersey Novices' Hurdle Race 2.30pm: The William Hill Handicap Steeple Chase 3.05pm: The Ivy Liverpool Hurdle Race 4pm: The Randox Grand National Handicap Steeple Chase 5pm: The Rosconn Group Maghull Novices' Steeple Chase 5.35pm: The Weatherbys Standard Open National Hunt Flat Race Full coverage of the Grand National Festival kicks off on ITV1 and ITVX at 12.45pm on Saturday (April 5).
Telegraph
02-04-2025
- Sport
- Telegraph
Grand National Festival Day 1 tips: Thursday April 3
The 2025 Grand National Festival at Aintree gets under way on Thursday with a seven-race card that comprises four Grade 1 contests, a Premier Handicap, a National Hunt Flat race plus a hunter chase in which the runners tackle the formidable fences that will be used in Saturday's big race. Our expert has cast his eye over the first day's runners and riders and provided five selections for readers to consider. Betting on Aintree? Take a look at these Grand National betting offers and the Grand National runners and riders guide that has everything you need to know, including an expert rating for each horse in the big race. Grand National Day 1 tips – Aintree, Thursday April 3 1.45 – Rubaud @ 12/1 with Sky Bet 2.20 – Mambonumberfive @ 10/1 with Sky Bet 3.30 – Constitution Hill @ 8/11 with Sky Bet 4.40 – Sans Bruit @ 6/1 with Sky Bet 4.40 – Calico @ 12/1 with Sky Bet Odds provided by Sky Bet and correct at the time of writing. If you already have a Sky Bet account and are looking for a new bookmaker to use for this week's racing, check out our list of the best free bets. 1.45 Aintree – ECB Group Manifesto Novices' Chase (Grade 1, 2m 4f) The three horses at the head of the market – Impaire Et Passe, Jango Baie and Croke Park – should draw most of the focus in this race, which means bettors should get a healthy price on RUBAUD. Two years ago this month, the Paul Nicholls-trained gelding won the Scottish Champion Hurdle on good going at Ayr. Bottomless ground at Sandown in December forced the postponement of his chasing debut until later that month, when he was a faller in good-to-soft conditions at Kempton. However, at Warwick in February he pushed the talented L'Eau du Sud all the way to the line in an impressive performance over two miles. That run suggested a step up in trip would be beneficial – and so it proved as he won over an extended version 2m 4f at Kempton a fortnight later.. With the benefit of experience and more springlike conditions that should suit him, there is certainly value in backing Rubaud. 2.20 Aintree – Boodles Anniversary 4-Y-O Juvenile Hurdle (Grade 1, 2m 1f) We are overlooking Cheltenham form here and opting for MAMBONUMBERFIVE, who impressed when beating four rivals to land a Grade 2 hurdle at Kempton in February. Second and third that day were St Pancras, who won on both starts either side of that run, and Mondo Man, the most notable scalp of all. A very classy performer on the Flat, Mondo Man pushed the impressive Lulamba all the way on his hurdles debut, so the Kempton form can be upgraded. Ben Pauling swerved Cheltenham with this juvenile so he will be fresh today against rivals who are returning to action quite quickly. 3.30 Aintree – William Hill Aintree Hurdle (Grade 1, 2m 4f) This is going to be a short preview, with CONSTITUTION HILL expected to make amends for his fall in the Champion Hurdle at Cheltenham and confirm his form from earlier in the season with the Mares' Hurdle winner Lossiemouth, despite the extra four furlongs in trip. The eight-year-old is the best horse in the race and Nico de Boinville will be in no mood for further mistakes, so expect a statement-making ride. And look out for boosts on the day as you might be able to get evens or better on Nicky Henderson's star performer. 4.40 Aintree – Red Rum Handicap Chase (Premier Handicap, 2m) Last year's winner SANS BRUIT runs the same mark as 12 months ago, having failed to progress throughout the season. That said, he hasn't run without promise and a return to this venue could definitely prove a successful move on what could be a good day for trainer Paul Nicholls. CALICO looks very overpriced at 16/1 and can't be dismissed for the valuable handicap specialists Harry and Dan Skelton. He runs off just 2lb higher than his win in October at Cheltenham and similar conditions today should help him to go close, especially if there is market confidence. Expert's tipping record
Yahoo
02-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Loose Women and This Morning schedule change revealed by ITV this week
Wednesday (April 2) will be the last day to watch Loose Women this week. It comes as ITV has revealed a programme shake-up over the next few days, which also includes a schedule change to This Morning. On Thursday (April 3), the broadcaster's flagship show will be extended by 30 minutes. It's good news for viewers as it means even more coverage from hosts Cat Deeley and Ben Shephard towards the end of the week. This Morning usually airs from 10am until 12.30pm on ITV1 but instead it will end at 1pm tomorrow and Friday (April 4). Following the extended programme will be ITV Lunchtime News (from 1pm) and a regional news broadcast after that (1.20pm). Meanwhile, Loose Women will be removed from its regular slot on Thursday and Friday and won't air after today. It will return to its normal air time of 12.30pm on Monday (April 7). Fans might not know that Loose Women has been pulled from ITV this week (Thursday and Friday) due to the horse racing at Aintree Racecourse. From 1.30pm until 5pm on both days, ITV will air the 2025 Grand National Festival. The Radio Times summary for day one explains: 'Ed Chamberlin presents coverage of day one of the event from Aintree, including the 2.55 Aintree Bowl 3.30 Aintree Hurdle, plus races at 1.45, 2.20, 4.05 and 4.40. Recommended reading: Denise Welch opens up on post-natal depression in new Loose Women podcast EastEnders star confirms exit after 6 months saying 'I left a couple of weeks ago' Coronation Street legend's 'surreal' last day after 25 years - final scenes filmed 'With analysis from AP McCoy, Ruby Walsh, Adele Mulrennan and Mick Fitzgerald, reports by Matt Chapman and Luke Harvey, betting news from Brian Gleeson, commentary by Richard Hoiles, and Social Stable updates from Oli Bell and Sam Quek.' The Grand National will also be shown on Saturday (April 5) on ITV1 from 12.45pm and 3.15pm. This Morning and Loose Women airs weekdays on ITV1 and ITVX from 10am and 12.30pm respectively.
