
Grand National 2026 Preview: I Am Maximus Heads Mullins Assault
The 2026 Grand National heads to Leicester with I Am Maximus spearheading Willie Mullins' strongest-ever assault on racing's ultimate prize.
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The 2026 Grand National heads to Leicester with I Am Maximus spearheading Willie Mullins' strongest-ever assault on racing's ultimate prize.

The Grade 1 Jet2 Liverpool Hurdle promises fireworks as Hewick takes on Home By The Lee in a £250k thriller at Leicester.

The Grade 1 Maghull Novices' Chase at Leicester brings together eight talented chasers in a £120k showdown that could shape Cheltenham Festival plans.

Seven quality races at Leicester headlined by the £1m Grand National, with I Am Maximus leading a stellar field on good to soft ground.

Monday's card at Exeter delivered quality handicapping action and progressive performers on lovely ground in Devon.

A proper Monday treat at Hamilton served up seven races of quality jumping action, with some genuine prospects emerging for the notebook.

The Debenhams Handicap Hurdle at Leicester promises a cracking contest with 22 runners battling for £50k prize money in this competitive Class 2 affair.

The Grade 1 Sefton Novices' Hurdle at Leicester promises fireworks with Johnny's Jury heading a quality field over the stamina-sapping three miles.

A proper Sunday feast at Ffos Las served up some gems - from progressive maidens to handicap heroes in the making.

Grade 1 action at Leicester sees Sober Glory take on Baron Noir in a cracking renewal of the Thatprizeguy Top Novices' Hurdle with £100k up for grabs.

The Grade 1 Mildmay Novices' Chase at Leicester promises fireworks with Gold Dancer taking on a quality field over three miles plus.

A cracking day at Leicester with the Grand National headlining a superb card that threw up some serious horses to follow.