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It is to improve the welfare of horses
The Grand National will be reduced from 40 to 34 runners from next year to improve the welfare of horses.
Three animals in April's field died after sustaining injuries in the famous race at Aintree.
The 5-15 start time will also be brought forward so that they get the best of the course conditions.
It's the first time since 1984 that the maximum field size will be cut.
Tuesday Morning Sports Update
Keeping you up to date on soccer, rugby and racing.
All Ireland Football Championship Opening Round Fixtures Confirmed
Leinster champions Westmeath will host Cavan on May 30th
Tommy O'Brien Among Injury Doubts For Leinster's Champion Cup Final On Saturday
Kick-off in Bilbao is at 2:45pm.
Monday Morning Sports Update
Keeping you up to date on GAA, soccer, and golf.
Sunday Evening Sports Update
Keeping you up to date on GAA, golf, soccer, and rugby.
Mourinho's Benefica Go Unbeaten but Miss Title
Jose Mourinho's Benefica completed the Portuguese league season unbeaten, but still finished third.
Brave Kildare Fall Short in Leinster Ladies Final
Kildare's bid for Leinster senior ladies football glory ended 2-12 to 2-6 as Dublin won.
Chelsea Appoint Xabi Alonso as New Manager
Chelsea have confirmed Alonso as their new manager on a four-year contract.
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