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I Am Maximus storms to second Grand National triumph at Aintree

It previously won in 2024.

Grand National glory belonged once again to I Am Maximus, as the well-backed favourite powered to victory in Saturday's showpiece at Aintree Racecourse.

Ridden by Paul Townend, the 9-2 favourite produced a strong late surge to seal a second win in the famous race, holding off stablemate Iroko in the closing stages. The result also marked a notable milestone for Willie Mullins, who has now landed three successive renewals of the race.

The contest itself featured early drama, with a number of fallers and unseated riders, but I Am Maximus avoided trouble throughout before asserting late on. Jordans finished third, with Johnnywho in fourth.

Victory also continued a remarkable record for owner J.P. MCManus, who saw his colours carried to both first and second place in this year's race.

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