What time is the Grand National? Runners, horses and odds for 2024

The Grand National returns to Aintree for a three-day racing event, culminating with the British racing calendar's most famous race.

34 runners will be selected to compete in the four miles and two-and-a-half furlongs steeplechase, jumping a total of 30 fences in the hopes of making history. The Grand National meeting begins on Thursday, April 11 and lasts for three days, with the main event taking place at 4pm on Saturday, April 13.

The reigning champion from last year, Corach Rambler, is returning to compete again and is aiming to win the Grand National for the second consecutive year. However, he faces stiff competition from I Am Maximus.

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Grand National 2024 dates, odds, times, tickets and runners

When is the Grand National?

Aintree's three-day Grand National Festival will run from Thursday, April 11 to Saturday, April 13. The main event, the Grand National itself, will take place on Saturday afternoon.

What time is the Grand National?

The Grand National race will start at 4pm on Saturday, April 13.

Where is the Grand National held?

The Grand National Festival takes place at Aintree Racecourse, which is just a short distance from Liverpool. Aintree Racecourse has been the home of the Grand National Festival since 1839.

How many horses are in the Grand National?

For 2024, the total number of horses in the Grand National has been cut from 40 to 34, to reduce the risk of incidents during the race. The Chief Executive of the Jockey Club said the Grand National is many fans' entry point into horseracing and the changes are vital to preserve the future of the sport.

When are the horses for the Grand National announced?

Every February,