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There is a substantial prize fund of £1million up for grabs, with £500,000 awarded to the winner.
The event, which traditionally features 40 horses, has been running since 1839 and around a third of the UK is expected to put at least one bet on this year’s race.
Notably, the 2024 champion, I Am Maximus, trained by Willie Mullins, is set to defend his title at this year’s event.
Over 150,000 people are expected to attend the three-day Grand National Festival[/caption]
One chic guest paired a gold feather headpiece with a bold red gown[/caption]