The Grand National is one of the most iconic and well-known horse races in the world. It is an annual steeplechase held in Liverpool, England, every April since 1839. It is a National Hunt horse race which is run over a distance of 4 miles 514 yards and includes 30 obstacles. An incredible 40 horses take part in the race and it is watched by millions of people worldwide.
Has Anyone Ever Won the Grand National Twice?
Yes, there have been a few horses who have been successful enough to win the Grand National twice. This is quite an achievement as the Grand National is a notoriously difficult race and only a few horses have been able to win it twice.
Red Rum
The most famous horse to win the Grand National twice is undoubtedly Red Rum. Red Rum won the Grand National in 1973 and 1974 and is the only horse to have won the race three times. In addition to his two Grand National wins, Red Rum also came second in both the 1975 and 1976 Grand Nationals. Red Rum is widely considered to be the greatest Grand National horse of all time and his success in the race has gone down in history.
Reynoldstown
Another horse to have won the Grand National twice is Reynoldstown. Reynoldstown won the race in 1935 and 1936, making him the second horse to win the race twice. Reynoldstown was owned by the Earl of Plymouth and was ridden by jockey Jack Anthony both times.
Tipperary Tim
Tipperary Tim was a small bay gelding who won the Grand National in 1928 and 1929. He was a very consistent horse, finishing in the top six in all of his five Grand National entries. He was owned by Major Noel Furlong and ridden by jockey Jim Heffernan both times.
The Lamb
The fourth horse to win the Grand National twice was The Lamb, who won the race in 1868 and 1871. He was owned by Sir Tatton Sykes and ridden by jockey Billy Neale both times. The Lamb was a popular horse, winning a total of 22 races during his racing career.
The Most Successful Jockey in the Grand National
The most successful jockey in the Grand National is George Stevens, who won the race five times. He won the race in 1856, 1857, 1861, 1862 and 1870. He was the first jockey to win the race three times and he remains the most successful jockey to have ever competed in the Grand National.
The Most Successful Trainer in the Grand National
The most successful trainer in the Grand National is George Dockeray, who trained six winning horses. He trained The Duke (1836), The Lamb (1868 and 1871), The Colonel (1873), Regal (1877) and Emblem (1883).
The Most Successful Owners in the Grand National
The most successful owners in the Grand National are Sir Charles Assheton-Smith and Mr. John W. Molyneux, who have each won the race four times. Sir Charles Assheton-Smith won the race with The Duke (1836), The Colonel (1873), Regal (1877) and Emblem (1883). Mr. John W. Molyneux won the race with The Lamb (1868 and 1871), Regal (1877) and Emblem (1883).
The Most Famous Grand National Winners
The most famous Grand National winners include:
- Red Rum – 1973, 1974 and 1977
- Tipperary Tim – 1928 and 1929
- Reynoldstown – 1935 and 1936
- The Lamb – 1868 and 1871
- Aintree – 1954 and 1956
- Poethlyn – 1919 and 1920
- Aldaniti – 1981 and 1984
The Most Recent Grand National Winners
The most recent Grand National winners are:
- Tiger Roll – 2018 and 2019
- One For Arthur – 2017
- Rule The World – 2016
- Many Clouds – 2015
- Auroras Encore – 2013
- Neptune Collonges – 2012
- Don’t Push It – 2010
Conclusion
In conclusion, there have been a few horses who have won the Grand National twice. The most famous of these is undoubtedly Red Rum, who won the race in 1973, 1974 and 1977. There have also been a few jockeys, trainers and owners who have been successful in the Grand National, with George Stevens and George Dockeray being the most successful of these. The Grand National is a unique and exciting race and the horses that have won it twice are certainly worthy of their place in history.