Aintree

British

/ ˈeɪntrɪ /

noun

a suburb of Liverpool, in Merseyside: site of the racecourse over which the Grand National steeplechase has been run since 1839

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I Am Maximus and Nick Rockett - the past two winners of the Grand National - head the confirmations for Saturday's race at Aintree.

From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026

Mr Hayes said he was eventually carried out of the building by paramedics, before being rushed to Aintree Hospital where he was met by his wife, Helen.

From BBC • Sep. 8, 2025

The 13-year-old did not finish at Aintree, having been pulled up after the final fence before collapsing on the track.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2025

Micheal Nolan, Celebre d'Allen's rider, was handed a 10-day suspension on Saturday after Aintree stewards ruled he had continued when his mount had no more to give and was losing ground.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2025

That my introduction should come from the peace-loving, nerve-ridden Aintree, was in accordance with the best ironical traditions of life.

From The Sixth Sense A Novel by McKenna, Stephen

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