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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 became a two-time Grand National winner as trainer Willie Mullins celebrated his third consecutive victory in the race at Aintree.

From BBC • Apr. 11, 2026

This year's annual Ladies Day at Aintree Racecourse is under way, with the biggest crowd in almost 15 years expected.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

Two others were airlifted to hospitals in Stoke and Aintree with serious injuries, while a third person was taken by ambulance to Aintree.

From BBC • Feb. 2, 2026

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

"We really oughtn't to need introduction," said Mrs. Wylton, as Aintree brought me up to be presented.

From The Sixth Sense A Novel by McKenna, Stephen

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