Aintree Racecourse

We’re sad to learn that Ballabriggs has passed away at age 25.

He lived a long and happy retirement at Trevor Hemmings’ Ballaseyr Stud where we visited him earlier this year.

The 2011 Grand National winner is etched into racing history and our thoughts are with all connections.

Idem makes it two from two for the season and at 16/1 in the £35,000 Pertemps Network Handicap Hurdle for Randox Grand National-winning trainer @lucindavrussell and @MichaelScu

The 5yo Taurus Bay, the youngest runner in the field, makes a winning debut over fences and on seasonal debut in the Grade 2 @Boodles Rising Stars Novices' Chase for @benpauling1

Champion Hurdle fourth Alexei makes a triumphant return to action in the £70,000 Grade 2 @WillHillRacing Molyneux Hurdle for @CobdenHarry, @TizzardRacing and Brocade Racing

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Progressive chaser Montregard makes a winning seasonal return in the £80,000 @BetMGMUK Handicap Chase.

@CobdenHarry | @tflacey