Grand National runners, riders and odds for 2026: Full horse list

The maximum field of 34 horses has been confirmed for the Grand National on Saturday, April 11 . Defending champion Nick Rockett, who would have worn No 2, has been withdrawn . Second reserve Imperial Saint (No 36) takes his place after first reserve Pied Piper also pulled out.

Third reserve Amirite (No 37) comes in too, to replace Spillane’s Tower. The deadline for changes to the final line-up is 1pm on Friday. The entries are listed below in bet365 best-odds order...

Grand National 2026: Full list of entries 1. I Am Maximus The winner in 2024 and a gallant second under a big weight last year – Mullins put defeat down to not having had three starts – which makes him a bit of an Aintree legend in my book. Going to be top weight this time after a good second to Affordale Fury in the Savills Chase at Christmas, though didn't run to quite that level in the Irish Gold Cup.

Should be there or thereabouts again and in the money, but weight stops trains and that might be the difference between first and second again. Expert rating 11st 12lb Trainer WP Mullins Jockey Paul Townend Expert rating Weight 11st 12lb Trainer WP Mullins Jockey Paul Townend Claim a free bet 18+ only, T&Cs apply Claim a free bet 18+ only, T&Cs apply 31. Panic Attack Only 13 mares have won the National, the last being Nickel Coin in 1951.