I Am Maximus emerged victorious at the 2026 Grand National, completing the race in 9 minutes and 9.68 seconds. This win secured the second consecutive title for the horse owned by JP McManus, making I Am Maximus a two-time champion alongside Tiger Roll at this esteemed racing event.
With this triumph, JP McManus now holds the record for the most wins by an owner at the Grand National, having secured four victories in total. Additionally, trainer Willie Mullins celebrated his second straight win, following his success with Nick Rockett in the previous year.
Reflecting on the race, jockey Paul Townend, who has achieved a Gold Cup and Grand National double this season, praised I Am Maximus, highlighting the horse’s strength and determination. Mullins also commended the horse’s performance, emphasizing the strategic decision to focus on the Aintree race rather than the Gold Cup.
The Grand National results are as follows:
1st – I Am Maximus
2nd – Iroko
3rd – Jordans
4th – Jonnywho
5th – High Class Hero
6th – Favori De Champdou
7th – Final Orders
8th – Champ Kiely
9th – Three Card Brag
10th – Monty’s Star
11th – Answer To Kayf
12th – Gorgeous Tom
13th – Imperial Saint
14th – Haiti Couleurs
15th – Twig
16th – Firefox
Several riders were unseated during the race, including Bainbridge, Grangeclare West, Oscars Brother, Beauport, Captain Cody, Jagwar, and Perceval Legallois. Other horses fell, such as Gerri Colombe, Mr Vango, Stellar Story, Quai De Bourbon, Marble Sands, Panic Attack, and Top Of The Bill. Additionally, Spanish Harlem, Lecky Watson, The Real Whacker, and Amirite were pulled up, while Nick Rockett, Spillane’s Tower, and Pied Piper were non-runners.