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sports2 years ago

Protesters cause chaos at Grand National racecourse.

Animal rights protesters disrupted the Grand National horse race in England's northwest by attempting to attach themselves to a fence. The race was delayed by 15 minutes before getting underway and was won by Corach Rambler. Two people were arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to cause a public nuisance, and another woman was arrested in connection with potential coordinated disruption activities. The Animal Rights group had planned to "shut down" the race, but Aintree Racecourse had a "robust" security plan in place.

sports2 years ago

Grand National marred by protests and disruptions.

The Grand National horse race was delayed after animal rights activists scaled fences around the perimeter of Aintree racecourse and got onto the track. The race was delayed as a result and the 39 horses were kept in the parade ring. The race started around 15 minutes late after the jockeys returned to the paddock, drawing a huge roar from the crowd. Corach Rambler, ridden by Derek Fox, stormed to victory. The 8-1 shot burst clear off the last fence and won comfortably from 20-1 chance Vanillier, with Gaillard Du Mesnil in third place.