Grand National Results: I Am Maximus Wins Again

I Am Maximus has won the Grand National 2026, becoming the first horse since Red Rum to regain his title. The race took place at Aintree on a Saturday, with a total of 34 runners competing. I Am Maximus, trained by Willie Mullins and ridden by Paul Townend, finished the race with a winning margin of 2.5 lengths.

This victory marks a significant achievement for Willie Mullins, who has now become the first trainer to win three successive Grand Nationals since Vincent O’Brien. Additionally, owner JP McManus has solidified his status as the most successful owner in Grand National history, with a total of four wins.

I Am Maximus, a 10-year-old bay gelding, was the race favorite with odds of 9/2. He had previously finished second in the Grand National 2025, demonstrating his consistent performance in this prestigious event.

In the 2026 race, Iroko finished in second place, while Jordans and Johnnywho took third and fourth, respectively. Out of the 34 runners, only 16 completed the course, highlighting the challenging nature of the Grand National.

Willie Mullins expressed gratitude for the victory, stating, “It was a good call from JP, I’d been going down the Gold Cup route with him, but he said to stay in Aintree with him as he felt he was well handicapped.” Paul Townend praised I Am Maximus, saying, “He’s tough, isn’t he? He’ll gallop to the end of the world for you.”

Mullins also mentioned the potential for I Am Maximus to return next year, noting, “Hopefully he’ll be here next year, JP is very keen on the National for I Am Maximus, he says he loves the place and jumps the fences so well.”

The results of the Grand National 2026 not only highlight the prowess of I Am Maximus but also the remarkable achievements of his connections. I Am Maximus is now considered “Aintree royalty,” following this historic win.