The Jockey Club has confirmed a number of major changes for the Grand National horse race
The famous steeplechase will return to Aintree racecourse on April 13, 2024. The 2023 race was delayed after the course was invaded by animal rights campaigners.
Nevin Truesdale said: “That means our sport, like many other sports have done, needs to recognise when action needs to be taken to evolve because the safety and care of horses and jockeys will always be our number one priority.In making these changes at Aintree we are underlining our relentless focus on welfare and our commitment to powering the future of British racing.”
There has also been a number of targeted changes to reduce the opportunity for horses to build up too much speed at the start of the race.This has meant moving the first fence 60 yards closer to the start to slow the early stages of the race and implementing a standing start that will apply to all races over the Grand National fences throughout the 2023-24 season and beyond.
Other measures introduced include changes to the course as alterations will be made to the alignment of the running rail on the inside of the Grand National course to assist with the early capture of loose horses.
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