Weekend Winners returned to dissect the 2026 Randox Grand National, confirming a full 34‑horse field. Last year’s champion I Am Maximus opens the market for trainer Willie Mullins and jockey Paul Townend. Declan Rix tipped Imperial Saint as his top choice, citing strong Mildmay form and a marathon‑ready profile.

Rix completed his trifecta with Johnnywho second and Iroko third, both praised for recent creditable runs. Host Kate Tracey leaned on eight trend markers, placing Johnnywho on top, followed by Final Orders and a long‑shot Spanish Harlem. Meanwhile Sam Boswell championed Monty's Star as his marquee selection, arguing Henry de Bromhead’s record and a recent solid mark make it a serious contender.

With betting markets already swirling around the Mullins runner and a host of outsiders, punters face a crowded board where form on the Mildmay course may outweigh outright speed. The diverse selections underscore how the National’s unique stamina test continues to reward versatile horses, setting up a showdown that could reshape next season’s handicap strategies.

Television coverage will stream live on the At The Races YouTube channel, giving fans a front‑row view of the drama at Aintree. As the field narrows in the final weeks, every trainer will tweak preparations, knowing a single slip can turn a potential triumph into a costly fall. The 2026 edition promises tightly contested racing.