Nick Rockett Triumphs in Grand National, Completing Emotional Sweep for Mullins Family
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Nick Rockett, ridden by Patrick Mullins, clinched victory at the Grand National at Aintree, marking an emotional win for the Mullins family. Trained by Patrick's father, Willie Mullins, the horse led a 1-2-3 finish for the trainer, with I Am Maximus and Grangeclare West placing second and third respectively. The victory was especially poignant as Nick Rockett was owned by Stewart Andrew and his late wife Sadie, who passed away in 2022. The race also saw new safety measures in place, with a reduced field size.
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Nick Rockett, a 33-1 outsider, won the Grand National at Aintree, ridden by Patrick Mullins.
The top three finishers were all trained by Willie Mullins, marking a significant achievement for the trainer.
The victory was emotionally charged as the horse was owned by Stewart Andrew and his late wife Sadie, who died in 2022.
Last year's winner, I Am Maximus, finished second, and Grangeclare West came third.
New safety measures were implemented for the race, including a reduced field size to 34 runners.
