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Scottish Grand National Betting

Scottish Grand National BettingIt is well known that the Grand National is one of the biggest days in the betting calendar but did you also know that there is a Scottish equivalent? The range of Scottish Grand National betting opportunities matches the betting that is available for the major Grand National and there is a lot of excitement about the event. It is understandable that the event is of a slightly lower nature than the English counterpart but there is no getting away from the fact that the Scottish Grand National is a big deal with respect to horse racing.

Thanks to the wide range of online bookmakers and betting shops, there is no need to be in Scotland to place bets on this race. It can be good to be in Ayr and experience the excitement of Scottish Grand National betting at first hand but if you love horse racing, there is often great value to be had. This means that the race is popular all across Scotland, the UK and beyond. With so many great horses competing for the prestigious title, it can be hard to pick out a winner.

Last Updated: April 16, 2024
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Latest Scottish Grand National Winners
Year Winning Horse Jockey Trainer
2013 Godsmejudge Wayne Hutchinson Alan King
2012 Merigo Timmy Murphy Andrew Parker
2011 Beshabar Richard Johnson Tim Vaughan
2010 Merigo Timmy Murphy Andrew Parker
2009 Hello Bud Paddy Brennan Nigel Twiston-Davies
Scottish Grand National Races & Wager

Scottish Grand National BettingThe race dates back to 1867 when it was first run in Irvine and it has been known by its current title since 1881. This indicates the level of prestige that the event is held in and it is a major fixture on the UK horse racing calendar. There is no getting away from the fact that this race is one that owners love to win and it can be a momentous occasion for owners, trainers, jockeys and of course, the horses.

Scottish Grand National betting provides winning chances

The Scottish Grand National has been held in Ayr every year since 1966 and the Ayr Racecourse is possibly the most famous race course in Scotland. There is a lot of competition for this title but there are so many great races held at this course and there have been so many memories over the years that it is inevitable that people think of this course when they think of Scottish horse racing.

Red Rum is a famous winner

In the history of the Scottish Grand National, there has only been horse that has won both the Grand National and the Scottish Grand National in the same year. This was the famous Red Rum which managed this achievement back in 1974. There would have been a great number of bets placed on this horse at the time and it was good to see a favourite romp home.

All of the standard horse racing bets can be placed on this event today, making it a natural choice for beginners and experts alike. The full range of Scottish Grand National betting opportunities means that this race offers something for everyone. With online betting opportunities available, everyone can enjoy the betting action.

More Scottish Grand National information:


Location: Ayr, Scotland
Address: 2 Whitletts Rd, Ayr, KA8 0JE United Kingdom (see map)
Phone: +1 292 264179
When: Held on each year in April
Race Type: Chase
Distance: 4m 1/2f (6,538 metres)
Website: http://www.ayr-racecourse.co.uk/