The 2023 Grand National – the world’s most prestigious National Hunt steeplechase – returns to Aintree on ITV And ITVX this Saturday, April 15. Isn’t that a shame is a firm favourite, but will face a tough test of 39 other horses, including last year’s winner Noble Yeats and former Tiger Roll stablemate Delta work.
The hunt for fame and fortune is on, but who will be the first to cross the post? Here’s how to watch a free Grand National live stream from anywhere.
Free Grand National live stream
- Date: Saturday April 15, 2023
- Start time: 5.15pm BST / 12:15 p.m. ET
- Racetrack: Aintree
- TV channel: ITV/ITV Racing
- FREE live stream: ITVX
- Watch ITVX anywhere with ExpressVPN (opens in new tab)
- Chances: Isn’t that a shame 8/1; Corach Hiker 9/1; Delta work 10/1
ITV broadcast schedule
All times BST (subtract five hours for ET)
- 1:45 p.m – Steeple Chase for Beginners from EFT Systems Maghull | Free on ITVX
- 2:25 pm – Village Hotels Handicap Obstacle | Free on ITVX
- 3 p.m – Turners Mersey beginners hurdle | Free on ITVX
- 3:35 pm – JRL Group Liverpool Hurdle | Free on ITVX
- 4:15 p.m – William Hill Freebooter Handicap Steeple Pursuit | Free on ITVX
- 5:15 p.m – RANDOX GRAND NATIONAL Steep Pursuit | Free on ITVX
Who is expected to win the 2023 Grand National?
Isn’t that a shame, ridden by female jockey Rachael Blackmore, is the heavy favorite to win the 2023 Grand National. Other notable front runners include Corach Rambler, Delta Work, Noble Years, Gaillard Du Mesnil and Mr Incredible.
What is the Grand National Weather?
Punters can expect cloudy, 71% humidity and wind speeds of 6 mph. Temperatures are predicted to rise from 6°C to 12°C at the start of the Grand National Race at 5.15pm.
What is going on?
According to the latest information from the Jockey Club, track conditions are for the National good to soft but this is regularly tested and reassessed.
2023 Grand National Course Map – Aintree Gates
Grand National facts and figures
This year the 50th birthday of Red Rum’s first of three Grand National wins, earning him a place in the record books and the hearts of race bettors.
Every year, it is believed 250,000 pints of beer, 38,000 shots and 5,000 cocktails are consumed at the Grand National. And don’t forget 75,000 cups of tea & coffee!
The Grand National is one of the richest horse races in the world. This year’s total prize money exceeds £1 million; £561,300 of which goes to the winner.
More than 500 million TV viewers across 140 counties are expected to watch the 2023 Grand National live streams and linear broadcasts.
An estimated £300 million is being wagered on the 2023 Grand National. But just remember that before you plunder your piggy bank 60 percent of the field are expected to make it to the final furlong.