Grand National 2022: All the latest updates from Aintree as the Randox Grand National returns

Grand National day has arrived and the sun is shining down on Aintree Racecourse as 50,000 race-goers get set to descend on the third day of the festival.

It’s the big one, the Grand National Day on Saturday, and there’ll be a sell-out crowd to make sure it’s incredible.

If you’re coming, the gates open a bit earlier than on previous days – at 10am – so get here early and give yourself loads of time to make the most of the atmosphere at the world’s greatest racing event.

Don’t forget, Merseyrail has increased the train service between the city centre and Aintree, so they’re now running every 10 minutes and it’s definitely the least-hassle way to get to and from the course. 

The first race is at 1.45pm and the last one is 6.20pm, but it’s the National itself at 5.15pm which will have millions of people watching from all around the globe.

Will Rachael Blackmore, who made history as the first woman to ride to victory last year, be able to do the double on Minella Times?

The punters are loving her, and they’re really getting their money behind the grey Snow Leopardess who’s got a classic Aintree fairytale backstory, but as anyone who’s bet on the race in the past knows, the National is always anyone’s race.

And honestly, when you’re heading back into town with your flip-flops on after an amazing day, it feels like everyone – including our city – has been a massive winner.

Scroll down this live feed throughout the day for regular updates and to watch our coverage of the Randox Grand National 2022

Our highlights of the Randox Grand National 2022

Jay, Gem and Pete sign off from the Randox Grand National 2022

What an incredible three days Liverpool. Over 150,000 people, 21 breath-taking races, more fashion and style than ever before and one incredible racecourse well and truly back open for business. Jay, Gem & Pete sign off from the Grand National 2022.

Noble Yeats wins the Grand National!

HIS. LAST. EVER. RIDE. 😮

Sam Waley Cohen wins the @RandoxHealth Grand National on NOBLE YEATS! #RandoxGrandNational pic.twitter.com/uYAMvjjCnK

— Aintree Racecourse (@AintreeRaces) April 9, 2022

Are you ready for the big race? HERE WE GO!

The honorary 41st runner in the Randox Health Grand National is Betty Batt!

The honorary 41st runner in the @RandoxHealth Grand National is Betty Batt 🙌#RandoxGrandNational pic.twitter.com/VQ8l8PkvNI

— Aintree Racecourse (@AintreeRaces) April 9, 2022

Sam Brown wins the 4:15 BetWay Handicap Chase

That is a HUGE performance!

SAM BROWN supremely impressive @betway Handicap Chase 💯#RandoxGrandNational pic.twitter.com/1QIDsppYj1

— Aintree Racecourse (@AintreeRaces) April 9, 2022

Pete and Jay chat with Chef Paul Askew at Aintree Racecourse

The Art School Restaurant at Aintree Racecourse has been a huge success for its inaugural year on site. Pete & Jay are with Chef Paul Askew and Pete has found the free champers!

We speak to more racegoers ahead of the Grand National race

We speak to more racegoers at Aintree Racecourse ahead of the Randox Grand National 2022 race at 5:15pm. There’s birthday wishes, Pete telling people off and of course, more lovely outfits!

Sire Du Berlais wins the 3:35pm Liverpool Hurdle

Mark Walsh 🔥

SIRE DU BERLAIS gives Walsh his second win of the day getting the better of FLOORING PORTER in the @jrlgroup Liverpool Hurdle.#RandoxGrandNational pic.twitter.com/XdkzCBBawX

— Aintree Racecourse (@AintreeRaces) April 9, 2022

Jay catches up with Laura Wright, who will sing the National Anthem before the big race

It’s down to soprano, Laura Wright to officially launch today’s Grand National 2022, singing the National Anthem before the big race.

Gentleman De Mee wins the Maghull Novices' Chase

What a guy! 🤙

GENTLEMAN DE MEE beats odds-on favourite EDWARDSTONE to win the @Poundland Maghull Novices' Chase in style.#RandoxGrandNational pic.twitter.com/waa9hIDH2B

— Aintree Racecourse (@AintreeRaces) April 9, 2022

Gem meets the honorary 41st runner in the Randox Grand National 2022

Four year old @AlderHey patient Betty, who was born weighing just 650 grams, has been named as the honorary 41st runner in the Randox #GrandNational2022. Gem is with her and her family on the Parade Ring 💙

More of what's happening today
👉 https://t.co/BH9uE7uTlu pic.twitter.com/bEP3SMQnXQ

— The Guide Liverpool 🌇 (@TheGuideLpool) April 9, 2022

Three Stripe Life wins the 2:25pm Novices'Chase

👏 A brilliant performance from Three Stripe Life who powers to victory in the Betway Mersey Novices' Hurdle for @_Davy_Russel_ & @gelliott_racing

After three successive runner-up efforts in G1 company, he enjoys his day in the sun at @AintreeRaces #RandoxGrandNational pic.twitter.com/2p0t97XQNl

— Racing TV (@RacingTV) April 9, 2022

Pete Price is speaking to people at Aintree Racecourse

You give Pete Price a camera Aintree Racecourse and just let him loose. Watch as he chats to the crowds at the Randox Grand National 2022.

Party Business wins the 1:45pm Handicap Hurdle

The Party is underway on #RandoxGrandNational day!

PARTY BUSINESS wins the EFT Construction Handicap for @charliet0dd and @ianwilliamsraci 🎉 pic.twitter.com/BGHZHioeFR

— Aintree Racecourse (@AintreeRaces) April 9, 2022

Gem is back out at Aintree Racecourse checking out some of the fashion on display

Pete Price is having a look at the Grand National Trophy

Watch as @PeteCityPrice gets up close and personal with the Grand National Trophy. 🏆

Who have you got on to win the big prize later today? #GrandNational2022

Follow all the action here
👉 https://t.co/BH9uE7uTlu pic.twitter.com/VAvm9SBiJY

— The Guide Liverpool 🌇 (@TheGuideLpool) April 9, 2022

How do you think the Grand National will go today?

Will the #RandoxGrandNational get a finish like this one?!

The CLOSEST National, ever… 🤩 pic.twitter.com/hGCRUdEv9v

— Aintree Racecourse (@AintreeRaces) April 9, 2022

Shinners from SkyBet has some tips for today's racing

Need some horse tips for today? Or just advice on how to choose your horse? There's one man who can help you out.

Take it away @SkyBetShinners 🐎 #GrandNational2022

Get all the latest from @AintreeRaces here
👉 https://t.co/BH9uE7vrb2 pic.twitter.com/hfqwZWNOaM

— The Guide Liverpool 🌇 (@TheGuideLpool) April 9, 2022

Randox Grand National day three has arrived and Gem, Jay and Pete are ready to bring you all the action throughout the day

The big day is here and the world is watching as over 50,000 race goers descend on Aintree Racecourse. Gem, Jay and Pete are on course with all the build up to the Grand National 2022.

Pete Price is races ready!

Well that’s a good start @TheGuideLpool @AintreeRaces pic.twitter.com/MfLGm5tFDE

— Pete Price (@PeteCityPrice) April 9, 2022

Merseyrail gets set to welcome thousands of passengers with trains every 10 minutes to Aintree

Good morning Merseyside!

We're gearing up for another busy day today for the Grand National 😍🐎

Have a fantastic day and let me know if you need any assistance with your journey! ^NC pic.twitter.com/j9rpSCAoGt

— Merseyrail (@merseyrail) April 9, 2022

Watch our highlights from Ladies Day 2022 at Aintree

After two years away, the crowds came back in their thousands for a sun-soaked Ladies Day at Aintree and, as always, the fashion was glam and gorgeous

Weather for Grand National Day