Grand National Video & Archive (1960-1969)

1960-1969 Grand National Video Replay Archive

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🏳 1960 Aintree Grand National Replay

Winner: Merryman II (13/2F) 2nd: Badanloch (100/7) 3rd: Clear Profit (20/1) 4th: Tea Fiend (33/1)


1960 Grand National Wikipedia Page

◢ The 1960 Grand National was won by Merryman II at 13/2fav, guided by trainer Neville Franklin Crump and steered home by jockey Gerry Scott. The duo powered home by 15 lengths in 9 minutes 52 seconds on good ground to kick off the decade in style. Badanloch took second at 100/7, overseen by trainer George R Owen and ridden by Stan Mellor.

Clear Profit claimed third at 20/1, trained by R Newton and taking the reins was jockey Jumbo Wilkinson, while Tea Fiend finished fourth at 33/1, also trained by George R Owen and piloted by Gerry Madden.

From 36 starters, only eight crossed the finish line, a testament to the race’s punishing nature. Merryman II’s victory marked Neville Crump’s second National win, having previously triumphed in 1952 with Teal, showcasing his knack for preparing horses for Aintree’s brutal test.


🏳 1961 Aintree Grand National Replay

Winner: Nicolaus Silver (28/1) 2nd: Merryman II (8/1) 3rd: O'Malley Point (100/6) 4th: Scottish Flight II (100/6)


1961 Grand National Wikipedia Page

◢ In 1961, Nicolaus Silver clinched victory at 28/1, guided by trainer Thomas Frederic Rimell, ridden jockey Bobby Beasley. The grey stormed home by 20 lengths in 9 minutes 47 seconds on firm ground, a rare feat at Aintree. Merryman II took second at 8/1, overseen by trainer Neville Franklin Crump and ridden by jockey Derek Ancil after his 1960 triumph.

O’Malley Point nabbed third at 100/6, marshalled by trainer William Arthur Stephenson and up top was Paddy Farrell, while Scottish Flight II finished fourth at 100/6, trained by Peter Victor Ferdinand Cazalet and ridden by Bill Rees.

Of 35 starters, just 12 finished the grueling course. Nicolaus Silver’s win was a standout moment, marking him as only the second grey to claim the National after The Lamb in 1868, with Beasley’s bold ride and Rimell’s training nous shining through.


🏳 1962 Aintree Grand National Replay

Winner: Kilmore (28/1) 2nd: Wyndburgh (45/1) 3rd: Mr What (22/1) 4th: Gay Navaree (100/1)


1962 Grand National Wikipedia Page

◢ The 1962 Grand National saw Kilmore triumph at 28/1, ably guided by trainer Henry Ryan Price and ridden by jockey Fred Winter. The pair surged to a 10-length win in 9 minutes 51 seconds on good going, outpacing a strong field. Wyndburgh took second at 45/1, trained by James Kenneth Murray Oliver and ridden by Tommy Barnes.

Mr What secured third at 22/1, for little known trainer R Ward and jockey Johnny Lehane, while Gay Navaree, a 100/1 outsider, finished fourth, trained by R Hoey and steered home by Tony Cameron [ 1 ].

From 32 starters, 17 made it to the finish, a higher completion rate than usual for Aintree’s demanding course. Kilmore’s triumph was a feather in Fred Winter’s cap, who later became a legendary trainer, while Price’s preparation proved spot-on for the big day.


🏳 1963 Aintree Grand National Replay

Winner: Ayala (66/1) 2nd: Carrickbeg (20/1) 3rd: Hawa's Song (28/1) 4th: Team Spirit (13/1)


1963 Grand National Wikipedia Page

◢ In 1963, Ayala stunned the field at 66/1 for trainer Keith Piggott with jockey Pat Buckley for company. The longshot edged home by half a length in 9 minutes 35 seconds on firm ground, defying the odds. Carrickbeg ~ 2nd at 20/1 ~ was trained by Don ButchersDon Butchers trained his horses at Lewes, moving to Priam Lodge in 1956. He trained Saffron Tartan to win the 1960 King George VI Chase and the 1961 Cheltenham Gold Cup. In 1962, he trained Carrickbeg to win the Kim Muir Memorial Chase at Cheltenham and a 2nd spot in the 63 Grand National. He later moved to East Garston, but gave up his racing career late in 1963. He died from a heart attack in 1967. and in the saddle was jockey John Lawrence aka Lord Oaksey.

Hawa’s Song claimed third at 28/1, marshalled by trainer William Arthur Stephenson and taking the reins was Paddy Broderick, while Team Spirit finished fourth at 13/1, trained by Fulke T Walwyn and ridden by Willie Robinson.

Of 47 starters, the largest field of the decade ~ only 18 finished. Ayala’s victory was a shock, with Piggott’s training and Buckley’s daring ride turning an outsider into a National hero, setting the stage for Team Spirit’s later success in 1964.


🏳 1964 Aintree Grand National Replay

Winner: Team Spirit (18/1) 2nd: Purple Silk (100/6) 3rd: Peacetown (40/1) 4th: Eternal (66/1)


1964 Grand National Wikipedia Page

◢ The 1964 Grand National was won by Team Spirit at 18/1, guided by trainer Fulke T Walwyn and jockey Willie Robinson. After a fourth in 1963, they prevailed by half a length in 9 minutes 58 seconds on good ground. Purple Silk took second at 100/6, trained by G M Vergette and ridden by John Kenneally.

Peacetown secured third at 40/1, marshalled by trainer George R Owen and taking the reins was Roy Edwards, while Eternal, a 66/1 shot, finished fourth, trained by R F Palmer and ridden by Steve Davenport.

From 33 starters, just 15 finished the race. Team Spirit’s victory was a redemption story, with Walwyn’s persistence and Robinson’s skill turning a near-miss into a National triumph, cementing their reputations at Aintree.


🏳 1965 Aintree Grand National Replay

Winner: Jay Trump (100/6) 2nd: Freddie (7/2F) 3rd: Mr Jones (50/1) 4th: Rainbow Battle (50/1)


1965 Grand National Wikipedia Page

◢ In 1965, Jay Trump triumphed at 100/6, guided by trainer Frederick Thomas Winter and in the saddle was jockey Tommy Smith. The American-bred horse dominated by 15 lengths in 9 minutes 30 seconds on firm ground, a transatlantic feat. Freddie, the 7/2 favourite, took second for trainer R Tweedie and jockey Pat McCarron.

Mr Jones nabbed third at 50/1, trained by William Arthur Stephenson and ridden by Chris Collins, while Rainbow Battle finished fourth at 50/1, guided by trainer C Bewicke and ridden by George Milburn.

Of 47 starters, 15 completed the course. Jay Trump’s victory marked the first American-trained winner of the National, with Winter’s expertise and Smith’s ride proving a winning combo, setting a high bar for the decade.


🏳 1966 Aintree Grand National Replay

Winner: Anglo (50/1) 2nd: Freddie (11/4F) 3rd: Forest Prince (100/7) 4th: The Fossa (20/1)


1966 Grand National Wikipedia Page

◢ The 1966 Grand National went to Anglo at 50/1, trained by Frederick Thomas Winter and ridden by jockey Tim Norman. The outsider romped home by 20 lengths in 9 minutes 52 seconds on good ground, a commanding run. Freddie, the 11/4 favourite, took second, overseen by trainer R Tweedie and in the saddle was Pat McCarron.

Forest Prince claimed third at 100/7, trained by Neville Franklin Crump and ridden by Gerry Scott, while The Fossa finished fourth at 20/1, looked after by trainer Thomas Frederic Rimell and Terry Biddlecombe the rider.

From 47 starters, only 14 finished the punishing course. Anglo’s win gave Fred Winter back-to-back National victories as a trainer, following Jay Trump in 1965, underlining his growing dominance in the sport.


🏳 1967 Aintree Grand National Replay

Winner: Foinavon (100/1) 2nd: Honey End (15/2) 3rd: Red Alligator (30/1) 4th: Greek Scholar (20/1)


1967 Grand National Wikipedia Page Foinavon broke all records with a Tote return of 444/1.

◢ The 1967 Grand National became legendary as Foinavon won at 100/1, for trainer John Henry Kempton and cooler than a fan in the hotseat was jockey John Buckingham. A pile-up at the 23rd fence, caused by Popham Down (video replay), left them to stroll home by 15 lengths in 9 minutes 49 seconds on good ground.

Foinavon’s first owner was Anne Grosvenor, Duchess of Westminster, who also owned the juggernaut Arkle. He was sold after three chase wins in Ireland due to alleged poor jumping, Foinavon joined forces with Kempton, who trained him over small fences for this improbable triumph.

Honey End, the 15/2 favourite, took second, overseen by trainer Henry Ryan Price and ridden by Josh Gifford. Red Alligator claimed third at 30/1, for trainer Denys Smith and was ridden by Brian Fletcher, while Greek Scholar finished fourth at 20/1, marshalled by trainer Denys Smith and jockey Terry Biddlecombe respectively.

Of 44 starters, only 18 finished after the chaotic fence incident, now named Foinavon’s Fence. The improbable victory turned Foinavon into an Aintree folk hero, with Buckingham’s cool head and Kempton’s faith in the outsider paying off spectacularly.

#historical betting note◢ Tote Returns Record⏵ Not only was the race a crazy one due to the pile up ~ Foinavon was a 500/1 shot the day before the race ~ backed down to 100/1 on the day ~ then returned 441/1 on the Tote!


🏳 1968 Aintree Grand National Replay

Winner: Red Alligator (100/7) 2nd: Moidore’s Token (100/6) 3rd: Different Class (17/2) 4th: Rutherfords (100/9)


1968 Grand National Wikipedia Page

◢ In 1968, Red Alligator prevailed at 100/7, guided by trainer Denys Smith and jockey Brian Fletcher. After a third in 1967, they romped home by 20 lengths in 9 minutes 28 seconds on good ground. Moidore’s Token took second at 100/6, overseen by trainer James Kenneth Murray Oliver and jockey Barry Brogan.

Different Class, the 17/2 favourite, settled for third, marshalled by trainer Peter Victor Ferdinand Cazalet and ridden home by David Mould, while Rutherfords finished fourth at 100/9, trained by Neville Franklin Crump and steered by Pat Buckley.

Of 45 starters, only 17 completed the 68 national course. Red Alligator’s victory was a breakout moment for Brian Fletcher, who’d later ride Red Rum to glory, while Denys Smith’s training turned a solid contender into a National champion.


🏳 1969 Aintree Grand National Replay

Winner: Highland Wedding (100/9) 2nd: Steel Bridge (50/1) 3rd: Rondetto (25/1) 4th: The Beeches (100/6)


1969 Grand National Wikipedia Page

◢ The 1969 Grand National was won by Highland Wedding at 100/9, guided by trainer G B ‘Toby’ Balding and jockey Eddie Harty. They surged to a 12l victory in 9 minutes 31 seconds on good ground, closing the decade strong. Steel Bridge took second at 50/1, overseen by "trainer" [ R A Lockhart-SmithBarbara Lockhart-Smith ~ To many Barbara's name won't mean anything, but the best way to sum her up is that she was the archtypal formidable, fearsome and redoubtable female trainer long before anyone had ever heard of Jenny Pitman;

Those familiar with her name will doubtless recall her charges Steel Bridge (second under Richard Pitman to Highland Wedding in the 1969 Grand National) and Sartorius (fourth under Terry Biddlecombe to Arkle in the 1966 Cheltenham Gold Cup), although of course those horses were at the time (because women were not then allowed to hold training licenses) officially trained by her long-suffering husband Lt-Commander R. A. Lockhart-Smith, RN, who must have made the most unlikely trainer ever, having apparently no interest in, or knowledge of, horses, or racing whatsoever.

# Source: Stable Life Blog ~ "this country" # ] and ridden by Richard Pitman.

Rondetto claimed third at 25/1, trained Bob Turnell and ridden Jeff King, while The Beeches finished fourth at 100/6, also for Bob Turnell and steered by Bill Rees.

From 30 starters, only 14 crossed the line, with the fences still proving a stern test. Highland Wedding’s victory was Toby Balding’s first National success, a milestone for the young trainer, while Harty’s ride showcased his rising star at Aintree.

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