This is an account of the stars - both equine and human - who have given the world's greatest steeplechase, the Grand National, its huge appeal. From Lottery's win in the first race in 1839 to the present day there have been great stories associated with the race. Who was Captain Becher whose name lives on in Becher's Brook? Just what happened to Dick Francis and Devon Loch in the closing stages of the 1956 race? What was the secret behind Red Rum and Ginger McCain's incredible three National wins? How did Bob Champion and ...
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This is an account of the stars - both equine and human - who have given the world's greatest steeplechase, the Grand National, its huge appeal. From Lottery's win in the first race in 1839 to the present day there have been great stories associated with the race. Who was Captain Becher whose name lives on in Becher's Brook? Just what happened to Dick Francis and Devon Loch in the closing stages of the 1956 race? What was the secret behind Red Rum and Ginger McCain's incredible three National wins? How did Bob Champion and Aldaniti bring off one of the most emotional finishes in the history of the race?
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