Grand National

Willie Mullins Runners In The 2026 Garand National: Closutton Master Bids For More Aintree Glory

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| BY Alex McMahon

Willie Mullins is hunting a third successive victory in the Grand National and William Hill News have assessed the chances of all 10 of his confirmed runners ahead of Saturday’s big race at Aintree.

The Closutton trainer has had the winner in each of the last two years, with I Am Maximus first past the post in 2024 before Nick Rockett, piloted by Willie’s son Patrick, gave connections a famous success in last year’s race.

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Mullins is mob-handed once again for the Aintree feature, and punters will be keen to back one of the Closutton raiders. But which Willie Mullins-trained horse has the best chance of Grand National glory in 2026? We look through his chances.

Willie Mullins Grand National Odds:

Here are the current prices for Willie Mullins’ Grand National confirmed runners ahead of Saturday’s big race:

I Am Maximus – 7/1
Grangeclare West – 10/1
Nick Rockett – 14/1
Captain Cody – 16/1
Quai De Bourbon – 33/1
Lecky Watson – 40/1
Spanish Harlem – 50/1
High Class Hero – 66/1
Champ Kiely – 80/1
Shanbally Kid – 100/1

It is important to note that declarations for the 2026 Grand National will take place on Wednesday 8th April, so Willie Mullins may not have all 10 declared in Saturday’s feature at Aintree. Follow the latest declarations and National news at William Hill.