Grand National 2025 odds: guide on runners that have the best potential

The Grand National is still one of the biggest events in British sport, drawing in fans from all over the world to watch what’s often called “the greatest steeplechase on the planet.”

It’s been around since 1839, and over the years, it’s earned a reputation as not just the most iconic race in the United Kingdom, but also one of the toughest endurance challenges in horse racing.

So, who are the favorites and what are the latest odds for the 2025 Grand National? If you’re picking a horse, our quick guide makes it easy.

Who are the runners in the 2025 Grand National and what are the odds?

A maximum of 34 horses will line up at Aintree Racecourse in Liverpool, England, on Saturday, April 5 for this year’s Grand National, and the full list of entries and those all-important handicap weights is now out.

At the five-day confirmation stage, six horses were withdrawn. That includes four that were guaranteed a spot in the race: L’Homme Presse, Capodanno, Velvet Elvis, and Minella Drama.

Fontaine Collonges and Quick Wave are also out of the running.

We’ll know the final field after the two-day declaration stage on Thursday (Apr. 3) morning, so stay tuned for that.

Unfortunately, Mr Incredible was ruled out even before those confirmations were made. The British Horseracing Authority stepped in and banned him from running, pointing to the fact that he hasn’t completed a race since March last year, pulling up or refusing to race in his last four starts.

Last year’s champion, I Am Maximus, is back to defend his title, but he’s got some serious competition. Leading the charge is Stumptown, trained by Gavin Cromwell.

He’s already being tipped as an early favorite and even held his own at Cheltenham.

Without further ado, using OddsChecker, here’s the odds for the 2025 Grand National so far.

Top odds at the 2025 Grand National Stumptown

Odds: 9/1
Trainer: Gavin Cromwell
Jockey: Keith Donoghue
Weight: 11st 2lb

He’s thriving over cross-country, winning four in a row, even carrying top weight at Cheltenham. The Grand National should suit him perfectly, and he might be Gavin Cromwell’s best shot.

Iroko

Odds: 9/1
Trainer: Oliver Greenall and Josh Guerriero
Jockey: Jonjo O’Neill Jr
Weight: 10st 11lb

Iroko looks built for the modern Grand National. A Cheltenham Festival winner with Grade 1 chase form, he’s still improving and has been trained specifically for this race. After a strong prep run at Kelso, he could be well-handicapped off a mark of 152 and ready to shine.

Hewick

Odds: 11/1
Trainer: Shark Hanlon
Jockey: Gavin Sheehan
Weight: 11st 7lb

Bought for just £800 ($1,031), he’s a fan favorite who’s won the King George, a US Grand National, and more. In great form, loves good ground, and always gives his all.

I Am Maximus

Odds: 11/1
Trainer: Willie Mullins
Jockey: Paul Townend
Weight: 11st 12lb

Last year’s easy winner, he’s had two runs behind Galopin Des Champs this season. Skipped the Bobbyjo due to a respiratory issue, but there’s time to bounce back. He’s still in the running.

Vanillier

Odds: 11/1
Trainer: Gavin Cromwell
Jockey: Not known yet
Weight: 10st 6lb

He was a gutsy second to Corach Rambler in 2023 but only managed 14th last year. Now trying his hand at cross-country, he’s in better form this time. Don’t rule him out just yet.

Perceval Legallois

Odds: 12/1
Trainer: Gavin Cromwell
Jockey: Not known yet
Weight: 10st 12lb

He’s got a strong profile having had back-to-back wins at Leopardstown, including a big Christmas handicap. They’ve been running him over hurdles to mind his chase mark. One to keep an eye on.

Intense Raffles

Odds: 14/1
Trainer: Tom Gibney
Jockey: JJ Slevin
Weight: 10st 10lb

The talented grey made a big splash winning the Irish National and has been cleverly campaigned since. He looked sharp in the Bobbyjo Chase and could be a major player at Aintree.

Minella Cocooner

Odds: 14/1
Trainer: Willie Mullins
Jockey: Jonathan Burke
Weight: 11st 2lb

Third in last year’s Irish National and a Bet365 Gold Cup winner, he stays all day. He has faced tough company lately, including Galopin Des Champs. A return to a big handicap could suit.

Hyland

Odds: 22/1
Trainer: Nicky Henderson
Jockey: Nico De Boinville
Weight: 10st 6lb

A strong-jumping grey who prefers good ground. Still a novice, but improving. He was a solid second at Kempton despite some rain and could hit form now as the race suits up-and-comers.

Meetingofthewaters

Odds: 22/1
Trainer: Willie Mullins
Jockey: Not known yet
Weight: 10st 7lb

Ran well to the last in last year’s race before fading to seventh, which suggests possible stamina issues. He has lightly campaigned since, with a quiet run over fences after a hurdles prep.

Kandoo Kid

Odds: 22/1
Trainer: Paul Nicholls
Jockey: Harry Cobden
Weight: 10st 11lb

Classy, lightly raced winner of the Coral Gold Trophy. Strong Topham third over an inadequate trip. Nicely weighted, prepped quietly at Newbury, and looks like the standout among Paul Nicholls’ entries.

Full list of 2025 Grand National entries

​The 2025 Randox Grand National Handicap Chase is scheduled for Saturday, April 5, at 4 pm BST (11 am EST / 8 am PT) at Aintree Racecourse.

The steeplechase covers a distance of 4 miles, 2 furlongs, and 74 yards. The race has a maximum field of 34 runners, each assigned specific handicap weights to level the playing field.​

They have been designated here by horse, breeding, age, weight, and trainer.

1. I Am Maximus (FR) 9 11-12 Willie Mullins IRE
2. Royale Pagaille (FR) 11 11-9 Venetia Williams
3. Nick Rockett (IRE) 8 11-8 Willie Mullins IRE
4. Grangeclare West (IRE) 9 11-8 Willie Mullins IRE
5. Hewick (IRE) 10 11-7 Tara Lee Cogan IRE
6. Minella Indo (IRE) 12 11-3 Henry de Bromhead IRE
7. Appreciate It (IRE) 11 11-2 Willie Mullins IRE
8. Minella Cocooner (IRE) 9 11-2 Willie Mullins IRE
9. Conflated (IRE) 11 11-2 Gordon Elliott IRE
10. Stumptown (IRE) 8 11-2 Gavin Cromwell IRE
11. Hitman (FR) 9 11-1 Paul Nicholls
12. Beauport (IRE) 9 11-1 Nigel Twiston-Davies
13. Bravemansgame (FR) 10 11 0 Paul Nicholls
14. Chantry House (IRE) 11 10 13 Nicky Henderson
15. Threeunderthrufive (IRE) 10 10-12 Paul Nicholls
16. Perceval Legallois (FR) 8 10-12 Gavin Cromwell IRE
17. Kandoo Kid (FR) 9 10 11 Paul Nicholls
18. Iroko (FR) 7 10 11 Oliver Greenall & Josh Guerriero
19. Intense Raffles (FR) 7 10-10 Tom Gibney IRE
20. Senior Chief (GB) 8 10-10 Henry de Bromhead IRE
21. Idas Boy (IRE) 11 10 10 Richard Phillips
22. Fil Dor (FR) 7 10-9 Gordon Elliott IRE
23. Broadway Boy (IRE) 7 10-9 Nigel Twiston-Davies
24. Coko Beach (FR) 10 10-9 Gordon Elliott IRE
25. Farouk d’Alene (FR) 10 10-9 Gary Brown
26. Stay Away Fay (IRE) 8 10-9 Paul Nicholls
27. Meetingofthewaters (IRE) 8 10-7 Willie Mullins IRE
28. Monbeg Genius (IRE) 9 10-6 Jonjo & AJ O’Neill
29. Vanillier (FR) 10 10-6 Gavin Cromwell IRE

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UPDATED: Odds have been updated on April 2, 2025.

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