Location Aintree Winning horse Lucius Trainer Gordon W. Richards | Date 1 April 1978 Jockey Bob Davies Owner Fiona Whitaker | |
The 1978 Grand National was the 132nd renewal of the world-famous Grand National horse race that took place at Aintree near Liverpool, England, on 1 April 1978. In a close finish between the leading five horses, the winner was Lucius, by about half a length.
Three times winner Red Rum was declared out of the race due to injury, but was allowed to lead the post parade.
Non-finishers
Media Coverage and Aftermath
Unfortunately, the 1976 winner Rag Trade pulled up lame before the 22nd fence and was later euthanized.
References
1978 Grand National Wikipedia(Text) CC BY-SA