Grand National Ante Post Betting Odds & Tips 2024
If you’ve got an early Aintree hunch, betting sites allow you to bet on the Grand National throughout the year. Check out our Grand National ante-post betting guide, which provides helpful advice to get the most value when placing your Aintree wager.
I Am Maximus, who was one of the joint favourites for the 2024 Grand National, ended up winning the race. The 8 year old horse, trained by Willie Mullins, ended up beating runner-up Delta Work by a decent distance.
2025 Grand National betting odds
Below are the major contenders, their current Grand National ante-post betting odds, and the percentage probability of each horse winning the famous race.
| Grand National favourites 2024 | Grand National odds | Chance of Winning |
|---|---|---|
| I Am Maximus | 16/1F | 5.9% |
| Corbetts Cross | 25/1 | 3.8% |
| Montys Star | 25/1 | 3.8% |
| Intense Raffles | 25/1 | 3.8% |
| Gallard Du Mesnil | 25/1 | 3.8% |
| Kitty’s Light | 33/1 | 2.9% |
| Corach Rambler | 33/1 | 2.9% |
| Minella Indo | 33/1 | 2.9% |
| Delta Work | 33/1 | 2.9% |
| Macdermott | 33/1 | 2.9% |
| Chianti Classico | 33/1 | 2.9% |
Odds correct at 2pm on 23rd Aug 2024
What are the odds on the Grand National?
The average odds of a winning Grand National horse are around 20/1. 23 of the last 30 Grand National winners won at double-figure odds. One For Arthur in 2017, Tiger Roll in 2019 and I Am Maximus are the only single-figure odds Grand National winners in the last 15 years.
For a long time, racing fans assumed horses carrying over 11st couldn’t win the year’s biggest jumps race. However, this trend is showing signs of reversal in recent years. Many Clouds carried the monster weight of 11st 9lb to victory in 2015. We’ve actually seen seven Grand National winners carry 11st or more in weight since 2009.
Grand National ante post betting tips & predictions
Remember, Grand National 2025 ante post odds are always subject to change as certain horses might not run, jockeys could make unexpected decisions over their preferred rides, and the conditions at Aintree ground will suit some horses more than others.
I Am Maximus is the current 2025 Grand National favourite, and this is no shock after the horse won the 2024 Grand National and also the 2023 Irish Grand National. The 7 year old is trained by Willie Mullins and we be hoping to join a very small list of horses who have won the prestigious race back-to-back.
Whichever tips you decide to follow, be sure to take advantage of the best Grand National betting offers. Some of the best offers give free bet rewards, providing more value for your money and enhancing your whole Grand National betting experience.
Here are some more details about the runners leading the ante post betting for the 2025 Grand National:
I Am Maximus
- Age: 8
- Trainer: Willie Mullins
- Grand National 2025 odds: 16/1
- Previous Grand National form: 2024 Grand National Winner
- Best known for: Winning the 2024 Aintree Grand National.
Minella Cocooner
- Age: 8
- Trainer: Willie Mullins
- Grand National 2025 best odds: 25/1
- Previous Grand National form: N/A
- Best known for: 2024 bet365 Gold Cup victory.
Corbetts Cross
- Age: 7
- Trainer: Emmet Mullins
- Grand National 2025 best odds: 25/1
- Previous Grand National form: N/A
- Best known for: Winning the NH Challenge Cup at the 2024 Cheltenham Festival.
Montys Star
- Age: 7
- Trainer: Henry De Bromhead
- Grand National 2025 best odds: 25/1
- Previous Grand National form: N/A
- Best known for: Gritty wins over 3m at Punchestown and Clonmel.
Intense Raffles
- Age: 6
- Trainer: Thomas Gibney
- Grand National 2025 best odds: 25/1
- Previous Grand National form: N/A
- Best known for: Winning the 2024 Irish Grand National.
Odds correct at 12pm on 23rd Aug 2024
Previous key trends
Due to course modifications, the last 13 Grand Nationals are the most relevant for key trends. With no race in 2020, here are the trends for the race winners from 2010 to 2023:
Grand National experience
Experience tackling the Grand National fences is another crucial factor that can affect the Grand National ante post odds. The Aintree fences are unique. Being made of spruce means they look different to fences at other courses. There are 30 obstacles over the two circuits of the course. The Chair and Water Jump are negotiated just once, while the other 14 fences are jumped on both circuits.
Some Aintree specialists adapt to the fences well, while other horses underperform when jumping the unique obstacles. A horse’s temperament is important during the marathon Aintree contest. Coping with the atmosphere created by about 60,000 racegoers while tacking the unique fences is a tall task. Tiger Roll is the most recent multiple-time winner, claiming victory in the 2018 and 2019 Grand Nationals.
Grand National Age
- Youngest Grand National winner: Noble Yeats (2022): 7.
- Oldest Grand National winner: Neptune Collognes (2012), Auroras Encore (2013), Pineau de Re (2014): 11.
- Number of Grand National winners by age: 7yo – 1; 8yo – 4; 9yo – 3; 10yo – 2; 11yo – 3.
Grand National Weight
- 11-00 and over: 5 winners.
- Highest weight of the Grand National winner: 11-09 Many Clouds in 2015
- Lowest weight of the Grand National winner: Auroras Encore: 10-03 in 2013.
Grand National Odds
- Average odds of the Grand National winner: 21/1
- Winners with single figure odds: 2
- Winners with double figure odds: 11
- Winners with treble figure odds: 0
- Grand National favourites to win: 2 outright favourites and 1 joint favourite.
- Most common odds range of Grand National winners: 5 winners at 10/1 to 14/1.
Grand National ante post betting tips by day
Our tips for 2023 included picking Corach Rambler as the winner of the Grand National and has already had two correct selections at the 2024 Grand National Festival! Check back in good time for next year’s race to read our expert’s Grand National tips and predictions for what are sure to be three days of exhilarating racing.
Grand National odds & tips FAQ
Here are the answers to some common questions about the Grand National:
Who will win the 2025 Grand National at Aintree?
According to the betting market, I Am Maximus who won the race as a favourite in 2024, is the most likely 2025 Grand National winner. However, only two horses have won back to back Grand Nationals in the past, meaning it won’t be a easy task.
Who are the most successful Grand National trainers?
The following leading trainers have won the Grand National four times:
George Dockeray: (Lottery, 1839; Jerry, 1840; Gaylad, 1842; Miss Mowbray, 1852); Fred Rimell (E.S.B., 1956; Nicolaus Silver, 1961; Gay Trip, 1970; Rag Trade, 1976); Ginger McCain (Red Rum, 1973, 1974, 1977; Amberleigh House, 2004)
New to Grand National betting and need some help?
Learn about different types of Grand National Betting with our betting guide! We cover Tote Betting, Win Betting and Each-way betting, and give you some help picking the 2024 Grand National Winner!
Download our Grand National Betting Guide
Our Content
*We hope you enjoyed the selection bookies we recommended! Just to be clear, grandnational.org.uk may collect a share of sales or other compensation from the links on this page.
You might also like…
About GrandNational.org.uk
