Grand National Trainers 2025 – Who to follow
Last Updated 20 Feb 2025 | By The GrandNational.org.uk StaffAnalysing the big-name Grand National trainers’ short-term and long-term form and results will increase the chances of your Aintree Grand National bets coming in. We’ve taken a look at some of the leading Grand National trainers whose runners will likely be heading up the betting for the iconic Aintree race.
Grand National – Who to bet on?
Newer punters often ask which is the best horse to bet for the Grand National, and more experienced racing fans will suggest that examining the form of the trainers is one of the best ways to make your selection. Having a trainer who has already won the Grand National is a big plus for a horse, as they know what it takes to get a horse ready to run in the world’s greatest steeplechase. Getting a horse to peak at the right time for Aintree is a real skill, and it’s essential that a trainer times their runners appearances correctly in the run-up to the Grand National.
Trainers – Who to bet for Grand National 2025?
Who to bet on in the Grand National? That’s the big question! Below, we’ve detailed the trainers to watch in the run-up to the Grand National Festival. Based on their Aintree experience and wider trainer results, these are the trainers we believe have the best chance of producing the next Grand National winner.
Gordon Elliott
- Grand National Wins: 3 – 2007, 2018 & 2019
Gordon Elliott is a powerhouse Irish trainer with an exemplary record in the Grand National. His first win in the race came in 2007 with a horse called Silver Birch. Elliott had to wait 11 years for his next winner, but it was well worth it. His runner, Tiger Roll, won the Aintree Grand National in 2018 and 2019, becoming an icon in the process. Elliott is a training veteran and has had multiple runner places at Aintree over the years. Jack Kennedy rode Delta Work to second in 2024, maintaining an impressive run of results for Elliott in the Grand National.
The table below details the top Gordon Elliott horses that are contenders to run in the 2025 Grand National.
| Horse | Age | Current Odds |
|---|---|---|
| Inothewayurthinkin | 6 | 40/1 |
| Galvin | 10 | 40/1 |
| Gerri Colombe | 8 | 40/1 |
| Coko Beach | 9 | 100/1 |
Odds shown last updated at 12pm on 23rd Aug 2024
Willie Mullins
- Grand National Wins: 2 – 2005, 2024
Hedgehunter, provided Willie Mullins with his first Grand National winner in 2005, and he had to wait until 2024 for his second! Paul Townend stormed home on I Am Maximus to win the 2024 Grand National.
The table below features the details of the Mullins horses most likely to run in the 2025 Grand National.
| Horse | Age | Current Odds |
|---|---|---|
| I Am Maximus | 8 | 16/1 |
| Minella Cocooner | 8 | 25/1 |
| Macdermott | 6 | 33/1 |
| Meeting Of The Waters | 7 | 40/1 |
| Mr Incredible | 8 | 66/1 |
Odds shown last updated at 12pm on 23rd Aug 2024
Henry de Bromhead
- Grand National Wins: 1 – 2021
The De Bromhead name has been long associated with horse racing, with Henry taking over from father Harry in 2000. He added his name to the winning Grand National trainers list in 2021 when Rachael Blackmore rode Minella Times to a trailblazing victory. The partnership produced another solid result in the 2024 Grand National as Blackmore rode Minella Indo to an impressive third place.
The table below lists the Henry De Bromhead horses that could enter in the 2025 Grand National.
| Horse | Age | Weight | Current Odds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montys Star | 7 | 11-2 | 25/1 |
| Minella Indo | 11 | 10-9 | 33/1 |
| Ain’t That A Shame | 10 | 10-3 | 66/1 |
Odds shown last updated at 12pm on 23rd Aug 2024
Identifying the right trainer is only part of making a the best possible Grand National selection, so whoever you choose, you should also consider the following factors:
- Check the odds online betting sites are offering before deciding who to back for the Grand National, as there can be significant variation.
- When deciding who to bet on for Grand National 2024, don’t forget to check out our page on which are best horses to bet in Grand National 2024!
- A Jockey is just as crucial to a horse’s chances at Aintree as a trainer. Check out our page on the top Grand National jockeys to watch for some insight!
Tony McCoy, JP McManus & Nicky Henderson by RacingKel is licensed under CC BY 2.0
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