Grand National changes 'another step in the abolition of jump racing as we knew it'
AINTREE CONCERNS: Ted Walsh has serious concerns over the future of the Grand National, a race he famously won with Papillon in 2000. Picture: Brian Lawless/PA
Trainer Ted Walsh has described the changes to the Randox Grand National as a "another step in the abolition of jump racing as we knew it".
The Jockey Club announced on Thursday morning that the maximum field size will be reduced from 40 to 34 and that a standing start will be implemented, as well as the first fence being moved forward.
