Grand National gamble: Rachael Blackmore mount Ain't That A ...
Rachael Blackmore's Grand National mount Ain't That A Shame has been backed into 8/1 favourite for the world's most famous steeplechase.
www.timeform.comRachael Blackmore retired from race riding in 2025, so there is no active riding in the Grand National as of 2026. She has since taken on broadcasting and ambassador roles, and was featured as part of ITV Racing’s Grand National coverage in 2026.[5][9]
Key points you might find relevant:
- 2021 Grand National winner: Blackmore became the first woman to win the race aboard Minella Times.[1]
- 2025 Grand National season: reports indicate her retirement announcement in May 2025, ending her jumps racing career.[4][10]
- 2026 activity: she joined ITV Racing’s Randox Grand National coverage as a presenter/ambassador and was named a Grand National legend during the festival.[9]
If you’d like, I can pull the latest brief summaries from each source or summarize any specific angle (retirement timeline, post-racing career, or current broadcasting role) in more detail.