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Grand National: Injury Declines Amid Ongoing Welfare Debates

4/6/2026

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The Grand National remains culturally significant in Britain, but welfare debates persist.
Recent changes to race conditions aim to reduce injuries.
In 2025, falls were notably low and there were no fatalities.
The death of Celebre D’Allen after the race prompted the RSPCA to call for urgent lessons.
Despite fatalities at recent festivals, injuries have declined over the past two decades.

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Story summary

The Grand National remains culturally significant in Britain, but welfare debates persist.
Recent changes to race conditions aim to reduce injuries.
In 2025, falls were notably low and there were no fatalities.
The death of Celebre D’Allen after the race prompted the RSPCA to call for urgent lessons.
Despite fatalities at recent festivals, injuries have declined over the past two decades.