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How to watch the Scottish Grand National on Saturday
When is the Scottish Grand National?: The main event of the weekend is scheduled to start at 3.35pm on Saturday, April 18. This headline race is part of a two-day festival at Ayr Racecourse that officially kicked off on Friday afternoon.
Location: The historic race takes place at Ayr Racecourse, located on the west coast of Scotland. Known for its fair, left-handed track, Ayr has been the home of this prestigious staying steeplechase since the race moved from Bogside in 1966.
How to watch the Scottish Grand National: In the UK, you can watch the race live on ITV1, where the dedicated racing team provides free-to-air coverage for the national audience. The broadcast is scheduled to begin at 12:45pm, giving fans plenty of build-up before the main event.
Live stream information: Digital viewers can stream the entire race via the ITVX app, available on smartphones, tablets, and smart TVs To access the stream, you simply need to create a free account and ensure you have a valid UK TV license.
Further information on streaming: For those who prefer a desktop experience, the race can be viewed online on the ITVX website or via a Racing TV subscription. Racing TV offers uninterrupted coverage of every single race on the Saturday card, starting well before the main feature.
UK radio coverage: Radio listeners can follow the action live on BBC Radio 5 Live, which typically provides expert commentary and atmosphere from the course. The broadcast is accessible via traditional radio frequencies or digitally through the BBC Sounds app for those on the move.
Full runners list part one: The final field for 2026 features a highly competitive mix of seasoned stayers and emerging talent. The confirmed runners are Blaze The Way, Quebecois, King Of Answers, Isaac Des Obeaux, Our Power, Road To Home, Herakles Westwood, Ask Brewster, Duffle Coat, Katate Dori, Stolen Silver, Famous Bridge, and Montregard.
Runners list part two: The list of competitors continues with Maximilian, Gabbys Cross, Kim Roque, Collectors Item, Git Maker, Kap Vert, Promontory, Chasingouttheblues, J'Arrive De L'Est, and Magna Sam. These horses will tackle the twenty-seven fences of the Ayr course in hopes of joining the illustrious list of former winners.
