About Horse Racing
The Grand National and Cheltenham Gold Cup are Britain's two most famous and historic horse races. The Grand National, run at Aintree in April over an iconic 4-mile course with 30 fences, is the most-watched horse race in Britain. The Cheltenham Gold Cup, contested at the Cheltenham Festival in March, is National Hunt racing's most prestigious championship.
DaySpan tracks every Grand National and Gold Cup winner from 1979 onwards with live elapsed counters — see exactly how many days have passed since Monty's Star and connections celebrated at Aintree, or since Galopin Des Champs dominated at Cheltenham.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won the 2025 Grand National?
Monty's Star won the 2025 Grand National at Aintree on 5 April 2025.
Who won the 2025 Cheltenham Gold Cup?
Galopin Des Champs won the 2025 Cheltenham Gold Cup on 14 March 2025, his third consecutive Gold Cup victory.
When is the Grand National?
The Grand National is run annually in early April at Aintree Racecourse, Merseyside, England.
When is the Cheltenham Gold Cup?
The Cheltenham Gold Cup is run on the final day (Friday) of the Cheltenham Festival, typically in mid-March.