1949 Grand National
| Grand National | |
| Location | Aintree Racecourse |
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| Date | 26 March 1949 |
| Winning horse | Russian Hero |
| Jockey | Leo McMorrow |
| Trainer | George R. Owen |
| Owner | Fearnie Williamson |
| Conditions | Slightly Firm |
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 Highlights of the 1949 Grand National (British Pathé) |
The 1949 Grand National was the 103rd renewal of the world-famous Grand National horse race that took place at Aintree Racecourse near Liverpool, England, on 26 March 1949.
The race was won by 66/1 shot Russian Hero, a comfortable eight lengths ahead of his nearest challenger. Russian Hero was ridden by jockey Leo McMorrow and trained by George Owen, winning the top prize of £13,000 for owner Fearnie Williamson.
Forty-three horses ran; Roimond finished second, with Royal Mount third and Cromwell fourth.
Bora's Cottage was a fatality on the second circuit.
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