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2022 Scottish Grand National: When and where to watch

The 2022 Scottish Grand National is fast approaching and as such, now is a great time to register with any of our featured bookmaker partners and take advantage of the many great Scottish National free bets and enhanced places up for grabs on the famous race. 

 

2022 Scottish Grand National: When and where to watch

 

The biggest Raceday in Scotland is now almost upon us with Ayr Racecourse gearing itself up for the 2022 Scottish Grand National.

The funeral of Prince Philip and the continuing Covid-19 restrictions meant that the 2021 Scottish Grand National was held one day later than planned, Mighty Thunder romping home to victory in what was a thrilling finish. The question is, who will be first past the post this time around in the fourth biggest betting race in the UK?

 

When does the 2022 Scottish Grand National take place?

The 2022 Scottish Grand National takes place on Saturday, 2nd April. The big race itself is just part of the two-day meeting which gets underway on Friday, 1st April. The first day of the Scottish Grand National festival is Ladies Day and this in itself is a hugely popular event attended by thousands of racegoers.

 

What time is the 2022 Scottish Grand National?

The 2022 Scottish Grand National is scheduled to start at 3:35pm, however the Grade 3 contest could possibly be delayed by certain factors.

 

How long is the Scottish Grand National?

The total length of the Scottish Grand National course is 3 miles 7 furlongs and 176 yards. Over its length there are 27 fences to be jumped.

 

Where to watch the 2022 Scottish Grand National

The Scottish Grand National will be shown live on TV, coverage provided by ITV. Five races from the meeting were shown in 2021 on ITV while full coverage of the two-day meeting will once again be provided by Racing TV.

 

What is the prize fund for the Scottish Grand National?

The prize pot for the 2022 Scottish Grand National stands at £150,000 while the winning horse will earn connections a cool £84,000.

 

What other races are run at the 2022 Scottish Grand National festival?

 

Friday 1st April 2022 (Ladies Day)

1:45pm  Novices’ Handicap Hurdle

2:20pm  Quiz Clothing Novices’ Hurdle

2:55pm  Remus Uomo Handicap Hurdle

3:30pm  Hillhouse Quarry Handicap Chase

4:05pm  Coral Mares’ Handicap Hurdle

4:40pm  Seko Logistics Scotland Handicap Chase

5:15pm  Thistle Cabs Group Handicap Hurdle 

 

Saturday 2nd April 2022 (Grand National Day)

1:20pm  Listed Scotty Brand Handicap Chase

1:50pm  CPMS Novices’ Champion Handicap Chase

2:25pm  Coral Scottish Champion Hurdle

3:00pm  Jordan Electrics Future Champion Novices’ Chase

3:35pm  Coral Scottish Grand National

4:10pm  Tennents Handicap Hurdle

4:45pm  Western House ‘Hands & Heels’ Finale Handicap Hurdle

5:15pm  Golf Inn Prestwick Open National Hunt Flat Race

 

Past Winners of the Scottish Grand National

 

2021  Mighty Thunder

2020  No Race

2019  Takingrisks

2018  Joe Farrell

2017  Vicente

2016  Vicente

2015  Wayward Prince

2014  Al Co

2013  Godsmejudge

2012  Merigo

2011  Beshabar

2010  Merigo