Betfred Signs Crabbie’s Grand National Deal

Aintree Racecourse has signed a three-year sponsorship deal with bookmaker Betfred, who will become the official betting partner of the Crabbie’s Grand National Festival in April.

As part of the deal, Betfred – already a sponsor of several high profile jump races in the UK, including the Cheltenham Gold Cup – will have title rights to three races; the Betfred Bowl Steeple Chase on the opening day of the three-day festival, the Betfred Mobile Mildmay Novices’ Steeple Chase on Ladies Day, and the Betfred TV Handicap Steeple Chase on the day of the Grand National itself.

John Baker, Aintree and North West regional director for Jockey Club Racecourses, said of the news: ‘Betfred has a long standing history in racing, and also partner us at Haydock Park, another world-class racecourse in our region.’

‘So, we have a fantastic relationship with Betfred and are thrilled they have agreed to join us for one of the most famous sporting events in the world. We look forward to welcoming them and their guests to Aintree in April.’

This year’s Crabbie’s Grand National Festival will take place from 3rd to 5th April at the Jockey Club-owned track in the north of England.

In 2013, Betfred sponsored over 600 horse races.