With the 2023 Coral Welsh Grand National imminent, all eyes in the equestrian world are on Wales’ premier racing spectacle, traditionally held at the coveted venue after Boxing Day.

The pride of Welsh racing, the three and three quarter mile race attracts some of the best long distance riders competing for the grand prize – £150,000.

As the 2023 Coral Welsh Grand National approaches, anticipation is growing for this challenging test of endurance, which features 23 formidable fences over 3 meters high.

This notable event has a prestigious history, with famous champions claiming it, including Cheltenham Gold Cup winners Synchronized and Native River.

Historic Chepstow Racecourse in Monmouthshire is ready to host the next show, eagerly awaiting the arrival of the racing cavalry.

What time is the 2023 Welsh Grand National?

The Welsh Grand National will be held at 2.50pm. on Wednesday, December 27, in Chepstow. Gates open at 10am, the first race at noon and the last of eight races at 3:55pm.

What channel does the Welsh Grand National broadcast on? How about live streaming?

Watch the races at Chepstow live on ITV4 or you can also watch the races live on the Paddy Power website and Paddy Power app. Races are also available on Bet365 or Unibet, and all races are available to participants online and on mobile devices.

Who is the favorite for the 2023 Welsh Grand National?

In an ever-changing landscape, Coral Welsh Grand National Autonomous Nube is the 4/1 favorite to take the top prize. The seven-year-old, ridden by Paddy Brennan, is a good jumper but will be a step up in his class.

Just behind the favorite is Nassalam at 5/1, ridden by Caoilin Quinn. Super Survivor, ridden by Gavin Sheehan, is 13/2, while Iron Bridge, trained by Jonjo O’Neill, is behind at 7/1, along with Paul Nicholl’s Complete Unknown.

The coefficients in their entirety:

Standalone Cloud 4/1

Nassalam 01/05

Super Survivor 13/2

Iron Bridge 7/1

Total unknown 07/01

I will do this on 10/01

Shambar 01/11

Truckers’ House 14/1

Big margin 16/1

Route Finder 22/1

Jumping Bear 1/25

The one who runs on a knife’s edge 25/1

Only the bold 33/1

Diderot Wallis 33/1

Not sure 33/1

Charlie Uberalesa 40/1

Lyubitelska 66/1

Maximum dynamo 66/1

Domaine De L’Isle 80/1

Ice Madrid 100/1

(Courtesy of Coral, 18+)

Who won the Welsh Grand National last year?

In 2022, Nicky Martin’s “Dos Novias” turned heads with a long-awaited win.

Coming off a four-year losing streak, Los Dos Amigos emerged victorious, crossing the finish line ahead of a select group of just seven competitors, in an unforgettable display of resilience and skill.

Last 10 Welsh Grand National winners in Chepstow

Below are ten previous winners of the Welsh Grand National. Previous winner Ivildoit led this year’s renewal.

  • 2013 – Mountainous – Coach, Richard Lee
  • 2014 – Emperor’s Choice – Coach, Venetia Williams
  • 2015 – Mountainous – Coach, Kerry Lee
  • 2016 – Native River – Coach, Colin Tizzard
  • 2017 – Raz De Marie – Coach, Gavin Cromwell
  • 2018 – Fuga Elegante – Coach, Colin Tizzard
  • 2019 – Potters Corner – Coach, Christian Williams
  • 2020 – Secret Breather – Coach, Evan Williams
  • 2021 – I Will – Coach, Sam Thomas
  • 2022 – The two friends – Coach, Nicky Martin

2023 Welsh Grand National runners and riders

A total of 20 horses are entered in the Welsh Grand National ahead of final declarations.

I will do itDylan Johnston

Completely unknownHarry Cobden

a big gap Adam Cunha

a bear jumping Sam Twiston-Davies

nassalam Kaoilin Quinn

shambar Lucy Turner

Iron bridge Jonjo O’Neill Jr.

truck drivers house Freddy Gyngell

Only the bold Jack Tudor

Autonomous Cloud PaddyBrennan

Iceo Madrid David Noonan

Survivor Gavin Sheehan

Amateur Connor Key

Charlie Uberalles Danny Mc Menamin

path finder Lily Pinchin

The one who runs on a knife’s edge Freddy Gordon

Maximum Dynamo James Turner

Domaine De L’Isle Ned Fox

Diderot Wallis Charlie Deutsch

I’m not sure Ricardo Patrício