When Is The 2023 Scottish Grand National? Dates, Times and Race Schedule

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The Grand National bandwagon moves into Scotland this Saturday as the Coral-sponsored 2023 Scottish Grand National takes centre stage. You can get prepared for the big race with all the details for the Ayr race below.

When Is The 2023 Scottish Grand National?

📅Time/Date: 3:35pm (Saturday 22nd April 2023)
🏇Racecourse: Ayr
💰 Purse/Winner: £112,540
📺 TV: ITV / Racing TV

2023 Scottish Grand National Ayr Card: Full Race Schedule (Saturday 22nd April 2023)

See below the full running order, race times and names for Saturday’s Ayr Scottish Grand National card.

  • 1:15: Scotty Brand Handicap Chase (Premier Handicap) (GBB Race) Cl1 (5yo+) 2m½f RTV
  • 1:50: CPMS Novices’ Champion Handicap Chase (GBB Race) Cl2 (5yo+) 3m ITV
  • 2:25: Coral Scottish Champion Hurdle (A Limited Handicap) (Grade 2) (GBB Race) Cl1 (4yo+) 2m ITV
  • 3:00: Jordan Electrics Ltd Future Champion Novices’ Chase (Grade 2) (GBB Race) Cl1 (5yo+) 2m4½f ITV
  • 3:35: Coral Scottish Grand National Handicap Chase (Premier Handicap) (GBB Race) Cl1 (5yo+) 4m ITV
  • 4:10: Tennent’s Handicap Hurdle (GBB Race) Cl2 (4yo+ 0-150) 2m5½f RTV
  • 4:45: Western House Hotel “Hands & Heels” Handicap Hurdle (Conditionals/Amateurs) (RE Series Finale) Cl4 (4yo+ 0-120) 2m4½f RTV
  • 5:20: Golf Inn Prestwick Open National Hunt Flat Race (Category 1 Elimination) (GBB Race) Cl3 (4-6yo) 2m RTV

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How To Watch The 2023 Scottish Grand National

The 2023 Scottish Grand National will be shown live on ITV, with the channel also showing the three races before, that include the Scottish Champion Hurdle (2:25).

You can also watch all the races from Ayr on Saturday via the RacingTV digital channel, or use one of the live horse racing streaming sites to keep up with the action.

Looking To Place Bets On The 2023 Scottish Grand National?

You can place bets on the 2023 Scottish Grand National by joining-up with the best horse racing betting sites. There is also £1,000’s of horse racing free bets to claim along the way – meaning you can sign-up to one of the featured bookmakers and also grab some tasty Scottish Grand National betting offers to use on Saturday’s Ayr race.

Latest Scottish Grand National Betting Odds

We take a look at the latest 2023 Scottish Grand National odds from BetUK, where you can also get a £30 free bet to use on the race.

Bet £10 Get £30 In Free Bets T&Cs apply.. New customers, Deposit & Place a Bet within 7 days, and settle a £10 minimum bet at odds of 4/5 (1.8) or greater, to be credited with 3x £10 free bets: 1 x £10 Horse racing, 1 x £10 Free Bet Builder and 1 x £10 Football. Stake not returned. 18+ BeGambleAware.org.

T&Cs apply.. New customers, Deposit & Place a Bet within 7 days, and settle a £10 minimum bet at odds of 4/5 (1.8) or greater, to be credited with 3x £10 free bets: 1 x £10 Horse racing, 1 x £10 Free Bet Builder and 1 x £10 Football. Stake not returned. 18+ BeGambleAware.org.

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Note: Others on request and subject to change.

Recent Scottish Grand National Winners

  • 2022 – WIN MY WINGS (13/2 cfav)
  • 2021 – MIGHTY THUNDER (8/1)
  • 2020 – No Race
  • 2019 – TAKINGRISKS (25/1)
  • 2018 – JOE FARRELL (33/1)
  • 2017 – VICENTE (9/1 jfav)
  • 2016 – VICENTE (14/1)
  • 2015 – WAYWARD PRINCE (25/1)
  • 2014 – AL CO (40/1)
  • 2013 – GODSMEJUDGE (12/1)
  • 2012 – MERIGO (15/2)

WATCH: Win My Wings Winning The 2022 Scottish Grand National

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