2026 Irish Grand National: Runners, Odds, and Expert Verdict at Fairyhouse
A 30-strong field will line up for the BoyleSports Irish Grand National at Fairyhouse on Easter Monday. The race is scheduled for 5.00pm and will be shown live on ITV and Racing TV in Britain, and on RTE2 in Ireland.
This preview covers the 2026 Irish Grand National, listing runners and odds, with an expert verdict from Filmogaz.com ahead of the big race at Fairyhouse.
Confirmed runners and starting prices
| Horse | SP |
|---|---|
| Better Days Ahead | 16-1 |
| Search For Glory | 16-1 |
| Argento Boy | 10-1 |
| Joystick | 40-1 |
| The Jukebox Kid | 6-1f |
| Rushmount | 40-1 |
| Yeah Man | 25-1 |
| C’Est Ta Chance | 9-1 |
| Flicker Of Hope | 25-1 |
| Soldier In Milan | 7-1 |
| Monbeg Genius | 12-1 |
| Shecouldbeanything | 16-1 |
| Kiss Will | 13-2 |
| Velvet Elvis | 100-1 |
| One Big Bang | 12-1 |
| Goraibhmaithagat | 16-1 |
| Karia Des Blaises | 33-1 |
| Better Times Ahead | 14-1 |
| Hantur D’Arc | 66-1 |
| Kurasso Blue | 20-1 |
| The Enabler | 25-1 |
| Duffle Coat | 100-1 |
| O’Toole | 14-1 |
| Sa Majeste | 50-1 |
| Showurappreciation | 14-1 |
| Western Walk | 50-1 |
| Weveallbeencaught | 25-1 |
| Born Braver | 33-1 |
| Shanbally Kid | 33-1 |
| Waterford Whispers | 20-1 |
Key contenders and form notes
The Jukebox Kid (6-1f)
Trained by Ben Pauling and ridden by Ben Jones, he is the market favourite. He won two long-distance contests at Ascot last season. The pair include a Grade 2 Reynoldstown success among those victories.
Kiss Will (13-2)
From Willie Mullins’ yard and usually partnered by Paul Townend. The horse has shown strong form over hurdles and placed in top handicaps. He remains unexposed over fences at this trip.
Soldier In Milan (7-1)
A high-class performer rated over hurdles and now contesting a big staying handicap. Trainer and jockey details show a proven yard contact. The horse holds strong placed form in significant races.
Showurappreciation (14-1)
Trained by Gordon Elliott, he returned to form in recent runs. He has experience over marathon trips and remains dangerous in large handicaps.
Monbeg Genius (12-1)
Emmet Mullins trains this staying type. He has recent Punchestown success and performed well at Gowran. The mare has a strong staying profile.
Expert verdict
Alan Sweetman singles out The Jukebox Kid as the likely class act. He highlights the horse’s Ascot victories and upward trajectory. Sweetman adds that Willie Mullins and Gordon Elliott send powerful squads.
Key Irish contenders mentioned include C’Est Ta Chance and Kiss Will for Mullins. Elliott’s notable entries include Shecouldbeanything, Soldier In Milan, and Showurappreciation.
How to watch and final notes
The race starts at 5.00pm on Easter Monday. Broadcasts run on ITV and Racing TV in Britain, and on RTE2 in Ireland.
Filmogaz.com will carry further build-up and analysis closer to post time. Check official channels for any late changes to runners or riding plans.
