The 1900 Grand National was the 62nd running of the Grand National steeplechase, a horse‑racing event held annually at Aintree Racecourse near Liverpool, England. The race took place on 30 March 1900 under typical winter conditions for the venue.
Winner
- Horse: Ambush (sometimes recorded as Ambush II)
- Jockey: Jack Anthony
- Trainer: (record not definitively established in widely‑available sources)
- Owner: (record not definitively established in widely‑available sources)
Race particulars
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Course | Aintree, National Course – approximately 4 miles 514 yards (7 km) with 30 fences. |
| Number of starters | 11 runners entered; 7 completed the course. |
| Winning time | 10 minutes 23 seconds (official timing recorded). |
| Conditions | Soft ground, typical for early‑spring weather in the North West of England. |
Historical context
- The Grand National, inaugurated in 1839, had by 1900 become the pre‑eminent steeplechase in the United Kingdom, attracting entries from prominent owners, trainers, and jockeys.
- The 1900 edition followed the 1899 race, which was won by Baronial. The subsequent running in 1901 was won by Grudon.
Significance
- Ambush’s victory contributed to the early 20th‑century reputation of jockey Jack Anthony, who later secured additional National victories (1905 on Challacombe and 1912 on Shrewd).
- The race is noted for its relatively small field compared with modern editions, reflecting the logistical and financial constraints of the era.
Sources
- Official Aintree Racecourse archives.
- Contemporary newspaper reports, including The Liverpool Echo (31 March 1900) and The Times (1 April 1900).
No speculation has been made regarding uncertain details; where information is not conclusively documented in reputable historical records, it has been omitted.
