Celebre D’Allen Grand National horse has tragically passed away following a collapse during the 2025 Grand National. The 13-year-old gelding was competing in the renowned race on April 6 when he suffered a collapse toward the end. Despite immediate treatment on-site and a brief period of improvement, Celebre D’Allen’s health deteriorated overnight, leading to his death two days later. The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) expressed their sorrow and confirmed that a full investigation into the incident would be conducted, including a post-mortem examination.
The Fate of Celebre D’Allen Grand National and the Race’s Safety Measures
Following his collapse, Celebre D’Allen Grand National was treated by on-site veterinary teams and then moved to a nearby stud for further care. Unfortunately, his condition worsened, and he could not be saved. The BHA emphasized that horses in the Grand National undergo rigorous health checks and receive the best veterinary attention available during the race. They also reassured the public that, as with any fatality in racing, the incident would be reviewed thoroughly to improve safety measures for future events.
Reaction to Celebre D’Allen Grand National’s Tragic End
Both the horse’s trainers, Phillip Hobbs and Johnson White, expressed their heartbreak over the loss. In a statement on X, they shared that Celebre D’Allen was a “wonderful horse” who will be greatly missed. The jockey, Michael Nolan, who rode Celebre D’Allen during the Grand National, has been suspended for 10 days after the race, with Aintree Racecourse finding that he continued riding when the horse appeared to be struggling. However, the BHA confirmed that Nolan would not face additional penalties.
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