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2003 UK Grand National News

Monty's Pass wins Grand National
Monty's Pass powers to glory in the Grand National at Aintree.

National hero's happy homecoming
Martell Grand National winner Monty's Pass enjoys a rapturous reception on his return to Ireland.

Irish hero to seek Aintree repeat
Grand National winner Monty's Pass is set to defend his title next year.

Owner celebrates Aintree windfall
Victory for Monty's Pass earns delighted owner Mike Futter almost £1m.

Bingo boss counts winnings
Monty's Pass' victory lands a £760,000 gamble for owner Jim Futter.

Swan calls it a day
Leading Irish jockey Charlie Swan retires from race-riding and will now concentrate on his career as a trainer.

Grand National day
Monty's Pass, ridden by Barry Geraghty, wins the 2003 Martell Cognac Grand National by 12 lengths.

Native seals Aintree double
Native Upmanship wins the Martell Melling Chase at Aintree for the second year running.

Review of day two
A full round-up of all the action from day two of the Grand National meeting where Native Upmanship wins the big race.

Gold shines at Aintree
First Gold lands a shock win in the Martell Cognac Cup Chase at the Grand National meeting.

Opening day round-up
First Gold wins the feature race on the first day of the Grand National meeting at Aintree.

Saturday: Boost for bookies
Saturday's Aintree diary

Ladies Day attracts record crowds
A £20,000 car was on offer for the best dressed female racegoer at this year's Grand National meeting.

Friday: Riders give helping hand
Friday's Aintree diary

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