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Gold Dancer put down after winning at Aintree

Gold Dancer, the 10-3 favourite for the Mildmay Novices' Chase, was put down after suffering a broken back immediately following his win on day two of the 2026 Aintree Grand National Meeting. The incident drew criticism from the League Against Cruel Sports, while other key races of the day included Grey Dawning winning the Melling Chase, Will The Wise taking the Topham Chase, and several other horses claiming victories in remaining events.

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horse racingAintree Grand National Meeting 2026broken backMildmay Novices' ChaseMelling ChaseTopham Chaseanimal welfare criticismhorse racing fatalities

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Gold Dancer put down after winning at Aintree

Apr 10, 2026, 10:14 PM

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