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- Intense Raffles leads the Grand National betting at 7/1 with Bet365
- Stumptown, Iroko, and I Am Maximus are locked on 8/1 in a tight chasing pack
- Hewick wraps up the top five of the betting market for the big race
Intense Raffles outright favourite for Saturday's Grand National
The countdown is on to the 2025 Grand National and punters across the country are backing their fancies ahead of Saturday’s massive race at Aintree.
UK Betting Sites are seeing clear market support for Intense Raffles, who currently heads the market at 7/1 with Bet365 as the outright favourite for the race.
Those looking for the best platforms to place their bets for this weekend's race can check out our guide to UK Betting Sites for top-rated options.
Here's how the market is shaping up as race day approaches:
| Grand National 2025 Winner | Odds | Probability |
|---|---|---|
| Intense Raffles | 7/1 | 12.5% |
| Stumptown | 8/1 | 11.1% |
| Iroko | 8/1 | 11.1% |
| I Am Maximus | 8/1 | 11.1% |
| Hewick | 9/1 | 10.0% |
What the expert says...
Grand National Tips and Trends gives further insight on Saturday's race
Intense Raffles has been steadily backed throughout the past few weeks, with his slick jumping and progressive profile marking him out as a leading contender.
For those still narrowing down selections, our Grand National Tips and Trends blog breaks down all the key stats from previous winners to help inform your picks.
Grand National Preview, Tips, Runners & Trends (Grand National Meeting)
What the OLBG Grand National Survey Says
OLBG's annual Grand National Betting Survey offers a fascinating window into punter behaviour ahead of this year’s race.
According to the 2025 results:
- Just under one in five (17%) of Brits plan to bet on the 2025 Grand National
One in two (51%) of Brits planning to bet on the Grand National choose their horse(s) by its name
Of those who plan to bet on the Grand National, 77% say betting on the Grand National is a part of British culture
