Don't miss a thing by getting the latest from the Manchester Evening News sent direct to your inbox One of the 40 horses contesting this year's Grand National has been put down following the race.
Seven-year-old horse The Long Mile broke a hind leg after pulling up during the race at Aintree earlier today (April 10). Animal rights campaigners have long called for the historic Grand National to be axed following the long history of horses killed in the event.
Iain Green, director at Animal Aid, said: "It’s high time that this repulsive spectacle was banned. "Despite the racing authorities and TV commentators attempting to brush this carnage and loss of life under the carpet, the public will turn their backs on this industry that treats
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