Liverpool Hurdle
History
The event was established in 1974, and it was originally held at Ascot. During the first part of its history it was called the Long Distance Hurdle, and it was initially contested over 3 miles. For a period it was classed at Grade 2 level.The race was transferred to Aintree in 2004, and since then it has been named after the nearby city of Liverpool. Its original distance has been extended by 110 yards.
The Liverpool Hurdle was promoted to Grade 1 status in 2010, and it currently takes place on the final day of the three-day Grand National meeting. Prior to 2013 it was the opening race on the first day of the meeting.
The field usually includes horses which ran previously in the Stayers' Hurdle, and the last to win both races in the same year was Sire du Berlais in 2023.
Records
Most successful horse :
- Big Buck's – 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012
- Peter Scudamore – Gaye Chance, Bajan Sunshine, Gaye Brief, Mrs Muck, Pragada
- Martin Pipe – Pragada, Sweet Glow, Galant Moss, Maid Equal, Deano's Beeno