2026 Aintree Grand National sweepstake: create your sweepstake with our free kit

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The Grand National is the world’s most famous horse race. Every year, 34 horses and their jockeys tackle a 4-mile, 2½ furlongs course with 30 challenging fences, all competing for a £500,000 prize.

Whether you’re watching from home, at the office, or online, you can make the race even more exciting with the Racing Post’s free Grand National Sweepstake Generator.

What is a Grand National sweepstake kit?

A sweepstake kit is a simple tool that divides the 34 runners among your participants. Each participant is randomly assigned a horse, and the winner is the person whose horse crosses the line first.

If your sweepstake has fewer than 34 participants, the generator assigns multiple horses to some players, ensuring there’s always a winner. You can even make it more exciting with a small entry fee (for example, £1 per player), with the winner taking the prize pot.

How to set up your sweepstake with the generator

1. Recruit your players

Invite friends, family, or colleagues to join. Keep track of participants and collect any entry fees if you plan on awarding a prize.

2. Enter your details

Add your name and email into the sweepstake generator to receive your final list. Make sure to opt in to Racing Post communications for the latest racing news and offers.

3. Enter player names

Input up to 34 player names. Click ‘generate’ to randomly assign each participant a horse. Fewer than 34 players? Some participants will be assigned multiple horses, giving everyone a fair chance.

4. Share the results

Distribute the sweepstake list before the 2026 Grand National on Saturday, April 11, 2026, so everyone knows which horse they’ll be cheering for.

Top tips for organising your sweepstake

Creating a sweepstake can add to the fun of the Grand National, whether you’re with friends at home, colleagues at work, or an online community. Here are some tips to help ensure your sweepstake is a success:

• Set clear goals: Decide whether your sweepstake is purely for fun, to engage colleagues, or to promote awareness. 
• Choose the right prize: Cash prizes, gift cards, or themed rewards can increase excitement. 
• Set eligibility rules: Decide who can participate, including age or location restrictions if needed. 
• Promote your sweepstake: Share via social media, emails, or word-of-mouth to attract participants. 
• Use the generator: It ensures fair, unbiased horse assignments and equal chances of winning. 

Ready to Start?

Bring your 2026 Grand National sweepstake to life with the Racing Post’s free generator. It’s quick, fair, and guaranteed to make race day more exciting for everyone involved.

Don’t miss out on the fun! Use the Racing Post’s Grand National Sweepstake Generator to bring some extra excitement to the 2025 Grand National. It’s free, easy to use, and guaranteed to enhance your race day experience.

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