Captain Cody wins Scottish Grand National amid equine fatalities

Captain Cody triumphed in the Scottish Grand National at Ayr, leading a one-two finish for trainer Willie Mullins, with stablemate Klarc Kent in second place. The win, achieved by jockey Harry Cobden on the 9-1 shot, brings Mullins closer to claiming a second British championship after his recent success at Aintree with Nick Rockett. However, the event was marred by the tragic deaths of two horses, Macdermott and The Kniphand, during the race. Despite the somber backdrop, the competition showcased the excitement of the jumps calendar, with Captain Cody claiming the £200,000 prize in front of a sell-out crowd. Our Power and Grozni rounded out the top five finishers. Mullins continues to solidify his reputation in the racing world with consecutive high-profile victories.