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Manchester Evening News
Manchester Evening News
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Melissa Jones & Sophie Halle-Richards

Discorama horse death in Grand National 2022 confirmed by 'heartbroken' trainer

A horse has died after suffering an injury at the Grand National race leaving his trainer 'heartbroken.' Discorama was pulled up before the 13th fence of the Aintree race today (Saturday 9 April).

His devastated trainer, Paul Nolan, confirmed on social media on Saturday evening that the injury had sadly proved fatal. He said on Twitter: "We are heartbroken to have lost Discorama today at Aintree. Bryan pulled him up due to injury. Our condolences to his owners Andrew Gemmell and Tom Friel."

Following the race, all horses returned to the stables and no serious medical concerns were reported regarding any jockeys. However, a tragic update was given following further assessment by the Aintree veterinary team, the Mirror reports.

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