The Grand National is officially back, and what a day Thursday has been.
Thousands of people descended upon Aintree Racecourse, dressed their best and hoping to win big. Tomorrow will see more racegoers turn out for Ladies' Day. And on Saturday, April 15, the headline event will see one horse will be crowned winner of the world's greatest steeplechase.
While the weather hasn't been the best, the strong winds definitely didn't put a dampener on people's spirits.
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The atmosphere has been fantastic as people have enjoyed themselves and had a flutter or two. As ever, ECHO photographers have been on hand to snap the best bits of the day, as well as some incredibly glamorous outfits.
Take a look in the gallery above to see if you can spot yourselves - or someone you know - in our pictures from day one of the Grand National Festival.
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