I Am Maximus to get official welcome home after Grand National victory

Grand National winner I Am Maximus will be given an official welcome home in Co Carlow on Tuesday evening.

Large crowds are expected to turn out in Leighlinbridge from 5.30pm as local trainer Willie Mullins described the win as “our All-Ireland” as parading top horses through the village has become a regular habit.

The momentous win means Mullins is close to claiming the British trainers’ title for the first time in 70 years.

The Carlow man would be the second Irish trainer to claim the championship after the late Vincent O'Brien, who secured the title twice.