Not exactly. The number “how many horses died in Grand National” is still a hot topic. Every death makes headlines because the stakes feel so high.
Animal rights groups, like Animal Aid, say the death toll is unacceptable, period. They argue that even one death is too many for a “sport.” And they’ve got a point, right?
On the flip side, the racing industry says safety has improved by over 50% in the last two decades. They point to better veterinary care and mandatory rest days for horses.
