Despite public outcry after last year's carnage at Aintree, two more horses die at notorious jump - including the Gold Cup winner

The Grand National faced fresh controversy yesterday after two horses died during the race despite the introduction of new safety measures.

Millions of television viewers saw Cheltenham Gold Cup winner Synchronised, one of the favourites, fall at Becher’s Brook fence. The horse was later put down.

The second victim of the infamous fence, which has claimed more lives than any other in the iconic race, was According To Pete, which was put down after breaking its neck.

Two other horses, Killyglen and Weird Al, were last night being examined by vets after being injured during the race. Their conditions were not thought to be life threatening.

The incident-packed 165th Grand National was one of the most dramatic in history. Read More