The Grand National was delayed as the 39 competing horses were kept in the parade ring.
The Grand National, one of the world's most famous horse races, has been delayed after animal rights activists scaled fences around the perimeter of Aintree racecourse in Liverpool and got onto the track.Many activists affixed themselves to the race fences using glue and lock-on devices, before being taken away by police
Some affixed themselves to the race fences using glue and lock-on devices, according to the Animal Rising organisation, before being taken away by police and security officials. The day started with three people arrested in connection with a plan by the activists to disrupt the race. "We respect the right to peaceful protest and expression of views," Merseyside Police said, "but criminal behavior and disorder will not be tolerated and will be dealt with robustly."
Animal Rising activist Alex Lockwood this week told British radio station talkSPORT that they planned to disrupt the Grand National, arguing that standing outside and handing out fliers "never stopped anything." "This horrific 'sport' continues to take lives right in front of our eyes. It's time to BAN this horrific industry," Animal Rising wrote Saturday.
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