Red Rum - a life in pictures

Punters' pal: Red Rum was 9-1 joint favourite when he first won the Grand National in 1973

Second success: The great horse claimed another triumph in Aintree's big race in 1976

Treble top: Red Rum won the Grand National for a record third time in 1977

Life's a beach: Retired Red Rum (right) takes it easy on Southport sands

Hero's welcome: Red Rum returned to Aintree to lead a special Grand National parade

Final furlong: Red Rum's grave is near the finishing post at Aintree racecourse