Ballabriggs, the horse who returned the McCain name to the top of the Grand National roll of honour in 2011, has died at the age of 25. Trainer Donald McCain announced the news on Monday, saying the gelding had passed away that morning. He had spent his retirement at the late Trevor Hemmings' Ballaseyr Stud on the Isle of Man, where he will be laid to rest. Paying tribute on social media, McCain said the yard was "eternally grateful for the amazing days and memories he gave u