Foinavon

Foinavon was a famous Irish racehorse best known for winning the 1967 Grand National, one of the most challenging horse races. Despite finishing far behind the leaders initially, Foinavon avoided a massive pile-up at a fence caused by a fallen horse, and remarkably surged ahead to take the victory. This unexpected win became legendary because of the chaotic incident and the horse's resilience. Foinavon’s story exemplifies agility, luck, and determination in racing, making it a celebrated moment in sporting history.