Hundreds lined the streets of Leighlinbridge for the homecoming parade of the Grand National winner, trained by Willie Mullins

Police arrested 118 people on Saturday after protesters tried to gain entry to the Aintree Racecourse track, delaying the start of the Grand National.

Over 100 people were arrested as animal rights activists got on to the course in Liverpool.

Peter O'Mahony earned player of the match honours after his side became the first team to beat Stormers at home this year.

Grand National was delayed due to activists.

About 30 animal rights protesters gathered outside Aintree Racecourse on Saturday morning

of Animal Rising intend to prevent the race from starting

A spokesperson for Animal Rising said up to 300 people will attend on Saturday morning to prevent the race from going ahead.