The Most Iconic Race
The world’s most famous horse race dominates this week’s action as millions of people from around the world prepare to be thrilled by the 175th Randox Grand National. A field of 40 will battle it out over the iconic Aintree fences to claim a place in history. Last year’s winner Noble Yeats will attempt to emulate Tiger Roll and Red Rum in landing back-to-back Nationals. He spearheads a strong Irish challenge. Cheltenham Festival Cross Country Chase hero Delta Work, last year’s runner-up Any Second Now and mercurial Mr Incredible will also be aiming to take the coveted prize back to Ireland for the fifth successive time.
Corach Rambler is the great hope of Scotland. He won the Ultima Chase at last month’s Cheltenham Festival for the second year running. His trainer Lucinda Russell is looking to win her second Grand National after One For Arthur’s success six years ago. Corach Rambler is ridden out most days by her partner Peter Scudamore. Despite being crowned champion jumps jockey eight times, he never rode the winner of the great Aintree race.
Our Power will fly the flag for Wales, while England’s big hopes are lead by Coral Gold Cup winner Le Milos.