[TABLE="class: formList, width: 100%"] [TR] [TH="class: silk"][/TH] [TH="class: nm"]Name[/TH] [TH="class: fm"]Notes[/TH] [/TR] [TR] [TD] please log in to view this image [/TD] [TD]Imperial Commander 14/1 - Bet Now[/TD] [TD]Former Gold Cup winner who will be running in the Grand National for the first time at 12. Missed Cheltenham after a setback and off of top weight faces an uphill task but his class alone is enough for him to be respected here.[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD] please log in to view this image [/TD] [TD]What A Friend 50/1 - Bet Now[/TD] [TD]A grade 1 winning chaser on his best day and sure to attract plenty of interest for owner Sir Alex Ferguson. Has plenty of weight on his back though and form has been inconsistent recently meaning others are preferred.[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD] please log in to view this image [/TD] [TD]Weird Al 50/1 - Bet Now[/TD] [TD]A quirky horse who has been a high class chaser in the past but appears to have lost his way for connections. Pulled up on his last two starts and fell on his only previous National start enssuring he is impossible to back with any confidence this weekend.[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD] please log in to view this image [/TD] [TD]Quel Esprit 40/1 - Bet Now[/TD] [TD]At one stage good enough to win an Irish Hennessy but recent form has been inconsistent at best for Willie Mullins. Plenty of weight to carry and jumping problems outweight his undoubted class on a good day, thanks but not thanks.[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD] please log in to view this image [/TD] [TD]Big Fella Thanks 40/1 - Bet Now[/TD] [TD]Set to run in his fourth Grand National and is yet to finish out of the top seven at Aintree. Clearly enjoys the fences and has been in good form for a new trainer which does appeal but surely his best chance of winning has gone.[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD] please log in to view this image [/TD] [TD]Seabass 9/1 - Bet Now[/TD] [TD]Ran a stormer last year to finish third after a fine round of jumping and has looked in fine form ahead of repeat bid. Katie Walsh will be back on board for father Ted and any improvement from 12 months ago will see him go close.[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD] please log in to view this image [/TD] [TD]Roberto Goldback 33/1 - Bet Now[/TD] [TD]Has looked a better horse this season after moving to the Nicky Henderson yard and the Grand National has been the target all winter. A classy chaser over in Ireland previously but has plenty of weight to carry as a result, other preferred despite the fact he could be plugging on one paced.[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD] please log in to view this image [/TD] [TD]Sunnyhillboy 16/1 - Bet Now[/TD] [TD]A brilliant second last season for Jonjo O'Neill and has been prepared for Aintree again ever since. Clearly enjoys the fences and stayed all the way to the line last year but hike in the weights means he faces a tougher task in 2013.[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD] please log in to view this image [/TD] [TD]Ballabriggs 20/1 - Bet Now[/TD] [TD]Donald McCain horse won famously in 2011 before finishing a solid sixth last season when travelling well. Likely to get round again but hard to see him winning despite positive vibes from the yard.[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD] please log in to view this image [/TD] [TD]Teaforthree 14/1 - Bet Now[/TD] [TD]Layed out for Aintree all season and looks a strong stayer for Welsh Trainer Rebecca Curtis. Previous winner of the four miler at Cheltenham and 2nd in Welsh version recently, live contender on first National attempt.[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD][/TD] [TD][/TD] [TD][/TD] [/TR] [/TABLE]
[TABLE="class: formList, width: 100%"] [TR] [TD] please log in to view this image [/TD] [TD]Across The Bay 33/1 - Bet Now[/TD] [TD]A horse who may slip under the radar for the McCain yard at a nice each-way price. Comfortably beat Cappa Bleu at Carlisle in November and won the Rendlesham over hurdles last time out to complete an impressive prep.[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD] please log in to view this image [/TD] [TD]Join Together 16/1 - Bet Now[/TD] [TD]Aintree has been the aim all season and seemed to take to National fences well when 2nd in the Becher Chase back in December. Likely to be plugging on at the one pace for the Champion Trainer, each-way contender.[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD] please log in to view this image [/TD] [TD]Colbert Station 10/1 - Bet Now[/TD] [TD]A progressive chaser who could well fly under the radar for National winning trainer Ted Walsh and Jockey AP McCoy. Will need a big career best to feature here but at this stage he could still be anything, interesting.[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD] please log in to view this image [/TD] [TD]Forpadydeplasterer 50/1 - Bet Now[/TD] [TD]A former Arkle Chase winner over 2 miles who will be making his debut in the Grand National this season. Has been a classy horse in the past but not certain to stay the trip and impossible to back with any confidence.[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD] please log in to view this image [/TD] [TD]On His Own 15/2 - Bet Now[/TD] [TD]First string for Willie Mullins who won the Grade 2 Boyne Hurdle last time out in good style. Fell at Bechers on the second circuit last year when travelling well and been aimed at Aintree ever since, leading chance.[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD] please log in to view this image [/TD] [TD]Joncol 40/1 - Bet Now[/TD] [TD]A decent chaser at his best who was good enough to win the Irish Hennessy back in 2010. Has lost his way somewhat since though for Paul Nolan, was last seen finishing a distant third at Leopardstown, trip into the unkown.[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD] please log in to view this image [/TD] [TD]Balthazar King 16/1 - Bet Now[/TD] [TD]A strong stayer who needs good ground if he is to feature on his first Grand National start. Won the Cross Country Chase at Cheltenham in 2012 so jumps and stays very well indeed, a major threat but only if the rain stops in Liverpool.[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD] please log in to view this image [/TD] [TD]Cappa Bleu 11/1 - Bet Now[/TD] [TD]An interesting contender who plugged on well last season to finish fourth at Aintree for Evan Williams. Looked in fine fettle when 2nd at Ascot recently and looks to have plenty in his favour this time around, leading claims.[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD] please log in to view this image [/TD] [TD]Oscar Time 33/1 - Bet Now[/TD] [TD]Ran a blinder to finish second in 2011 but after missing the race 12 months ago through injury, he faces a tough task this time around. Should plug on well but the feeling is that his best chance may have slipped by.[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD] please log in to view this image [/TD] [TD]Always Waining 33/1 - Bet Now[/TD] [TD]Aintree specialist who has won the Topham Chase over the National fences on no less than three occasions. Seems to come alive in Liverpool and will relish the jumping test but will surely find a few too good, even if he gets round.[/TD] [/TR] [/TABLE]
[TABLE="class: formList, width: 100%"] [TR] [TD] please log in to view this image [/TD] [TD]Tatenen 66/1 - Bet Now[/TD] [TD]Failed to get round last year and not shown enough this season to expect much more this time. Last seen when sixth in the Grand Annual at Cheltenham which is solid but he is surely lacking the class needed in this company, another one to draw a line through.[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD] please log in to view this image [/TD] [TD]Treacle 40/1 - Bet Now[/TD] [TD]A strong stayer for Tom Taaffe who fell here last year but has long been regarded as the ideal National type. Won last time out over 3m2f on heavy ground so trip expected to suit but 12 now, might just struggle to be good enough at the business end.[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD] please log in to view this image [/TD] [TD]Lost Glory 66/1 - Bet Now[/TD] [TD]A highly progressive chaser who could well be a bit of a dark horse for trainer Jonjo O'Neill. Won his last two starts in good style and although he still needs to prove he is good enough, he could be a nice piece of value at a big a price.[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD] please log in to view this image [/TD] [TD]Swing Bill 66/1 - Bet Now[/TD] [TD]Kept plugging on last year to finish 10th but five pounds more on his back this season and at 12 that is likely to prove too much. Last seen when well down the field in the Kim Muir and with plenty of miles on the clock his best days are surely behind him.[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD] please log in to view this image [/TD] [TD]Saint Are 50/1 - Bet Now[/TD] [TD]A young horse who is highly thought of by connections and could be one to watch over the next few years. Was mid-field in the Kim Muir last month after a good prep at Ascot and although this is likely to be too much, he is by no means a no hoper at a big price.[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD] please log in to view this image [/TD] [TD]Chicago Grey 12/1 - Bet Now[/TD] [TD]A previous winner of the four miler at Cheltenham who bounced back to form last time out with Grade 2 Red Mills win at Navan. If jumping holds up he could well have a major each-way chance here for a trainer looking for second National success.[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD] please log in to view this image [/TD] [TD]Quiscover Fontaine 33/1 - Bet Now[/TD] [TD]Fell last season on his first spin over the National fences and connections will be hopful of a better run 12 months on. Any Willie Mullins horse is to be respected but he was only good enough to finish fifth of eight last time at Thurles and hard to make a case for this one.[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD] please log in to view this image [/TD] [TD]Rare Bob 20/1 - Bet Now[/TD] [TD]A very respectable chaser in his day and trainer Dessie Hughes is expecting a decent run. Was brought down last year and has been solid if unspectacular so far this winter ahead of Aintree, fairly handicapped but may be out of his depth at 12 years old.[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD] please log in to view this image [/TD] [TD]The Rainbow Hunter 66/1 - Bet Now[/TD] [TD]An interesting contender at a big price for National winning trainer Kim Bailey and jockey Aidan Coleman. Ran a solid prep at Ascot last time out when fourth and although he will need to improve significantly, he is not without a chance.[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD] please log in to view this image [/TD] [TD]Becauseicouldntsee 66/1 - Bet Now[/TD] [TD]A strong stayer who very rarely crosses the finish line in first place for connections. He is yet to get round in two National starts and his form this season has been solid at best, hard to make a case for the horse despite being no mug.[/TD] [/TR] [/TABLE]
[TABLE="class: formList, width: 100%"] [TR] [TD] please log in to view this image [/TD] [TD]Harry The Viking 40/1 - Bet Now[/TD] [TD]An entry to be repsected for trainer Paul Nicholls and owner Sir Alex Ferguson. Has proven his stamina in the past but form this season has been in and out at best with Aintree his main target, could get round but questions remain over his class.[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD] please log in to view this image [/TD] [TD]Mr Moonshine 66/1 - Bet Now[/TD] [TD]Another lively outsider who has does have bits of pieces of good form on his record. Best run came when second behind the excellent Cape Tribulation over Christmas but hasn't really kicked in since for Sue Smith, last seen in mid-field at Haydock and has loads to find on recent form.[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD] please log in to view this image [/TD] [TD]Mumbles Head 100/1 - Bet Now[/TD] [TD]Fell on his only start over the National fences in the Becher Chase in December and faces another struggle here. Pulled up before Christmas at Haydock and off track ever since for Peter Bowen, looks one to draw a line through.[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD] please log in to view this image [/TD] [TD]Ninetieth Minute 50/1 - Bet Now[/TD] [TD]Second to stable mate Treacle last month at Down Royal over 3m2f so trip should suit which is a plus. Was well down the field behind Colbert Station at Leopardstown over Christmas though and clearly the second string for Tom Taaffe, doesn't look good enough.[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD] please log in to view this image [/TD] [TD]Auroras Encore 66/1 - Bet Now[/TD] [TD]Best performance came last season when second in the Scottish Grand National but has failed to kick on so far this winter. Last seen when a long way fifth in a listed chase at Kelso and doesn't look anywhere near good enough for this, one to ignore.[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD] please log in to view this image [/TD] [TD]Tarquinius 66/1 - Bet Now[/TD] [TD]Stable in great form at the moment which is a bonus but he did disappoint last time out when starting as favourite in the Leinster National Handicap. Had been in decent form before that and is a rock solid jumper, if you ignore his last run then he looks one of the better outsiders.[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD] please log in to view this image [/TD] [TD]Any Currency 50/1 - Bet Now[/TD] [TD]Last seen finishing down the field in the Cross Country Chase at Cheltenham last month and unlikely to be good enough here. Looks to have a fair weight to run off but shown nothing to suggest he will feature, one to draw a line through.[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD] please log in to view this image [/TD] [TD]Major Malarkey 100/1 - Bet Now[/TD] [TD]Another Twiston-Davies runner who looks to be making up the numbers at a very big price. Pulled up in the Midlands Naitonal last time out on heavy ground but should go better here, National winning trainer on his side but hard to make a case for him here.[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD] please log in to view this image [/TD] [TD]Soll 28/1 - Bet Now[/TD] [TD]Novices have a poor record in the National but Soll is a very good horse who could run a decent race if he gets in. Last seen winning over three miles on heavy ground last month which is encouraging but lack of experience is a major worry, maybe next year.[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD] please log in to view this image [/TD] [TD]Viking Blond 66/1 - Bet Now[/TD] [TD]Will want decent ground but still has plenty to find to feature if he gets in for his second National. Fell last year as a novice but with more experience and a lower mark this time could well get round but hard to see him figuring with the big boys.[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD][/TD] [TD][/TD] [TD][/TD] [/TR] [/TABLE]
[TABLE="class: formList, width: 100%"] [TR] [TD] please log in to view this image [/TD] [TD]Pentiffic 100/1 - Bet Now[/TD] [TD]Unlikely to get in and if he does he may well struggle for National winning trainer. Last seen when fourth in a Veterans Chase at Wincanton and hard to imagine he is anywhere near good enough in this sort of company.[/TD] [/TR] [TR] [TD] please log in to view this image [/TD] [TD]Mortimers Cross 66/1 - Bet Now[/TD] [TD]Won the Scottish Borders National over four miles at Kelso before Christmas so could well be plodding on at the end for trainer John Needham. In truth though this horse is nowhere near good enough to compete at this level if he gets in, one to avoid.[/TD] [/TR] [/TABLE] Who's your pick(s) and why ? Mine are : Colbert Station simply because A.P. chose him over last years 3rd place horse Sunnyhillboy Forpadydeplasterer e/w because he's rarely let me down and I'm a plasterer
Think of the horse Battlefront that collapsed today at Aintree. His condition is said to be delicious
