Market movement: Which horses’ odds have shortened for the 2024 Grand National?

The horse has demonstrated proficiency in heavy ground and possesses ample stamina. His Racing Post Rating of 169 from the Bobbyjo Chase indicates potential for improvement on his official National mark of 159. Owned by McManus, he was acquired after winning the Paddy Power Chase and subsequently finished third in the Ultima at the Cheltenham Festival. Trained by Mullins, the […]

Sheila Lewis returns to winners’ circle and plans French adventure after Straw Fan Jack’s third place at the festival

Lewis expressed the significance of the upcoming event, stating that it holds particular importance due to the recent loss of Volcano. He mentioned a Grade 3 chase taking place in early May over a distance of two-mile-four. He emphasized the need for the horse to secure a position within the first five to cover the transportation expenses. Additionally, he pointed […]

Evan Williams seeks Grade 1 upset with Libberty Hunter at Aintree, says ‘It’s surprising what can happen’.

The Welsh trainer has had success with two winners out of the 16 Grade 1 runners in the past six years. Additionally, half of the runners have achieved a top-three finish at an average starting price of 20-1. Libberty Hunter now has the responsibility of replicating the Grade 1 victories of Esprit Du Large and Silver Streak. Esprit Du Large […]

Shark Hanlon weighs Aintree chase and hurdle options for Hewick as trainer hopes rain holds off

Hewick has built a remarkable CV in horse racing, winning the bet365 Gold Cup, Galway Plate, American Grand National, and Oaksey Chase. His crowning achievement came in December at the Kempton, where he won the King George VI Chase with a late surge. Trainer Hanlon intended to enter the nine-year-old horse in the recent Cheltenham Gold Cup but decided against […]

Weird Results and Short-Priced Failures Shake Punters Ahead of Grand National Weekend

We are approaching the biggest betting race of the year with a sense of unease, as we have witnessed unexpected outcomes and overlooked competitors emerging victorious. One such instance was a 30-100 shot who had shown remarkable performance at Kempton over Christmas but disappointingly finished last in a recent race. Jockey James Reveley described the horse’s sudden loss of energy […]