I will deal with the Grand National separately but first I will take a look at the remainder of the day’s racing starting at Aintree. Peddler’s Cross was one of my successful tips at Cheltenham and I will stick with him to give the McCain stable a good start on Grand National day in the 1.45. Najaf looks the main danger.
It might be worth taking a chance with Noble Alan in the 2.15. He will like the ground and comes here on the back of a couple of confidence boosting wins. There are plenty of dangers. Bergo is another that will appreciate conditions, Irish challenger Osana warrants respect while Tataniano could return to form on his favoured ground. At the odds though Noble Alan looks value.
Zaynar will be hard to beat in the 2.50 while I have a short list of 3 in the 3.25, SA Suffit, Carlitos and Dom D’Orgeval.
I will also give you 3 to consider in the 5.00 where I fancy Ghizao, Namour and Ballybriggan.
I also have 3 selections on the all weather at Lingfield – 2.45 Jedi; 3.15 Lord Zenith; 3.50 Aetos.
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