Saturday 6th April GRAND NATIONAL DAY Thread

Indeed was well chuffed with him it was a hard race too but he has been a very hard horse to train apparentlly he can be very moody at times and trying to get him back I think nicholls may be getting him back he has one more fairly big race win in him at least

 

Chicago Grey e/w
Ballabriggs e/w
Any Currency e/w

 

Today is all about Cappa Bleu, but I am also sweet on Cantlow in the listed handicap and I have to say Bears Affair looks overpriced in the Liverpool Hurdle, given that he ran a good race off his handicap mark last time and this isn't a vintage renewal of the race.

 

The 3 I'd go for in the National in this order are Cappa Bleu, Chicago Grey and Imperial Commander. Won't be risking any cash on them though. Far to much of a minefield

 

Solwhit and Cantlow for me tomorrow. I'm not deserting them after Cheltenham.

 

My National 2 are Seabass and Saint Are.

 

And my bumper horses are Tistory and Sgt Reckless. I got 9/2 and 14/1 last night but those prices are gone. Excited about Tistory.

 

Morning all - the 3.25 at Aintree looks like it could be a cracking race. Having sort of studied it i have plumped for Russian War. looks well weighted and 12s is a decent price. Good luck everyone.

Inicdentally, as this is the first real test for channel 4 given it's never covered this meeting before, what do the honourable members of the forum think of the coverage? I must say i'm really impressed. I'm most surprised at mick Fitzgerald - now he's got a much bigger role than he did on the beeb i think he's been excellent. I also liked the bits with Alex Brooker yesterday as its always interesting to see the reaction of a non jockey when they see the chair and Beechers etc. Finally, the inclusion of an equine expert by the parade ring to tell us why this horse is so good etc. has been fascinating. As someoen else said, last night's documentaries were also a joy to watch. Today's obviously the biggest test but so far it's a big thumbs up from me.

 

Lingfield for me today
Bridge that gap
Apache
Hoarding

 

Morning all ...
My main 2 for the National are:-

Colbert Station 12/1 E.W GP Places 1-5
Teaforthree 16/1 E.W GP Places 1-5

An outsider for a bit of fun:-

Any Currency (Woody) - 100/1 E.W GP. Places 1-5. Could be quite topical with the problems in the eurozone!!

My daughters are on Lost Glory 66/1 E.W GP Places 1-5.

My missus is going for Weird Al (one of her sons is called Alex)...Becauseicouldntsee (finds the name funny for going over the national fences) and Seabass (woman jock on board!)... Dont you just love the National for this type of stuff..

Enjoy the day - off to the pub this afternoon with a good ole crowd ...

 

I have 6 horses in the national;

Ballabriggs 33/1 (anti post)
Imperial Commander 14/1
Chicago Grey 14/1
Rare Bob 20/1
Balthazar King 18/1
Roberto Goldback 28/1

All backed EW and combi forecast done too.

In other races I've backed Eduard, Overturn, Smad Place, Zarzal, Ballyoliver

 

Any thoughts on Grand Crus back over the smaller obstacles 11/2 could be a massive price in my eyes

 

I've edited the Aint 3.25 selections as I made a mistake last night.

 

Its a big thumbs up from me ... im glad they arent going round the country to other courses and giving Aintree the coverage it deserves. More time can be spent delivering first class interviews and insight. Clare Balding is so professional running the show and you can see she is well respected by jockeys and trainers. I am glad there is less emphasis on the touch tone screen as that was really embarrassing to watch at time and is so unnecessary.. MickFitzgerald gives some great inside jockey knowledge. ...

I contacted channel 4 when they first started their new style coverage and team as i thought it was poor but they have improved no end and i have been very impressed with their Aintree Coverage so well done Channel 4!!

 

been given Quiscover Fontaine in one sweepstake..... and Viking Blond in anouther i had him last year aswell

 

I hate when you have a ringer in a race like this. You know if you go against him he'll recapture his old form and beat the horse you've backed. If you go with him he'll no doubt run like a donkey

 

Good morning all, and what a morning... Bright sunshine and clear blue skies, with just a hint of a cold breeze to tell us we are not into spring fully yet...!!!

Got to tell you all that Southport last night was awash with money and some very sloshed up punters. It was great night, all be it a very late one, for all taxi drivers. Got done for 4.50ish... It may well be the same tonight if we get a few fav's coming in today...!!!

Just having my breakfast with a good cuppa tea and hopefully that will wake me up enough to pick a winner or 3 today... Well done to all the winners yesterday, lets continue the form through today...

 

Taking a chance on Local Hero 20/1 in the 5.10. 19 lengths behind Zarkander in November on good to soft and I fancy him to go well after 150 days off.