Kevin Blake's Expert Predictions for the Grand National

The wait is over, Grand National day has finally arrived. Renowned expert Kevin Blake shares his predictions for the top four finishers in the prestigious Aintree race, along with his top betting tips for other events on the card. Before the main event, Blake has his eye on a couple of other races that catch his attention. The William Hill Handicap Hurdle at 13:20 is the first, where he's drawn to KAKA'S COUSIN, trained by Jonjo and AJ O'Neill. This six-year-old has shown great promise, winning two of his four hurdle starts, and his last run at Sandown was particularly encouraging. The step up in distance is expected to suit him, and with a light weight, he's an attractive prospect at a fair price. Another competitive handicap chase is the William Hill Handicap Chase at 14:30, where CRUZ CONTROL, trained by Tom Lacey, could make it three wins in a row. After a 100-day break, he's set to return fresh, and with a 3lb drop in the handicap, he's well-positioned for success. Finally, all eyes turn to the Randox Grand National at 16:00, one of the world's greatest sporting spectacles. Blake has analyzed each runner in a video on the At The Races YouTube channel, but here he provides a concise summary of his top four picks for the big race.