Expert Grand National Predictions by Kevin Blake

The highly anticipated Grand National day has finally arrived, and Kevin Blake is sharing his expert predictions for the top four finishers in the renowned Aintree race, along with his top bets in other races on the card. Before the main event, Blake has his eye on a couple of other races, starting with the William Hill Handicap Hurdle at 13:20. Instead of focusing on the top-weighted favorites, he's betting on the less obvious KAKA'S COUSIN, trained by Jonjo and AJ O'Neill. This six-year-old has shown promise, winning two of his four hurdle starts, and his recent run at Sandown was particularly impressive. The step up in distance is expected to suit him, and with a light weight, he's a promising contender 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 secure his third consecutive win. Having won the race in 2024 and 2025, he's well-rested and has a good chance of repeating his success. The handicapper has given him a 3lb drop, making him an attractive bet. Finally, the Randox Grand National at 16:00 is the main event, and Blake has analyzed each runner in a video on the At The Races YouTube channel. He's narrowed down his top four selections for the iconic race, which remains one of the world's greatest sporting spectacles.