Expert Grand National Predictions by Kevin Blake

The wait is over, and Grand National day has finally arrived. Kevin Blake reveals his predicted top four finishers for the iconic Aintree event, along with his top betting tips for other races on the card. Before the main event, Blake has identified two promising races with potential winners. The William Hill Handicap Hurdle at 13:20 is the first, where he favors 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 performance in a competitive novices' handicap hurdle at Sandown suggests he is ready for a step up in distance, which could bring out his best. With a light weight, he offers attractive odds for a strong run. The William Hill Handicap Chase at 14:30 is another competitive event, where CRUZ CONTROL, trained by Tom Lacey, could secure his third consecutive win. Having won the race in 2024 and 2025, he returns fresh after a 100-day break, with a generous 3lb drop in his handicap mark, making him an enticing prospect. Finally, attention turns to the Randox Grand National at 16:00, one of the world's most spectacular sporting events. Blake has analyzed each runner in a video on the At The Races YouTube channel and will provide a concise summary of his top four selections for the big race.