Expert Grand National Predictions by Kevin Blake

The Grand National has finally arrived, and Kevin Blake is sharing his expert predictions for the top four finishers in the iconic Aintree race, as well as his best bets in other events on the card. Before the main event, there are a couple of races that have caught his attention. The William Hill Handicap Hurdle at 13:20 is the first, where he's backing the relatively unexposed 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 noteworthy. The step up in distance and his light weight make him an attractive choice 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, and with his connections aiming for a repeat performance, he looks like a solid contender, especially given Tom Lacey's team is in excellent form. Finally, attention turns to the Randox Grand National at 16:00, one of the world's most spectacular sporting events. Without repeating his detailed analysis from the At The Races column, Kevin Blake will provide his concise top four selections for the Grand National.