Kevin Blake's Expert Grand National Predictions

The highly anticipated Grand National day has finally arrived, and Kevin Blake is sharing his top four predicted finishers for the renowned Aintree race, along with his top bets for other races on the card. Before the main event, Blake has identified two promising races, starting with the William Hill Handicap Hurdle at 13:20. He's drawn to KAKA'S COUSIN, a relatively unexposed six-year-old trained by Jonjo and AJ O'Neill, who has shown promise in his four starts over hurdles. The step up in distance is expected to suit him, and with a light weight, he could perform well at a favorable 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. After a 100-day break, CRUZ CONTROL's connections seem to be following a similar strategy to last year, and with a 3lb drop in the handicap, he has a solid chance. Finally, Blake turns his attention to the Randox Grand National at 16:00, one of the world's most spectacular sporting events. Having analyzed the race in detail, Blake will provide his top four selections for the Grand National, available in a concise summary.