The third and final day of the Randox Grand National Festival is headlined by the big race on Saturday afternoon, as the 2023 Grand National race takes place at Aintree Racecourse.
One of the most famous races in the world, the Grand National is one of the highlights on the sporting calendar each year and attracts plenty of betting interest.
With 40 different horses to choose from, it’s no surprise that novice bettors regularly want tips when it comes to betting on the Grand National. If that’s what you are after, then you’ve come to the right place.
Below, we have picked out three tips ahead of Saturday’s Grand National, as well as the best places to bet on the race online.
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Where to bet on the Grand National
Tip 1: Corach Rambler to win @ 9/1 with bet365*
The ante-post favourite for much of the build-up to the Grand National, Corach Rambler looks a great bet to be in the mix at the business end of the race. The Dan Skelton-trained horse has been heavily backed and impressed as a 6/1 to winner at Cheltenham last month. Bet £10 on Corach Rambler to win the Grand National with bet365 to get £30 in free bets.
*Odds correct at the time of publishing.
Tip 2: Back On The Lash EW @ 25/1 with Betfred*
Back On The Lash looks good value for an EW bet at 25/1. Jumps well and should have the endurance to go the distance, whilst also carrying one of the lightest weights in the race which will prove advantageous in the closing stages. Bet £10 on Back On The Lash with Betfred to get £40 in bonuses.
*Odds correct at the time of publishing.
Tip 3: Mister Coffey EW @ 40/1 with William Hill*
Runner-up in five of the last eight hurdle races won, Mister Coffey is our second EW selection at 40/1. Beaten comfortably by Gaillard Du Mesnil at Cheltenham, but stays well and consistently in the mix and will always have a chance when ridden by Nico De Boinville. Bet £10 on Mister Coffey in the Grand National with William Hill to get a £10 free bet to use on Sunday.
*Odds correct at the time of publishing.
How we choose our Grand National Tips
When selecting our Grand National tips, there is a list of criteria that we will check before confidently backing a horse. Far from simply selecting a number or favourite colour, research goes into the tips and we will always look at the following before making a selection.
Form
Form is perhaps the most important factor when it comes to choosing horses not only in the Grand National, but in any race. This can tell you all about how the horse has been performing over a number of seasons and give information on how often they pull up or unseat their rider. Horses with good form will always be more fancied heading into the Grand National.
Age
Another big factor is the age of the horse and the trends that can be spotted from looking into the ages of previous winners. For example, each of the last seven winners of the Grand National have been aged nine or under, with four of them being eight-year-olds. No 11-year-old has won the race since 2014 when Pineau De Re was the victor, in turn becoming the third consecutive 11-year-old to win the Grand National. In recent years, the race has better suited the single-digit horses.
Weight
The third factor we will look at is the weight of each horse. Seven of the last 10 winners of the Grand National have weighed 10-13 or less and horses carrying more than 11-3 have tended to struggle. Only the most special horses have been able to overcome the heavier weights, such as Tiger Roll and Many Clouds, who themselves were one-off horses. Each of our three selections above weight less than 11 stone, given the trends in recent Grand Nationals.
FAQs
When is the Grand National?
The 2023 Grand National will take place on Saturday, 15th April.
How many runners are in the Grand National?
There are a total of 40 runners declared for this year’s Grand National.
Who won last year’s Grand National?
The 2022 Grand National was won by 50/1 shot Noble Yeats.
Where is the Grand National held?
The Grand National takes place annually at Aintree Racecourse in Merseyside, England.
What time is the Grand National?
The Grand National will start at 5:15pm GMT.
What TV channel is the Grand National on?
The Grand National will be broadcast live on ITV1 and Racing TV in the United Kingdom.
Where can I get Grand National free bets?
Grand National free bets can be attained above with Betfred, William Hill and bet365.