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Good afternoon, everyone. As a taster, I’ve just watched a virtual Grand National legends race in which Red Rum, of course, held off Arkle and Kauto Star, two horses who never actually ran in the National, though Arkle did win the 1964 Irish Grand National. Way back in the field was Sprinter Sacre, not at all suited to course and distance.
And as we approach the Melling Road, it’s over to John Brewin …
