Horse racing is always moving forward and not just in the literal sense. It is a sport where there is no break as the next big race or meet is just around the corner. Resting on your laurels or taking it easy could cost you, and the next winner will be whomever is the hungriest for victory and who worked hardest to get there. This is just for those directly involved in the sport but it can be the same for fans too.
As soon as a major event is over, we move onto the next thing and have to keep up to date to ensure we don’t miss any important happenings or victories. Looking ahead to races can be just the ticket, as you can know all the ins-and-outs before it happens, giving you an edge and maximising your enjoyment.
The Grand National is one of the biggest racing events in the world and is an institution in Britain. The whole country tunes in to see which horse and jockey will triumph. For many people, this will be the only horse racing they watch all year and pay very little attention to all the details and statistics. For racing fans though, it is a major event that has you hooked throughout the year, so you’ll know who’s competing, their training, their results and much more.
The 2017 Grand National may have only just happened, with Irish jockey Derek Fox taking the win with One for Arthur. If you want to be in the know and start getting ready for Grand National 2018 then you’re in the right place. The event has been scheduled for 12th-14th April, with general tickets going on sale closer to the date, though early bird packages are already available.
The Grand National is one of the only times a year people will bet so knowing the odds early can help you get in on the fun. For the more serious fans, you want to keep your eyes on the odds to get the best bet and to know who to watch. Many sites will be listing odds as early as they can, so using a site such as Bookmaker Ratings will help you keep on top of what UK bookmakers think about the race.
Horses are already in contention for the race, with One for Arthur, Cause of Courses, Vicente returning. Some other racers with good odds at the time of writing include Minella Rocco, Blaklion, Definitely Red, Pleasant Company, Don Poli and Our Duke. Some outsiders with lower odds are Southfield Royale, Vintage Clouds, Haymount, Alpha Des Obeaux, Tiger Roll, and Saint Are. Of course, this will likely to change, whether it’s the odds or racers, so coming back and checking the available info is key.
The Grand National is exciting every year and 2018’s race will likely be no exception. If you can’t wait, make sure you stay up to date right here.
