Grand National Runners
On this page you can find the full list of runners for the Grand National in 2014. 115 horses were officially entered on January 28th 2014 with weights announced on February 11th. All the horses detailed below are those for which Paddy Power Bookmakers are taking ante-post bets on.
The horses are ordered by their number 1-40 and each has a rating plus you can also view more information on the horses form, trainer and a brief overview by clicking on the tabs. If you prefer you can view the Grand National runners in racecard format on our odds page.
Paddy Power Bookmakers are paying out 5 places each way and new customers can also get a £20 free bet deal.
He's the horse that just keeps on giving for trainer Paul Nicholls. A recent third place in the Coral Welsh National after an epic run and all signs pointed to Aintree. Click Here to bet on this horse
- FORM:
- 1-1532
- AGE:
- 13
He may be 13 years old but that doesn't seem to have put a dent in his abilities. Was entered last year but withdrawn shortly after weights were announced due to injury.
- JOCKEY:
- Unknown
As yet no jockey has been finalised for Tidal Bay but duties have recently been shared between Daryl Jacob and Sam Twiston-Davies.
- TRAINER:
- PAUL NICHOLLS
A Grand National winner in 2012 with Neptune Collonges, Paul Nicholls is a phenomenal trainer who had 12th place in 2013 with Join Together.
A previous Cheltenham Gold Cup winner and overall terrific horse but occasionally his jumping ability is questionable though his speed is not. Click Here to bet on this horse
- FORM:
- 2-54U1
- AGE:
- 9
One of the highest rated horses set to run this year and a Gold Cup winner and seems to be back on track with a recent win at Kelso.
- JOCKEY:
- Unknown
As yet no jockey has been finalised for Long Run however Sam Waley-Cohen will undoubtedly be first choice.
- TRAINER:
- NICKY HENDERSON
The current holder of the Champion Trainer title but has never won the Grand National, something he hopes to change this year.
Third highest rated horse entered for 2014 and has just returned after a spell in the US where he ran four races after being bought from previous owner in July 2013. Click Here to bet on this horse
- FORM:
- 3-68693
- AGE:
- 9
Won the Betfred Bowl Chase at Aintree in 2012, and 4th in the Byrne group Plate at Cheltenham last year and has won or placed 13 times from 17 chase starts!
- JOCKEY:
- Unknown
As yet no jockey has been finalised for Hunt Ball but Nick Scholfield usually partners him.
- TRAINER:
- NICKY HENDERSON
The current holder of the Champion Trainer title but has never won the Grand National, something he hopes to change this year.
Mixed season so far with both wins and falls but very experienced horse with 29 chase starts resulting in 10 wins and 8 places. Click Here to bet on this horse
- FORM:
- F21P27
- AGE:
- 9
4th highest weighted for the 2014 Grand National on 11-06 but the good news is that he usually runs off far more than that but he'll need the ground very soft.
- JOCKEY:
- Unknown
As yet no jockey has been finalised for Roi Du Mee.
- TRAINER:
- GORDON ELLIOTT
Winning trainer back in 2007 with Silverbirch on his first Grand National attempt and has a very good chance with Roi Du Mee this year.
Trained by Nicky Henderson and the Hennessy Gold Cup winner in 2013. He's the clear ante-post favourite but at only 7 years old, the odds may be short but they are stacked against him. Click Here to bet on this horse
- FORM:
- 81-131
- AGE:
- 7
He may only be 7 years old but with 12 chase starts returning 6 wins and three places including the Hennessy Gold Cup, it's hard to fault him.
- JOCKEY:
- Unknown
As yet no jockey has been finalised for Triolo D'Alene. Barry Geraghty is his primary jockey.
- TRAINER:
- NICKY HENDERSON
The current holder of the Champion Trainer title but has never won the Grand National, something he hopes to change this year.
8 year old trained by Paul Nicholls who finished 3rd in the Mildmay Novices Chase at Aintree last year, and has already finished 2nd at Cheltenham this season. Click Here to bet on this horse
- FORM:
- 1113-22
- AGE:
- 8
Impeccable form and 2nd to Triolo D'Alene in the Hennessy Gold Cup at Newbury. Has the pace, stamina and jumping credentials to make him Nicholl's best chance at a 2nd National win.
- JOCKEY:
- Unknown
As yet no jockey has been finalised for Rocky Creek although Daryl Jacob has partnered him on the last couple of runs.
- TRAINER:
- PAUL NICHOLLS
A Grand National winner in 2012 with Neptune Collonges, Paul Nicholls is a phenomenal trainer who had 12th place in 2013 with Join Together.
Trained by Venetia Williams, Katenko finished 4th in the Becher Chase over the Grand National fences back in December, all good signs that he is more than capable of getting around the course. Click Here to bet on this horse
- FORM:
- 11-F443
- AGE:
- 8
Still only 8 years old, Katenko is a fine chaser who has returned 5 wins and 2 places from 16 chase starts and well able to navigate the National course.
- JOCKEY:
- Unknown
As yet no jockey has been finalised for Katenko but usually partnered with Aidan Coleman.
- TRAINER:
- VENETIA WILLIAMS
A Grand National winner in 2009 with 100/1 long shot Mon Mome, Williams will make history by becoming the first female trainer to win two Grand Nationals if successful this year.
A solid horse who had a small blip in form at the end of last season but more likely to go to Cheltenham. Click Here to bet on this horse
- FORM:
- 11FF-16
- AGE:
- 9
Got 11-03 for the National but with 3 options at Cheltenham don't be surprised if he's scratched to go there instead as weight is high for his OR of 150, though the handicapper puts him at 154.
- JOCKEY:
- Unknown
As yet no jockey has been finalised for Boston Bob.
- TRAINER:
- WILLIE MULLINS
Ireland's Champion Trainer and a winner with Hedgehunter in 2005, if anyone can win the Grand National it will be him especially with the calibre of horses he has at hand.
Ran in both 2012 and 2013 but fell in both, back for a third attempt with recent win in Thyestes Chase a good indicator. Click Here to bet on this horse
- FORM:
- 176611
- AGE:
- 10
Fell in two previous Grand Nationals despite going off on very short odds. Has returned to form recently with a solid win in the Thyestes Chase which saw odds slashed immediately.
- JOCKEY:
- Unknown
As yet no jockey has been finalised for On His Own but Ruby Walsh partnered him in 2013.
- TRAINER:
- WILLIE MULLINS
Ireland's Champion Trainer and a winner with Hedgehunter in 2005, if anyone can win the Grand National it will be him especially with the calibre of horses he has at hand.
Highly rated horse who's been excellent in his career so far but very light on chase experience with only six starts and has run this season. Click Here to bet on this horse
- FORM:
- F1115-U
- AGE:
- 10
Aptly named, Bog Warrior isn't a fan of the quick dry ground so connections may be praying for rain and lots of it if he's to have a decent chance of placing.
- JOCKEY:
- Unknown
As yet no jockey has been finalised for Bog Warrior.
- TRAINER:
- AJ MARTIN
A top class amateur rider, Tony Martin has been considered one of the shrewdest trainers in Ireland for well over a decade.
Has run twice in the Grand National finishing third in 2012 and 13th in 2013 but has only run once, in France, since then. Click Here to bet on this horse
- FORM:
- 3/230-62
- AGE:
- 11
11 years old and was a disappointing 13th last year despite being first horse to go off as favourite with female jockey on board. Hoping for better in 2014.
- JOCKEY:
- Unknown
As yet no jockey has been finalised for Seabass but Katie Walsh has partnered him for last two Grand Nationals.
- TRAINER:
- TED WALSH
Ted Walsh is the Grand National winning trainer of Papillion and father to Ruby and Katie Walsh who provides commentary for Channel4Racing.
Spent the fist six years in France where he was phenomenally successful and has earned connections in excess of £675K in career earnings. Click Here to bet on this horse
- FORM:
- 7P-5535
- AGE:
- 8
Finished 3rd at Ascot on most recent run out and although a terrific horse it could be argued that he's a 3 miler and may not be able to go the full distance.
- JOCKEY:
- Unknown
As yet no jockey has been finalised for Kauto Stone but Sam Twiston-Davies partnered him on his last run out.
- TRAINER:
- PAUL NICHOLLS
The current holder of the Champion Trainer title but has never won the Grand National, something he hopes to change this year.
Looking good with four back-to-back wins under his belt since March 2013 but hasn't run since June 2013 and is a possible entry at Cheltenham. Click Here to bet on this horse
- FORM:
- 2U11-11
- AGE:
- 11
Has stamina in bucket loads and performs very well on good ground so Aintree should be ideal and a weight of 11-01 is ideal as he runs and wins on much more.
- JOCKEY:
- Unknown
As yet no jockey has been finalised for Mossey Joe
- TRAINER:
- ENDA BOLGER
A terrific trainer who's notched up several cross country wins at Cheltenham, most famously Garde Champetre and L'Ami.
has re-captured the winning form of past seasons but has returned a win or a place 11 times from 18 chase starts. Click Here to bet on this horse
- FORM:
- 5-F475P
- AGE:
- 10
has been given 11-01 for the Grand National and should be okay with that but his form isn't great and he does run better on heavy or soft ground.
- JOCKEY:
- Unknown
As yet no jockey has been finalised for Quito De La Roque
- TRAINER:
- COLM MURPHY
Worked with Aidan O'Brien for 6 years before deciding to go into training himself and is based in Wexford, Ireland.
Usually on very good form but had a teeny blip with a 10th place at Aintree last April and a 9th on seasonal return followed by a solid win at Newbury. Click Here to bet on this horse
- FORM:
- 2110-912
- AGE:
- 9
Owned by JP McManus, and did well to finish 2nd at Cheltenham last time out. Would probably prefer softer ground if he runs.
- JOCKEY:
- Unknown
As yet no jockey has been finalised for Cantlow.
- TRAINER:
- PAUL WEBBER
Based in Banbury and has a website that has to be read to be believed - hilariously honest and refreshing look at a trainers life!
Had high hopes when he ran in the 2013 renewal with AP McCoy on board but unseated and with only three runs since has sketchy form at best. Click Here to bet on this horse
- FORM:
- 11U-03U0
- AGE:
- 10
His decent run seemed to stop abruptly in February 2013 and the 4 runs since, including the 2013 National, have only produced two unseatings, a 10th place and a 3rd place at Navan.
- JOCKEY:
- Unknown
As yet no jockey has been finalised for Colbert Station. Duties are usually split between AP McCoy and Mark Walsh.
- TRAINER:
- TED WALSH
A Grand National winning trainer, Ted Walsh is father to both Ruby and Katie Walsh and came close to winning again with Seabass in 2012.
Very young at just 7-years-old but is on excellent form this season with four wins and three second places and beat Roi Du Mee back in October. Click Here to bet on this horse
- FORM:
- 122122
- AGE:
- 7
No doubting he's a great horse but can he go the distance? Only one race start at 3m or more and didn't win or place but does like the ground good so that will go in his favour.
- JOCKEY:
- Unknown
As yet no jockey has been finalised for Toner D'Oudaires.
- TRAINER:
- GORDON ELLIOTT
Winning trainer back in 2007 with Silverbirch on his first Grand National attempt and has a very good chance with Roi Du Mee this year.
2nd in the Topham Chase at Aintree last year, he can certainly get around the course but has never won beyond 2m3f so a Grand National win would be tricky. Click Here to bet on this horse
- FORM:
- 22P52-U4
- AGE:
- 9
Unseated last time at Aintree but it was a career first and hasn't raced since then - October 2013.
- JOCKEY:
- Unknown
As yet no jockey has been finalised for Walkon but Robert Thornton usually partners him.
- TRAINER:
- ALAN KING
Alan King moved to Barbury Castle in 2000, which has since been improved and expanded in the quest for more winners.
Definietly Philip Hobbs best chance of winning the 2014 Grand National if the going is Good, will not run if the going gets too soft. Click Here to bet on this horse
- FORM:
- 20P-111
- AGE:
- 10
Fresh off three back-to-back wins, two of which were at Cheltenham and finished 15th in the 2013 National so can definitely get around the course.
- JOCKEY:
- Unknown
As yet no jockey has been finalised for Balthazar King but Richard Johnson partnered him last year.
- TRAINER:
- PHILIP HOBBS
A trainer who has also ridden in the Grand National as a jockey, still waiting for the elusive win but four solid entries this year.
8 years old and has won and come second in some very big races this season including 2nd in the Kerry National Handicap Chase and a win in the Topaz Novices Chase. Click Here to bet on this horse
- FORM:
- 21221U
- AGE:
- 8
Unseated last time out but up to then had been on excellent form when ridden by AP McCoy. Got 10-13 for the National which is very do-able but hasn't won or placed beyond 3m.
- JOCKEY:
- Unknown
As yet no jockey has been finalised for Carlingford Lough.
- TRAINER:
- JOHN KIELY
Kiely is one of the most respected members of the training ranks and has been in the training business for over 20 years.
Winner of the Betfred Chase at Aintree in 2012 but pulled up on his most recent run which also happened to be at Aintree. Click Here to bet on this horse
- FORM:
- P76-52P
- AGE:
- 10
No doubting his ability - he ran in the 2013 Gold Cup and has run at Aintree five times, winning two of them but never placed so is he an all or nothing horse?
- JOCKEY:
- Unknown
As yet no jockey has been finalised for Wayward Prince but Jack Doyle usually partners him.
- TRAINER:
- HILARY PARROTT
Has said of Wayward Prince "He doesn't go on soft ground" so keep that in mind if there's watering and rain at Aintree!
Pulled up in last year's Grand National but is trained by winner Sue Smith and has just come off back-to-back wins so looking good. Click Here to bet on this horse
- FORM:
- 457311
- AGE:
- 10
Has had a decent season so far and has been weighted quite favourably on 10-12 and should do well as has run at Aintree five times, placing twice.
- JOCKEY:
- Unknown
As yet no jockey has been finalised for Mr Moonshine.
- TRAINER:
- SUE SMITH
Winning trainer in 2013 with the recently retired Auroras Encore and aiming to be the first female trainer to win back-to-back Grand Nationals.
Finished 2nd in the 2012 Coral Welsh National and went on to finish 3rd in the 2013 National. Back again for a second bite of the apple. Click Here to bet on this horse
- FORM:
- 6203-92
- AGE:
- 10
Finished 2nd in 2012 Coral Welsh National and 9th in 2013. May have another run before Aintree and looks as good this year for a place as he did last year.
- JOCKEY:
- Unknown
As yet no jockey has been finalised for Teaforthree but Nick Scholfield ran him in last year's Grand National.
- TRAINER:
- REBECCA CURTIS
A great Welsh based trainer, Rebecca Curtis has come to prominence since the success of Teaforthree.
Led for most of the 2013 renewal, it looked like Across The Bay was going to give McCain a 2nd win but he tired and finished in 14th place. Click Here to bet on this horse
- FORM:
- 710-581U
- AGE:
- 10
Winner of the Last Fling Chase at Haydock back in December and still only 10 years old, the fact that he got around in 2013 bodes well.
- JOCKEY:
- Unknown
As yet no jockey has been finalised for Across The Bay but Jason Maguire partnered him in 2013.
- TRAINER:
- DONALD MCCAIN
Grand National winning trainer in 2011 with Ballabriggs, Donald McCain has a strong hand this year with three entries.
Is currently on the best form of any entry this year with five back-to-back wins since June 2013 and does very well on Good ground - worth an each-way bet. Click Here to bet on this horse
- FORM:
- F11111
- AGE:
- 8
Ticks a lot of the right boxes to be a serious contender and has been given a very decent weight of 10-11 - his second lowest weight for nearly three years!
- JOCKEY:
- Unknown
As yet no jockey has been finalised for Double Seven.
- TRAINER:
- MARTIN BRASSIL
A Grand National winning trainer back in 2006 with 11/1 shot Numbersixvalverde so knows how to get them past the winning post.
Trained by Alan King, Godsmejudge is the winner of the 2013 Scottish Grand National but pulled-up on his most recent run-out. Click Here to bet on this horse
- FORM:
- 131-5P
- AGE:
- 8
A terrific 8-year-old who has returned three wins and three places from just nine chase starts. Stamina and jumping ability not in question but did pull up last time out at Sandown.
- JOCKEY:
- Unknown
As yet no jockey has been finalised for Godsmejudge but duties are usually shared between Robert Thornton and Wayne Hutchinson.
- TRAINER:
- ALAN KING
Alan King moved to Barbury Castle in 2000, which has since been improved and expanded in the quest for more winners.
Last three runs have been terrible with two refusals and a pull-up, prior to that was running superbly, hopefully form can improve. Click Here to bet on this horse
- FORM:
- 311-1PRP
- AGE:
- 9
Won both the H'cap Hurdle and H'cap Chase at last year's festival within two days of each other but has refused on 2 of last 3 runs.
- JOCKEY:
- Unknown
As yet no jockey has been finalised for Battle Group.
- TRAINER:
- JOHNNY FARRELLY
Johnny Farrelly used to be a jockey but is now an up and coming trainer who is based in Bridgwater.
8 years old and has been given a reasonable 10-10 for the National, the lowest weight he will ever have run off but not the most experienced chaser. Click Here to bet on this horse
- FORM:
- 5-05103
- AGE:
- 8
May not even qualify as has never even started a race of more than 2m6f and needs to place at over 3m so doubtful to run.
- JOCKEY:
- Unknown
As yet no jockey has been finalised for Buckers Bridge
- TRAINER:
- HENRY DE BROMHEAD
Known for training great horses like Sizing Europe and Sizing Australia, De Bromhead has also worked for the world renowned Coolmore operation.
A solid horse who could prove to be worth a savvy each-way bet as he has previously won the Irish Grand National and the long distances suit him. Click Here to bet on this horse
- FORM:
- PP-5714
- AGE:
- 12
He may be 12 but he's been given a decent 10-10 for the Grand National and has just won at Fairyhouse and can run on most types of ground.
- JOCKEY:
- Unknown
As yet no jockey has been finalised for Lion Na Bearnai.
- TRAINER:
- THOMAS GIBNEY
Based in Kells, Co. Meath, Ireland, Thomas Gibney is no stranger to the winners podium and would undoubtedly like to add the Aintree Grand National to the list.
Entered twice before but withdrawn both times due to late injury. Can he eventually get to the Grand National? On a very winnable 10-10. Click Here to bet on this horse
- FORM:
- 2-3094
- AGE:
- 11
HLast three races haven't been great - 13th in the Hennessy, last in the Lexus Chase and 4th from 7 runners at Thurles. Mullins will be hoping for more.
- JOCKEY:
- Unknown
As yet no jockey has been finalised for Prince De Beauchene.
- TRAINER:
- WILLIE MULLINS
Ireland's Champion Trainer and a winner with Hedgehunter in 2005, if anyone can win the Grand National it will be him especially with the calibre of horses he has at hand.
Will be lucky to make it to the starting line-up. Hasn't run since Feb 2012 and only ran once in 2011 and is now 13 years old. Click Here to bet on this horse
- FORM:
- 3/1/P1/0
- AGE:
- 13
If he stays in it will be nothing short of a miracle unless trainer Vaughan has an epic prep plan up his sleeve. One race in two years does not a Grand National winner make.
- JOCKEY:
- Unknown
As yet no jockey has been finalised for Massini's Maguire.
- TRAINER:
- TIM VAUGHAN
Tim Vaughan Racing was launched in 2008 and has sent out over 500 winners to date.
Owned by Ex-rugby players Mike Tindall, James Simpson-Daniel and Nicky Robinson. Monebeg Dude recently won the Coral Welsh National and on that performance must be fancied. Click Here to bet on this horse
- FORM:
- U113P-341
- AGE:
- 9
A winner last time out at Cheltenham, stayed on strongly and improving jumping ability, importantly has Aintree experience on his side.
- JOCKEY:
- Unknown
As yet no jockey has been finalised for Monbeg Dude. Paul Carberry rode him to Victory in the Coral Welsh National.
- TRAINER:
- MICHAEL SCUDAMORE
Michael Scudamore has only been in the training game for five years, part of the Scudamore racing dynasty he's already won the Welsh National with this horse.
A horse that has not quite lived up to expectations and although previously entered into the Grand National has never run in it but has gone to Cheltenham 11 times. Click Here to bet on this horse
- FORM:
- 0PU-203
- AGE:
- 9
Hasn't been on his greatest form and only managed 3rd place in a recent point-to-point run at Nenagh. Would be surprising if he stayed in contention.
- JOCKEY:
- Unknown
As yet no jockey has been finalised for Quantitativeeasing.
- TRAINER:
- ENDA BOLGER
A terrific trainer who's notched up several cross country wins at Cheltenham, most famously Garde Champetre and L'Ami.
Missed out on the win in 2012 by the shortest margin in history and was unfortunate to unseat at the 30th fence in 2013. Click Here to bet on this horse
- FORM:
- /5PU-01
- AGE:
- 11
This will be his 3rd Grand National and is fresh off the back of a sterling win at Cheltenham on December 13th but his rating has dropped over the last last 12 months.
- JOCKEY:
- Unknown
As yet no jockey has been finalised for Sunnyhillboy but Richie McLernon has partnered him for both previous Grand Nationals.
- TRAINER:
- JONJO O'NEILL
A Grand National winner with Dont Push It in 2010, Jonjo O'Neill is a terrific trainer who will seriously challenge rivals for the Champion Trainer title over the next few years.
9 year old from trainer Peter Maher, Big Shu won the Glenfarclas Chase at Cheltenham last year so has more than enough stamina for Aintree. Click Here to bet on this horse
- FORM:
- 74211-2
- AGE:
- 9
A solid chaser who won a couple of big races at Cheltenham and Punchestown last season but has yet to run this season.
- JOCKEY:
- Unknown
As yet no jockey has been finalised for Big Shu.
- TRAINER:
- PETER MAHER
Peter Maher is an Irish trainer based in Donore, Co Kildare
A really good horse who had previously run and won at Aintree but who's form has dipped this season. Three back-to-back runs at Cheltenham haven't produced expected results. Click Here to bet on this horse
- FORM:
- 42/509P8
- AGE:
- 10
Was entered into the 2012 Grand National but given a very high weight and was subsequently withdrawn. Rating has dropped since then and so has the weight which is a very manageable 10-08.
- JOCKEY:
- Unknown
As yet no jockey has been finalised for Burton Port.
- TRAINER:
- JONJO O'NEILL
A Grand National winner with Dont Push It in 2010, Jonjo O'Neill is a terrific trainer who will seriously challenge rivals for the Champion Trainer title over the next few years.
Ran in 2012 but fell at the second fence. Ran in the Becher Chase in 2013 but was pulled up although two decent runs followed. Click Here to bet on this horse
- FORM:
- 5P4348
- AGE:
- 11
A solid and experienced chaser who never seems to produce the goods on the big occasions pulling up at Cheltenham, Scottish National, Irish National and Becher Chase in last 2 years.
- JOCKEY:
- Unknown
As yet no jockey has been finalised for Junior.
- TRAINER:
- DAVID PIPE
A terrific trainer and son of legendary Martin Pipe. David won the Grand National in 2008 with Comply Or Die.
Only one run this season in the Hennessy Gold Cup and finished 7th. Solid horse but may need more Chase experience to seriously contend. Click Here to bet on this horse
- FORM:
- 124-75
- AGE:
- 9
Pulled-up on his only run at Aintree, back in April 2012. Looked good at Newbury but finished a full 20L behind Triolo D'Alene so maybe a little off the pace.
- JOCKEY:
- Unknown
As yet no jockey has been finalised for Our Father.
- TRAINER:
- DAVID PIPE
A terrific trainer and son of legendary Martin Pipe. David won the Grand National in 2008 with Comply Or Die.
Trained by Paul Nicholls, is 8-years-old and from 8 chase starts has won three and placed twice and has run all of his last seven races at Cheltenham and nowhere else! Click Here to bet on this horse
- FORM:
- 93-961
- AGE:
- 8
Has only run at Cheltenham since 2012 with mixed results and may be just a little too young and inexperienced for Aintree this time around and will probably go back to Cheltenham instead.
- JOCKEY:
- Unknown
As yet no jockey has been finalised for Sire Collonges.
- TRAINER:
- PAUL NICHOLLS
A Grand National winner in 2012 with Neptune Collonges, Paul Nicholls is a phenomenal trainer who had 12th place in 2013 with Join Together.
Spent bulk of his career in France but the last three years racing in the UK but that has only been for six races. Click Here to bet on this horse
- FORM:
- 2734/P
- AGE:
- 8
Has only had one race since March 2012 and that was at Wetherby in November 2013 where he pulled-up, would be a surprise if he actually made it to the National.
- JOCKEY:
- Unknown
As yet no jockey has been finalised for Mon Parrain.
- TRAINER:
- Paul Nicholls
A Grand National winner in 2012 with Neptune Collonges, Paul Nicholls is a phenomenal trainer who had 12th place in 2013 with Join Together.
When he's on, he's on with 5 wins from 14 chase starts but if he doesn't feel it then he's prone to refuse or unseat his rider. Click Here to bet on this horse
- FORM:
- R3-51P
- AGE:
- 9
Pulled up on last run out at Cheltenham but won in the previous race, also at Cheltenham. A temperamental horse but can do very well.
- JOCKEY:
- Unknown
As yet no jockey has been finalised for Alvarado but Paul Moloney has partnered him on the last 8 runs.
- TRAINER:
- FERGAL O'BRIEN
Fergal O’ Brien is a trainer who spent the past 19 years as Head Lad at the hugely successful Nigel Twiston-Davies yard.
11 year old Aflie Sherrin is trained by Jonjo O'Neill and will be attempting his first Grand National in 2014. A solid horse on reasonably good form. Click Here to bet on this horse
- FORM:
- 3/374-4
- AGE:
- 11
Mixed results from Alfie Sherrin but has been running well lately but only had one prep race so far this season - 4th place at Haydock back in November.
- JOCKEY:
- Unknown
As yet no jockey has been finalised for Alfie Sherrin.
- TRAINER:
- JONJO O'NEILL
A Grand National winner with Dont Push It in 2010, Jonjo O'Neill is a terrific trainer who will seriously challenge rivals for the Champion Trainer title over the next few years.
7 year old from trainer David Pipe who has already had 4 wins this season and from 8 chase starts has won four of them. Click Here to bet on this horse
- FORM:
- F111170
- AGE:
- 7
Very young at just seven years old but has had 8 chase starts, winning four of them. Can go the distance but will need the going good.
- JOCKEY:
- Unknown
As yet no jockey has been finalised for Standing Ovation but Conor O'Farrell usually partners him.
- TRAINER:
- DAVID PIPE
A terrific trainer and son of legendary Martin Pipe. David won the Grand National in 2008 with Comply Or Die.
10 year old trained by Philip Hobbs who has also ran in the 2011 National but was pulled up, and was out for all of 2012 with injury. Back properly this season. Click Here to bet on this horse
- FORM:
- P/4-P85
- AGE:
- 10
Reported to have burst a blood vessel back in December 2011 that kept him out of action for all of 2012. Ran once in Feb 2013 before taking another extended break until this season.
- JOCKEY:
- Unknown
As yet no jockey has been finalised for Quinz.
- TRAINER:
- PHILIP HOBBS
A trainer who has also ridden in the Grand National as a jockey, still waiting for the elusive win but four solid entries this year.
11 year old trained by Martin Keighley who has also ran in the 2013 Grand National finishing in 17th place. Click Here to bet on this horse
- FORM:
- 0-P5325
- AGE:
- 11
Got around the course in 2013 to finish 17th and has had a really good season so far with places at two trips to Cheltenham.
- JOCKEY:
- Unknown
As yet no jockey has been finalised for Any Currency but Ian Popham partnered him for the 2013 renewal.
- TRAINER:
- MARTIN KEIGHLEY
Based in the Cotswolds, Keighley has a small yard but has had notable successes.
2014 GRAND NATIONAL RUNNERS
Every year the Aintree Grand National gets bigger and bigger and the quality of horses entered tends to rise primarily due to the fact that the prize money on offer is now so huge that trainers not only see it as as massive earner but as a prestigious badge of honour that goes with being a winner of the worlds most famous steeplechase. It is the one race that every trainer, jockey and owner wants to win and the 2014 Grand National is no different.
Today Grand National Runners tend to be of a much higher quality than at anytime in the race’s history, as we saw this year with the entry of Grade 1 winners, Gold Cup winners and horses with staggeringly high Official Ratings. Yes, some Grand National runners will get scratched along the way, but that only adds to the excitement of who will eventually line-up on the day.
We believe that it’s very important that you are provided with the very latest and best information on all of the Grand National runners entered so that you can make an informed choice about who you back. That’s why we write in-depth profiles on each horse that runs as well as all the latest on their form. If you fancy having a closer look then go to our Horses page where every horse running in 2014 has it’s own page.
Maybe you would prefer just a snippet about each horse, an overview on their form as well as a bit about the trainers and jockeys. If so we’ve devised a very handy guide to give you through a short but concise overall picture of all of this years Grand National Runners all of which can be found at the top of the page.
And for those of you who love to pick your horse based on it’s number, colour of silks, jockey on board or even by the trainer then check out our odds page where we’ve listed all of those features which will make it instantly easy to pick a favourite to have a bet on.
The 2014 National will be as exciting as ever and the anticipation of the race is building rapidly. Every Runner is being watched by thousands, all waiting for some bit of news that will give a clue as to who can really win it this year. Will it be a female jockey for the first time ever in history?? Will it be a first time win for a small yard? Can Richard Johnson finally ride a Grand National winning horse? Can Donald McCain do it again? Will the favourite cross the finishing post first or will we see another 66/1 like Auroras Encore romp home?
Whatever the outcome, it’s undoubtedly going to be another blinder which will have us screaming and cheering at our tv’s in our millions all hoping that our Grand National runner is the first one home, even if we did just put £1 each-way on it!
