Aintree Betting Tips for Grand National Day on Saturday 13th April

Aintree Day 3 tips

Grand National day is here and our Aintree day 3 tips cover all seven races from Liverpool, starting at 1.20pm.

We have asked Ciaran Murphy for his tips and predictions for all the races including the Grand National itself and the other six races on the card.

WARNING – most bookies will turn off their sign up offers ahead of the Grand National so if you need an account with any of these bookies, open one today to get the best offer.

1.
SBK Cheltenham Sign-up Offer & Promo Code TAG30: Bet £10 get £30 in Free Bets SBK Cheltenham Sign-up Offer & Promo Code TAG30: Bet £10 get £30 in Free Bets

Bet £10 get a £40 in Free Bets

New UK customers only. Min £10 first deposit using Debit Card or Bank Transfer. Place a bet of £10 at min odds of 2.0 and get a £10 Football Bet Builder token upon settlement. A £10 Multiple token, a £5 Horse Racing Multiple token and a £5 Football Bet Builder token will be credited after 24 hours. A further £10 Free Bet token will be credited 48 hours after the qualifying bet has been settled. Full T&Cs apply, 18+. BeGambleAware.org.
2.
MogoBet Welcome Offer for Horse Racing – Get a £30 Free Bet when you bet £10 MogoBet Welcome Offer for Horse Racing – Get a £30 Free Bet when you bet £10

Bet £10 get a £30 Free Bet

New Players Only. Minimum stake £ 30, minimum odds 1.5, stake not returned. 1X wagering the winnings from the free bet. Wagering occurs from real balance first. Wagering requirement is calculated on bonus bets only, wagering starts from real funds. Free bet is valid for 7 Days from issue. Max conversion: £200. Withdrawal requests void all active/pending bonuses. Limited to 1 sport & 5 casino brand/s within the network. Withdrawal requests void all active/pending bonuses. Excluded Skrill and Neteller deposits.Full Terms apply. 18+ #ad begambleaware
3.
PricedUp Welcome Offer, Sign-up Bonus and Promo Code for a £20 Free Bet PricedUp Welcome Offer, Sign-up Bonus and Promo Code for a £20 Free Bet

Bet £50 get a £20 Free Bet

18+ New customer only. Must enter promo code bet50get20. Min deposit £50. Min bet £50 at odds of Evens (2.0) or above. Max free bet £20. Free bet valid for 7 days. Stake not returned. Full terms apply. GambleAware #ad

 

1.20

West Balboa won this race last year but conditions were very different and she is 6 pounds higher this time round. Although I am loathe to write off a Skelton runner in a big handicap, at 5/1 in a competitive field, I will be looking elsewhere. After his hurdles debut, you wouldn’t have believed that JOHNNYWHO (8/1) would finish the year running in a handicap hurdle off 136. He has heavy ground form and I am backing him to make hay having run in Graded races on his last 2 outings. Market support for Fine Margin would be interesting based on the form of his second-place effort at Haydock in November when he had subsequent grade 1 winner Crambo in behind. 

Tip: Johnnywho – 8/1 with Coral.

 

1.55

The first chance to see how the most expensive national hunt horse ever sold, Caldwell Potter, has acclimatised to his new home in Ditchheat. Conditions are sure to suit with his heavy ground win at Christmas but the form of that race hasn’t exactly been enhanced by those in behind since. Instead, I am going to back his former stable mate BRIGHTERDAYSAHEAD (2/1) to bounce back from a Mares novice hurdle that was not run to suit. There was plenty of talk coming from the Elliot Yard that this horse could win the Ballymore and that was when Caldwell Potter was in the yard. I think they have a good handle on how she rates in comparison and as such, the early market confidence is significant. The soft conditions won’t be an issue and she is the NAP of the day for me. Jimmy Du Seuil rates as the main danger, with good form being just beaten by Asian Master (giving 7 pounds) and only finding Ballyburn too good at Cheltenham. 

Tip: Brighterdaysahead (NAP) – 2/1 with Coral.

 

2.30

I think that Anthony Honeyball may have the winner here…. I’m just not sure which of his entrants it will be. SAM BROWN (14/1) won this race 2 years ago, and with the jockeys claim, is just 2 pounds higher here. He will handle conditions and earned his rating with a last time out win (albeit in a veterans chase). The big negative is his age but with recent application of headgear, he hasn’t seemed to lose enthusiasm. 

His other runner is a novice but is 9 years of age. KILBEG KING (12/1) would actually appreciate any drying ground and put up a respectable performance in softer-than-ideal conditions in the National Hunt Chase at Cheltenham. He beat The King of Ryehope on his previous start and is now Over twice the price of that rival (3 pounds worse off for a 3 length margin). His last run in a double figure field was a win in a 25-runner handicap hurdle at the Punchestown Festival so he won’t be inconvenienced by the larger field. 

Tip: Sam Brown (ew) – 14/1 with William Hill (4 places)

Tip: Kilbeg King (ew) – 12/1 with BetVictor (4 places)

 

3.05

Robcour have opted not to send Teahupoo or Irish Point over, perhaps a vote of confidence in HIDDENVALLEY LAKE (17/2). Last time out, he was well-backed and impressively saw off his rivals on Heavy Ground in the Boyne Hurdle. He didn’t take to fences on seasonal debut but prior to that he was well fancied in the Albert Bartlett last year and can be forgiven for that run given its proximity to his previous run at Clonmel (that form with Monty’s Star also reads well now). Sire Du Berlais loves this time of year but his best performances have come on spring ground which he won’t get here. 

Tip: Hiddenvalley Lake (7/1 with Ladbrokes)

 

4.00

Read my thoughts on the Big one Here with a prediction for who will finish in the top 4.

The Ultima at Cheltenham has been used as a warm-up race for the last 2 winners of the race, while the 2021 winner Minella Times prepped by coming second in both the Paddy Power Handicap Chase and the DRF 2 ½  mile Handicap chase (both at Leopardstown). MEETINGOFTHEWATERS (10/1) has ran in all 3 of these this season, winning the Paddy Power on soft ground and running a blinder as a staying on 3rd on Heavy ground at Cheltenham.

Owner Paul Byrne knows how to lay one out for the race (Noble Yeats was in his care before a last minute switch to Robert Waley Cohen) and this year, he has sold to JP McManus. He certainly isn’t buying a social runner. Even though he is represented by both I am Maximus and Capodanno, I think Mark Walsh may choose to ride the 7-year-old, certainly a positive as he has been second in the race twice on Any Second Now.

David Mullins said in a Cheltenham Preview that this could be a Gold Cup Horse. If that’s the case, he has to go close off just 10st 7.

Tip: Meetingofthewaters – 10/1 with Coral.

 

5.00

DJELO (12/1) ran a strong race in the Turners at Cheltenham and drops back to 2m HERE where on his last visit, he beat Master Chewy over Course and Distance. Given his trainer, he should handle the soft conditions and has a strong each way chancs, although I would like to see her horses in slightly better form (just 1 win in her last 20 runners). Found a Fifty looks very solid at the top of the market and would certainly be preferred to Etalon and Hercule Du Seuil. 

Tip: Djelo – 12/1 with Coral.

 

5.35

The festival ends with a bit of a whimper in a weak-looking Grade 2 contest. Mister Meggit has been impressive in 2 bumper wins but this a race that in the last 2 years has thrown up 18/1 and 28/1 winners and so I won’t be steaming in at  9/4 albeit that he is certainly the most likely winner. A chance is taken on TRIPOLI FLYER (12/1) who had the well touted Kingston Pride and second fav here Castle Ivers behind when winning an all weather bumper last time out. He was also deemed worthy of an entry to the Champion Bumper and could give Paddy Brennan a fairytale ending to his career. 

Tip: Tripoli Flyer – 12/1 with Coral.

 

Free Bet Offers for Grand National Day

1.
SBK Cheltenham Sign-up Offer & Promo Code TAG30: Bet £10 get £30 in Free Bets SBK Cheltenham Sign-up Offer & Promo Code TAG30: Bet £10 get £30 in Free Bets

Bet £10 get a £40 in Free Bets

New UK customers only. Min £10 first deposit using Debit Card or Bank Transfer. Place a bet of £10 at min odds of 2.0 and get a £10 Football Bet Builder token upon settlement. A £10 Multiple token, a £5 Horse Racing Multiple token and a £5 Football Bet Builder token will be credited after 24 hours. A further £10 Free Bet token will be credited 48 hours after the qualifying bet has been settled. Full T&Cs apply, 18+. BeGambleAware.org.
2.
MogoBet Welcome Offer for Horse Racing – Get a £30 Free Bet when you bet £10 MogoBet Welcome Offer for Horse Racing – Get a £30 Free Bet when you bet £10

Bet £10 get a £30 Free Bet

New Players Only. Minimum stake £ 30, minimum odds 1.5, stake not returned. 1X wagering the winnings from the free bet. Wagering occurs from real balance first. Wagering requirement is calculated on bonus bets only, wagering starts from real funds. Free bet is valid for 7 Days from issue. Max conversion: £200. Withdrawal requests void all active/pending bonuses. Limited to 1 sport & 5 casino brand/s within the network. Withdrawal requests void all active/pending bonuses. Excluded Skrill and Neteller deposits.Full Terms apply. 18+ #ad begambleaware
3.
PricedUp Welcome Offer, Sign-up Bonus and Promo Code for a £20 Free Bet PricedUp Welcome Offer, Sign-up Bonus and Promo Code for a £20 Free Bet

Bet £50 get a £20 Free Bet

18+ New customer only. Must enter promo code bet50get20. Min deposit £50. Min bet £50 at odds of Evens (2.0) or above. Max free bet £20. Free bet valid for 7 days. Stake not returned. Full terms apply. GambleAware #ad
4.
Midnite Bet Sign-up Offer, Promo Code & Welcome Bonus – Bet £10 get £20 & 50 Free Spins Midnite Bet Sign-up Offer, Promo Code & Welcome Bonus – Bet £10 get £20 & 50 Free Spins

Bet £10 get £20 in Free Bets & 50 Free Spins

18+ New UK customers. Bet £10 on accas with 4+ legs, min odds 3/1 (4.0). Get 4x £5 Free Bets and 50 Free Spins, valid for 7 days on selected bets and games only. T&Cs apply. BeGambleAware.org.
5.
BetRino Horse Racing £50 Offer: BetRino’s £50 Free Bet Welcome Bonus BetRino Horse Racing £50 Offer: BetRino’s £50 Free Bet Welcome Bonus

Bet £25 on Horse Racing get a £50 Free Bet

New Players Only. Min £ 25 qualifying bets stake not returned. Free bet - one-time stake of £ 50, min odds 1.5, stake not returned. 1X wager the winnings. Wager from real balance first. Wager calculated on bonus bets only. Max conversion: £ 200. Valid for 7 Days from issue. Withdrawal requests void all active/pending bonuses. Excluded Skrill and Neteller deposits. Full Terms apply.
6.
High Bet Horse Racing Sign-up Offer – Bet £10 get a £15 Free Bet High Bet Horse Racing Sign-up Offer – Bet £10 get a £15 Free Bet

Bet £10 get a £15 Free Bet

New Bet £10 Get £25 - Terms and Conditions This offer is for new customers only and is available once per household. Max. Free Bet Token amount: £25.Minimum Deposit: £10. Minimum wagering on Sport to activate the Free Bet Token: £10. T&Cs apply
7.
Betfred Cheltenham Festival Sign-up Offer 2024 – Bet £10 get £50 in Free Bets & Bonuses Betfred Cheltenham Festival Sign-up Offer 2024 – Bet £10 get £50 in Free Bets & Bonuses

Bet £10 on a Horse get £50 in Free Bets

✅Best odds Guaranteed
NRNB
✅Existing Customer Offers

New customers only. Register with SUMMER50 between 31/05/24 – 14/07/24. First bet £10+ at Evens (2.0)+ on Sports within 7 days to get 3 x £10 in Sports Free Bets & 2 x £10 in Acca Free Bets within 10 hours of settlement. 7-day expiry. Eligibility & payment exclusions apply. Full T&Cs apply.
8.
CopyBet’s Cheltenham Festival Sign-up Offer – Bet £10 get £50 in Free Bets CopyBet’s Cheltenham Festival Sign-up Offer – Bet £10 get £50 in Free Bets

Bet £10 on Racing Get £50 in Free Bets

✅Best odds Guaranteed
✅NRNB
✅Extra Place Races

Full T&Cs apply. New UK customers only. The qualifying bet should be either a single or multiple bet, start at £10, and have 1.9 or greater odds. 5 Free bets include: 1 x £10 Free bet on horse racing, 1 x £10 Free bet on football, 2 x 10 Free bet in-play, 1 x £10 Free bet Acca. Max payout – £500. 7 day expiry. 18+ only. BeGambleAware.org.
9.
bet365’s Cheltenham Festival 2024 Sign-up Offer: Bet £10 get £30 in Free Bets for New Customers bet365’s Cheltenham Festival 2024 Sign-up Offer: Bet £10 get £30 in Free Bets for New Customers

Bet £10 get £30 in Free Bets

Min deposit requirement. Free Bets are paid as Bet Credits and are available for use upon settlement of bets to value of qualifying deposit. Min odds, bet and payment method exclusions apply. Returns exclude Bet Credits stake. Time limits and T&Cs apply. Registration required.
10.
LiveScore Bet Cheltenham Sign-up Offer 2024 – Bet £10 get £30 in Free Bets LiveScore Bet Cheltenham Sign-up Offer 2024 – Bet £10 get £30 in Free Bets

Bet £10 get £30 in Free Bets

New members only. £10+ bet on sportsbook (ex. virtuals) at 1.5 min odds, settled within 14 days. Free Bets: accept in 7 days, valid 7 days on sportsbook only. 2x£5 Free Bets for Bet Builder only. Stake not returned. T&Cs + deposit exclusions apply. Bet Responsibly. GambleAware.org. 18+

Relevant news