Grand National 2024: Who will take the world by surprise?

Roi Mage – 66/1

Roi Mage, who finished seventh in the Grand National the previous year, is unquestionably a horse that can beat the odds at Aintree. He finished a nice second in the Bluegrass round Down Royal, demonstrating his decent form. Being 4lbs lighter than he was in this race the previous year is another plus. He held on last year and wasn't defeated by much. Since horses 13 years of age and older don't have the best Grand National records, this would probably be his last go at this race. He is 12 years old.

Desertmore House – 50/1

Due to his intriguing form angle, Martin Brassil's nine-year-old gelding has been shortlisted as a horse at a higher price who could surprise people. He's been running nicely, finishing behind some elegant rivals like Meetingofthewaters and Embassy Gardens who did well at the Cheltenham Festival. His most recent result in a handicap round at Naas was a respectable third. He demonstrated his ability in 2023 by defeating players such Salvador Ziggy and Stumptown. Given that he is underweight and off a fair mark, we might see him sprint into the smaller spaces.

Coko Beach – 40/1

In his career, Coko Beach has participated in two Grand Nationals. He placed eighth in 2022. Unfortunately, he was unlucky in last year's race when he made a mistake three out and was soon pulled up. With three Grand National victories under his belt, Gordon Elliott is the best Grand National trainer. With one of his horses leading the way, he will have Coko Beach ready for his latest challenge to round Aintree. He has won events such as the 2021 Thyestes Chase, demonstrating his proficiency in large-field, elite staying handicap chases. He can definitely outrun his odds because of his forward run style and versatility on the ground.

Limerick Lace – 25/1

Limerick Lace is in excellent form after winning the Mares' Chase at the Cheltenham Festival with great style. In the final stages, she successfully fought off fellow J P McManus horse Dinoblue, demonstrating the tenacity and endurance required of a Grand National contender. Limerick Lace is also full sister to Inothewayurthinkin, Cromwell's Thursday winner who won the Kim Muir in impressive style, and we can witness Cromwell's runner, Gavin Cromwell, performing a similar action at Aintree.

Galvin – 20/1

Galvin hasn't been running well this season; he's lost three times, including two handicap races on the Cheltenham Cross Country circuit. However, in February, he performed incredibly well to finish fourth in the Grade Two Boyne Hurdle at Navan. This implies that Galvin will favor better terrain, and that Good will be the preferred party. Galvin is a good choice at a premium mostly because he is eleven pounds lighter than when he made his Grand National debut last season, when he defeated Davy Russell at the first fence. We believe that by giving the gelding a riskier mark for the Grand National this year, the handicapper has taken a chance.