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Just wondering what is everyone betting on etc.

Ill post the Bet's etc off each horse incase some of you don't have the infomation.

The Race will Start at 4.15 GMT. (I would suggest to hand in bets before 4pm GMT)

THE GRAND NATIONAL - 4.15 AINTREE

1 IMPERIAL COMMANDER - 16/1: Big ask off top weight for this former Cheltenham Gold Cup winner but promising comeback run off long injury lay-off shows he retains ability.

2 WHAT A FRIEND - 50/1: Running in the colours of part-owner Sir Alex Ferguson, this 10-year-old has not produced on the track for a while. Pulled up in the 2011 Grand National.

3 WEIRD AL - 66/1: Another one badly out of form and fell four out in last year’s Aintree marathon when out of contention.

4 QUEL ESPRIT - 40/1: Not a complete no-hoper for top Irish trainer Willie Mullins and should stay the distance. Interrupted training programme through injury may be the drawback.

5 BIG FELLA THANKS - 40/1: Loves the National. Was seventh in 2011, fourth in 2010 and sixth in 2009. Outside chance of finishing in the frame but more likely top 10.

6 SEABASS - 9/1: Solid contender with Katie Walsh aboard. Had a great spin when third last year but didn’t quite last home. Said to be stronger now and has been specially prepared for the race.

7 ROBERTO GOLDBACK - 22/1: Should stay and ground will suit. Similar profile to last year’s victor Neptune Collonges. Strong each-way hopes with the services of jockey Barry Geraghty.

8 SUNNYHILLBOY - 25/1: Desperately unlucky last season when he was headed on the post but a year on and he is carrying more weight which will probably anchor him from going close again.

9 BALLABRIGGS - 20/1: The 2011 champion and a gallant sixth last season. Not improving at his age though and vulnerable to better handicapped challengers but is at least on a winning mark.

10 TEAFORTHREE - 14/1: Will stay all day but has had some tough races this year in good company. That could take its toll in the closing stages.

11 ACROSS THE BAY - 33/1: Another one who should have no problems with the distance but could do with rain to slow down the others and that is not in the weather forecast.

12 JOIN TOGETHER - 20/1: Good place prospects. Not the quickest of horses, more of a plodder. Last year’s winning jockey Daryl Jacob takes the mount. May lack the zip to win the race.

13 COLBERT STATION 11/1: Fast-improving type still not in the grip of the handicapper. Champion jockey Tony McCoy picks it ahead of Sunnyhilboy. A likely winner if he stays out of trouble.

14 FORPADYDEPLASTERER - 66/1: A former Arkle Trophy Chase winner but appears past his best and there are stamina doubts.

15 ON HIS OWN - 9/1: An obvious chance after last year’s performance when falling when still in with a real shout. Jockey Ruby Walsh opting to ride gives added confidence.

16 JONCOL - 50/1: Lost his way lately and I think connections are going here in the hope that he can regain his sparkle. Unlikely though.

17 BALTHAZAR KING - 20/1: Cross country specialist who was withdrawn at the Cheltenham Festival when the ground went against him. Conditions suit but likely to find a few too good.

18 CAPPA BLEU 12/1:This horse may be similar to former stablemate State Of Play in that he is more than capable of repeating last year’s fourth but not getting into the winner’s enclosure.

19 OSCAR TIME - 80/1: Runner-up to BallaBriggs in 2011 but has been bedevilled by injury since and doesn’t look the force of old.

20 ALWAYS WAINING - 33/1: Aintree specialist but at shorter distances. Bypassed an attempt to land a hat-trick in the Topham Chase so has to be respected.

21 TATENEN - 100/1: A 100-1 shot when he unseated his rider last year and is likely to be similar odds again. It’s a fair reflection of his chances.

22 TREACLE - 33/1: Endured a rough race last year before falling. An outsider but possesses ability and will like the conditions.

23 LOST GLORY - 66/1: Not done a lot wrong in his brief chasing career but this a big step up in grade and needs to prove he can handle the hustle and bustle of a large field.

24 SWING BILL - 100/1: Veteran grey finished 10th last year and a repeat of that would be a good effort.

25 SAINT ARE - 33/1: His only two victories have come at Aintree but course form is the only crumb of comfort in an average season for him.

26 CHICAGO GREY - 12/1: A decent each-way chance for a horse that has been waiting for good ground. Jumping is the name of the game though and he tends to throw in the odd mistake.

27 QUISCOVER FONTAINE - 33/1: Enjoyed himself last year before falling at the 17th fence. Should enjoy another good spin without troubling the main contenders.

28 RARE BOB - 22/1: Without a win since January 2011 but often runs well at the top level and is capable of reaching the frame.

29 THE RAINBOW HUNTER - 100/1: Has struggled a bit whenever stepped up in grade and likely to be the same scenario on the big day.

30 BECAUSEICOULDNTSEE - 66/1: Second behind Sunnyhillboy at the 2012 Cheltenham Festival but has not progressed since then.

31 HARRY THE VIKING - 28/1: Sir Alex Ferguson’s second contender has shown nothing this year after a decent novice campaign.

32 MR MOONSHINE - 100/1: Will like the ground but stamina for the trip is unknown and does not look good enough.

33 MUMBLES HEAD - 100/1: Comes alive in the spring and summer but not in this class.

34 NINETIETH MINUTE - 100/1: Worse outsiders than this but maybe needs softer ground to slow down his competitors.

35 AURORAS ENCORE - 80/1: Capable of running well on good ground and was runner-up in last year’s Scottish National. Inconsistency is his problem.

36 TARQUINIUS - 100/1: Has endured a long winter campaign and needs softer ground to figure.

37 ANY CURRENCY - 100/1: Will stay and that is half the battle around here. Would be a surprise if he figured in the finish.

38 MAJOR MALARKEY - 100/1: Similar to Any Currency, will stay but does not appear to have the class to be a National winner.

39 SOLL - 33/1: Connections have aimed high this year with runs in the Hennessy and the Welsh National. Didn’t disgrace himself on both occasions and not likely to do here either.

40 VIKING BLOND - 100/1: Didn’t make it past the first fence last year. Revels in muddy conditions and won’t get that in this year’s renewal.

41 PENTIFFIC (Reserve) Prefers soft ground. If he gets in will run from six pounds out of the handicap. Slim chance.

42 MORTIMERS CROSS (Reserve) A plodder who might get round but likely to be in his own time.

I put on "On his own" and "Imperial commander" I also live 2minutes away from the race i went out on my motorbike and the amount of people there was unreal, there were tanks driving up and down and shit, police on every corner so i couldnt speed but i didn't win, did any of you?

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