Age: 10
Weight: 11st
Latest odds: 33/1 with Ladbrokes.
Owner: Two Golf Widows
Grand National record:
2017 One For Arthur (WON)
Trainer: Lucinda Russell
Grand National record:
1996 Greenhill Raffles (14th)
2005 Strong Resolve (17th)
2011 Silver By Nature (12th)
2017 One For Arthur (WON)
Form
22/33111P/1335243/1511/UU
Dour stayer became just the second Scottish-trained winner of the Grand National in 2017, emulating the 1979 victor Rubstic, but was unable to line-up and defend his crown 12 months ago because of a leg injury.
One For Arthur has failed to complete in both of his starts so far this season, having unseated his rider in both the Grade 2 Many Clouds Chase here in December and the Peter Marsh at Haydock Park back in January.
That has to be a concern. He also missed his intended prep race for in Listed Premier Chase at Kelso due to unsuitable ground, but went well in a recent a schooling session at Carlisle and is reported to be in good nick by connections.
Back form includes victory in the similar Grade 3 Classic Handicap Chase over an extended 3m 5f at Warwick.
Has previous course experience from before Aintree success when an eye-catching fifth in the 2017 Becher Handicap Chase.
On a fair mark, but hopes pinned on return to the scene of his greatest triumph getting his jumping back on track.
Jumps race record
Starts: 21
Wins: 7
2nd: 3
3rd: 5
Win & Place Prize Money: £638,938
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