The Coral Scottish Grand National is set to take place on Saturday at Ayr, boasting a prize pot of £200,000. The race has drawn significant attention, especially with the market leader, Kim Roque, trained by Joseph Patrick O’Brien.
Key Facts About the Scottish Grand National
- Date: Saturday
- Location: Ayr
- Prize Money: £200,000
- Number of Declarations: 21 runners
Kim Roque, a six-year-old, has gained a reputation following just three appearances in Britain. In his last showing, he finished fourth in the Kim Muir at the Cheltenham Festival. His odds are currently at 9-2.
Notable Competitors
Among the formidable challengers is Ask Brewster, trained by Cath Williams. He recently won at Cheltenham and is listed at odds of 11-1. Cath Williams has taken over the training after Evan Williams’ legal issues.
Willie Mullins hopes to secure his third consecutive victory in this race with Road To Home, ridden by his son Patrick. This horse finished a close second to Ask Brewster at Cheltenham.
Prominent Runners at the Scottish Grand National
- Blaze The Way – Danny Mullins
- Quebecois – Harry Cobden
- King Of Answers – Derek Fox
- Isaac des Obeaux – Sam Twiston-Davies
- Montregard – Stan Sheppard
- Kim Roque – JJ Slevin
Other significant entrants include J’Arrive De L’Est, represented by Emmet Mullins and jockey James Bowen, and Chasingouttheblues, ridden by Jamie Hamilton.
Market Leaders
- Kim Roque – 9-2
- King Of Answers – 6
- Road To Home – 7
- Quebecois – 7
- Isaac Des Obeaux – 10
The Scottish Grand National promises an exciting display of horse racing talent as competitors vie for the prestigious title this Saturday at Ayr. The anticipation builds as fans eagerly await the outcome of this thrilling event.
