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Rejoice horse racing fans! We are nearing one of the most exciting races of the year – the Grand National. The next handicap steeplechase at Aintree will start on April 4^th with the opening day and end in stylish fashion two days later.

For those unaware, the Grand National is one of the most prestigious races on the annual horse racing calendar, drawing the attention of thousands of fans and punters. It’s a prominent event in British culture and the richest jump race in Europe – in 2017, the prize purse was a million pounds. With over 30 fences to be jumped and more than 4 gruelling miles ahead of the competitors, it’s everything horse racing fans want and more.

Of course, in the true vein of horse racing, there are plenty of betting options available. Every year, bookies have a wide range of Grand National betting offers months before the event so punters can plan ahead and pick their favourites. Every year, punters stake more than £150 million on the race, which is a true indicator of how popular it is.

2019 Grand National Odds Preview

With 40 runners starting the race each year, picking a favourite for the Grand National isn’t easy. Surprises have been known to happen and punters know that the heavy favourite isn’t always the right pick. The tough race track conditions at the Grand National make it one of the hardest horse races to predict. However, if you’re a true horse racing fan, you’ll know where to get your tips and hopefully predict the winner.

This year’s handicap steeplechase received 112 entries (47 from Ireland). Only 40 runners will start, though, each one with a chance at earning the hefty prize. Of course, not all horses will get the same odds. Not that those ranked highest will definitely win. Throughout its illustrious history, the Grand National has seen many 100/1 winners, so experienced punters know that the biggest favourite will not always win. With that being said, we’re going to give you several tips that can help you win your bets for the upcoming Grand National.

Go for Horses with Previous Experience

If they did it once, they might do it again. Horses with previous experience in the Grand National have been known to perform well. We’re not saying that they will surely win the race, but you’re better off with a horse that has already run at the Aintree racecourse before.

Stay Away from the Obvious

As we already said, those big names the media hypes up weeks before the race often become a major disappointment. If you want to increase your chances of winning, look away from the obvious. Plus, those high-profile horses from the top stables rarely have any good value in terms of odds, nor do they have a great track record at Aintree.

Compare Prices and Find Good Value

If you want to find the best deals and raise your chances of winning your bets, you need to compare prizes and be a bit more price sensitive. Do your homework and shop around – chances are that some other bookie offers better odds on your favourites than your favourite shop.

Don’t Bite More Than You Can Chew

Raising your stakes and betting out of normal size is a recipe for disaster. As we already mentioned, the Grand National is pretty hard to predict, so stepping out of your comfort zone when it comes to betting can have catastrophic consequences. Just stick to your budget and hope for the best. Of course, after doing your homework.

A further episode of this captivating documentary by Betway. As the Arkle Challenge Trophy approaches with Lalor as one of the favourites, Kayley and her team look back on the journey that’s brought them here, and how much it would mean to them all to win.

Chepstow  racecourse is located in Chepstow, Monmouth shire, near the Wye valley on a 440 acre-piece of land. It is a thoroughbred track for racing, and its location in the countryside provides a friendly and charming atmosphere from where people can enjoy watching the horses race. The racecourse is owned and operated by the Arena Racing Company, and is used for flat and jump racing. The track is professionally designed, assuming an oval shape, with a left-handed course. It has a total of five fences for the horses to jump over during the jump race. It is in a strategic place, accessible by road and rail.

In 2017, there were a total of 32 fixtures in the Chepstow racecourse calendar. These included the Tote pool Jumps Season Opener, which took place on the 14th and 15th October. It featured the Grade Two Tote pool Persian Hurdle and Grade Three Tote pool Silver Trophy (also known as the handicap Hurdle).The Coral Welsh Grand National also took place, and was scheduled for the 27th of December. This meeting featured the Coral Future Champions, one of the most famous races in England. This year, Chepstow racecourse will host a series of fixtures, both jumps and flats. There will also be music nights in the summer, and family racedays. Bank Holiday Monday will take place in August, with free entry for kids.

Besides racing, the racecourse is also used for a wide range of events, both indoor and outdoor. For example, the racecourse is known to host weddings, concerts, conferences, private parties, and product launches. Silks Restaurant is located inside the racecourse, and offers a fabulous dining experience with a spectacular view of the race tracks. If you like privacy, you can opt for the private boxes and suites from where you can watch the races from. Special offers are also available, which include Party and Carvery packages, all hosted in good facilities.

Hereford racecourse is in Hereford, England. It belongs to Herefordshire Council and is run by the Arena Company. The racecourse is well-known for hosting National Hunt races. It was opened way back in 1771, and its first
recorded race meeting took place in the same year. It is rectangular in shape, measuring up to 1 mile and 3 furlongs. The racetrack is a suitable venue for anyone who is looking forward to starting their racing career. It has also been
used many times for preparations ahead of major racing competitions.

The racecourse had been staging flat racing since it was opened until in the year 1840 when it hosted the first National Hunt race. This made it one of the few racecourses in England to stage both flat and hurdle races, attracting a huge crowd of people to its races. It remained fully operational till 1939 when the outbreak of World War 2 forced its sudden closure. In 946, the racecourse re-opened, and racing resumed. A total of 14000 Euros were invested into it, and the Arena Racing Company obtained a land lease from Herefordshire Council. The course was renovated in 1960. Buildings were modernized and the racetracks improved. After its renovation, the number of race meetings held in a year increased from nine to fifteen. It was however closed down again in 2012 due to failure of the
Arena Racing Company to obtain a new lease from Herefordshire Council, but opened after four years with a crowd of 5,000 racegoers attending its first meeting.

Last year, Hereford staged a total of 11 National Hunt fixtures, with the first season running from January to March, and the second from October to December. This year, the course will be hosting a good number of events. For example, the Hereford Food Festival is scheduled to take place on the 9th of June, and a lot more follows.