KING'S SET TO BE CROWNED TODAY

KING Turgeon will attempt to become a back-to-back winner of the William Hill Grand Sefton Handicap Chase when he returns to Aintree on Saturday.

- RUAIRÍ MURPHY

David Pipe's gallant grey embraced the challenge of the famous Grand National fences when winning snugly 12 months ago and having delighted his handler when tuning up over the famous Pond House replicas, is backed for another bold bid.

Pipe said: “It looks a tougher race than last year and he's a lot higher in the handicap, but saying that he's only seven and he's in good form.

“He schooled on Wednesday morning and jumped nicely, so we look forward to having another go at the race.