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Aintree official gives Grand National update amid fears over conditions

Aintree official gives Grand National update amid fears over conditions

The Aintree course has seen historically dry conditions this spring, with action taken to ensure the ideal going for Saturday’s Grand National, with the festival starting on Thursday

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