Grand National: Michael O’Leary skewered by Tiger Roll breeder over rating dispute

Today's Grand National's main event takes place to conclude the world's most famous steeplechase. Some 40 runners will tackle the daunting obstacles of Aintree's 30 Grand Natives fences over a four-and-a-half mile distance. The three-day festival is watched by more than 500 million people spanning 140 countries.

Today, the Grand National’s main event takes place to conclude the world's most famous steeplechase. Some 40 runners will tackle the daunting obstacles of Aintree”s 30 Grand Nines fences over a four-and-a-half mile distance. Snow Leopardess is tipped by the bookies to become the first horse to win after having a foal. Minella Times heads the weights among this year‘s line up, carrying 11st 10lb. Tiger Roll has been withdrawn from this race and last year's due to a dispute over the horse's rating.