We predicted the Grand National 2024 result and these are the three horses to watch

The Grand National, one of the most prestigious horse racing events, is set to take place at Aintree in 2024.

A total of 34 runners and riders are vying for a place in history alongside legendary horses like Red Rum and Silver Birch.

Last year's champion, Corach Rambler, is returning to defend his title, but he'll face tough competition from I Am Maximus and Vanillier, who are strong second and third favourites, respectively.

As the Grand National is a day when many people enjoy betting on horses, the team at the ECHO has come together to share our top picks and horse racing tips for this year's event.

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Chris Wright - Vanillier

Vanillier can become the first horse to finish runner-up and win the Randox Grand National the following year since Red Rum in 1977. The way he finished fast and late – too late as it turned out – last year suggests he has all the attributes of what a Grand National winner needs. Yes, he is 4lb higher in the handicap and the ground is likely to be softer than 12 months ago, but Gavin Cromwell's grey will hopefully be ridden closer to the pace and be able to deliver that finishing kick at the right time to triumph this year.

Fellow Irish raider Mahler Mission, last year's winner Corach Rambler as well as Willie Mullins' I Am Maximus, Panda Boy – from the Martin Brassil stable, and last year's Scottish Grand National hero Kitty's Light should all go close to victory. But I'm siding with Vanillier to be cream of the crop this time.

Lottie Gibbons - I Am Maximus

When it comes to picking a horse for the Grand National, both luck and research are crucial factors.