‘I think he’s a massive price’: Gordon Elliott gives us a 25-1 shot for the Irish National 🐎

Gordon Elliott hasn’t won the Irish Grand National since 2018 but runs one this year that could change that. The County Meath trainer believes he has a dark horse who is overpriced for the big race. We have a late Easter this year which means the Irish Grand National doesn’t take place until the 18th of April. Therefore, horses returning after their Cheltenham exertions get a whole month of recovery time.

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‘I think at a massive price, he has an each-way chance’

Death Duty has been resurgent this season after numerous issues have kept him off the track for large spells. His development has understandably stalled as a consequence and he hasn’t fulfilled his past Grade 1-winning potential. The gelding’s trainer has done a superb job of nursing him back this season and we’ve seen a couple of strong performances.

A sixth placed finish last time out in the Ultima is a great trial for this race which is a five furlong longer trip. Death Duty needs more of a stamina test nowadays as echoed by his jockey according to Elliott: “Jack (Kennedy) said coming down the hill he lacked a gear and came home strong. He has put a few good runs together and we’re happy with him.”

He won a Grand National trial at Punchestown two starts ago over 3m4f. Being an almost confirmed stayer, it’s pretty likely that the trip will benefit his chances as Elliott said: “It could suit Death Duty. It’s an open race.” The currently available price of 25-1 does seem big and the trainer agrees: “I think at a massive price, he has an each-way chance.” Gordon Elliott’s confidence is worth taking note of and Death Duty might be one to watch in the market.

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