The bookies have revealed that punters all want to back Tiger Roll to create 'history' in today's 2020 Virtual Grand National.
Gordon Elliott's superstar was denied the chance to win a third Grand National in succession when the Covid-19 outbreak saw the cancellation of the Aintree showpiece.
Instead starved racing fans will have to make do with a virtual version of the race that has been eerily accurate in predicting the correct outcome in recent years.
And punters are sticking with their old favourite as Tiger Roll is the 5/1 jolly with Ladbrokes to win the virtual race at 5.15 (live on ITV).
The second most popular virtual horse this morning is Definitely Red at odds of 14/1, with Liverpool and Manchester United fans among the supporters no doubt.
Next best is the Willie Mullins-trained Burrows Saint who is priced at 12/1, while Ted Walsh’s Any Second Now is fourth in the pecking order at 10/1.
Magic of Light, who came second to Tiger Roll in the real race last year, is priced at 18/1 and is the fifth most popular selection.
Nicola McGeady of Ladbrokes said: “There is a real buzz in the atmosphere as our customers look forward to this afternoon’s Virtual Grand National. With all profits going to the NHS, we are thrilled with how popular the race is proving to be. As expected, many fans will be cheering Tiger Roll to go all the way.”
Top 5 Best Backed Horses
- Tiger Roll (5/1)
- Definitly Red (14/1)
- Burrows Saint (12/1)
- Any Second Now (10/1)
- Magic Of Light (18/1)
