Red Marauder was reported to be in top form today following his first run at Newcastle on Monday since winning the 2001 Martell Grand National.

RED MARAUDER, winner of the 2001 Martell Grand National, had his odds cut from 50-1 to 25-1 to stage a repeat in this year’s renewal of the Aintree spectacular after finishing fourth to Little Sport in the Bet365 0800 4588888 Hurdle (Showcase Handicap) at Newcastle yesterday.

Red Marauder, winner of the 2001 Martell Grand National, pleased his connections in his first serious piece of work of the season.

Final full finishing order for the 2001 Martell Grand National