Walsh to hold court at Aintree with Rince Ri and Commanche

TED WALSH is planning a double assault on the Martell Cognac Grand National at Aintree on April 3.

Fri, 23 Jan, 2004 - 00:00
Nick Grant and Martin Kelly

Rince Ri, a 14-1 shot with Cashmans and an eyecatching second at Fairyhouse on Sunday, and 2002 Tote Cheltenham Gold Cup runner-up Commanche Court will hope to emulate Papillon's success in the 200 showpiece,.

"I definitely hope Commanche Court and Rince Ri run at Aintree in the National," said Walsh. "I just hope the handicapper is kind to them.

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