Shark hunting for Grand National glory

Shark Hanlon expects Alfa Beat to be his first runner in the John Smith’s Grand National.

The eight-year-old grey won the Kerry National at Listowel in September and is set to have a prep run for Aintree over hurdles in the Tote Trifecta Rollover Handicap Hurdle at Leopardstown tomorrow.

“That race will be a stepping stone in his preparation for the Grand National,” said the County Carlow handler.