Scottish Grand National meeting key to title battle

Patrick Mullins expects today’s Scottish Grand National meeting at Ayr to be “pivotal” as the race to be crowned British champion trainer enters its final throws.

Scottish Grand National meeting key to title battle

Willie Mullins currently holds a significant lead as he bids to become the first Irish-based trainer to claim the British title since the legendary Vincent O’Brien did so twice in the 1950s.

However, nine-times champion Paul Nicholls will not give up his crown without a fight and both trainers have major contenders in the Coral-sponsored Scottish Grand National itself.

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