Waley-Cohen hoping it's Oscar's time

Sam Waley-Cohen will bid to become the first amateur jockey to ride the winner of the John Smith’s Grand National in over 20 years when he partners Oscar Time at Aintree tomorrow.

Not since Marcus Armytage won in record time on Mr Frisk in 1990 has a rider from the Corinthian ranks claimed glory in the world’s greatest steeplechase.