McCririck backs local hero Killyglen for Grand National glory

Racing tipster John McCririck was backing a local winner as he made a flying visit to the North ahead of the Grand National.

Wed, 11 Apr, 2012 - 17:50

Racing tipster John McCririck was backing a local winner as he made a flying visit to the North ahead of the Grand National.

With one in three people set to bet on Saturday’s showpiece at Aintree, the veteran expert was passing on his tips to Belfast punters.

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