Patrick Mullins keen to partner Nick Rockett in Grand National

Patrick Mullins is keen to get on the back of Nick Rockett at Grand National

Patrick Mullins is eyeing up the ride on Nick Rockett in the Randox Grand National at Aintree on Saturday week.

The Willie Mullins-trained eight-year-old is a major contender for the world's most famous steeplechase following winter wins in the Thyestes Chase at Gowran Park and the Bobbyjo Chase at Fairyhouse.