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Grand National Betting: The Grand National 2008 is nearly upon us and this year’s race may well prove to be one of the most exciting contests ever!

Aintree Grand National winners share common features such as agility, power, experience, precision and staying power, so look for horses that have shown these charectistics in previous races. Check the form guide on the horses home page for more info.

Grand National runner odds are often dependant on the age of a horse. This plays a key role in the outcome of the race, as the average age of winning horses is 8 or 9.

Grand National horse racing requires a jockey who is experienced and composed, so is thereby able to transmit confidence to their horse. The winner of the race will have a horse and a jockey who rise to the occasion.

2008 Grand National odds will favour horses who have trained specifically for the race. However, all horses have favoured ground conditions and so the conditions on the day will also play an important factor in the outcome of a race.

Grand National odds reflect a horse's injury history as well as their racing ability, so check you are not backing a potentially lame horse before you place your bet.

Grand National weather is a factor and can affect racecourse conditions underfoot, otherwise known as 'the going'. The weather should also be a consideration if you are planning to visit Aintree and you should aim to dress accordingly!

The Scottish Grand National takes place every year, two weeks after the Grand National at Aintree. There is also an Irish Grand National which takes place at Fairyhouse Racecourse towards the end of March each year.

Grand National Challenge 2008 - I bet you can't beat me! Challenge you mates to a virtual Grand National race and bet with each other on the outcome.