Stan's Ground

Stan's surprising confirmation for the John Smith's Grand National is sure to provide concern connections of horses on the waiting list.
Venetia Williams' chaser will carry at least 11st 6lb on Saturday but was one of the few in the field not certain to be starting as he had the Nakayama Grand Jump as an alternative option at Newbury under a big weight.
Owner Paul Beck said 'Stan' a 160 rated horse at his best who can run off 154 and he tends to come good at this time of year If its good ground on Saturday.
he'll love it.