The Final Word on Aintree: Nicky Henderson, Danny Mullins & Harry Skelton | Grand National Advice

The Final Furlong Podcast

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🗓️ 2 April 2025

⏱️ 44 minutes

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In this Grand National Festival special, Emmet Kennedy is joined by some of the biggest names in the sport: Danny Mullins, Nicky Henderson, and Harry Skelton. 🗣️ Danny Mullins kicks things off by revealing the logic behind his Grand National ride — and his pick for Willie Mullins’ most dangerous outsider may raise a few eyebrows. He also shares his thoughts on the leading Mullins contenders, including Lossiemouth, Impaire Et Passe, Gaelic Warrior, Embassy Gardens, Dancing City, Salvator Mundi, and Kitzbuhel. 🎯 Nicky Henderson then joins to deliver crucial updates on Constitution Hill and Jonbon, and gives the full story behind the controversial switch of Lulamba to the Mersey Novices’ Hurdle. He also speaks candidly about Hyland, his big National hope as he seeks a first win in the world’s most famous steeplechase. 🔥 With one hand on the David Power Jockeys' Cup, Harry Skelton closes the show with insight into the powerful Skelton team — from Grey Dawning to juvenile star Live Conti, and stable stalwart Protektorat. 🎧 Whether you’re backing a longshot or hunting for Grade 1 clues, this episode is essential Grand National listening. 👉 Follow, rate & share to never miss an episode of The Final Furlong Podcast. The Final Furlong Podcast is proudly brought to you by Geoff Banks Bet. Join the excitement and Sign up to Geoff Banks Online now with promo code FFP500 and get 10% of any net losses returned as cash after your first month of betting, up to £500 at geoffbanks.bet. Its tradition redefined with modern tech and unbeatable odds. Apple: https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/geoff-banks-online/id881898186 Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.geoff_banks.geoffbanks Form Tools: Proform is the essential tool for punters looking to make money from betting on Horse Racing. Our form book covers Jumps and Flat racing in the UK and Ireland. https://www.proformracing.com/ Twitter: @FinalFurlongPod Email: [email protected] In association with Adelicious Podcast Network. Hosted on Megaphone. Follow us for free on Spotify Podcasts https://open.spotify.com/show/3e6NnBkr7MBstVx5U7lpld Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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0:00.0	The final furlong podcast is proudly brought to you by Jeff Banks Bet.
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0:14.5	The big guests for our coverage of Aintry has to kick off with one of our favorite guests, Danny Mullins.
0:19.6	Welcome back to the show.
0:20.9	Thanks, Emmett. Yeah, great to be back. Yeah, it's an exciting time of the year. The Grand National
0:25.6	is one of those races that really hits that wider audience. Yeah, very much so. It's going to be
0:30.8	a massive TV audience, not just in the UK and Ireland, but globally as well. And you're going to
0:34.3	be a big part of it. You've kind of broken my heart though with your selection in the Grand National.
0:38.5	Can you explain why you've chosen the horse you're going to write?
0:41.0	Yeah, I think I'm probably likely to end up on meeting of the waters at this stage.
0:47.7	I think rightly or wrongly, I'd say a lot of people think I've made the wrong decision and not
0:55.8	riding Manila Cooner I suppose it's just come down to ground and weight where
1:04.7	Manila Cooner it was good ground at Sandown but he's got a lot of good form on heavier ground
1:13.2	the weather looks dry in Aintree
1:15.9	and his shoulder
1:18.9	on that extra nine pounds at 112
1:21.5	for winning the Bet3-65 last year
1:25.3	so meeting the waters,
1:29.1	his farm isn't sparkling lately,
1:32.0	but he's only got 10-7.
1:34.0	I thought I was a winner
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