Sean Bowen Irish Grand National blog: 'It looks the perfect race for him'

Sean Bowen is one of the jockeys in the Irish Grand National on Easter Monday (April 21), and he previews his ride, Fairyhouse, in his latest exclusive Coral blog.

I’m really looking forward to getting back on this horse, I won a couple of races on him earlier in the season and although I couldn't ride him at Cheltenham, it was still great to see him win. He was a really impressive winner of the National Hunt Chase, and ever since then the Irish Grand National has looked the perfect race for him.

Novices have a very good record in the race and, touch wood, he's always been a very good jumper. Obviously he also stays well, so as I say, this looks a great race for him. He’s favourite for the race and he looks a very worthy favourite, but I know it won't be easy taking on the Irish on their home turf.  However, Rebecca [Curtis] is very happy with him, and victory in a big race like this would crown a great season for me. 

Also with rides on April 21 is David Probert, all of which he's previewed in his own exclusive blog. Coral also has a blog from leading trainer Joe Tizzard, with his runners on Easter Monday being previewed.

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