McManus runner more than a little interesting for National

Taking an early view on the Randox Health Grand National once the weights are published is always hard to resist and it's no different this year amid all the furore, argument and counter argument following Phil Smith's assessments of the entries.

Three horses appeal to this corner and all of them were in action at Leopardstown on Stan James Irish Gold Cup day two weeks ago.

Foxrock, who mixed it at a high level a couple of seasons back, has taken well to hunter chases, winning three in a row. If he goes down the Aintree route instead of tackling the BoyleSports Irish Grand National then he'll definitely be on the short list.