Talking Horses: Grand National on the wish-list for rejuvenated Yorkhill


Sandy Thomson eyes Aintree for chestnut, the latest veteran chaser to be cheered up by life at his Borders stable

The Grand National is on the agenda for that hugely talented enigma Yorkhill, who brought tears to the eyes of his owners by winning Saturday’s Rehearsal Chase at odds of 66-1. The chestnut has become the latest evidence of Sandy Thomson’s skill at reviving sulky old racers, with the rugged beauty of the Borders countryside having also played a part.

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OMG!!! Yorkhill!!!! @NewcastleRaces @captainnash @LambdenRacing Ryan Mania . Well done team. Crying and lost my voice shouting at the tv. Class is permanent!

The King of the North enjoying his field time this morning #yorkhill pic.twitter.com/pkJTWCFgvP

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