ANGLO IRISH BANK SUPREME NOVICES' HURDLE (2m ½f)
We look at the first race of the meeting which is also known as the "novices' Champion Hurdle" and features a strong challenge from Ireland in the shape of Captain Cee Bee, Muirhead, Fiveforthree and Cork All Star whilst the home team is led by Khyber Kim, Sentry Duty and Rippling Ring.
IRISH INDEPENDENT ARKLE CHASE (2m)
A wide-open team will line up for the Arkle headed by ante-post favourite Noland from the Paul Nicholls yard who takes on ultra-tough Mahogany Blaze and enigmatic chaser Tidal Bay
We sent Gordon Brown to talk to the trainer of 2008 National favourite Cloudy Lane and live outsider Idle Talk as they attempt to become the fifth National winner to bear the McCain stamp after Red Rum and Amberleigh House.
We sent Gordon Brown to visit the leading Northern trainer to take a look at stable stars Turbo Linn, Collier Hill and Alfie Flits and reveal some dark horses to look out for in the near future.
It's the complete St Leger Preview! Introduced by Lee Mottershead with special guests David Duggan and Jason Weaver, we're taking a close look at Saturday's big race with detailed analysis, stats and video form.
KAPPA CHAMPION HURDLE (2m ½f)
We look at the chances of favourite Sizing Europe who heads another strong Irish raid that also includes reigning champ Sublimity and the back-to-form Harchibald, whilst the English hopes appear to rest with Osana and Katchit.
We sent Matt Chapman to visit champion jumps trainer Paul Nicholls to find out how plans are progressing for his talent-packed yard, which is home to top chasers Kauto Star, Denman and Star De Mohaison.
ROYAL & SUNALLIANCE NOVICES' CHASE (3m ½f)
12 months ago Denman stormed to victory in this staying championship for novices; can his half-brother Silverburn keep it in the family or will Reynoldstown Chase 1-2 Alberta's Run and Air Force One keep this prize in England?
BALLYMORE PROPERTIES NOVICES' HURDLE (2m 5f)
Nicky Henderson is set to field the favourite for this in the shape of Aigle D'Or whilst the Irish team will field impressive novice Forpadydeplasterer. There's also Group Captain and Paul Nicholls's Breedsbreeze in the line-up to ensure a quality renewal.
SEASONS HOLIDAYS QUEEN MOTHER CHAMPION CHASE (2m)
Can reigning champ Voy Por Ustedes reverse the form with both Twist Magic and Master Minded back on his favourite track? Or will Tamarinbleu follow-up his shock win in the Victor Chandler Chase with another in the Queen Mother?
John Gosden talks about the early part of his career, begining in Venezuela and working as assistant trainer at three of the top yards in Europe before setting up as a trainer in the States.
WEATHERBYS CHAMPION BUMPER (2m ½f)
The Irish-trained horses have dominated this race in recent years and we analyse a host of archive footage of the raiding party which includes Zaarito, Apt Approach, Lilywhitedancer and Corkskeagh Royal plus the home team lead by Gold Award.
RYANAIR CHASE (2m 5f)
Our Vic is back in this race for the fourth time - our team assess his chances along with those of Hennessy Cognac Gold Cup winner The Listener and Mossbank, who chased home Denman in the Lexus on his latest start.
