The start of the three day Martell Grand National Meeting.
2.35 Sandeman Maghull Novice Chase (2m)
3. 10 Martell Cup Chase (3m 11
3.45 John Hughes Memorial Handicap Chase (2m 6f)
The first taste of the Grand
National fences.
Commentary by Peter O'Sullevan , Jim McGrath and John Hanmer , Richard Pitman , Bill Smith and Tracy Piggott. Producers Keith Mackenzie and Martin Hopkins Stereo (Coverage continues 4.00pm on BBC2)