MONBEG Dude may not have grabbed the crown and the most gruelling of races, the Grand National – this time – but there was much rejoicing at his worthy and credible seventh placing.

Maz Scudamore, mother of Monbeg Dude's trainer, Michael told they Gazette that: "They were all happy and just glad he came home safe and sound." This is just the beginning. We'll be following the 'Dude's progress closely.