Rubi Light has been confirmed as a definite runner for the Grand National . Grade one winner had the option of running in the shorter Topham Chase . The race is run over two miles and starts at Aintree Racecourse on April 1 with the first heat taking place on Saturday May 3, followed by the second heat on Sunday June 5. Hennessy 's horse is one of eight Irish-trained horses targeting the race .
Rubi Light has been confirmed as a definite runner for the Grand National . Grade one winner had the option of running in the shorter Topham Chase . Rubi Light schooled over some Aintree-style fences on Saturday afternoon . Hennessy 's horse is one of eight Irish-trained horses targeting the race .