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150,000 people are expected at the Aintree Fesitval over the next few days with the Grand National taking place on Saturday.

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All eyes on Aintree as McCoy goes for glory

A tribute board signed by racegoers at Ladies Day Credit: Peter Byrne PA

Champion jockey AP McCoy aims to make history at the world's greatest steeplechase later today by winning his last Grand National. The 40 year old gets in the saddle for Aintree's main event for a record breaking 20th time at 4.15pm. Thousands of punters are pinning their hopes on his ride Shutthefrontdoor carrying him first over the finish line.

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