IT might not be the same extreme test of man and beast as it was in the days of old, but jumping is still the name of the game when it comes to today’s Randox Grand National.

The unique Aintree fences present a different test nowadays since a series of safety-led changes have been rolled out, with efficient and quick jumpers appearing to be at an advantage over those bold and brave types who spend longer in the air. Pint-sized Liverpool legend Tiger Roll is the perfect example of how infinite scope isn’t required to excel around the modern-day National course. That said, last year’s renewal proved that the world-famous race is still a jumping challenge, even with its modifications.