William Hill Grand National Final, Wimbledon

October 01, 2004 With the majority of the fancied greyhounds already eliminated from this contest, including ante-post favourite Oklahoma Joe, the market has a one-sided look to it. New favourite Four Handed passed his second round assignment with flying colours, producing a stunning burst of early speed to catapult clear of his rivals, crossing the line two and a half lengths clear of Nacap Junior in a time of 28.43 seconds. Defending champion, Selby Ben, went just one spot (on the clock) slower than Four Handed in his heat, but had to work hard for his short head victory over Canon Tom. With the front two in the market set to meet in Friday's semi-finals, the way could be clear for Canon Tom to clinch his place in next Tuesday's final, especially considering he's the only seeded wide runner in the other semi. At 7/1 he looks the best value alternative to the favourite in our outright market.

bet365 Grand National prices... Four Handed 13/8, Selby Ben 7/2, Canon Tom, Ballymac Mich 7/1, Greenacre Brian, Ballyeacle 14/1, others on bet365 website. Each-way 1/4 1-2-3.

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