Oli Bell tips and best bets for the opening day of the 2019 Grand National meeting

Progressive hurdler who overcame significant traffic problems to win at Cheltenham. Should enjoy this track and looks ready to bag his first Grade One prize for Joseph O'Brien.

Didn't appear to get home in the Cheltenham Gold Cup but won the King George in good style earlier in the campaign and this track and trip should suit ideally.

Class act in his day who ran well when fifth at Cheltenham last time. Gordon's Elliott's charge has previous experience of these fences and should go very well.

Failed to fire last time but his previous form is littered with promise and trainer Henry De Bromhead is always to be feared when sending runners to these shores.