Haiti Couleurs favored for Irish Grand National at Fairyhouse

Haiti Couleurs, a standout eight-year-old trained by Rebecca Curtis, is a leading contender in the BoyleSports Irish Grand National at Fairyhouse, following an emphatic win in the National Hunt Chase at Cheltenham. Curtis, who brings a strong team to the Easter Festival, is hopeful that Haiti Couleurs could become the first British-trained winner of the prestigious race in over a decade. The horse has shown consistent form throughout the season, highlighted by impressive wins at Aintree and Cheltenham, and solid performances over hurdles to protect his rating. While the Irish Grand National was a late addition to his campaign, Curtis is confident in his preparation and believes the horse possesses the stamina and jumping ability to succeed, though she acknowledges the need for some racing luck in a large, competitive field. The race also features strong challenges from prominent Irish trainers and in-form contenders such as Quai De Bourbon and Now Is The Hour, emphasizing the event's competitive nature. With her stable in excellent form, Curtis sees this as potentially her most successful season in years.