{"id":45437,"date":"2025-04-12T06:23:06","date_gmt":"2025-04-12T06:23:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sportscasting.com\/uk\/?p=45437"},"modified":"2025-04-12T07:21:16","modified_gmt":"2025-04-12T07:21:16","slug":"ai-supercomper-predicts-another-willie-mullins-national-1-2-3-in-the-scottish-version","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sportscasting.com\/uk\/news\/ai-supercomper-predicts-another-willie-mullins-national-1-2-3-in-the-scottish-version\/","title":{"rendered":"AI Supercomputer Predicts Another Willie Mullins National 1-2-3 In The Scottish Version – But With Which Three Runners?"},"content":{"rendered":"

If the AI ChatGPT Supercomputer is to believed the bookies might want to run for cover as they are predicting ANOTHER Willie Mullins dominance – this time in the Scottish Grand National on Saturday.<\/strong><\/p>\n

The Closutton trainer has SIX runners heading to post at Ayr – the same amount of entries he had in the Aintree National last week – and with one the likely favourite, plus last year’s winner, fourth and sixth – then it’s no shock when we asked AI for their 2025 Scottish Grand National preview<\/strong> and winner – it has churned out another Mullins masterclass.<\/p>\n

So, read on to find which of the six Mullins Scottish Grand National runners<\/strong> are going to fill the first three places this time.<\/p>\n

Oh, and even the predicted fourth horse was a ‘former’ Willie Mullins runner.<\/p>\n

\ud83c\udfc7 AI 2025 Scottish Grand National Preview: The Supercomputer Is Predicting Another Mullins National 1-2-3<\/strong><\/h2>\n


\ud83d\udccd Ayr Racecourse | Saturday 12th April | Off Time: 3:35pm<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The 2025 Scottish Grand National<\/strong> promises to be a pulsating renewal of the Ayr showpiece, with a full field of 23 runners<\/strong> tackling the marathon 4-mile trip<\/strong> and 27 demanding fences<\/strong>. As ever, it’s a searching test of stamina, jumping, and jockeyship \u2013 and this year, the spotlight once again falls firmly on Willie Mullins<\/strong>, the dominant force in staying chases right now.<\/p>\n

Just seven days removed from his astonishing 1-2-3 clean sweep in the Aintree Grand National, the Irish master sends a six-strong team<\/strong> to Ayr, led by last year\u2019s winner Macdermott<\/strong> and bookmakers\u2019 favourite Chosen Witness<\/strong>, as he chases yet more National glory on Scottish soil.<\/p>\n

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\ud83d\udd0e The Mullins Juggernaut<\/h3>\n
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    Chosen Witness<\/strong> (jockey: Sean O’Keeffe) is a horse on the rise and has earned his position at the head of the market following a string of eye-catching performances in big-field handicaps. He\u2019s unexposed over marathon distances but shaped like this sort of test would bring out his best. Nicely treated and has been laid out for this.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Macdermott<\/strong>, last year\u2019s hero, bids to become the first back-to-back winner since Vicente in 2016 and 2017 and Androma in the 1980s. He’s 8lb higher now, but his running style \u2013 prominent and brave \u2013 suits this track perfectly.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Olympic Man<\/strong>, ridden by Patrick Mullins<\/strong>, adds further intrigue. A bold jumper and natural front-runner, he could give his rider a chance at emulating his father’s recent Aintree triumph.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Captain Cody<\/strong>, Klarc Kent<\/strong>, and Spanish Harlem<\/strong> complete the Mullins sextet \u2013 all capable, with different running styles, ensuring Mullins has tactical depth in the race. With Klarc Kent 4th in 2024 and Spanish Harlem 6th so their experience in the race will be a plus.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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    \ud83e\udded In-Running Tactical Preview<\/strong><\/h2>\n

    Expect a true stamina test<\/strong>, with Olympic Man<\/strong>, Sail Away<\/strong>, and Surrey Quest<\/strong> likely to be positive early. Olympic Man, in particular, has no issue forcing the pace \u2013 something Patrick Mullins excels at on strong-staying types.<\/p>\n

    Last year’s winner Macdermott<\/strong> is expected to sit prominently, likely within the first six or seven throughout, conserving energy while keeping out of trouble.<\/p>\n

    Meanwhile, Chosen Witness<\/strong> may be held up in midfield by Sean O\u2019Keeffe, with a view to gradually easing into the race after halfway. His jumping is reliable, and he\u2019ll look to creep closer down the back straight on the final circuit.<\/p>\n

    Mr Incredible<\/strong>, now trained by Sandy Thomson and the only Scottish-trained runner in the field, is likely to be held up out the back. He\u2019s quirky, but if things click, he\u2019ll be thundering home when others fade. He could be over-priced if on a going day.<\/p>\n

    Look for major moves around the third-last fence<\/strong>, traditionally where staying power begins to separate contenders from pretenders. From there, it\u2019s a long, energy-sapping run-in and the perfect stage for a late charge.<\/p>\n

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    \ud83d\udca1 Scottish Grand National Horses to Note<\/strong><\/h2>\n

    \ud83d\udd35 Chosen Witness (Willie Mullins)<\/em><\/strong>
    Progressive, nicely weighted, and arrives fresh. Bookies\u2019 favourite for good reason.<\/p>\n

    \ud83d\udfe2 Macdermott (Willie Mullins)<\/em><\/strong>
    Reigning champ. Faces a tougher task off his revised mark, but the course and conditions suit him down to the ground.<\/p>\n

    \ud83d\udfe0 Olympic Man (Willie Mullins)<\/em><\/strong>
    Should ensure a strong gallop. May be vulnerable late but could hang on for a place if jumping holds up.<\/p>\n

    \ud83d\udd34 Mr Incredible (Sandy Thomson)<\/em><\/strong>
    Former Mullins runner and the home hope. Powerful stayer with previous form in Nationals \u2013 temperament\u2019s a question mark, but on his going days, he’s a threat to all at a price.<\/p>\n

    \u26ab Famous Bridge (Nicky Richards)<\/em><\/strong>
    Reliable northern chaser who might relish this trip. Hasn\u2019t been fully exposed yet over marathon distances.<\/p>\n

    \ud83d\udfe1 Dom Of Mary (David Bridgewater)<\/em><\/strong>
    Ran a fair race in defeat at Cheltenham. Might not have the class of a few here but could grab a place if stamina kicks in late.<\/p>\n

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    \ud83c\udfc6 Predicted 2025 Scottish Grand National Result<\/strong><\/h2>\n

    \ud83e\udd47 1st \u2013 Chosen Witness<\/strong> (Willie Mullins \/ Sean O’Keeffe)<\/em>
    Beautifully placed in the weights, unexposed over staying trips, and from a yard in unstoppable form. Can make his move turning for home and stay on best.<\/p>\n

    \ud83e\udd48 2nd \u2013 Macdermott<\/strong> (Willie Mullins \/ Danny Mullins)<\/em>
    No horse knows this course better. Hard to see him out of the frame if he repeats last year\u2019s effort.<\/p>\n

    \ud83e\udd49 3rd <\/strong>\u2013 Olympic Man<\/strong> (Willie Mullins \/ Patrick Mullins)<\/em>
    Will light it up from the front. May not last home, but brave enough to cling to a place.<\/p>\n

    \ud83c\udfc5 4th\u00a0\u2013 Mr Incredible<\/strong> (Sandy Thomson\/ Alice Stevens)<\/em>
    If he puts his best foot forward, he\u2019s more than capable of landing a blow late for the home team.<\/p>\n

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    \ud83d\udce3 AI – Final Word: 2025 Scottish Grand National<\/h2>\n

    Willie Mullins has rewritten the script in British jump racing this season, and the 2025 Scottish Grand National<\/strong> could serve as yet another chapter in his record-breaking campaign.<\/p>\n

    With a strong team led by Chosen Witness and last year\u2019s winner Macdermott, it\u2019s tough to see the prize leaving his grasp.<\/p>\n

    But in a four-mile war of attrition, nothing is certain. The Scottish-trained Mr Incredible<\/strong>, the ultra-game Macdermott, and the bold Olympic Man all bring intrigue to a race that could be a true classic.<\/p>\n

    \ud83d\udcfa Don\u2019t miss the drama \u2013 3:35pm Saturday at Ayr.<\/strong><\/p>\n

    WATCH: Macdermott Winning The 2024 Scottish Grand National<\/strong><\/h2>\n