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Godsmejudge remains on track for the Crabbie's Grand National - despite being steered slightly off course at Bangor on Saturday.

Trainer Alan King had hoped to give the nine-year-old a profitable spin over hurdles at the Welsh circuit, but he ended up finishing last of 11 runners in a three-mile handicap.

The Barbury Castle handler was initially convinced something was amiss with the 2013 Scottish National winner, but he has returned to Wiltshire in sound health.

Aintree on April 11 is still very much the plan for Godsmejudge, with Wayne Hutchinson set to renew acquaintances on Merseyside.

"He's fine, all is OK," said King.

"He didn't like going back hurdling and the plan didn't work.

"All roads still lead to Aintree and Wayne will ride him."