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A four year old girl who was born weighing just 650 grams and spent the first 13 months of her life in hospital has been named as the honorary 41st runner in this year鈥檚 Randox Grand National.

The Jockey Club, which stages the world鈥檚 most famous steeplechase at Aintree this Saturday, nominated little Betty Batt for the honour, which will see her name appear around the racecourse and in the race-card, alongside the 40 horses taking part in the 拢1 million race.

The initiative will help raise awareness and funds for Alder Hey Hospital, which is treating Betty and supported her family for years.

Karen Batt is Betty's mum.