WANNABE jockey Lee Bull is about to face the first hurdle in a bold bid to become a top jockey . . .

The 16-year-old former Park High School pupil, who lives in Birkenhead, begins a gruelling nine-week course on Monday at Newmarket, the home of horse racing, after which he faces a 'hands on' placement at one of the country's top stables.

Proud parents Alan and Jane hope to see their son achieve his ultimate ambition - winning the Grand National at Aintree