The Independent: Pigeon fancier's flight of fantasy brought to earth but dream lives on

Here's a look at some unconventional horse owners, Fergus and Judith Wilson, who have their own way of trying to win the Grand National. The reporter is Paul Newman, and the article is in the April 11, 2005, The Independent, Online Edition:

Fergus Wilson is the most affable of owners, but as the field approached the Canal Turn there was a hint of exasperation in his voice. "The commentator hasn't even mentioned Astonville," he said, peering into the distance from the top of the Owners and Trainers Stand. "We're second in the Grand National and he hasn't even mentioned us."

Most boys dream of playing for Manchester United or of opening the batting for England. "I dreamed of owning a Grand National winner," Wilson had said before the race. "It's what I've always wanted to do, ever since I was five years old."...