Ruby Walsh, two-time Grand National Champion jockey, is a man in demand. I’m standing in the weighing room at Wincanton Racecourse at the arse-end of nowhere waiting for the star attraction to arrive.

I’m not the only journalist here, but I’m becoming a bit flustered and uncomfortable. I’ve been told Walsh can be a bit difficult – a great guy, albeit one with a temper and who has something of an ego. I’ve interviewed plenty of those, but for some reason, I’m not at ease with this.

It doesn’t help that time’s not on my side. Walsh is racing at 1pm and our meeting is scheduled for 11.30am.