Roger Varian’s Rahiebb Ready to Shine in Queen’s Vase at Royal Ascot
Day two of Royal Ascot is shaping up to be a cracker, and all eyes are on Roger Varian’s rising star Rahiebb as he steps into the spotlight in the Queen’s Vase. If you’re following the action or looking for a horse to back with confidence, Rahiebb could be the name you want on your ticket.
Now, let’s break down why this is such a smart move from Varian. Initially, many expected Rahiebb to run in the King George V Handicap. But Varian swerved that plan, opting instead to place him in the Queen’s Vase – and it’s not hard to see why. Since debuting in March at Newcastle, Rahiebb has looked every inch a stayer in the making. He came from behind with a late surge to win in style that day, and since then he’s had to face some seriously talented rivals.
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He’s run into a couple of potential stars in each of his last three starts. At York, his most recent outing, he was up against Merchant and was trying to give him 8lb – not an easy task, but Rahiebb stuck on gamely to finish a strong second. It’s not just about where he finished – it’s how he did it. He was the first to be asked for an effort and still kept finding more, which speaks volumes about his stamina and attitude.
The form from that York race has worked out really well, too. Horses who finished behind him that day came back out at Doncaster and filled the first three spots in a competitive Class 2 handicap. That’s the kind of detail smart punters love – it shows Rahiebb wasn’t just running well; he was running in a proper race.
Another reason this race suits him? His time figures. When compared to Devil’s Advocate, who ran on the same York card and is rated 15lb higher, Rahiebb actually finished his final half-mile only a second slower. And we all saw what happened to those who came from the Dante – most of them bombed in the Derby. It puts Rahiebb’s performance in an even better light.
Varian clearly thinks this horse has more to give over a longer trip, and the Queen’s Vase, run over just under 1 mile 6 furlongs, looks tailor-made for him. He’s a general 15-2 shot, but frankly, he looks every bit the value bet on the card.
Now, if you’re looking for something a little later in the day, keep an eye on Sky Safari in the Kensington Palace Stakes. She’s progressive, and if she settles early from stall 1, she could easily outrun her odds.
Royal Ascot never fails to deliver drama, but this could be the day Rahiebb announces himself in a big way. With live coverage on Sky Sports Racing, all eyes will be on Varian’s charge – and I wouldn’t be surprised if he steals the show.
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