Raaheeb

The catch is that Raaheeb hasn't been seen since. That win came roughly seven months ago, and the horse is now returning from a break of around 205 days. A long absence after a debut win can mean all sorts of things — a minor setback, a careful training plan, or simply a yard that prefers to wait for the right opportunity rather than rush. What we do know is that the team behind this horse is worth trusting. Trainer Owen Burrows, based in Lambourn, has sent out 31 winners already this season, which tells you this is a yard in form and operating with real confidence.

The big question now is whether Raaheeb can back up that promising start after such a lengthy time away from racing. First-time-out winners who return from long breaks are always watched closely — the debut win shows ability, but the second run shows character. With a trainer in this kind of form and a horse that clearly knows how to cross the line first, there is every reason to pay attention when Raaheeb reappears.