David Probert Royal Ascot day two rides blog: 'She handles fast ground'

David Probert is back, ahead of a big week of horse racing, with his Royal Ascot day two rides blog. He previews his action on June 18 with Coral readers.

His last start was in the Derby. He found things a little tough in that race, and what we also concluded was it was a bit sharp for him. We are stepping up to 1m6f now for the Queen’s Vase and the extra 2f will give him longer to settle.

All the leading yards are represented in this contest so it is another tough challenge for the colt, but it would be great to see him just finish his race off. He has plenty of stamina in his pedigree, so I am confident he will relish this distance. We also think Ascot will suit him better than Epsom.

He has been drawn 33 which you don’t see very often. It just goes to show how many runners there are in this Royal Hunt Cup. I am hoping we are on the favourable side of the track. It normally suits the stands’ side at Ascot.

There is plenty of pace around me. My horse has been running consistently well and is still on the improve. He likes to follow horses, and he should finish well. With a bit of luck on our side, I think he can go close.