Dashing Roger, a seven-year-old gelding trained by William Stone, is a potential outsider in the 17:05PM race at Ascot. The son of Kodiac has shown some glimpses of ability this season, highlighted by a fifth-placed finish in a handicap at Leicester in April. However, his form has been inconsistent, with a disappointing 14th-placed finish at Epsom in his most recent outing. Kieran Shoemark, a capable jockey, will be in the saddle and his partnership with Dashing Roger could prove fruitful. The current odds of 16/1 for Dashing Roger reflect his inconsistent form and the competitive nature of the race. While he may not be the favourite, Dashing Roger has the potential to surprise at a big price if everything falls into place today.