King Roland earns Neon Wolf comparisons with slick bumper win

Harry Fry, a former point-to-point rider, enjoyed a flying start to 2017 at Exeter

Harry Fry: holds King Roland in high regardCredit: Phil Mingo/Pinnacle

Racegoers who left before the bumper missed a treat as King Roland displayed potential star quality in scoring on his debut for trainer Harry Fry and jockey Noel Fehily.

The point-to-point winner travelled ominously well throughout the contest to win as he liked in the colours of the Masterson family.

"He's a lovely horse who was impressive in his point-to-point and Harry has loved him since the day he got him," said Fehily.

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Andrew DietzReporter

Published on 21 December 2018inReports

Last updated 18:55, 21 December 2018

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