Hoban shines on Devonelli Devonelli swooped late to land the spoils in the seven-furlong handicap under a strong ride from Conor Hoban. The gamble of the race Gerladines Lass (12/1 in morning into 4/1f on course) looked set to collect when hitting the front from long-time leader President Lincoln a furlong-and-a-half out. She couldn't maintain her run, however, giving way inside the final furlong. President Lincoln's regained lead didn't last long, however, as Hoban conjured a late surge from Devonelli to get up for a half-length success. Winning trainer Michael Halford was full of praise for the young rider:- "She's very game. Conor gave her a very cool ride. He kept his head and the gaps came for him. "She loves that surface and will probably come back here in July."
