Absolutely.

This was a witch hunt, with no real evidence whatsoever.

However, Fallon has never been a "good boy" in racing circles and I'm quite sure in the years prior to him becoming champion he WAS probably guilty of 'some' of the crimes he was accused of.

His latest "cocaine shame" will probably do him in for good, I suspect. He comes across as a guy who enjoys a party (thinking back to his rehab episodes in the past), as am I, but there is no getting away from the fact that he is a world class jockey who - these days at least - will try to win at all costs.

I like him, I like his style and I love his competitiveness. He's a true champion who with the right opportunities could be even greater than Piggot.

It's a shame that his "demons", if you want to call them that, keep dragging him down.

I'd have a pint with him any day