Although others didn't, I accepted the analysis offered by the Paul Nicholls team with regard to the unsuitable track (right-handed and winter ground) and his fitness, or lack of it.

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Mr Fahy said he had the "highest regard" for Sir Paul and Assistant Commissioner John Yates, who also resigned over the issue.

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As usual, the libertarians and Paul-ites are even worse in this regard.

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