The International Basketball Federation (FIBA) has reported an anti-doping rule violation against the Player after his sample tested positive for the prohibited substance methylhexaneamine (dimethylpentylamine).
Because of substantial delays between the various authorities involved the Player was notified by FIBA 5 months after the sample collection. Hereafter the Player filed a statement in his defence and was heard for the FIBA Disciplinary Committee.
The Player stated he had used a supplement Jack3D purchased in a local store shortly before the competition and the doping control. Afterwards the Player researched the ingredients on the label of the supplement about possible prohibited substances. The Player expressed his regret and had no intention to enhance his performance.
The Panel concludes that the Player acted negligently in his responsibility that no prohibited substance enters his body. He did not research the ingredients of the supplement before using it and did not consult a physician or doctor.
Considering Player’s statement the FIBA Disciplinary Panel decides a 6 month period of ineligibility. Because of the previous substantial delays the period of ineligibility shall start on 1 January 2012.
