The New Zealand Federation of Body Builders (NZFBB) has reported an anti-doping rule violations against Respondent after her sample tested positive for the prohibited substance Benzylpiperazine.
Respondent filed a statement in her defence and was heard for the Tribunal. Respondent admitted the violation and stated the positive result was due to her using a product she purchased at a local health store. She stated that she knew the product contained the substance, which was stated on the label, but did not realize that the substance was a prohibited substance.
The Tribunal concludes that Respondent acted with a degree of carelessness which means she cannot rely on the “no significant fault or negligence” provisions of the WADA Code.
Therefore the Sports Tribunal of New Zealand decides to impose a 2 year period of ineligibility on the Respondent, starting on the date she last competed.
