The South African Institute for Drug-Free Sport (SAIDS) has reported an anti-doping rule violation against the Athlete after his sample tested positive for the prohibited substance prednisone.
After notification a provisional suspension was ordered and the Athlete was heard for the Disciplinary Committee.
The Athlete stated he had used prednisone tablets from his girlfriend to assist pain relief for his physical injury.
The Committee concludes that there was no intention to enhance performance or mask usage. In addition the affidavit by Athlete’s girlfriend confirming his version of events.
Therefore the SAIDS Disciplinary Committee decides to impose a 3 month period of ineligibility on the Athlete starting on the date of the provisional suspension, i.e. 25 October 2011 to 23 January 2012.
