Facts
The French Athletics Federation (Fédération Française d'Athlétisme, FFA) charges the respondent M04 with a violation of the Anti-Doping Rules. Respondent underwent a doping control on July 7, 2012, during a meeting of Athletics performing in Mulhouse (Haut-Rhin). His sample showed the presence of methylhexaneamine which is a prohibited substance on the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) prohibited list. Methylhexaneamine is regarded as a specified substance.
History
The respondent claims to have used an energy-drink on the eve of the match which contained the prohibited substance. He didn't use it to enhance his sport perforamance, but only a fight against
the inherent fatigue pace of life.
Decision
1. The respondent is awarded with period of ineligibility of six months, competitions and sporting events organized or
authorized by the French Federation of Athletics.
2. The period of ineligibility will be reduced with the period of voluntary suspension.
3. The decision, dated August 28, 2012, of the disciplinary committee of the FFA will be modified.
4. The decision starts on the date of notification.
5. The decision will be published and sent to the parties involved.
