Facts
The French Rugby Federation (Fédération Française de Rugby, FFR) charges respondent M33 for a violation of the Anti-Doping Rules. During a meeting between Brive / Aurillac preparing for the championship of France rugby a sample for doping test was taken. This sample tested positive on methylhexaneamine which is a prohibited substance on the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) prohibited list and regarded as a specified substance.
History
The respondent has denied throughout the proceedings, that he willfully consumed methylhexanamine, he pleads his good faith, explaining that positivity of the urine may result from taking certain supplements or food, that he says he get legally, or from nasal decongestant he used to heal chronic sinusitis. For this he has several medical records and medical certificates.
Decision
1. The sanction is a period of ineligibility of 9 months in which the respondent can't participate in competitions and manifestations organized by the FFR.
2. The period of ineligibility will be reduced with the period voluntary suspension.
3. The earlier decision of the disciplinary committee of the FFR will be modified.
4. The decision will start on the date of notification.
5. The decision will be published and sent to the parties involved.
