Facts
The French Rugby Federation (Fédération Française de Rugby, FFR) charges respondent M40 for a violation of the Anti-Doping Rules. During a sport meeting on September 30, 2012, a sample was taken for doping control. The sample tested positive on tuaminoheptane which is a prohibited substance according the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) prohibited list. Tuaminoheptane is regarded as a specified substance.
History
The respondent used medication for a cold, this medication was the cause of the positive test.
Decision
1. The sanction is a period of 6 months of ineligibility in which the respondent can't play competition or take part in a manifestation organized by the FFR.
2. The period of ineligibility will be reduced with the period all-ready served in voluntary suspension.
3. The earlier decision of the of the disciplinary committee of the FFR dated November 27, 2012, will be modified.
4. The decision will start on the date of notification.
5. The decision will be modified and sent to the parties involved.
