Facts
The French Cycling Federation (Fédération Française de Cyclisme, FFC) charges respondent M50 for a violation of the Anti-Doping Rules. During a match on April 3, 2011, a sample was taken for doping control purposes. The analysis of the sample showed the presence of prednisone and prednisolone which are prohibited substances according the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) prohibited list. Prednisone and prednisolone are regarded as specified substances.
History
The respondent confirms the use of prohibited substances, which derive from medicine used to treat rheumatism. There was a therapeutic use exemption (TUE) delivered for this by the Agence Francaise de Lutte contre le Dopage (AFLD). Taking part in matches is only for fun.
Decision
1. The respondent is acquitted.
2. The decision will be published and sent to the parties involved.
