In September 2012 the National Anti-Doping Commission of Malta has reported an anti-doping rule violation against the Athlete Jessica Ghigo after her sample tested positive for the prohibited substance bendroflumethiazide.
After notification a provisional suspension was ordered. The Athlete filed a statement in her defence and was heard for the National Anti-Doping Disciplinary Panel of Malta.
The Athlete admitted she used bendroflumethiazide tablets to control a medical condition she was suffering from since 2009, and did not mention the diuretic medicine on the doping control form. In support the Athlete produced reports from medical consultants.
The Panel concludes that the Athlete had no intention to enhance her sport performance, but she failed to mention the medication on the doping control form and did not apply for a TUE.
Therefore the National Anti-Doping Disciplinary Panel of Malta decides to impose a 6 month period of ineligibility on the Athlete, starting on the date of this decision, i.e. 19 March 2013.
