Facts
The French Cycling Federation (Fédération Française de Cyclisme, FFC) charges respondent M53 for a violation of the Anti-Doping Rules. During a cycling match on July 27, 2011, a blood sample was taken for doping test purposes. The analysis of the blood sample showed the presence of recombinant human erythropoietin (rhEPO).
History
The respondent denies the use of recombinant erythropoietin (EPO).
Decision
1. The sanction is a period of ineligibility lasting 2 years in which respondent can't take part in competition or manifestation organized by the French sport federations.
2. The period of ineligibility will be reduced by the period already spent in voluntary suspension.
3. All the results obtained on the cycling math on July 27, 2011, are cancelled, including forfeiture of medals , points and prizes .
4. The present decision shall take effect from the date of its notification.
5. The decision will be published and sent to the parties involved.
