Facts
The French Federation of Weightlifting, Fitness, Powerlifting and Bodybuilding (Fédération Française d'Halterophilie, Musculation, Force Athlétique et Culturisme, FFHMFAC) charges respondent M78 for a violation of the Anti-Doping Rules. During a weightlifting event on January 7, 2012, a sample was taken for doping test purposes. The analysis of the sample showed the presence of a metabolite of cannabis. Cannabis is a prohibited substance according the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) prohibited list and is regarded as a specified substance.
History
The respondent denies that he used the prohibited substance to enhance his sport performance, it was used in a recreational setting.
Decision
1. The sanction is a period of ineligibility of five months in which respondent can't take part in competition or manifestations organized or authorized by the FFHMFAC.
2. The period of ineligibility will be reduced by the period already served in voluntary suspension.
3. The decision starts on the date of notification.
4. The decision will be published and sent to the parties involved.
