Facts
The French Athletics Federation (Fédération Française d'Athlétisme, FFA) charges respondent M96 for a violation of the Anti-Doping Rules. During a semi-marathon event on May 20, 2012, a sample for doping test purposes was taken. The analysis of the sample showed the presence of tuaminoheptane. Tuaminoheptane is a prohibited substance according the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) prohibited list and considered as a specified substance.
History
The respondent had used the remains of medication for her child, a spray that contained the prohibited substance. The respondent did know it contained the prohibited substance.
Decision.
1. The sanction is a period of ineligibility of six months in which respondent can't take part in competition or manifestations organized or authorized by the FFA.
2. The period of ineligibility will be reduced by three months which was the period already served in voluntary suspension.
3. The decision (3 months period of ineligibility) dated May 31, 2012, of the disciplinary committee of the FFA will be modified.
4. The decision will be published and sent to the parties involved.
