Facts
The French Federation of Volley-ball (French Volleyball Federation, FFVB) charges respondent M62 for a violation of the Anti-Doping Rules. During a Volleyball match on January 15, 2011, a sample was taken for doping test purposes. The sample showed the presence of tuaminoheptane. Tuaminohetane is a prohibited substance according the World Anti Doping Agency (WADA) prohibited list and is regarded as a specified substance.
History
The respondent explains that the positive test derives from medication used against a acute nose cold. It was used daily as a spray, from January 12 - 16, 2011. A medical certificate from the physician is provided.
Decision
1. The sanction is a period of ineligibility of two months in which respondent can't take part in competition or manifestation organized by the FFVB.
2. The decision (a warning), dated April 14, 2011, of the disciplinary committee of the FFVB is cancelled.
3. The decision starts on the date of notification.
5. The decision will be published and sent to the parties involved.
