Facts
The Rugby Football Union (RFU) charged Harrison Pickett (the Athlete) for a violation of the Anti-Doping Rules. On October 3, 2013, the athlete was selected for a doping test. The analysis of the sample showed the presence of oxymetholone. Oxymetholone is a prohibited substance according the regulations of the Internation Rugby Board (IRB).
History
One day after the doping test the athlete informed the Director of Elite Sport at Hartpury College, Phil De Glanville, that he had been taking winstrol to treat an injury. This substance is the cause of the positive test. This information was forwarded to the UK Anti-Doping (UKAD) and the RFU and is seen as a prompt admission.
Decision
The Panel has imposed a two year period of ineligibility on the athlete commencing on 9 October 2013. The period expires at midnight on 8 October 2015.
