Facts
The Rugby Football Union (RFU) charged William Robinsen, "the Player", for a violation of the Anti-Doping Rules. The player was selected, on 16th July 2013, for a doping control test during pre-season training, which was an out of competition test. The analysis of the sample he provided showed the presence of clomiphene. Clomiphene is a prohibited substance according the World Anti-Doping Code prohibited list.
History
The positive test was the result of the ingestion of Klomen tablets to increase his levels of testosterone. He got the information about this product on the internet and purchased a packet of about 20 pills during may 2013. After taking the tablets his relationship difficulties resolved and he stopped taking the Klomen tablets. This case was handled without a hearing.
Decision
The sanction is a period of Ineligibility upon the Player of two years, starting upon the date on which his suspension commenced namely 13th August 2013. For avoidance of doubt, the period of Ineligibility expires on the 13th August 2015 and the player is free to play again on the 14th August 2015.
