Facts
The French Hockey Federation (Fédération Française de Hockey, FFHockey) charges respondent M18 for a violaton of the Anti-Doping Rules. During a match on April 26, 2009 a sample was taken for doping test purposes. The analysis of the sample showed the presence of budesonide. This substances is prohibited according the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) prohibited list and is regarded as a specified substance.
History
The respondent had uses an inhalator to treat asthma. He did mention this during the doping control. He uses it against his allergy for pollen. He ha medical certificates for this condition and a report concerning an exploration of his respiratory functionality. There was no intention to enhance his sport performance.
Decision
1. The decision, dated July 23, 2009, of the disciplinary committee should be modified.
2. The respondent is acquitted.
3. The decision will start on the date of notification.
4. The decision will be published and sent to the parties involved.
