Facts
The French Basketball Federation (Fédération Française de Basket-Ball, FFBB) charges respondent M35 for a violation of the Anti-Doping Rules. During a match on October 10, 2009, a sample was taken for doping test purposes. The analysis of the sample showed the presence of prednisolone and prednisone. Prednisolone and prednisone are prohibited according the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) prohibited list and are regarded as a specified substances.
History
The respondent had used medication containing the prohibited substances to treat a flu that was transforming in bronchitis. He has the prescription for this medication.
Decision
1. The sanction is a period of ineligibility of three months in which respondent can't take part in competition or manifestation organized by the FFBB.
2. The decision (a warning), dated January 6, 2010, by the disciplinary committee of the FFBB should be modified.
3. The decision starts on the date of notification.
4. The decision will be published and sent to the parties involved.
