Facts
The French Motorcycling Federation (Fédération Française de motocyclisme, FFM) charges respondent M48 for a violation of the Anti-Doping Rules. During a motorcycling event on February 7, 2010, a sample was taken for doping control purposes. The analysis of the sample showed the presence of prednisone and prednisolone. Prednisone and prednisolone are prohibited substances on the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) prohibited list and are regarded as a specified substance.
History
The respondent used medication to treat sinusitis with otitis, there was a prescription from the physician.
Decision
1. The respondent is acquitted
2. The earlier decision (three months period of ineligibility), dated April 16, 2010, of the disciplinary committee of the FFM should be modified.
3. The decision starts on the date of notification.
4. The decision will be published and sent to the parties involved.
