Facts
The French Federation of Weightlifting, Fitness, Powerlifting and Bodybuilding (Fédération Française d'Halterophilie, Musculation, Force Athlétique et Culturisme, FFHMFAC) charges respondent M25 for a violation of the Anti-Doping Rules. During a contest on January 18, 2009, a sample was taken for doping test purposes. The sample showed the presence of prednisolone and prednisone. These are prohibited substances according the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) prohibited list and regarded as specified substances.
History
The respondent used medication containing prednisolone to cure a ear, nose and throat infection. His mother, a physician, had provided the prescription. There was no intention to enhance sport performance.
Decision
1. The respondent is acquitted.
2. The decision (six months period of ineligibility) of March 24, 2009, by the disciplinary committee of the FFHMFAC should be modified.
3. The decision starts on the date of notification.
4. The decision will be published and sent to the parties involved.
