Facts
The French Football Federation (Fédération Française de Football Américain, FFFA) charges respondent M42 for a violation of the Anti-Doping Rules. During a match on February 23, 2009, a sample was taken for doping control purposes. The analysis showed the presence of budesonide. Budesonide is a prohibited substance according the World Anti Doping Agency (WADA) prohibited list and is regarded as a specified substance.
History
The respondent had mentioned the product containing the prohibited substance on the doping control form. He used it to treat his condition of asthma. He has medical proof of this condition. The panel considers his proof as a valid medical justification.
Decision
1. The respondent is acquitted.
2. The decision (three months period of ineligibility) dated May 6, 2009, by the disciplinary committee of the FFFA should be modified.
3. The decision starts on the date of notification.
4. The decision will be published and sent to the parties involved.
