Facts
The French Tennis Federation (Fédération Française de Tennis, FFT) charges respondent M14 for a violation of the Anti-Doping Rules. During a match on June 23, 2007, the respondent provided a sample for doping control purposes. The analysis of the sample revealed the presence of a metabolite of cannabis. Cannabis is a prohibited substance according the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) prohibited list and is regarded as a specified substance.
History
Respondent had smoked cannabis the evening before the match. He had used the cannabis in a recreation setting, there was no intention to enhance sport performance. Also he doesn't practice the sport as a professional.
Decision
1. The sanction is a period of ineligibility of three months in which respondent can't take part in competition or manifestation organized or authorized by the FFT.
2. The decision starts on the date of notification.
3. The decision will be published and sent to the parties involved.
