Facts
The French Federation of Workers and Amateurs in sports (Fédération Sportive et Gymnique du Travail (FSGT) charges respondent M19 for a violation of the Anti-Doping Rules. During a power lifting contest on June 2, 2007, a sample was taken for doping test purposes. The analysis showed the presence of prednisone and prednisolone. Prednisone and prednisolone are prohibited substances according the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) prohibited list and are regarded as specified substances.
History
The respondent used medication to treat his asthma, from which he suffers since childhood. He has proof of his medical condition. His medication however is only needed when his condition is in a crisis. There still is a medical justification necessary to use this kind of medication.
Decision
1. The sanction is a period of ineligibility of one year in which respondent can't take part in competition or manifestations organized or authorized by French sport federations organized or authorized by the FSGT or the French Federation of Weightlifting, Fitness, Powerlifting and Bodybuilding (FFHMFAC).
2. The decision dated November 20, 2007, by the disciplinary committee of the FSGT should be modified.
3. The period of ineligibility will be reduced by the time already served in voluntary suspension and under the decision dated November 20, 2007, by the disciplinary committee of the FSGT.
4. The present decision will start on the date of notification.
5. The decision will be published and sent to the parties involved.
