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AFLD 2015 FFJDA vs Respondent M42
September 10, 2015
Facts
The French Federation for Judo, Jujitsu, Kendo and Associated Disciplines (Fédération Française de Judo, Jujitsu, Kendo et Disciplines Associées FFJDA) charges respondent M29 for a violation of the Anti-Doping Rules. During a judo tournament on April 21, 2007, a sample was taken for doping test purposes. Analysis of the sample showed the presence of prednisone and prednisolone which are prohibited substances according the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) prohibited list. Prednisone and prednisolone are regarded as specified substance.
History
The respondent suffers from an anatomical abnormality. Five days before the doping control he took injections with the prohibited substances to treat back pain. He had mentioned the use of the pharmaceutical product on the doping control form. He had no intention to enhance his sport performance. He took a risk with the treatment to be sure to participate in the tournament.
Decision
1. The sanction is a period of ineligibility of one month in which the respondent can't take part in competition or manifestations organized or authorized by the FFJDA.
2. The decision starts on the date of notification.
3. The decision will be published and sent to the parties involved.
