Facts
The French Baseball and Softball Federation (Fédération Française de Baseball et Softball, FFBS) charges respondent M60 for a violation of the Anti-Doping Rules. During a match on May 11, 2008, a sample was taken for doping test purposes. The analysis of the sample showed the presence of prednisone and prednisolone which are prohibited substances according the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) prohibited list, they are regarded as specified substances.
History
The respondent explains that he had used medication to prevent an allergic reaction or asthma attack. He has medical documentation to prove his allergy for cat and dog hair.
Decision
1. The respondent is acquitted.
2. The decision (one month period of ineligibility) of August 9, 2008, by the disciplinary committee of the FFBS should be modified.
3. The decision starts on the date of notification.
4. The decision will be published and sent to the parties involved.
