Facts
The French Cycling Federation (Fédération Française de Cyclisme, FFC) charges respondent M72 for a violation of the Anti-Doping Rules. During a cycling event on July 8, 2008, a sample was taken for doping test purposes. The analysis of the sample showed the presence of a Erythropoietin (EPO) which is a prohibited substance according the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) prohibited list.
History
During the procedure the respondent didn't provide any information about how the prohibited substance had entered his body.
Decision
1. The sanction is period of ineligibility of two years in which the respondent can't take part in competition or manifestations organized or authorized by French sport federations.
2. All the results obtained at July 8, 2008, are cancelled. Medals, points and prizes are withdrawn.
3. The decision starts on the date of notification.
4. The decision will be published and sent to the parties involved.
