Facts
The French Cycling Federation (Fédération Française de Cyclisme, FFC) charges respondent M52 for a violation of the Anti-Doping Rules. During a cycling event on July 20, 2006, a sample was taken for doping control purposes. Analysis of the sample showed the presence of an abnormally high testosterone on epitestosterone level. An additional isotope mass spectrometry analysis showed the presence of testosterone with exogenous origin. Exogenous testosterone is a prohibited substances according to the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) prohibited list.
History
The respondent doubts the result of the analysis by isotope mass spectrometry but an expert makes clear that there are no doubts in the used method and results. The A and B sample tested positive on the prohibited substance.
Decision
1. The sanction is a period of ineligibility of two years in which respondent can't take part in competition or manifestations organized or authorized by the FFC.
2. The decision starts on the date of notification.
3. The decision will be published and sent to the parties involved.
