Facts
The French Cycling Federation (Fédération Française de Cyclisme, FFC) charges respondent M11 for a violation of the Anti-Doping Rules. During a cycling event on September 1, 2013, respondent provided a sample for doping test purposes. Analysis of the sample showed the presence of salmeterol which is a prohibited substance according the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) prohibited list. It is regarded as a specified substance.
History
The respondent used medication containing salmeterol, he did mention the use on the doping control form. He uses two puffs a day to treat chronic rhinitis and asthma. He has a certificate from his physician, a pulmonary examination and blood tests to prove his condition.
The panel regards the documents and the concentration measured as medical justifiable for the use of the medication.
Decision
1. The respondent is acquitted.
2. The decision will be published and sent to the parties involved.
