Facts
The French University Sport Federation (Fédération Française du Sport Universitaire, FFSU) charges respondent M04 for a violation of the Anti-Doping Rules. During a ski event on March 23, 2005, a sample was taken for doping test purposes. The analysis of the sample showed the presence of a metabolite of cannabis. Cannabis is a prohibited substance according the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) prohibited list and is regarded as a specified substance.
History
The respondent had used cannabis two days before the doping control. He had celebrated his birthday among friends. There was no intention to enhance performances.
Decision
1. The sanction is a period of ineligibility of four months in which respondent can't take part in competition or manifestations organized or authorized by the FFSU or other related French sport federations.
2. The decision will start on the date of the notification.
3. The decision will be published and sent to the parties involved.