Facts
The French Cycling Federation (Fédération Française de Cyclisme, FFC) charges respondent M67 for a violation of the Anti-Doping Rules. During a cycling event on June 11, 2006, respondent provided a sample for doping control purposes. Analysis of the sample showed the presence of betamethasone which is a prohibited substance according the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) prohibited list.
History
The respondent had mentioned the use of an ointment to treat clavicle fraction. This ointment contained betamethasone and was the cause the positive test in combination with the bandages he used. The prescription of the physician confirms a treatment for three months. The panel has no scientific proof that the positive test results unmistakenly derive from a thick layer of ointment with betamethasone.
Decision
1. The respondent is acquitted.
2. The decision will be published and sent to the parties involved.