Facts
The French Cycling Federation (Fédération Française de Cyclisme, FFC) charges respondent M18 for a violation of the Anti-Doping Rules. During a cycling event on June 9, 2004, respondent provided a sample for doping test purposes. Analysis of the samples showed the presence of triamcinolone which is a prohibited substance according the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) prohibited list.
History
The respondent claims that the positive result derived from an ointment, containing glucocorticosteroids, he had used. The panel accepted this explanation and regarded this treatment as medical justifiable.
Decision
1. The respondent is acquitted.
2. The decision will not be published.
3. The decision will be sent to the parties involved.