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 July 29, 2004, respondent provided a sample for doping test purposes. Analysis of the samples showed the presence of terbutaline which is a prohibited substance according the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) prohibited list.
History
The respondent claims that the positive result derived from the use of a pharmaceutical product to treat asthma. He has a medical certificate to prove his medical state, also his medical file confirms this. The panel regards this case 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 The decision will not be published.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.
