Facts
The French Surfing Federation (Fédération Française de Surf, FFSurf) charges respondent M37 for a violation of the Anti-Doping Rules. During a surf event on October 3, 2004, the respondent provided a sample for doping control purposes. 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.
History
The respondent admitted the use of cannabis. The disciplinary committee of the FFSurf ordered him to pay a fine of 5.000 American dollars.
Decision
1. The respondent is sanctioned with a period of ineligibility three months, for which one month conditionally, in which respondent can't take part in competition or manifestations organized or authorized by the FFSurf.
2. The sanction starts on the date of notification.
3. The decision will be published and sent to the parties involved.
