Facts
The French Cycling Federation (Fédération Française de Cyclisme, FFC) charges respondent M48 for a violation of the Anti-Doping Rules. During a cycling event on April 13, respondent provided a sample for doping test purposes. Analysis of the sample showed the presence of acetazolamide, which is a prohibited substance according the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) prohibited list.
History
The respondent contests the laboratory results and arranges an own toxicological report on his own expense which indicates that none of his medications contained the prohibited substance.
Decision
1. The sanction is a period of ineligibility of one year in which respondent can't take part in competition or manifestations organized or authorized by French sport federations.
2. The decision start on the date of the notification.
3. The decision will be published and sent to the parties involved.
