Facts
The French Athletics Federation (Fédération Française d'Athlétisme, FFA) charges respondent M25 for a violation of the Anti-Doping Rules.
Respondent provided a sample for doping control purposes on May 31, 2014, during competition. The sample showed the presence of prednisone and prednisolone which are prohibited substances according the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) 2014 prohibited list. They are regarded as a specified substances.
History
The respondent had used medication to treat her sore throat and coughing from which she suffered. She has a medical prescription and proof a treatment by her physician. She had been negligent, but was aware of the prohibited substance in the medication.
The panel was not convinced that the usage had been exclusive for therapeutic purposes.
Decision
1. The athlete is sanctioned with a warning.
2. Her results of December 14, 2014, are cancelled. Points, medals and prices will be withdrawn.
3. The decision starts on the date of notification.
4. The decision will be published and sent to the parties involved.
