In May 2022 NADO Flanders reported an anti-doping rule violation against the Dutch hockey player after his sample tested positive for the prohibited substance Cannabis in a concentration above the WADA threshold.
Following notification the Athlete accepted a provisional suspension. He did not accept the proposed sanction and he was heard for the NADO Flanders Disciplinary Commission.
The Athlete admitted the violation and denied the intentional use of Cannabis. He acknowledged that he had smoked more then 4 joints, yet had used Cannabis frequently during the weekdays.
The Commission finds that the presence of a prohibited substance has been established in the Athlete's sample and accordingly that he committed an anti-doping rule violation. Further the Commission determines that the Athlete's statement about his frequent use is consistent with the concentration found in his sample.
Therefore the NADO Flanders Disciplinary Commission decides on 24 October 2023 to impose a 3 month period of ineligibility on the Athlete, starting on the date of the provisional suspension, i.e. on 20 May 2022.
Fees and expenses for this Commission shall be borne partially by the Athlete.
