The Court of Arbitration for Sport confirmed Paul Pogba's anti-doping rule violation but reduced his suspension from four years to 18 months, citing that his ingestion of a banned substance was not intentional. While they emphasized he should have exercised greater care, they acknowledged his argument regarding a supplement incorrectly prescribed by his doctor.
While Pogba's initial ban from Italy's national anti-doping tribunal was four years, the Court of Arbitration for Sport recognized his argument regarding lack of intent. CAS noted that his failure to ensure the safety of supplements was reckless, even though they reduced his punishment.
Sources close to Pogba indicate that he will be eligible to resume training in January 2024 and play again by March 2024. After a positive doping test conducted in August 2023, his situation forced him to navigate a complicated appeal process.
Doping prosecutor's office aimed for a full four-year ban due to the seriousness of Pogba's recklessness. However, the CAS partially upheld his appeal, suggesting a clear distinction between intentional doping and negligence.
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