'The region is ready': Argentina to launch bid to host RWC 2035
NEWS: The Rugby World Cup could have a South American stage in the future.
The Argentina Rugby Union (UAR) officially announced that it intends to launch a bid to host the Rugby World Cup in South America for the first time in 2035.
In a statement released this week, the UAR said they will work with Sudamérica Rugby and neighbouring countries Brazil, Chile and Uruguay.
World Rugby CEO Alan Gilpin is due to hold discussions with UAR president Gabriel Travaglini over the viability of the Argentina bid.
“As part of the strategic strengthening of regional rugby, the Argentine Rugby Union (UAR) is moving forward with its official bid to host the 2035 Rugby World Cup,” said a statement on the UAR website.
“This project is led by Argentina for the entire region and is being developed in conjunction with Sudamérica Rugby to integrate the unions of Brazil, Chile and Uruguay, consolidating a proposal that reflects the development of South American rugby.
“To further this process, a working session will be held with the participation of Alan Gilpin, CEO of World Rugby, who is visiting the country to continue analysing the feasibility of Argentina as a host for the top global event.
“The meeting and analysis sessions will be attended by Gabriel Travaglini, President of the UAR; Félix Páez Molina, Vice President of the UAR; Agustín Pichot, member of the World Rugby Council and of the SANZAAR EXCO; and Sol Iglesias, General Manager of the UAR.”
Meanwhile, Travaglini added: “The 2035 bid represents a federal objective and a legacy project that transcends our borders. Welcoming Alan Gilpin to advance this technical analysis is a fundamental step in demonstrating that the region is ready.
“We want a World Cup that reflects the passion and development that rugby has achieved in every corner of our territory.”
Australia will host the next edition of the men’s RWC in 2027 before the event moves to the USA in 2031.
Additional sources: Reuters and RugbyPass