Bankruptcy delays Racing 92's stadium development

The Arena 92 will hold 32,000 spectators, an 18,000 increase on Racing's current Stade Olympique Yves-du-Manoir.

 

The delay has been caused by the bankruptcy of an Italian subcontractor in charge of the roof.

 

The stadium in the western suburbs of Paris will also hold several concerts and shows and features in planning for Paris' bid for the 2024 Olympics as a possible venue for gymnastics and weightlifting.

 

The capital city team have been on the up on the pitch this season and look well set to reach the Top 14 play-offs, while they will also play in the European Cup final for the first time against Saracens on May 14.

 

Agence France-Presse