The Rugby Club Tatra Smíchov in Prague is set to undergo comprehensive modernisation. Planned works include a new covered stand with increased capacity, expanded training and youth areas, as well as infrastructure for international matches.
The Prague City Council has approved the tender for the modernisation of the RC Tatra Smíchov multi-purpose sports ground. The estimated cost is 144 million crowns. The aim is to bring the ground up to a standard that allows international matches to be held, increases spectator capacity, and expands infrastructure for youth development.
“The main objective of the tender is the renovation of a sports facility whose current condition no longer meets modern requirements for quality, safety, and capacity. The project will allow a significant expansion of capacity while enabling more efficient use of the individual areas,” explained Adam Zábranský, Councillor for Property, Transparency, and Legislation.
The growing number of young players, as well as events of wider societal significance, increase the demands on training areas and infrastructure. The current stand offers only 300 seats. With the new covered stand, capacity will rise to 556 seats, including accessible seating for people with disabilities. Additionally, 106 standing places can be created. Mobile stands and other areas for standing spectators will also be used, considerably improving overall spectator capacity.
“The revitalisation of RC Tatra Smíchov, one of the leading rugby clubs in the Czech Republic with over sixty years of tradition, is crucial for its long-term, safe, and sustainable operation. At the same time, it will allow for an increase in capacity and enhance the quality and variety of sporting and leisure offerings with societal impact,” emphasised Antonín Klecanda, Councillor for Education, Sport and Leisure.
The tender will follow the design-and-build principle, under which the main contractor will be responsible not only for the construction work but also for project and engineering services, including the preparation of the required planning documents.
Rugby Club Tatra Smíchov
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