The new park inaugurated this Monday and the real estate program that will complete the renovation of this area should not let us forget that this location was once the Ray Stadium. Sports were at home here, and they will remain, albeit partially.
Guest of honor, Nicolas Sarkozy, also wanted to emphasize the importance of sports. “Sports are a component of economic influence, a gathering point for families. Sports unite, and continuing to develop this area as a sports space is a good idea,” declared the former President of the Republic.
Among other personalities were José Cobos, now an elected official, as well as former players and dozens of Aiglons who were present for this inauguration.
In this large three-hectare park, for the sports section, there will now be a brand new football field for youth or women’s teams, climbing and rope play areas, as well as a dojo and a fencing hall.
In addition to this, the neighborhood has not forgotten its sporting past. To maintain this identity, the Rotunda hosts meetings of OGC Nice supporters, and the South Tribune has been integrated into the park.
Furthermore, the presence of the Gym president, Jean-Pierre Rivere, was not incidental: on this day of passing the torch, the present and the future align with the past to which they remain indelibly linked.
Thomas Pradon
