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MILLENNIUM STADIUM ROOF TO BE CLOSED |
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The RFL can confirm that the Millennium Stadium roof will be
closed during the forthcoming engage Super League Millennium Magic
event.
Millennium Magic features all six games in Round 13 of engage Super
League played over the first Bank Holiday weekend in May – which is now
less than 10 days away.
The decision to close the roof – which has been reached following
discussions with stadium officials – means that the noise and
atmosphere generated by what is the ultimate carnival weekend for Rugby
League fans will be kept inside the stadium and enhance the event for
both supporters and players.
Closing the Millennium Stadium roof will safeguard the playing surface
and prevent supporters from getting soaked in the event of heavy rain.
It will also prevent supporters sitting in certain positions suffering
from sunstroke if the weather is good during the weekend.
A number of supporters did suffer in this way during the 2004 and 2005 Challenge Cup Finals.
In addition, the RFL has also issued a circular to all clubs informing
them that the closure of the roof will create an increased level of
moisture on the stadium’s playing surface and all players have been
advised to wear long studs in their boots.
Commenting an RFL Spokesman said, “We believe the closure of the
Millennium Stadium roof will significantly enhance the noise levels
during the whole weekend.
“It will add tremendously to what will be a carnival atmosphere in
Cardiff and increase supporters’ enjoyment of the whole experience as
well as protecting them from the elements.”
The engage Super League Millennium Magic dates are as follows:
Saturday 3rd May 2008
Huddersfield Giants v Warrington Wolves (3pm)
Castleford Tigers v Wakefield Trinity Wildcats (5pm)
Bradford Bulls v Leeds (7pm)
Sunday 4th May 2008
Catalans Dragons v Harlequins RL (2.30pm)
Hull FC v Hull K R (4.30pm)
St Helens v Wigan (6.30pm)
Tickets for the event start from just £18 for one day and £30 for the whole weekend.
Juniors can see one day (three games) for just £5 or the whole weekend (six games) for an unbelievable £10!
To book tickets click simply visit the official Hull KR store 269 Holderness Road.
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