Paul Costes hospitalised after scooter accident in Paris

Racing 92 centre Paul Costes has been hospitalised in Paris following a scooter accident on Thursday, October 8. Reports indicate the 23-year-old lost control of his vehicle in rainy conditions.

Costes has sustained serious injuries, specifically to his spleen and liver. While his condition is described as reassuring, the accident is expected to result in a long period of convalescence, likely sidelining him for several months.

The accident comes at a difficult time for the player, who joined Racing 92 this summer from Stade Toulousain. He had previously been recovering from a minor muscle injury that head coach Patrice Collazo expected would only keep him out of competition for a short period.