# Racing 92 player injuries and medical updates

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/racing-92-player-injuries-and-medical-updates
> Updated: 2026-10-12T19:19:04.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

Racing 92 rugby player Paul Costes was hospitalized in Paris following a scooter accident on October 8. The 23-year-old sustained serious injuries to his spleen and liver after losing control of his vehicle in rainy conditions. While his condition was described as reassuring, the accident was expected to sideline him for several months.

By October 12, the club provided further medical updates. Costes remains hospitalized for his recovery. Additionally, the club reported that loosehead prop Hassane Kolingar is recovering at home following a health issue experienced during the fifth round of the Top 14 competition, though the specific nature of his malaise was not disclosed.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-12: Racing 92 provides medical updates on Kolingar and Costes

Racing 92 players Hassane Kolingar and Paul Costes are recovering from a health issue and a traffic accident, respectively, with Costes remaining hospitalized.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/racing-92-provides-medical-updates-on-kolingar-and-costes

### 2026-10-10: Paul Costes hospitalised after scooter accident in Paris

Racing 92 rugby player Paul Costes has been hospitalised with serious liver and spleen injuries following a scooter accident in Paris.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/paul-costes-hospitalised-after-scooter-accident-in-paris

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