Following the postponement of their Week 4 match, Paris United
will take on the Beijing Dragons next Wednesday 1 February at the
historic Salle Wagram in the heart of the French capital. This long
awaited contest will pit reigning WSB Champions Paris United, who
have had a stuttering campaign in Group B, against a team that has
yet to win on their travels. The clash will see Paris throwing down
the gauntlet to Beijing in an attempt to prove they are still
worthy of their title. Securing a win at this stage is absolutely
vital for the home team if they want to get their season back on
track. This will be a tough fight but the monumental setting of the
spectacular venue is sure to inspire the Paris United team to
victory.
The Salle Wagram is situated just a few paces away from one of
the most famous Parisian landmarks, the Arc de Triomphe. A venue
steeped in history and prestige that first opened its doors to the
French public way back in 1865. Then it was a lustrous, Bohemian
gathering place for the Parisian aristocracy, a place of decadence
and fervour which hosted frequent Balls. Under the reign of Louis
XVI, the king later guillotined, the ballroom floor opened for the
Bal de Barrière, reputed as one of the most opulent and grandiose
gatherings of its time.
Nowadays, the Salle Wagram still hosts regular Balls, but also
offers its services to many other different types of events. Host
to anything from parliamentary receptions to fashion shows, the
Salle Wagram has seen more of its fair share of diversity and
excitement. The extravagant ballroom is an amalgam of tradition and
modernity. If walls could speak, this decorative cocoon could tell
stories dipped in gold, glitter and sparkles.
Paris' landmark ballroom and historical listed building has
welcomed musicians that include Taylor Swift, Jennifer Lopez and
Santana, all of whom have benefited from the spectacular acoustics
of this unique space. The acoustics are in fact so spectacular that
the venue has often been used for classical recordings. The great
potential of the grandiose setting did not go unnoticed by
Bertolucci, who filmed scenes of his legendary 1972 film Last
Tango in Paris in the Salle Wagram.
With its twelve metre ceilings, the Salle Wagram is one of the
staple event halls of the Parisian scene. It is no wonder that this
is not the first time it has been used to cater for boxers.
Boxing matches were held there as early as 1952. Today, WSB and
Paris United will make use of the grandiose ballrooms' atmosphere
to put on a great show for the crowds, this is sure to be a match
to remember. Be sure to see some memorable high-quality action as
well as a few familiar faces amongst the audience.
To be part of this wonderful experience, tickets are available
at http://eforsports.com/pe/sport/accueil/
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