Ealing Trailfinders withdraw appeal against decision denying them promotion

Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Ealing Trailfinders have withdrawn the club’s appeal against the decision denying them promotion to the Gallagher Premiership. Earlier this month, the Rugby Football Union announced that both Ealing, who went on to win the Championship title, and then league leaders Doncaster Knights had both failed to meet minimum standards criteria for Premiership entry. Ealing Trailfinders remain more committed and passionate than ever in becoming a successful Premiership club “We remain humbled and grateful for the enormous support we have received from the wider rugby public during this frustrating process. “Rest assured that Ealing Trailfinders remain more committed and passionate than ever in becoming a successful Premiership club and strongly believe in the circumstances we are dealt this is our best route forward in achieving that at the earliest possible date.” The RFU reiterated it will continue to collaborate with Championship clubs on the development of a sustainable Championship as well as a commitment of the Professional Game Board to review standards relating to minimum capacity ahead of the audit process next season.