Super League chief ‘not losing sleep’ over Anfield Magic Weekend sales

• Robert Elstone says enthusiasm buoyant among 12 teams• Annual extravaganza switches from Newcastle to LiverpoolWhat next for Super League’s Magic Weekend? The event relocates to a sixth different home in its 13-year history this weekend, but as Anfield prepares to become the latest major venue to host all 12 top-flight teams there is already debate about the future of the Magic Weekend beyond this year.Robert Elstone’s decision to move Magic from Newcastle – which has hosted the last four editions – has been a controversial one. Reportedly low ticket sales have not helped either; it is widely accepted work still needs to be done to exceed the lowest-ever Magic crowd of 52,043, set in 2009. Related: 'I'm so obsessed': Adam Hills on fitting his TV career around rugby league Continue readingread full article

Source: TheGuardian

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