The Rugby Football Union has confirmed Wasps will return to rugby in the Championship next season, but the fate of Worcester Warriors remains uncertain.
Six-time Premiership champions Wasps fulfilled the necessary criteria by Tuesday's deadline to reclaim its place in England's second tier under new ownership. However, Worcester withdrew its own application for Championship status following negotiations with its new owners, the Atlas Group.
"Our goal has consistently been to see Wasps and Worcester in the Championship and preserve the clubs for their fans and the wider communities they serve," said RFU CEO Bill Sweeney. "While we had hoped to see both clubs in the Championship next season, we are pleased that following months of work from all parties involved, Wasps will have a place.
