Stade Français has entered a new governance chapter, appointing François Lhospitalier as president as part of a broader effort to strengthen its economic model and territorial footprint.
A lawyer at BCTG Avocats and a member of the Paris Bar, Lhospitalier will lead a restructured executive team designed around key revenue streams, concessions, and infrastructure management. The move signals a more corporate and operational approach to managing one of France’s largest multi-sport institutions.
He replaces Pascale Piquemal, who made history in 2024 as the first woman to lead the club.
With over 10,000 members across 20 disciplines, Stade Français faces increasing real estate pressure in western Paris. Securing and optimizing its facilities—particularly in the city’s 16th arrondissement—has become central to its long-term strategy.
The new leadership group is expected to prioritize sustainable financial growth through a mix of public and private partnerships, as the club looks to modernize its structure while preserving its deep-rooted presence in the French capital.