The RFL have released the following statement
Ottawa Aces have tonight announced a deferral of their entry to Betfred League 1 until the 2022 season, as agreed between the RFL and the Club, and in consideration of the best long-term interests of the Club, the competition, and the sport.
For their full statement, see below.
The RFL looks forward to maintaining a positive relationship with the Aces in their ongoing preparations.
The RFL will now consider the implications of the deferral on the competition structure for 2021 and will work with the Aces towards entry to League 1 in 2022.