In 2007–08, Racing finished second on the ladder to equally ambitious Toulon, but fell short of promotion with an extra-time loss to Mont-de-Marsan in the Pro D2 promotion playoff final. The following year saw Racing's ambitions realised with a romp to the Pro D2 crown, clinching promotion with four rounds to spare.
In 2007–08, Racing finished second in the Pro D2 league standings behind Toulon but lost a playoff game against Mont-de-Marsan and missed out on promotion. The following year, Racing won the Pro D2 championship, securing promotion with four rounds to spare.