British Polo Day Dubai 2017

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W E LCOME N OT E Welcome to the ninth British Polo Day Dubai presented by RJI Capital.

We are delighted to host the event for the first time at the new Al Habtoor Polo Club & Resort.

This is testament to the investment that the Habtoor family have made to polo and we are in for a thrilling afternoon, enriched by heritage and tradition, thanks to our gracious hosts.

As you may be aware, the game of Polo began in Persia as early as the 5th century BC. The modern game as we know it, was rediscovered in India in the 19th century by officers serving in the British Army and then exported around the world. Therefore it is fitting that we begin proceedings with the Hackett Thesiger Cavalry vs. Guards Camel Polo match.

During the nineteenth century, both Cavalry and Guards regiments of the British Army ran camel divisions and we are delighted to revive the connection between these iconic animals and both regimental teams in what promises to be an intriguing spectacle.

The Thesiger Trophy - beautifully sculpted by George Bingham - is modelled on a photo by Sir Wilfred Thesiger of HH Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, taken over 60 years ago. Sir Wilfred Thesiger embodies the essence of today’s events; not only did he attend Eton and then Oxford but he also served in the British Army.

His time spent in the UAE allowed him to forge lifelong friendships and he was later awarded the UAE Order of Independence. This important and unshakeable friendship - between Britain and the UAE - underpins all of our celebrations during this event.

This year, we are especially proud to celebrate the UK/UAE Year of Creative Collaboration which was launched by HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces and HRH The Prince of Wales in October 2016, with HH Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak al Nahyan giving a stirring speech stating the aims of increasing the visibility of the UK in the UAE and vice versa in order to give greater focus, depth and contemporary relevance to the long-standing relationship between the two nations. The unique cultural programme has been initiated to strengthen existing relationships and broker new ones between people, institutions and businesses. The British Polo Days in the UAE provide such a platform, with the best of British and the UAE on display today.

There will also be a Brompton bicycle polo exhibition, showcasing another version of the game, which was an Olympic sport back in 1906.

Our first match today features Oxbridge vs. The Gulf Polo Team. The two university towns that form the Oxbridge name have been pitted against one another in sporting and friendly rivalry for many years and today’s match serves to perpetuate this historic sporting tradition.

Finally The British Exiles Team vs. Habtoor Polo Team will be the eagerly anticipated highlight of the day with both sides competing for The British Polo Day Cup, presented by RJI Capital.

As ever, we are indebted to all our partners for making this event possible.

We hope that you will enjoy a memorable and entertaining day.

The British Polo Day UAE Committee

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W E LCOME N OT E

Dear Guests, Habtoor Polo has partnered with the British Polo Day Dubai since 2009 and have enjoyed seeing the success and growth of all the events.

We, the Al Habtoor Group, are delighted to have opened the Al Habtoor Polo Resort & Club since our last British Polo Day Dubai and welcome you here.

The Al Habtoor Polo Resort and Club comprises of a 136-key St. Regis-branded hotel, 162 Andalusian-style villas and branded villas, polo club, state-of-the-art polo academy, riding school and exceptional equestrian facilities, including 520 stables.

We look forward to welcome all partners and guests of the British Polo Day to Dubai and hope you enjoy the Emirati hospitality.

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TIMETA B L E

12.00pm

Welcome Reception

12.15pm

Camel Polo Exhibition Match

12.45pm

Brompton Bike Polo Match

1.00pm

Seated Lunch

3.00pm

Bentley Opening Ceremony

3.15pm

Oxbridge vs Gulf

4.15pm

British Exiles vs Habtoor

6.00pm

Prize-Giving

6.30pm

Afterpar ty

All the King’s Horses They call polo The sporT of kings for a reason – it has always been played by royalty. From the moment the Persian royal family adopted the game to train the King’s Elite Cavalry, right down to our own princes, crowned heads have being riding chukkas harder than anyone. King Edward VIII was a keen player – during a tour of India in 1921 he introduced his friend, the future Earl Mountbatten of Burma, to the sport. The earl encouraged his nephew, the Duke of Edinburgh, to play and His Royal Highness co-founded the Household Brigade Polo Club.

The Prince of Wales was given his first polo pony, San Quinina, at the age of 15 and first played in a team captained by his father in 1963. Both his sons, Princes William and Harry, are now keen players.

Why have kings and princes always loved the sport? At Royal Salute we’d hazard a guess that it’s because the magical air surrounding monarchs finds an echo on the polo field, where man and beast – like sovereign and nation – bond to become something magnificent.

The centaur forward

The rider and the pony combine to make one player, argues Facundo Pieres. He’s the Lionel Messi of polo, a Royal Salute ambassador and supporter of the Latin America team today. “A great polo player knows the pony is 70% of the game and moves in harmony with the horse, turning and stopping with the slightest nudge of the leg or the arm,” he explains. “A bad polo player is always fighting the horse, wrenching it this way and that to get it to do their bidding.”

Pieres carefully selects 10 horses for every game, changing ponies two or three times every chukka and choosing the best horses to match his opponent’s stable. “But I have four who I am perfectly in tune with, who give me confidence, who make me play better and who know my game as well as I do,” he grins, his face lighting up like a kid discussing Christmas. “I try to play these ponies at the end of every game. One, Magnifica, was the horse I was on when I scored the golden goal to win the Queen’s Cup – one of the proudest moments of my career. Could I have scored that goal on another horse? I’m not sure.”

Wild at heart

Fit for polo?

Training a polo pony takes time – and at Royal Salute, that’s something we understand. Our youngest bottle, after all, contains whiskies that are at least 21 years old. “You can rush a polo pony’s training, but you’ll get a horse that plays worse and has a shorter career,” explains Royal Salute ambassador and England’s prince of polo Malcolm Borwick, who’s backing England, of course.

Royal Salute delights in the dedication and craft of polo players. But we realise this is far from an overnight game. Players swing a 500g mallet with wild abandon, and require an iron core, rock-hard shoulders and sturdy back to avoid injury. Martin Perez at Fitness for Polo suggests the following pro-player exercises – which also promise washboard abs and a powerful stride…

Borwick explains that all horses race in the wild – running in a herd to find out which is the fastest, strongest alpha male. Polo ponies require something more. Although a pony won’t take to the field in a competition until they’re seven, they start training before they’re two – experiencing to check and turn and run and stop. They play their first friendly game aged four, learning the pace and bustle of the field at a slower pace. “You can play a pony in a competition aged six or just over,” Borwick explains. “But it’s far better if you wait.”

We couldn’t agree more.

Squat and turn: Put a pillow between your knees and stand 1ft away from the wall. Squat while squeezing the pillow, and rotate your trunk from side to side, touching the wall with both hands each time. Repeat eight times.

Overhead side slams: Raise a medicine ball above your head. Rotate your trunk to your right and slam the ball to the floor. Squat, grab the ball, and repeat on the other side. Repeat five times. Lunge with twist: Stand with legs hip-width apart and hands behind your head. Step forwards into a lunge until the rear knee almost touches the floor. Rotate towards the lunging leg. Repeat on the other side for two sets of three lunges per side.

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RULE S - OF -

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The green player has the line, and at fair speed the

Even at a far lesser angle, the white player would still

white player would be crossing the line without a

be crossing the line if he continues in that direction,

sufficient safety margin, resulting in a penalty against

and committing a dangerous foul.

white.

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When travelling in the same direction the white

The white player may move in parallel with the line and

player may draw level with the green player and

play a shot providing he can do so without interfering

then force him across the line and take possession

with the green player’s mount or causing him to check

of the ball without committing a dangerous foul.

back. If white would cross the line to the dotted position it would be a foul.

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Two players riding for a ball from opposite

When two players are approaching a ball in the open

directions in the open must both give way to the left

from different directions, the player (white) with the

and take the ball on their right or offside.

line of the ball on his offside (right hand side) has right of way.

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THE BRITISH POLO DAY PLATE

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brick banding and stone decoration, stands out as one of the few surviving chapels of its kind in London. The eight ‘petals’ of the Chapel’s beautiful glass window form the inspiration behind the unique Chelsea Barracks emblem.

Steeped in history, the rose has long been synonymous with English tradition, leading to the commission of the Chelsea Barracks rose. With its delicate multi-petal form and distinctive red colour, the rose will feature prominently across the garden squares.

From its honourable beginnings as an army base for many of the country’s most decorated troops, to its transformation into one of the world’s most elite neighbourhoods, Chelsea Barracks is a development like no other, having represented prestige for more than 150 years. Now taking its place as the renewed hear t of SW1, Chelsea Barracks will become the missing piece to the magnificent jigsaw that is Belgravia.

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POLO TEAM

POLO TEAM

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1. Saeed Bin Drai

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2. Raja Abduljabain

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2. Amr Zedan

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3. Sam Browne

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3. Lucacito Monteverde

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4. Matais Benoit

4. Manu Plaza

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TOTAL

[6] TOTAL

BRITISH

H A B TO O R

EXILES

POLO TEAM

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HAB

1. Sam Instone

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1. Mohammed Al Habtoor

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2. Hugo Lewis

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2. Juan Zubiaurre

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3. George Meyrick

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3. Guillermo Cuitino

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4. David Allen

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4. Santiago Gomez Romero

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TOTAL

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BROMPTON BIKE POLO Brompton Bicycle is the largest bike manufacturer in the UK, with its factory in Greenford, West London. Brompton’s history can be traced back to 1975, when the British inventor, Andrew Ritchie, created prototypes of Brompton bikes from his bedroom in South Kensington, London. The company remains in private hands and is now led by Will Butler-Adams OBE, though Andrew Ritchie continues to act as Technical Director. Today, Brompton bikes are sold in 44 export markets.

Brompton bikes are most often seen flying around cities, but have proven to be great steeds in the game of Bicycle Polo in recent years. Their speed off the mark and technical build quality ensure a thrilling game of Bicycle Polo from the first chukka to the last! Bicycle Polo was invented in County Wicklow, Ireland, in 1891 by retired cyclist, Richard J. Mecredy. Two centuries on, Bicycle Polo is being played in over 17 countries worldwide and was officially recognised by the International Cycle Union (UCI) in 2001.

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CAMEL POLO CAVALRY vs GUARDS The Cavalry & Guards Club is a gentleman’s club in Piccadilly, London, open to officers who have served in one of the Cavalry or Guards regiments of the British Army. The present club was formed by the merger of the Cavalry Club and the Guards’ Club in 1976. Founded by Captain Weatherall (20th Hussars) in 1907, this prestigious club has been occupied by The British Army for over 100 years and has strong links with the ancient sport of Polo.

Man has ridden camels almost as long as horses, so it was only natural that after horse polo camel polo would follow. Today we welcome teams from The Cavalry & Guards regiments of The British Army who had camel units in Africa and Asia during the nineteenth century.

Camel polo was pioneered at British Polo Day Dubai in 2010 where it was picked up

by CNN and broadcast globally. Since then its success has continued and it is now a staple in the UAE. We are delighted to perpetuate this tradition once again.

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OXBRIDGE POLO TEAM TEAM INFORMATION

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The Oxford University Polo Club was founded in 1874 by undergraduates from Christ Church and Brasenose Colleges, three years after the introduction of polo to Britain. Led by Mr. Walter Long (later Viscount Long of Wraxall and First Lord of the Admiralty), the first match was held on the 1st of July 1877, and was contested by its two founding colleges amid considerable pomp and ceremony.

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The great success of that day encouraged the players to establish a Varsity match with the Cambridge University Polo Club. This Varsity match is the oldest polo fixture in the western world and was first played at the Bullingdon Cricket Ground in Oxford on the 27th of November 1878. It is also the oldest continuing polo fixture in the western world. During the late sixties and early seventies, polo at Oxford enjoyed a purple patch, winning the annual match eight times in a row.

British Polo Day Dubai 2017 sees Stuart Wrigley from Oxford and Sam Browne from Cambridge unite in the Oxbridge team to take on the Gulf Polo Team.

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GULF POLO TEAM TEAM INFORMATION

TEAM CREST

This year the Gulf Polo team will see Amr Zedan, patron to Zedan Polo (who recently won the Julius Baer Gold Cup), playing in his fifth British Polo Day, alongside young Lucacito Monteverde.

Lucacito is the son of former 10 goaler Lucas Monteverde and he is fast following in the footsteps of his father. This will be his third British Polo Day. Making up the team will be Saeed Bin Drai and six goaler Matias Benoit, in his first British Polo Day, as they look to defeat the Oxbridge Team in the opening game of British Polo Day Dubai.

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NATION

SHIRT PLAYER INFORMATION 1.

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3.

4.

[0] [0] [0] [6] [6]

Saeed Bin Drai Amr Zedan Lucacito Monteverde Matais Benoit TOTAL

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BRITISH EXILES TEAM INFORMATION

TEAM CREST

The Royal Salute British Exiles team has been introduced as a nod to the best amateur traditions of the sport and also recognises institutions that are renowned and respected around the world. This highlights the transition into a sporting era characterised by an everincreasing professionalism, which inevitably displaces some of the spirit and charm of a bygone age.

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The Royal Salute British Exiles is comprised of some of Britain’s top young players and a wide range of other polo enthusiasts, who play predominantly outside Britain at British Polo Days around the world – hence the “Exiles”.

Today’s returning Royal Salute British Exiles hope to put an end to their losing streak and battle zealously to obtain their first win against another impressive and powerful Ghantoot Polo Team today for The British Polo Day Plate, they will be wearing a prodominatly white polo top with the tradtional British colours of blue for the sleeves and red for detailing.

PLAYER INFORMATION 1.

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Sam Instone Hugo Lewis George Meyrick David Allen TOTAL

[0] [3] [6] [4] [13]

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HABTOOR POLO TEAM TEAM INFORMATION

TEAM CREST

The Habtoor family are great polo patrons of the Middle East. The Al Habtoor brothers have played around the world as well as sponsored the Al Habtoor Royal Windsor Cup. They have also participated in numerous exhibition charity matches and played in Spain and St Tropez, not to mention their active participation in snow polo.

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In 2010, under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum; Mohammed Al Habtoor launched the Dubai Polo Gold Cup, which is one of the most important and prestigious polo tournaments in the region.

In 2011, the Silver Cup was added to the Dubai Polo Gold Cup Series and in 2012 Mohammed Al Habtoor led the Habtoor Polo Team to victory winning the Dubai Polo Gold Cup in a thrilling final. The event continues to go from strength to strength.

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Cowdr ay Park Polo Club

Welcome to the 2017 Season 22nd April to 24th September

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Superb pitches, a welcoming atmosphere and outstanding entertaining opportunities in our stunning location on Lord Cowdray’s 16,500 acre Estate. www.cowdraypolo.co.uk

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Chadwick Delaney Partner - Justerini & Brooks Chadwick heads fine wine merchant Justerini & Brooks, which has been supplying domaine, estate and château-bottled wines from its outstanding portfolio since 1749.

He has built cellars for some of the foremost collectors in the world. This is rooted in trusted relationships with both the estates that Justerini & Brooks represents, and with his private clients - fine wine collectors that range from renowned international business leaders to members of the British aristocracy.

He is primarily based at Justerini & Brooks’ St James’s Street premises in London, but is as likely to be found visiting customers all around the world, tasting in a cellar in Burgundy, or just perhaps escaping to the mountains with a pair of skis.

George Meyrick Player - British Exiles George has played regularly in Argentina, and since 2006 he has had his own string of horses and a small breeding programme there.

In addition, he has played in South Africa, Sotogrande, St. Tropez, Chile, Amsterdam, Dubai, Florida and India, as well as Sierra Nevada for snow polo.

George has represented England in two World Cup tournaments, both times winning the European Championship. This year he has played in two England test matches and captained Young England on two occasions, including on International Day. George was recently awarded The British Polo Day Hackett Player of the Year for 2013 and is currently playing off a 6 goal handicap.

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Mohammed Al Habtoor Player - Habtoor Polo Team Mohammed Al Habtoor is Vice Chairman and CEO of the Al Habtoor Group LLC. He began playing polo in 1999 and, with his brother Rashid, the family are one of the Middle East’s great polo patrons.

In 2010, under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Mohammed Al Habtoor launched the Dubai Gold Cup Series which is one of the most important and prestigious polo tournaments in the region.

Mohammed has played eight times at British Polo Day Dubai.

Marc de Panafieu Regional Brand Director, Middle East​ Jaeger-LeCoultre

Marc grew up in Paris and moved to Dubai more than 10 years ago. He is the Regional Brand Director of the Manufacture JaegerLeCoultre in the Middle East. Since its founding in 1833, the Manufacture has been an inventive protagonist in the field of Haute Horlogerie; the 1,249 mechanical calibers developed and the 413 registered patents indeed illustrate the creative passion that continually drives the men and women of the Grande Maison.

Marc, who describes himself as a family man with deep-rooted French values and a twist of Middle Eastern influence, enjoys horse riding as he used to hunt and compete in dressage and jumping when in France. Equally, he takes pleasure in travelling and fine watchmaking, two passions that his role at Jaeger-LeCoultre enables him to combine.

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