PQ international | Summer Issue 2008 #64

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SUMMER ISSUE 2008



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QUEEN´S CUP Third time lucky for Gonzalito...

HISTORY Winston Churchill: Passionate for Polo

INDIAN EMPIRE SHIELD Roles Reversed

THE QUEEN´S MOTHER CENTENARY TROPHY Black Bears dominate Centenary final

LADIES POLO CUP NETHERLANDS 2008 Las Leonas wins spectacular final

IVAN THE TERRIBLE Russians show their strength on Smith´s Lawn

HICKSTEAD All England Polo Club

SANDHURST Churchillian Echoes

UK SEASON - RULE CHANGE To tap, or not to tap

TIPS A few lines on Horsemanship

WPT Cambiaso continues to head the World Polo Tour

PQ LIFESTYLE Summer tendences

ART Exhibition of Polo Photography & Art

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Summer Issue 2008 | Nº 64

Gonzalo Pieres jr and Milo Fernandez Araujo QUEEN´S CUP 2008 Winston Churchill HISTORY

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ART REVIEW Liza Todd Tivey

US BEACH POLO Miami Beach Polo World Cup

USPA GOLD CUP Gold Cup up for Grabs

104th US OPEN The Day Palm Beach turned Pink

PALM BEACH Good Bye and Hello

SCAPA SPORTS BEACH POLO Beach Glamour on the North Sea Coast

INTERVIEW La Clarita Polo Team´s Secrets

DUABI POLO East meets West at Desert Palm

II PORTUGAL OPEN La Varzea Triple Crown

BARCELONA POLO Polo in Barcelona

POLO WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP MEXICO 8th World Polo Championship

BOOK REVIEW Influencial Clubs

OFF THE FIELD Terry Hanlon, the Voice of Polo

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Welcome to the PQ Summer Issue

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he summer sun is finally here to illuminate our glorious Britain and highlight the growing excitement as the long awaited 2008 British Polo Season begins. As the tournaments of the best British quality are looming in the warm summer air PQinternational is proud to welcome you to the most prestigous polo magazine available. Despite the growing competition your loyalty has left us feeling unperturbed and confident that we, the new management, are maintaining the high standards of this magazine that you, our readers, deserve. As the United Kingdom’s oldest polo magazine, we pride ourselves on focussing our efforts on the great Bristish traditions that have given PQinternational it’s longstanding global fame.

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David Stirling jr and Nick Roldan - Queen´s Cup 2008

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QUEEN´S CUP

Third time lucky for Gonzalito,as Ellerston gain record breaking sixth win in the Queen’s Cup

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Queen’s Cup by one goal in each of the last two years (with Broncos in 2006 & Ellerston in 2007), third time lucky Gonzalito Pieres finally got the chance to be on the winning side in this year’s match when Ellerston beat Sumaya 10-9 in a really good open in the entire game and 11 of the scores were field goals and 8 goals were from penalties (in sharp contrast to last year’s Gold Cup which had 24 fouls and 12 of the 20 goals were from penalties). Sumaya were fast out of the blocks with Milo Fernandez Araujo passing to Hilario Ulloa, who then passed it to Ahmad Aboughazale who scored the first goal in the first minute of play. An Ellerston attack saw a shot at goal from Gonzalito Pieres stopped just short of the line and Sumaya’s defence moved the ball to the side of the field and out of play. From the line out Gonzalito led another attack but his shot was Above: Ignacio Novillo Astrada - Below: Alfio Marchini and Santiago Laborde

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Queen´s Cup 2008

League 1

Geebung

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Jason Stowe Lucas Monteverde Bautista Heguy Gareth Evans

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Sumaya

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Ahmed Aboughazale Alberto Heguy Jr. Milo Fernandez Araujo Hilario Ulloa

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Les Lions Marcos Araya / Sebastian Danway Ignacio Heguy Eduardo Heguy Joe Gottschalk

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Adrian Kirby Nicolás Pieres Lucas Criado / Nick Roldan (8) Juan Gris Zavaleta

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Martyn Ratcliffe Rookie Baillieu Agustin Merlos James Beim

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Spencer Young Francisco Bensadon Gonzalo Von Wernich Nicolás Espain

Lovelocks League 5

Lechuza Caracas

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Grayshurst

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Charlie Hanbury Jaime Garcia Huidobro Bartolomé Castagnola Mario Gomez

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Tony Pidgley Alejandro Muzzio John-Paul Clarkin Santiago Laborde

Brittany Polo Club

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Jean Francois Decaux Julio Arellano Miguel Novillo Astrada Juan Ambroggio

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Cadenza

George Milford Haven Santiago Chavanne Pablo MacDonough John Fisher

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Stefano Marsaglia Lucas James Marcos Heguy Gaston Lahulhe

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Victor Vargas Guillermo Aguero Marcos di Paola Tomás Garcia del Rio

Bucking Broncos Clare Milford Haven Cristian Laprida Matias MacDonough Bautista Sorzana

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Loro Piana

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Alfio Marchini David Stirling Juan Martin Nero Jamie Peel

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Zacara

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Lyndon Lea Eduardo Novillo Astrada Jr. Javier Novillo Astrada Tom de Bruin

Apes Hill Ed Hitchman Mark Tomlinson Luke Tomlinson Tom Morley

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Dubai

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Tariq Albwardy Henry Fisher Adolfo Cambiaso Alejandro Diaz Alberdi

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Ellerston

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Max Routledge 2 Gonzalo Pieres Jr. 9 Facundo Pieres Jr. / Pablo MacDonough 10 James Packer 1

Les Lions II Ignus du Plessis Ignacio Novillo Astrada Mariano Gonzalez Max Gottschalk

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just wide to the right of the goal. After Sumaya’s hit out was turned they fouled and Ellerston were awarded a Penalty 4 which was taken by Pablo MacDonough. He tapped the ball and was fouled, after which his Penalty 5, hit from the spot just inside the 30 yard line was duly hit through to score Ellerston’s first goal. Sumaya followed this with two quick goals from the lineout, one by Ahmad and the second by Milo to shoot into a 3-1 lead at the end of the first chukka. Gonzalito attacked from the lineout and passed to Max Routledge whose nearside shot just missed goal. Sumaya kept up the pressure with a Pepe Heguy run down the field followed by a great pass to Hilario who took the ball and scored to make it 4-1 to Sumaya. From the lineout Ellerston attacked with Pablo passing the ball to Jamie Packer who scored a great field goal. During the next Above: Adolfo Cambiaso - Below: David Stirling jr and Eduardo Novillo Astrada jr

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Gonzalo Pieres jr - Ellerston Polo Team

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phase of play Ellerston were fouled and Jamie took the spot hit but Pepe Heguy intercepted and turned for a run down the field, passing to Hilario who then passed to Ahmad who then scored. Good fast open polo was being played in the second chukka, at the end of which Sumaya were ahead 5-2. Gonzalito started another attack but Hilario’s defensive backhander was picked up by Pablo, who had a run up field, drew Milo towards him & away from Max then passed to Max but the pass was just short and Max fouled Milo. its way to Milo who had a great run and shot at goal from a good 80 yards out and scored to move Sumaya into a 6-2 lead. However, during the rest of the third chukka Ellerston began their comeback and scored 3 times, Pablo scoring from the spot and a field goal and Gonzalito scoring a field goal, so the score at half time was Sumaya 6, Ellerston 5. Above: Edouard Carmignac - Below: Jason Stowe

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In the second half, Ellerston kept applying pressure with tight marking of their opponents and rapid bursts of speed from their two key players Gonzalito Pieres and Pablo MacDonough (substituting for Facundo Pieres, who had a riding muscle injury during the quarter-final match). Another attack by Gonzalito, who ran the ball ž the length of the field, ended with his shot just going wide to the right of goal. After the hit out Ellerston were fouled and a Penalty 4 was awarded, which Gonzalito duly put through to tie the scores at 6-6. Ellerston’s next attack had Pablo running the ball down field and across from the boards towards goal but he was fouled just outside the goalmouth and scored from the resulting spot hit from 10 yards out to take Ellerston into the lead for the first time in the match. Sumaya then attacked with Hilario passing to Pepe, who cleverly tapped a small pass back to Milo to avoid being hooked and Milo duly scored another field goal to tie the scores again at 7-7 at the end of the fourth chukka. Above: Cristian Laprida jr - Below: Cousins Marcos and Nachi Heguy

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with great defence from both sides. Pepe Heguy attacked but a backhander from Jamie Packer pushed the ball up for Ellerston only to be met and turned but then Gonzalito got hold of the ball and had a great run down past the Royal Box towards goal before being fouled. Pablo scored from the resulting spot hit to move the score to 8-7 in Ellerston’s saw attacks and close marking by both sides with good open play and very little whistle from the umpires and the chukka ended with Ellerston in the lead 8-7. A very exciting sixth chukka followed with four goals scored (two for each by Pablo MacDonough. Having been

Above: David Stirling jr and Hilario Ulloa Below: Alfio Marchini falling down in the 4th chucker


Above: Gonzalo Pieres jr - Below: Tom Morley

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passed the ball by Jamie Packer, Pablo ran towards goal, found too many players in the way and then proceeded to turn the ball around three or four opposing players and shoot from a very acute angle to score and give Ellerston a 9-7 lead. Sumaya’s attack found Ahmad shooting just wide to the left of goal. In the next Ellerston attack from their hit out, Max fouled and Sumaya were awarded a Penalty 3, which Hilario took and scored, taking Sumaya back to within one goal of Ellerston at 9-8. Gonzalito picked up the ball from the lineout and was then 4 shot from Gonzalito found goal and Ellerston were back to a two goal lead at 10-8. From a spot hit 20 yards from their back line, Pablo ran the ball the length of the field then passed to Max, who just shot wide. In the next play Sumaya were awarded a Penalty 3, which Hilario scored to bring the score to Ellerston 10,


Queen´s Cup 2008 Place: Smith´s Lawn, Windsor Great Park, Egham, Surrey TW20 0HP, UK Club: Guards Polo Club Date: May 20th - June 15th,2008 Level: 22 hcp Tournament type: Open Tournament Director: Oliver Ellis WPT Category Ranking: Polo Masters Winner Points: 120 Finalist Points: 60 Semi Finalist Points: 40

Sumaya 9. With only seconds remaining on the clock, Sumaya were awarded a spot hit near the boards in their own half and Milo took it quickly, realising this was the last chance to tie the match if they scored but unfortunately, tight marking by Max meant that he missed a shot near the boards and then the final bell went, with Ellerston winning 10-9. Above: James Packer Ellerston - Below: Ellerston Polo Team with HM Queen Elizabeth and Meg Reid (Vivari)

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Queens Cup Final Ellerston Max Routledge Gonzalo Pieres Jr. Pablo Mac Donough James Packer

Sumaya Ahmed Aboughazale Alberto Heguy Jr. Milo Fernandez Araujo Hilario Ulloa Score: 1-3; 2-5; 5-6; 7-7; 8-7; 10-9.

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Subsidiary Cup Apes Hill Ed Hitchman Mark Tomlinson Luke Tomlinson Tom Morley

Grayhurst Martyn Ratcliffe Rookie Baillieu Agustin Merlos James Beim Score: 12-11

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Above: Pepe Heguy - Below: Marcos Heguy and Gonzalo Pieres jr

MVP: Gonzalo Pieres Jr. (Ellerston) BPP: Elaborate (owned by Ellerston, played by Pablo MacDonough)

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OFF THE FIELD

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UK SEASON

Photographs by Clive Bennett

The Trippetts Challenge for the James Wentworth Stanley Memorial Trophy

Gonzalo Pieres Jr and Pablo MacDonough

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ight teams entered the 2008 Trippetts Challenge inaugurated in 2007 in memory of young Cowdray player James Wentworth Stanley who died so tragically at the age of 21 introduced into the polo calendar by his stepfather George, Marquis of Milford Haven, to be played as a warm-up for the English high goal season giving teams their first opportunity to try out new rounds saw some hard fought matches

with Ellerston White and Broncos making it through to the Final. Spectators were pleased to see that Ellerston’s side had re-formed to again feature the central pairing of brothers Gonzalito Pieres (9 goals) and Facundo Pieres (10 goals). Having played with the brothers in Argentina and Australia over the winter, 17 year old Cowdray player Max Routledge (2 goals), made his UK high goal debut playing at No: 1 for Ellerston. Tom Barrack from the USA (1 goal) completed the team at back. 26

George Milford Haven’s Broncos featured Pablo MacDonough (9 goals) at No: 3, with new team players Santiago Chavanne (8 goals) at No: 2 and John Fisher (4 goals) at back, and the patron at No: 1. Ellerston made a confident start with a swift pick-up by Facundo Pieres leading to the first goal of the match. However three fouls by the Ellerston side enabled Broncos to score twice from penalties and end the first chukka ahead at 2-1. John Fisher, playing to every inch of his


4 goal handicap, scored the first field goal for Broncos early in the second chukka. each, but Chavanne for Broncos, seizing an opportunity to shoot a finely angled goal through the posts, kept Broncos third chukka was hard fought with some tenacious defensive play and inevitable fouling, Pablo MacDonough responsible for the only goal of the chukka to appear on the scoreboard. consolidate their lead with two swift goals from Chavanne and MacDonough taking the score to 7-3. But Gonzalito Pieres quickly retaliated to pull a goal back for Ellerston and Facundo converted a penalty to end the chukka 5-7 down. MacDonough took Broncos ahead to 85 before Max Routledge delighted the crowd with a fine run down the field to score for Ellerston. Facundo Pieres then picked up a stray ball and took his time to carry it down the field and ensure it went straight and true through the posts, so there was only one goal difference. John Fisher put paid to Ellerston’s hopes, however, with another goal for Broncos to end the chukka on 9-7.

Broncos Polo Team with Clare Milford Haven

Haven, who had a very good match, score an excellent goal taking Broncos on to 10-7. Max Routledge proved his usefulness again by sending a lofted shot accurately through to Gonzalito Pieres who pushed another goal through the ended with no further scores on the Broncos patron was delighted to receive the James Wentworth Stanley Memorial Trophy presented by his wife Clare. Clare Milford Haven’s Jaeger le Coultre side beat Sumaya in extra time in a closely fought Subsidiar y Final, with Matias MacDonough scoring 8 of Jaeger le Coultre’s 13 goals, the Sumaya side narrowly losing by one goal. Haven and Nick Wentworth Stanley. James’s parents, had hosted a party at Cowdray’s Lawns grounds to launch the James Wentworth Stanley Memorial awareness of anxiety, depression and suicide amongst young people and tackle the shocking statistic that suicide is the largest cause of death amongst young men in the UK.

HRH Beatrice helping Clare Milford Haven with the trophy presentation

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POLO HISTORY

Winston Churchill: Passionate for Polo

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olo is considered to be one of our most ancient team sports, dating back to Persia around the B.C period. Since its obscure beginnings in the orient polo has continued to develop in popularity and stature, without losing its unique substance as a sport of sensation. It was not until the 1850s that the modern version of polo, that we have come to know and love, was developed by British cers learnt the game from the Manipuri, soon realised how useful polo tactics were for training soldiers into fearless cavalryin England. When one first considers Winston Churchill, a great leader and a fantastic politician comes to mind, however a known image of a balding, somewhat overweight, elder English gentleman inscribed upon our minds does not bode well when considering him for such an agile and athletic sport. Nevertheless, an of Churchill is somewhat deceiving. As a young officer in the British Cavalry in the late 1890s, Winston Churchill was, indeed, a man full of energy and dedication to succeed in all that he strived. Amongst many of his successes, one of them was Polo. It was at Sandhurst where Churchill was first introduced to this great sport. Having taken the entrance exam three times he was finally accepted. However, his final test score was too low for him to enter the Infantry and thus, to his great delight, he was accepted into the Cavalry Service instead. It could be argued that his looming love for polo was thanks to this failure into the Infantry. Nevertheless, this brought great disappointment to his father who said ‘In the Infantry one has to keep a man; in the Cavalry, a man and a horse as well’. Little did he realise that Churchill would be requiring to ‘keep’ a few more horses with his ever growing

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interest in Polo! Despite Churchill’s father’s continual efforts for him to enter the Infantry, Churchill was not at all keen. Acutely aware that his athletic skills lay in horse riding, he was desperate to remain in the 4th Regiment of the Cavalry, stating in a letter to his mother, ‘I hate the Infantry - in which physical weaknesses will render me nearly useless on service and the only thing I am showing an aptitude for athletically - riding - will be no good to me.” His desire to remain within the Cavalry also stemmed from the interest he expressed in going to India, where the 4th Regiment were to be sent in three years time. Churchill’s dream of going to India was soon realized when in September 1896, his regiment, the 4th Hussars, was deployed from Aldershot to Bangalore. On arrival to Bombay, aboard the steamship S.S. Britannia, typically eager for adventure, Churchill sought permission, with several other officers, to disembark before the rest of the group. Having hired a small skiff to take them ashore they reached the notoriously perilous quayside, where the heavy swells caused them to dangerously rise several feet. Churchill in a desperate attempt to transfer them to the dock, grabbed an iron stanchion but slipped and fell, severely injuring his right shoulder, an injury that would affect him for the rest of his life. His shoulder would continually dislocate from the slightest movement from then on, whether it would be a swing of a polo mallet of an emotive gesture in the House of Commons. Despite this ‘embarrassing’ injury, as Churchill referred to it, he refused to be held back and resorted to strapping his arm to his side in order to play polo. Despite his once delicate and youthful appearance, if crossed on a polo field and in life, one soon realised how mistaken first impressions could be. In spite of his frail exterior on a horse, or indeed a polo pony, his fiercely competitive spirit was unrelenting both on and off the field.

~ THE REGIMENTAL POLO TEAM 1898/9 ~ Savory, Barnes, Churchill and Hoare

~ BUNGALOW AT BANGALORE ~ Churchill, extreme left writer, compared Churchill’s ‘angle in life’ with his impressive performance which he played left an unforgettable impression. When recalling Churchill’s

was a battlefield, where bloodshed and injury were of frequent occurrence. Polo was and still is an impressively aggressive show of skill, where there is most definitely no room for the faint hearted. His ferocious play and dedication to polo proved the sport not only to be an enormously important part of his life, but also of his development as a war leader.

game like heavy cavalry getting into position for the assault. He trots about, keenly watchful, biding his time, a master 29

of tactics and strategy. Abruptly he sees his chance, and he gathers his pony and charges in, neither deft nor graceful, but full of tearing physical energy . . . He bears down opposition by the weight of his dash and strikes the ball. Did I say ‘strikes’? He slashes the ball.” Sports took priority within the lives of the officers as no wars were to be waged at to maintain their agility and fitness as well as their quickness of thought. In preparation for war, soldiers had to be constantly aware of their surroundings in order to act accordingly in the precise moment that was necessary. In short,


they had to expect the unexpected and what better sport to incorporate all these was divided between their military duties and the great sport of polo, which was played eagerly both for recreation and in a quest for the coveted Inter-Regimental Cup held by the best British team in India. For many men, like Churchill, polo where bloodshed and injury were of frequent occurrence. Polo was and still is an impressively aggressive show of skill, where there is most definitely no room for the faint hearted. At that time polo was most probably the closest thing to an actual battlefield, as the competitive team spirit and danger that was involved was similar to that found between armies, without the attempt at killing each other. However, this too sometimes occurred. Rough play, falls and severe injuries were served as a tough physical training regime, indeed the toughest that the Cavalry could practise in order to maintain their physical fitness and focused state polo field was highly comparable to that initiative and became a vital tool in the preparation for war. In spite of his irritating shoulder injury, Churchill qualified to become a member of the regimental team and played the physically demanding sport with great skill. Like the majority of those who get involved with Polo, the sport soon became an obsession for Churchill and his fellow officers of the 4th Hussars. Polo truly became the soldiers’ ‘serious purpose in life’, as Churchill aptly named a doubt, polo. Churchill’s love of the game was unrelenting and he insisted on playing at least eight chukkas and would prove to be an exhausting feat for the most capable of sportsmen, not to mention a one armed polo player! Generally it took some time for a newly arrived regiment to compete successfully in the inter-regimental competition against other veteran British units. However, the polo-playing officers of the 4th Hussars were determined to break this tradition and within just two months of their arrival were competing for another coveted trophy in Hyderabad, which they were thought to

~ HOUSE OF COMMONS vs. HOUSE OF LORDS ~ Winston Churchill never lost his early love for polo and was (when he was 51 years old) and shows him playing in the annual match between the House of Lords and the House of Commons. In this particular match, held at Ranelagh, the House of Commons team was victorious. team from Bangalore was considered the laughing stock of the tournament, particularly as they were sporting a onearmed player. However, the ridicule and sneering soon subsided when the 4th Hussars quickly scored a record number of goals at the start of the match and overthrew the 19th Hussars, who were

was widely known that he had played an integral part of the victory, irrespective of his injury. If the truth had been known, the crowds would surely not have been so quick to belittle the highly capable team. Prior to the tournament the 4th Hussars had purchased the entire polo stud from the Poona Light Infantry Regiment and were clearly the best mounted team in

Churchill never actually commented on the amount of goals he scored but it

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indeed more than sporting events; they were magnificent spectacles of pomp of the sport truly conveyed the Best of the British Empire. Tournaments would traditionally begin with a formal military parade, setting the proud British tone attired in gleaming dress uniforms, as they marched pristinely past the official canons and the parade concluded with the impeccably trained beasts raising was a moving spectacle to which, when abolished, the romantic Churchill lamented whilst reminiscing on the event, “Now we have clattering tractors drawing

far larger and more destructive guns. the elephants and their salutations.” In early 1898 the 4th Hussars took

game proceeded to make a speech on the subject of polo. Ignoring his comrade’s cries demanding him to ‘sit down’, the headstrong Churchill continued to tell

It was at Sandhurst where Churchill was first introduced to this great sport. Having taken the entrance exam three times he was finally accepted. However, his final test score was too low for him to enter the Infantry and thus, to his great delight, he was accepted into the Cavalry Service instead. part in the Inter-Regimental polo matches at Meerut, near Delhi. Although Churchill’s team did in fact lose in the second round Churchill excelled himself. At the conclusion of the match a grand dinner was held. Churchill, evidently still elevated by the excitements of the

the group of the laws of polo. He proudly stated that polo was not just a sport but the finest and most noble game in the world, indeed the most soul-inspiring contest in the universe. One presumes that his highly passionate description may have been slightly enhanced during the course of dinner! At the closing of his speech his comrades took hold of him and trapped him within a large divan, where two officers proceeded to sit upon him, were evidently not so keen to continually review the sport. However, after quite a struggle, the determined Churchill broke free and upon standing triumphantly stated, ‘You can’t keep me down like that!’ Indeed, as history has shown us, the great Winston Churchill was not one to be held down. In April of the year 1897, whilst on his Tour of Duty in India, the ever accidentprone Churchill was supervising the marking of targets during practise rifle range. Suddenly a bullet hit the frame of a nearby target and splintered in all directions. Having luckily missed his eyes, a splinter deeply penetrated his left thumb, wounding him so severely that he could barely raise his arm to comb his hair. However, this did not hinder his polo! Churchill persevered with the sport

~ Winston Churchill, 1925 ~

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incredibly dangerous act heightened his already handicapped game and if he were to fall, ran the risk of being dragged at full pelt, which could quite easily have resulted in death. Nevertheless, the fearless Churchill played on. Later that year, the ever adventurous explorer found himself in the NorthWest Frontier wars and then in Egypt, where he joined a cavalry regiment that took part in Kitchener’s slaughter of the Mahdi army at Omdurman in September 1898. Despite his decision to resign from the army, Churchill returned to India in November to complete his highly


was of course to train and compete in the Regimental Cup Competition, which was held at Meerut in February 1899. the 4th Hussars trained religiously at by Regent, Sir Pertab Singh who stated Churchill “loved polo next to war more than anything in the world, [and] used to stop the game repeatedly and point out faults or possible improvements in our leadership immersed within his passion for polo. Despite his impeccable skill in instructing others on their actions Churchill continually caused himself harm. Just before departing for Meerut to compete in the tournament, Churchill yet again severely injured himself. Having fallen on stone stairs, he sprained both his ankles and re-injured his chronic right shoulder, which left his arm very rare occasions where Churchill had to admit physical defeat, fully aware that his inability to perform would hinder his team mates to allow a substitute to play in his place. However, the 4th Hussars had other ideas and simply refused to replace him, stating that he was far too important to sit on the sidelines and merely watch a match that he thoroughly deserved and what a phenomenal performance he gave! Despite his severe injuries and his right elbow strapped to his side, Churchill hugely contributed to their victory with his great teamwork and horsemanship. His impeccable defensive play and ride off ’s allowed his team mates to take control of the attack and

When he went out to India in 1896 as a young officer, Churchill discovered that the most serious business of life in the army there was

arrived at the final and in spite of his many handicaps Churchill scored twice!

His regiment won the Inter-Regimental Cup and Churchill himself was in the team in spite of the handicap of an injured shoulder.

game was not decided until the last few seconds of the final chukka, when the 4th Hussars emerged as the champions of all achievement and it can most definitely be argued that it would not have been possible had Churchill not been present. Years later, Churchill sombrely recalled that out of the four members of the 1899 Championship team “few of that merry throng were destined to see old age.” One was killed in the Transvaal during

~ Winston Churchill in India, 1896 ~

the Boer War and Reginald Barnes, a dear friend of Churchill’s, was grievously wounded in Natal. Whilst reminiscing about his team mates, Churchill went on to say “and I became a sedentary politician increasingly crippled by my wrenched shoulder”. Churchill continued to play polo until 1927 when he retired from the sport at the age of fifty-two. In his youth, he was considered to be more than a polo player; indeed he was a combatant and played with the same aggressive nature that he 32

would later demand from his Generals during World War II. However, Churchill was constantly frustrated as few lived up to his ever heightened expectations, which made him the great leader that we so fondly remember. For Winston Churchill polo was ‘the Emperor of Games’.


UK SEASON

LA MARTINA LAUNCH A NEW TECHNICAL POLO SHIRT

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a Martina is delighted to announce that the Apes Hill Club Barbados polo team have been chosen to launch their new technical hi-performance dri-fit polo shirt. Having worked closely with the team as their Official Clothing Supplier during the 2007 UK polo season, La Martina has responded to the feedback of the four English players to produce a shirt that performs in all weather conditions. All four players – Luke and Mark Tomlinson, Ed Hitchman and Tom Morley – also spent time in Argentina during 2007/08, and were able to work closely with the La Martina design and production team to source and develop a material that would fit their needs on the polo field. Luke Tomlinson, captain of England and Apes Hill Club

Barbados is thrilled with the new shirt, “We are looking forward to donning the new shirt in both the Queen’s and Gold Cup this summer. La Martina has worked extremely hard in getting this technical shirt ready for this season – now it’s a question of getting results.” bacterial properties as well as UV protection - specially designed for those who train and exercise in all climates, and essential to teams who travel and play all over the world. With an 8% stretch, the material also offers total comfort and freedom of movement for the wearer, as well as technical support. Apes Hill will be needing every advantage – their first match in the Queens Cup is against Dubai this Tuesday. Apes Hill Polo Team wearing the new team shirt designed by La Martina

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ROLES REVERSED Emlor captured the historic Indian Empire Challenge Shield in a final that was almost an action replay of last year, as Dara Williams discovered

Emlor Polo Team with the Indian Empire Shield

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he gods who oversee the game of polo are usually erratic in their favours, although from time to time we see an appropriate reversal of fortune. Such was the case in the latest edition of the Indian Empire Challenge Shield, played on the immaculate ground at Coworth Park Polo Club, Sunninghill. Last year, Tony Pidgley’s Cadenza had captured the historic and imposing trophy, defeating Spencer McCarthy’s Emlor by a narrow 8-7.

again reached the final, having defeated Laird and Caballus respectively in the Nacho Gonzalez open Emlor’s account, although this was quickly matched by Cadenza’s pivot, James Beim, and by the end of the first chukka Cadenza had a anyone’s. Pittaluga, pivot for Emlor, equalise. Gonzalez then led his side ahead, with a tremendous goal after taking the ball from midfield to the posts. Beim scored 34

from a 60 yard penalty and by the end of the chukka Cadenza has resumed the lead, 5-4. In the third chukka Beim gave Cadenza a two-goal advantage, then Gonzalez scored brilliantly and in the fourth chukka Emlor gradually edged up to six goals. exciting, Emlor equalising, with another good goal from Gonzalez, and blocked a penalty attempt by Cadenza. In the final minutes McCarthy sent through the decider, to reverse last year’s results and


capture the trophy, by an equally close 9-8. Victorious Emlor received the shield from Tony Matharu, representing sponsors Grange Hotels. Umpires for the game were Juan JosĂŠ Diaz Alberdi and Howard Hipwood. Emlor can now add their names to some of the greatest names in international pre-war polo, to have won

Indian Empire Shield Altamira Adriano Agosti Max Charlton Alejandro Muzzio Glen Gilmore

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Emlor Spencer MacCarthy Diego Cavanagh Joaquin Pittaluga Nacho Gonzalez

Cadenza Tony Pidgley Henry Fisher James Beim John-Paul Clarkin

Lovelocks George Hanbury Roddy Williams Manuel Fernandez Llorente Will Lucas

Black Bears Guy Schwarzenbach Dirk Gould Craig Wilson Simon Keyte Above: Diego Cavanagh and Henry Fisher - Below: Spencer MacCarthy with Bautista Heguy

LEAGUE 2

Enigma Jerome Wirth Jack Baillieu Malcolm Borwick James Watson

Caballus Thai Polo Bruce Merivale Austin Sam Hopkinson Jose Donoso Andrew Hine

Laird Le Roux Hendricks Oliver Hipwood Henry Brett Alan Kent

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the shield. First played in 1927, when it was presented by several of the ruling Indian princes, the last tournament took place in 1939 and the shield was lost from sight during the war. Indeed, it reappeared only in 1997, when the Hurlingham Polo Association made an attempt to extend the British high-goal season by offering it as the prize for the short-lived British World Cup. In 2001 the Challenge Shield was revived as a tournament in its own right at Coworth Park and was won by Dubai, who went on to victory in the British Open Championship.

Indian Empire Cup

Final Result Emlor

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Spencer McCarthy Diego Cavanagh Joaquin Pittaluga Nacho Gonzalez

Cadenza

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Tony Pidgley Henry Fisher James Beim John Paul Clarkin

Diego Cavanagh and James Beim

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Place: Sunninghill, Ascot, Berkshire SL5 7SE, UK Club: Coworth Park Polo Club Date: May 6th - 23rd, 2008 Level: 18 hcp Tournament type: Open WPT Category Ranking: Challenge Cup Winner Points: 40 Finalist Points: 20 Semi Finalist Points: 10


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TYRO CUP

Atlantic wins the first tournament of the 2008 season at Cowdray Park

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owdray’s first Final of the season was played in glorious weather on 11th May – a total contrast to 2007 when rain completely washed out play. Sixteen teams entered the 12 goal Tyro Cup with Adrian Kirby’s Atlantic team making it through to the Final to face Enigma. Enigma fielded an 11 goal team, with Jerome Wirth’s place having

been taken by Michael Bickford and Ralph Butler (-1) substituting for David Turner. Enigma started the game with a half goal on the scoreboard. Atlantic were first to score with a good field goal by Derreck Bratley. At the close of the chukka the teams were evenly matched having scored two goals apiece, but the second chukka saw Enigma

pulling away with three fine goals from their number 3, Ruki Baillieu, to end the chukka firmly in charge at 5½-2. After the half-time tread in, Atlantic made a strong recovery with their No: 3 Richard Le Poer pulling back two goals for his side. A further goal from Bratley final chukka could have gone either way, but it was Bratley who held his nerve when, during a scramble in front of the goal, he managed to push the ball through taking Atlantic ahead to win the 2008 Tyro on 6-5½. Mrs Carolyn Butler presented the trophy to Adrian Kirby.

Tyro Cup 2008 Atlantic Derreck Bratley Alan Kent Richard Le Poer Adrian Kirby

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Above: Atlantic Polo Team with the Tyro Cup (Derreck Bratley, Alan Kent, Richard Le Poer and Adrian Kirby) Below Left: Richard Le Poer trying to stop Jamie Le Hardy - Right Adrian Kirby having a look at Horace Laffaye’s book with some friends

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Royal goal decides 2008 Audi Polo Challegne

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superb display of team work between Prince William and Prince Harry in the final chukka of the Audi Polo Challenge, an annual high-goal charity match at Coworth Park Polo Club, near Ascot, saw their team Umbogo (Swahili for Buffalo) beat Audi 2 ½ to 1. A Bank Holiday weekend invariably means rain in England, but for once the weather was kind to players and

had worked hard to prepare the field and the new drainage system had worked its leaving little for eager treaders-in to do at half-time. brothers, along with James Beim and newly-wed Malcolm Borwick took to the field. Princes William and Harry were 38

joined by Mark and Luke Tomlinson match showcased some of England’s finest professional polo players ahead of what is set to be an exciting season. Umbogo dominated the first chukka, despite neither team scoring. Audi missed a couple of splendid opportunities to take them in front, with Luke Tomlinson fluffing an easy shot in front of goal. Audi’s James Beim did stirling work in


Above: HRH Prince William and Luke Tomlinson - Below: HRH Prince Harry

defence, seeing off one or two convincing advances by Prince William. out on two more golden opportunities, which was to prove very detrimental. Newly married Malcolm Borwick scored a fabulous goal for Umbogo to give them the lead just before half-time. score and in the fourth Charlie Hanbury was only just stopped from getting Audi off the mark by some brilliant defensive play by Prince Harry. Indeed, it was this defensive action that won him the ball, allowing him to make a dash up the field where his brother, Prince William backed him up superbly to score the winning goal. Not to be out-done, Charlie and George Hanbury made their own run for goal, which was ably finished off by Luke Tomlinson. Charlie Hanbury, who played for Audi and has been a member of the Young England squad, said afterwards “We were unlucky, one or two calls didn’t quite go our way and we missed several chances in front of the goal as well”. Head of Public Relations for Audi UK, Jon Zammett couldn’t believe that 39


another loss for Audi. I can’t remember when they last won. I also can’t remember when we have ever had three sets of brothers playing in the same match. I think though the pitch looked great and the new drainage has really worked. We were so lucky to get both the Princes’ and keep the Royal tradition going, especially as they are so busy at the moment”. Around 200 guests arrived in a fleet of chauffeur-driven Audi A8s to watch the match and enjoy a field-side reception, with a champagne tea and magnificent dinner prepared by top chef and TV-personality; John Torode. After the game and the prize-giving Princes William and Harry chatted easily with several guests and charity representatives Above: George Hanbury - Below: HRH Prince William

took part in Diana’s memorial concert last year. Fashion designers Henry Holland and Maria Grachvogel also attended as did the “Bad Boy of Ballroom”, Brendan Cole. Other celebrities included Sinead Quinn and Sophie Ellis-Bextor, Colin Salmon and rugby player Matt Dawson. dance-floor, playing a brilliant set after dinner. DJ Bimbo Jones hit the decks and revellers danced to a mix of old and new tunes until well into the night.

THE DAY RAISED MONEY FOR TWO CHARITIES: MOUNTAIN RESCUE ENGLAND AND WALES AND VALLEY KIDS, BOTH OF WHOM WERE SELECTED BY PRINCES WILLIAM AND HARRY. Valley Kids is based in the South Wales Valleys and was established in 1978. It helps disadvantaged children and families who don’t really have choices in life. Valley Kids offer a wide range of opportunities for individuals to learn new skills and while its primary focus is children, the charity works with all ages from 0 – 90+. Mountain Rescue (England & Wales) relies entirely on charitable donations to survive and is not a government funded emergency service as is commonly of dedicated volunteers whose selfless 40


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and courageous work provides assistance to anyone lost or injured in the UK is provided 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, everyday of the year, whatever the weather. Currently there are 53 teams with 3,500 members covering England and Wales, who undertake over 700 rescues every year for free. Mountain Rescue is also called to help at major incidents such as air crashes, floods and missing person searches, such as the recent Shannon Mathews case. Both charities rely on volunteers and donations to survive. The Teams with Jeremy Hicks

Audi Polo Challenge 2008 Umbogo HRH Prince Harry Mark Tomlinson Malcolm Borwick HRH Prince William

Audi George Hanbury Luke Tomlinson James Beim Charlie Hanbury Place: Coworth Park Polo Club

Guests during the game

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Above: Richard Jones, Dan Gillespie and Henry Holland Below: Jon Zammett, HRH Prince William, HRH Prince Harry and Jeremy Hicks

Beverly Knight and James O´Keefev

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Black Bears dominate Centenary final the British season. Diana Butler reports Guy Schwarzenbach trying to catch Santiago de Estrada

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for all four chukkas of the match and were a comfortable 6-2 up at half time.

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Centenary Trophy at Guards Polo Club was ample proof that the polo spectator could still watch some great play from these impressive Bears and their fine string of ponies. With Guy Schwarzenbach at the helm, the Black Bears defeated Chris Mathias’s Clarita 9-6 in the final of this 12-15-goal competition, which was

Aravali

Simon Holley Johnny Good Chris Hyde Robert Thame

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Jeremy Baker Roddy Matthews Glen Gilmore Antonio Manzorro

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Hernan Muzzio Oliver Hipwood Nacho Gonzalez Mark Wadhwa

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or several years Urs and Guy Schwarzenbach’s Black Bears team have been a successful and impressive squad in the England highgoal games. Because of the team’s style of play and high standard of pony power, many polo fans were disappointed to learn that the Bears were not contesting any high-goal honours in 2008. However that level’s loss has been medium-goal’s

Andrew Blake Thomas Roddy Williams Tommy Wilson John Seabrook

Black Bears Guy Schwarzenbach Dirk Gould Simon Keyte Jean Du Plessis

Mad Dogs Alan Fall Oliver Taylor Guillermo Cuitiño Will Hine

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However Clarita, who are no strangers to success at Guards themselves, came back into the game in the second half to some great play from Mario Gomez. He scored with just a minute left on the clock and then scored again, literally as the timekeeper raised his hand to ring the bell. It must be said though that although Clarita did get themselves back into the game, the Bears always seemed to have the upper hand. However both teams deserve praise for producing such a flowing game of polo and as the Bears are now contesting this popular, mediumgoal level of polo, spectators should have a fine summer of fast but flowing polo ahead of them. Let us hope that the British weather is equally impressive. collection on finals day as Marmite was had a deep black coat, hence her name no doubt. She had been played in the fourth chukka by Jean Du Plessis and he came up, along with groom Claire Alston, to receive the Best Playing Pony Blanket from Becky Simpson of La Martina, the

Subsidiary Final Aravali

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Karim Thapar Howard Hipwood Charlie Mayon Gaston Devrient

Lambourne

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Andrew Blake Thomas Roddy Williams

Above: Mario Gomez (Clarita Polo Team) - Below: Marmite, NZ best playing pony of Jean Du Plessis in the picture with groom Claire Alston and Becky Simpson of La Martina UK

Tommy Wilson John Seabrook

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Black Bears

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Above: Clarita and Black Bears at the podium with Becky Simpson of La Martina - Below: Jean Du Plessis (Black Bears)

Queen´s Mother Centenary Tournament Place: Smith´s Lawn, Windsor Great Park, Egham, Surrey TW20 0HP, UK Club: Guards Polo Club Date: May 4th - 18th, 2008 Level: 12 - 15 hcp Tournament type: Open WPT Category Ranking: Challenge Cup Winner Points: 40 Finalist Points: 20 Semi Finalist Points: 10

Lambourne came from behind to win the subsidiary final, defeating Aravali 109. By the end of the fourth chukka there was nothing to divide the two teams and so it went into a sudden death extra chukka. Once again it was Lambourne stalwart Tommy Wilson who found the flags and won the trophy for his patron John Seabrook. Although honours on this day went to Lambourne it was the performance stayed in the mind. He was on flying form and scored several of his team’s goals in this subsidiary. He is definitely his team’s secret weapon and certainly gave the pros a run for their money in this game. 47


HISTORY

Major and Mrs Johnnie Watson

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he equestrian world in general, the polo world in particular, has lost one of its greatest annalists with the death of Major John Norman Pembroke Watson, at the age of 80. from 1978 to 2003 and writer on polo and hunting for Country Life for over twenty years, he was recognised universally as a leading authority on the galloping game. He also achieved an entry in the Guinness Book of Records for hunting with the greatest number of packs of foxhounds. Watson’s concise style gained him a wide readership, even among those to whom polo and field sports had hitherto meant little. His three-volume British & Irish Hunts & Huntsmen (1982-7) is the definitive work on the history of Past & Present (1986) and A Concise Guide to Polo (1989) continue to provide the best possible introductions to the ancient sport.

Johnnie Watson was a sportsman from youth, not least as a point-to- point rider and pentathlete; and had been a member of both the Eton and Household Brigade shooting eights. He enjoyed, in addition, a distinguished military career. Having joined the Royal Horse Guards (the Blues), he began his long polo connection by playing for the regiment in Germany, Spain and North Africa. Later, he was to play for several seasons at Guards; and it was appropriate, perhaps, History of Guards Polo Club, published in 2005 to mark the half-century of the club. Watson, although unwell at the time, insisted on attending the official anniversary reception and presented a copy of his book to the Queen. He was with the Guards Independent Parachute Company for the AngloFrench invasion of Suez in 1956, and served as Military Secretary at Gibraltar. After being mentioned in despatches while leading a detached armoured car 48

squadron of the Blues through the last two years of the anti-terrorist offensive in Cyprus, he returned to command the Parachute Company. Later, as leader of the Londonbased Blues mounted squadron, Watson took his place as field officer of the Sovereign’s escort of Household Cavalry. Invalided from the Army, he joined the editorial staff of Country Life, to which he introduced polo as a regular summer feature. A prolific and meticulous writer, his first book was Victorian & Edwardian Field Sports from Old Photographs by his masterly Captain-General & of Monmouth, the definitive work on the eldest illegitimate son of Charles II. Perversely, for so thorough a researcher, Watson favoured the dubious tradition that the King had actually married Monmouth’s mother, the flighty Lucy Walter, while living in exile in Holland;


and that ‘proof ’ of the marriage and, therefore, the legitimacy of Monmouth as heir to the throne, had been discovered by his descendent, the 7th Duke of Buccleuch, who promptly destroyed the document out of consideration for Queen Victoria. Watson’s many books included a sheaf of further well-rounded biographies: Lionel Edwards, Master of the Sporting in Nature, Art & Sport (1990), Hanut, Prince of Polo Players (1995), a study of the great Rao Raja Hanut Singh; of the 1st Earl Cadogan (2004). His autobiography, Blue & Scarlet, appeared in 1990. His other works included Collecting Sporting Art (1988), A Concise Guide to

Fifteen Reigns: A Complete History of the Household Cavalry (1997) and Guardsmen of the Sky: An Account of the Involvement of Household troops in the Airborne Forces (1997). He produced two popular anthologies,

Stories (1985), and his affection for the animal kingdom shone from the Horse (1983), a best-seller in which he celebrated the survivor of the Hyde Park bombing atrocity; and in two Terrier (1990) and Puffin at the Cabin (1994), in which the canine hero was his beloved hunt terrier. In 1982 he had been awarded a Winston Churchill Travelling Fellowship in recognition of his writings on animal welfare and wild life conservation. He also wrote Dorneywood (1993), the story of the Queen Anne house that, since 1947, has been the official country residence of a senior member of the government. Watson was a stickler for correct terminology in matters equestrian, and remained singularly unimpressed by much that passed for polo journalism. Although flattered to be mentioned by name in Jilly Cooper’s novel, Polo, was he annoyed to see himself described as writing up his polo notes on the bonnet of his motor car. “Absurd: I always write my notes inside the car,” he said.

He was also a passionate gardener. With his dearly loved wife, Lavinia, grand-daughter of the 4th Lord de Freyne, he created a superb garden around their sixteenth century cottage at Shipley in Sussex – he was, incidentally, adamant in having no point of the compass on his postal address. When Lavinia died, suddenly, last year, a light was extinguished for Watson, but he struggled on, despite an increasingly debilitating illness. Johnnie Watson will be missed in future seasons at Guards and Cowdray Park. No longer will Cowdray commentator par excellence Terry Hanlon be able to declare ‘elementary John Watson’, when a perfect pass is made on the field. His legacy lies not only in his prolific writings but in the undoubted fact that he brought to polo a greater audience than it had enjoyed since the inter-war years. It was eminently suitable that he shared a name with the acknowledged ‘father’ of British polo, John Watson MFH of Bective, Co Meath (18511908); although he was quick to disclaim any kinship, referring to himself modestly as ‘the other John Watson’.

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A DUCAL EVENT Altamira won by a whisker in the final of the prestigious Duke of Sutherland Cup at Cowdray Park

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riday the thirteenth has long been considered an unlucky date in the calendar, but this did not prove to be the case for Adriano Agosti’s team Altamira, when they carried off the Duke of Sutherland Cup at Cowdray Park on Friday, 13th June. McCarthy’s Emlor may have been simply as a result of the half-goal they received on handicap but both teams were extremely well-matched and it would have been a brave man who forecast the result so early in the proceedings. Emlor had scored the only goal of the opening chukka and by the end of the second, Altamira had a narrow lead, 3½2. In the third chukka, Diego Cavanagh and Joaquin Pittaluga – a formidable 11-goal combination – put Emlor ahead, increasing their advantage to 7-4½ in the penultimate chukka. Altamira never gave up, however, coming back with a vengeance in the last chukka. Gilmore. Glen Gilmore’s 30 yard penalty conversion was the last a quick series of goals from his side but with two seconds left on the clock Emlor converted a penalty to send in what turned out to be the last goal. Altamira had reached the final after

one of the earliest trophies to be played at Cowdray Park during the post-war in 1953 saw an American team, Meadow Brook, beat the Cowdray Park home side 6-5.

Above: Glen Gilmore, Adriano Agosti and Max Charlton Below: Joaquin Pittaluga and Glen Gilmore

semi-final, while Emlor had defeated Beaufort Embryo Transfer 12-8.

Duke of Sutherland Cup Altamira Adriano Agosti Alejandro Muzzio Glen Gilmore Max Charlton

Emlor Spencer McCarthy Diego Cavanagh Joaquin Pittaluga Nacho Gonzalez

Sutherland (1888-1963), a keen player who laid out a private ground on his Sutton Place estate, near Guildford, in 1950. A Cowdray team played regularly there until the Duke sold the estate.

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LADIES POLO CUP NETHERLANDS 2008

LAS LEONAS WINS SPECTACULAR FINAL

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n 6th and 7th June, the playing ground of Polo Club Wassenaar was the place to be for those who like - in a relaxed way - to watch lady polo teams fighting each other. In 2006 the first exclusive lady tournament was organised in the organizing the 2008 tournament. Organizers Patricia Flipsen and Ilse Souren of Polo Club Wassenaar are very successful in developing a new formula for lady tournaments . elegant high tea on the club house’s terrace. Happily for the public, afterwards the ladies turned into tough polo players on the playing ground. Las Leonas, with Fleur van Andel, Liberta Delfos Visser, Noortje Heijboer and Marjolein van der Wim lived up the Ladies Polo Cup will be organised every year: ‘We have found a new and fresh concept, in which we are no longer dependent of female foreign polo players. Besides, the current sponsors have promised to join next year also.

with a one and a half goals received on handicap, defeated their opponents 5 ½

big success, as a result of which we have well-positioned ladies polo in Holland. It is a serious tournament in which a

captain Maria-Gemma Huijnen and Las Noventas Grados with team captain Kiki Grooss ended respectively third and fourth with a score of 7 to 6. tournament is the way the polo teams were composed. Normally, a team is formed much earlier or have a rather steady base. For this lady tournament, team captains draw lots out of three different bowls each containing other players from different polo clubs with similar handicaps. With this way of composing teams, four polo teams were born which were well matched. Because the new born teams could not practise, it could be very profitable to have tactical team meetings before a polo match commenced. Ilse Souren expects that from now on

also the reason that nearly all the ladies weekend other mixed tournaments were played, but we are happy that the ladies were enthusiastic and played these two days with us’. At the prize-giving ceremony, it became clear that the tournament was well sponsored. Next to the prizes for the four teams, the best playing pony Naranjo van Noortje Heijboer received a horse blanket from KLM Cargo. Marjolein van der Wim became ‘most promising player’ and got a ‘carré’ from Hermès, with compliments from Easytrac ID, Dioni Paardekoper donated a painting to Hansje Grooss who was selected as ‘best player’. Last but not least, Renate van der Kraats received a jacket from EFO Horse insurances, as ‘best groom’. 51

Taking the whole tournament into consideration, we must conclude that the Ladies Polo Cup Netherlands 2008 was a great success which differs from all other mixed polo tournaments. For sure the relaxed atmosphere of the whole tournament, which ended with an Argentinean asado, makes sure that everybody is looking forward to the Ladies Polo Cup Netherlands 2009!

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and their opponents Las Loras turned out to be second best at the end. Las Loras, with Hansje Grooss as team captain, disposed of strong players like Brenda de Boer, Dorothee Huijnen and Merel van Dijk, but this was not enough

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IVAN THE TERRIBLE

Russians show their strength on Smith’s Lawn

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he Russians convincingly defeated a Guards Polo Club quartet 8-4 in the annual Ivan

last Saturday. Local knowledge did not appear to be an advantage to the home side as they were 3-0 down at the end of the first chukka. Guards Polo Club Board Director Jakob Lindquist put one on the board for Guards just before half time, but the Russians, featuring the Argentines Hernan and Alejandro Traverso, were always in the driving seat. Roddy Matthews closed the gap to 42 in the third, but David Giovanis and the Traverso duo just stepped up a gear and the score read 8-3 halfway through the fourth and final chukka. Guards rallied in the final minutes of the game though, with Lindquist and Matthews both scoring so that the Club could retain some honour before the final bell. Alejandro Traverso was named Man of the Match and Hernan Traverso received the Best Playing Pony honour for Antoco, an eight-year-old gelding which he had played in the fourth

Above: Alex Rodzianko with trophies - Below: Jacob Lindquist

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Above: Russia at the podium (Mischa Rodzianko, David Geovanis, Alex Rodzianko, Alejandro Traverso and Hernan Traverso) Below: Hernan Traverso and Henry Brett

chukka. Both players received their prizes from HH Princess Olga of Russia Fedotov. Guests and players then relaxed over a delicious asado, cooked by Anton Terrible marquee at Guards Polo Club.

Ivan the Terrible Challenge Place: Smith’s Lawn, Windsor Great Park, Egham, Surrey TW20 0HP, UK Club: Guards Polo Club Date: May 31th, 2008 Level: 11 hcp Tournament type: Open

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Mischa / Alesha Rodszianko (0) HernĂĄn Traverso Alejandro Traverso David Geovanis

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HICKSTEAD

All England Polo Club

The beautiful Jacquart trophy which closed the season at Hickstead

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he end of the second winter polo season at the AEPC, Hickstead, was celebrated in customary style with the Champagne Jacquart Polo Ball & Awards. Before the ball, the season was played out in style with a suitably thrilling finale. Top pros Jamie Morisson and Oscar Mancini battled for victory down to the last thirty seconds of play, when Mancini’s team romped ahead with the crucial deciding goal. of spectators to celebrate with after the

game, as they all willingly stayed to test the theory that the beautiful pewter Jacquart trophy could in fact be used as a gigantic cup, out of which to drink all 3 of the winners’ magnums! After a hasty change into dinner jackets and cocktail finery, guests were treated to a Champagne Jacquart reception overlooking the hallowed turf of the world famous International Arena. A sumptuous four-course meal followed in the Members Enclosure restaurant at the top of the Members Grandstand, 54

and then came the all-important End of Season Awards. Even the younger members of the club were out in full force (and looking a lot fitter than their older counterparts by the end of the evening, having been unable to indulge in any Champagne Jacquart) with ‘Up & Coming Player’ going to Charlie Scott and ‘Star of the Future’ to Samuel Beer. 2008’s Chukka Champion, awarded to the member who played the most chukkas, went to Kevin Shaw, new to the game at the


Guy Harrison, Sarah Wiseman, Laura Bassett, Brad Shackleton, Keven Shaw and Sarah Scott

Above Left: David Morley and Chas Taylor - Right: Warren Scott, Emily Webb and Di Arbuthnot Below: Kevin Shaw receives the 2008 Chukka Champion award from John and Daisy Bunn

beginning of the season, and now a fullyfledged, self-declared polo addict. ‘Most Improved Player’ (if only the same could be said about his singing, but more about that later) went to Brad Shackleton, who again has only been playing for a couple of seasons, but is now one of our most frequently playing members. David Morley, this year’s ‘Member of the Year’, received a special mention and a standing ovation in recognition of his tireless commitment to the club, and the welfare of both the players and ponies. David was also the recipient of the ‘Retraining of Racehorses’ sponsored award for the best retrained racehorse playing polo, a cause he particularly champions and himself promotes with his own string of ex-racers. Finally, 2008’s ‘Outstanding Contribution Award’ went to Chas Taylor, awarded for, amongst other things, the blood, sweat and tears he poured into the week-long, challenge-Aneka style construction of the AEPC’s new 55


clubhouse in January. For 7 days straight Chas could be found brandishing tools at all hours of the day and night and the clubhouse simply would not have been finished in time for the England vs South Africa International Test Match without him! With the serious awards decided for another year, there was just time for a few club favourites, including Best Turned Out Player to Emily Webb, famous for her matching baby pink rugs, bandages, headcollars, ropes and hatbands, and ‘Crash of the Season’ to Andrew Swaffield who seemed to delight in hurling himself at great speed on several occasions into the sides of the boarded arena!! Above: David Morley with Charlie and Warren Scott - Below Left: Lucy Northmore and Fiona Reilly - Right: Katie Jones, Jamie Morrison and Vicky Davies

Brad Shackleton, Hickstead’s own (young) Barry Manilow

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Above: Jan-Erik and Kiera Franck - Below: Rachael and Sarah Wiseman with Katrina Thomas

Kevin Shaw and Sarah Scott

night with dancing to none other than Chas Taylor’s band ‘Rusted’, with the only thing to raise more laughs than the awards being Brad Shackleton’s guest appearance on vocals, the AEPC’s very own answer to a young Barry Manilow. A great night was had by all, and everyone concerned was very grateful for this year’s decision not to play chukkas the next day, having learnt the hard way last year. An excellent end, to an excellent season. Below Left: David Revell, Linda Yeoman and Stephen Burley - Right: Di Arbuthnot from Retraining of Racehorses

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SANDHURST

View of the New College building from de polo ground

CHURCHILLIAN ECHOES as Dara Williams reports

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or nearly two decades, until 1894, polo was played at what, then, was the Royal Military College Sandhurst. Unfortunately, it was disbanded on the orders of the Commander in Chief, on the grounds that it ‘encouraged extravagance’, but one of the young officer cadets to have

already taken up the galloping game was Winston Churchill. In later years the great man was to declare that a polo handicap was a passport to the world and certainly, until the mechanization of the British cavalry regiments during the Second World War, it was the Army that spearheaded

Andy Burgess and Kevin Shaw

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the spread of polo around the globe. at Woolwich, later amalgamated with Sandhurst, was also a major base for the game, with the Royal Artillery becoming a leading polo regiment. Polo returned to Sandhurst under the aegis of the then Commandant, Major


Left: The Hickstead team - Right: Guy Harrison, Lucy Waddell, Katie Drummond-Dunn, Caron Lambert, Catherine May and Daisy Bunn

Teams Hickstead Polo

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Brad Shackelton Kevin Shaw Chris Warren Sebastian Baker

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RMAS La Martina

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Captain Marshall O/Cdt Hopkinson Andy Burgess O/Cdt Holtum

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RBPC

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Philip Meadows Marcos Vivian De La Pedrosa Paul Astrom-Andrews Twm Morris-Lowe

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RMAS La Chamiza

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Captain Gerskowitch Lieutenant Kuku Heloise Lorentzen Barbara Zingg

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Above: Andy Burgess and Kevin Shaw - Below: RMSA La Martina and Hickstead teams in front of the Prince Imperial Statue

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Above: The teams received the prizes from Nick Burston, the representative of La Chamiza Wines in the UK - Below: Brad Shackleton

General Arthur Denaro, in the 1990s. Today, Sandhurst Polo Club is flourishing under the direction of Barbara Zingg, who made her name with kinderpolo in Mecklenburg, Germany. Chamiza Wine Picnic Trophy early this summer, when guests enjoyed two matches sponsored by World Wine Agencies. against Hickstead Polo, a civilian squad put together by John Bunn, who is developing arena polo at his well-known Hickstead showjumping centre in Sussex. Players for the visitors include Chris Warren, a former National Hunt jockey who took up polo three seasons ago, and is obviously devoted to the game. Sandhurst received half a goal on handicap but Hickstead were obviously the stronger team and sent through four goals in the first chukka. In the second, Andy Burgess for RMAS converted a 40 yard penalty but Hickstead continued to surge ahead and by half-time the score was 8-1½ in their favour. Kevin Shaw and Chris Warren widened the gap still further, and on the final bell Hickstead ran out the winners by a significant 13-3½. Unsurprisingly, Andy Burgess was named Most Valuable Player. Umpires for the match were Barbara 60


Zingg and Geoffrey Godbold and Roy Law provided an erudite commentary. Guests then enjoyed an exhibition of Criollo horses with gauchos in the saddle, before settling down for the second match of the afternoon, which saw RMAS La Chamiza lined up against an RBPC team. Once again, Sandhurst received half a goal on handicap, but this time the final score was much less disparate than in the first encounter. RBPC eventually rode out victorious, 8-3½. Heloise Lorentzen, for RMAS, was Most Valuable Player. Umpires were Andy Burgess and Geoffrey Godbold and, once again, commentator was Roy Law. Prizes were presented by Nicky Burston, a director of World Wine Agencies.

Above: Kevin Shaw and Officer Cadet Fred Hopkinson - Below: View of the New College building from the polo lines

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UK SEASON - RULE CHANGE

TO TAP, OR NOT TO TAP Something of a storm has blown up at the start of the British high-goal season, as Roger Chatterton-Newman discovered

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APPING the ball in polo has long been a feature of the game – especially if one includes the ‘tennis’ simulations made familiar by such star players as Carlos Gracida and Adolfo Cambiaso. Technically, of course, tapping the ball – in any shape or form – is against the Hurlingham rules, apart from an initial tap; but for many seasons the rule has been ignored and umpires have turned their hereditary blind eye towards any infringements.

When players such as the calibre of those named decide to tap, and tap, and tap, a game can provide enormous entertainment for spectators, especially those watching polo for the first time. After all, sport of any kind is supposed to be entertaining to the crowds who have paid to watch it, and we must remember that without spectators there would be few high-goal clubs outside Argentina. under 33p of the Hurlingham regulations, as a sub-paragraph of the rule covering

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‘row or precedence between players’. It states: to stop or slow down to walking speed when he is being challenged but is neither being obstructed nor ridden off may then tap the ball only once, after which he must leave it, accelerate with it or hit it away. Should he leave it for another member of his team to take, that player must immediately run with it or hit it away without the option of a tap


challenging if he is within one horse’s length on either the offside or the nearside of the player with the ball. A player who chooses to tap the ball under the pony of a challenging player will foul if he rides into the challenging player other than by a legitimate ride off.

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normally be penalty 7, but, if the rule is breached persistently by a team, a more severe penalty may be awarded. All very well, but nothing Cambiaso has done can be called dangerous to another player: Adolfito is a master of the galloping game and understandably regarded as the finest player in the world. No one else has reached a 10-goal handicap as early in life as he. One has the very uneasy feeling – and I hope incorrectly – that the decision by the HPA to enforce Rule 33p this season has a whiff of anti-Argentine about it. Certainly Cambiaso and his Dubai team-make Pikki Diaz-Alberdi, fell aggrieved when they were told that tapping more than once was no longer permissible, when they arrived to take part in the Queen’s Cup, first of Britain’s

notified a year ago, but time and place hardly matter. What does matter, and seriously so, is the reaction among certain figures in the British polo establishment.

early in the tournament made matters worse, and Pikki said that they had received only a week’s notice of the reinforced legislation. “Otherwise, we would have had time to practice.”

this, they will know who they are. Within hours of Dubai’s failure in the Queen’s Cup a certain commentator was apparently gloating, over his microphone, about the fact that ‘Dubai are no longer in the contest’. Other remarks, expressed openly, included: ‘We have them this time!’ conducive to the sporting spirit in which polo was brought to these shores from the East. Considering the atrocious umpiring and the still worse opposition play two or three seasons ago, when Cambiaso was

singled out for punishment in Gold Cup matches, one wonders that the maestro would even consider returning to the British playing fields. He is adored in Argentina, honoured in the USA, heroworshipped in Asia and, generally, treated as the No 1 player should be treated. But in Britain? At the end of the day, the paying public (remember them?) expect to see the finest players for their money. If - and I only say ‘if ’, because there is no concrete evidence that a vendetta is being waged against South American professionals – they stop coming here, high-goal polo will be the loser, spectators the poorer. Yes, polo HAS become something of a Roman circus, in that the best are expected to appear and provide a spectacle. Any sport in the 21st century is the same. Rules are there for a reason but they are also, traditionally, made to be broken and certainly can also be relaxed. Judging from the standard of umpiring in recent years (subject, perhaps, of a future article), all one can say is ‘cast not the first stone, gentlemen’.

Facundo Pieres - Ellerston

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Turn off the Tap, the 2008 novelty adding rhythm to the main tournaments, has resulted in opinions both and against - the latter among the main protagonists of UK polo during the current season.

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he UK season always brings novelties. With the intention of making the rhythm of the game more dynamic, UK polo has made a change regarding the rule that has latter seeks to avoid teams in possession of the ball from advancing at a slow pace and prioritizing the possession itself over the speed or rhythm of the game, since this makes it difficult for an opponent to snatch the ball. During the first matches of the UK season 2008, much was said for and against the new rule and, despite the majority of high goal professional players who participated in these tournaments, they are still against this rule because they consider that it makes the umpires’ work even more complicated. An opinion poll carried out among a hundred anonymous individuals closely related to polo produced a 65 % of the total voting in favour of the “Turn off the tap” rule.

system of the game, and this brought about their elimination in the first round. All teams should be informed of any changes established to improve the level of the game in advance. For instance, it could have been proposed during the current season to be implemented in 2009 or, should it have been possible, they could have been informed about it at the end of last year when the Queen’s Cup concluded. In an opinion poll of a large number of players participating in this season carried out by PQ International, views

were mostly negative although in some cases the “trying-to-speed-up-the-game” stand was defended. On the other hand, the negative point everyone agreed upon was the way in which this new rule was communicated only a few days before the Queen’s Cup began. It is true that all teams are made up based on certain tactics and a style of but most of them probably prefer to win than to play well, since the important thing, what statistics, photographs and memories show, are the trophies being lifted on the podium.

rule in UK tournaments, they seek to limit this style of play which is slower than a traditional attack and, therefore, allows quicker and more dynamic games to be enjoyed. In case the player receiving the ball from his team-mate taps it a second time while he is being “challenged” instead of hitting it hard or moving forward with a quick-paced play, the referee will stop the game and award a penalty from the spot against the offending team. In addition to the controversy established during the season about whether the new rule is beneficial or detrimental to the game, it is worth mentioning that this change was put into practice in a hasty manner. One of the most outstanding and probably surprising cases in the first matches played for the last Queen’s Cup was Dubai’s performance. After having been one of the most offensive and successful teams of the last years, with Adolfo Cambiaso as their star player, they lost their three league games of the tournament. with the rule since he was in charge of arranging the team’s line-up for the current season and the players chosen had a certain style and, with the new rule having been established only one week before the competition, the selected players were not able to adapt to the new

Marcos Heguy and Pablo Pieres jr

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PLAYERS´ OPINION PQ International consulted different players regarding their opinion on the implementation of the new “Turn off the Tap Rule”. Pablo MacDonough - Broncos Polo Team

Pablo MacDonough

In my opinion, this rule isn’t the way to speed up polo. I think it is more important to offer the player in possession of the ball less protection so he is forced to hit it faster. I have an idea it would be easier for the referees not having to award so many penalties and not having to think about yet another rule. In short, I think the game should be sped up a little, but when penalties which are not really penalties are awarded and the ball is protected too much, the game becomes very boring and I consider that that is what it melts down to and not the amount of times a player taps the ball. Polo rules were made a long time ago and I think we should stick to that. It is a good show in any case so I think this new rule is unnecessary.

Matías MacDonough - Bucking Broncos

On the one hand, I think the rule is a good idea in order to speed up certain matches but, on the other hand, it is more detrimental to those who depend a lot on transporting the ball. I found out about the rule when we arrived in England, and I think that some teams could have arranged their line-up in a different way if they had know about this change ahead of time.

Nacho Figueras - Black Watch Polo Team you can also gain speed in the way penalties are awarded. Anyhow, the intention was good. Matias MacDonough

medium goal polo and I found out about this rule when I arrived here. I think this is a sufficiently important decision and, therefore, we should have been informed about it at the end of a season, and I consider it was imposed incorrectly.

Javier Novillo Astrada - Zacara

Honestly, I don’t think the new rule is a bad idea. I think it is slightly complicated for the referees but, what certain more skilful players used to do was hit the ball under the horse’s legs, thus achieving a penalty which wasn’t actually a foul, and this makes the game more complicated. I think we should learn how to play differently, hitting

Eduardo Novillo Astrada

they have achieved it, at least as far as I managed to observe at the beginning of the season. Perhaps many are complaining because we were informed only one week before the tournament, and some of the teams had a certain method of play and, therefore, they found it a lot tougher. You mentally arrange your team before the tournament begins and you organize a method of play which then had to be changed. However, the rules are the same for everyone. But, all in all, it isn’t that bad. We realize that they are trying to find a way of getting players to pass the ball quickly. I wouldn’t change the rules that much. I think everything is well explained, but, oh well…

Eduardo Novillo Astrada jr - Zacara

Javier Novillo Astrada

a player’s skilfulness is not good. I think we should always level things up instead of levelling them down. 66


George Milford Haven - Broncos Polo Team

I think this is the best thing that has happened to polo in many years. At the beginning, all players complained but if you watch matches now, they are faster, more dynamic and better for the spectators. Cambiaso and the Novillo Astradas’ games were based on going around in circles until they reached the goal posts, and I think that matches are quicker now. We found out about this rule long before the season so, all in all, I think it was a good decision.

Eduardo Heguy - Les Lions

Eduardo Heguy

wrong, is that referees don’t always apply it with the same criterion, and that is bad. What I didn’t like either is that we were informed about rule only one week before the tournament began. However, I think it makes the game more dynamic though, at first, not even the referees knew how to award this penalty.

Miguel Novillo Astrada - Brittany Polo Club

I think the idea of opening up the game and speeding it up is good. It doesn’t affect me, personally, because I have a more classic style of play. But, matches were definitely good this season, and if they want polo to be a sport that arouses everyone’s interest,

Miguel Novillo Astrada

now because they were concerned about the fact that game would become more and more closed in. Last year, they had already taken a step forward and this year they became stricter. Everything is thought about to make it more amusing, more fun for the spectators. In any case, I think there is another rule which should be changed to allow the player marking his opponent to move freely so the player in possession of the ball is forced to speed up his play.

Hilario Ulloa - Sumaya Polo Team

I like the new rule. Having to hit the ball or run makes matches much more fun and it opens up the game. In other seasons, there have been teams that were not well mounted who hit the ball under the horses’ legs and continued to move forward, that are well mounted, and I think this is good, so that all organizations continue to improve.

Ignacio Novillo Astrada - Les Lions II Ignacio Novillo Astrada

I think this rule is a good idea. However, I think that, considering the magnitude of this change, its implementation should have been informed in advance. In any case, I think it is good that they are seeking new alternatives, and you have to start at some point. But, this rule is for everyone, and it’s not that only some teams have to the rule.

Howard Hipwood - HPA Umpire

I think it is a good addition to the rules, but it is not always easy to implement

see somebody tapping the ball and they forget the speed element. In my opinion, the referees can handle the implementation of this new rule. Regarding the players, I believe they will be able to get used to the rule very quickly.

Adolfo Cambiaso jr - Dubai Polo Team

To begin with, I think we should have been informed in advance because you organize your team thinking about playing well during the tournament. Besides, in my opinion, these types of decisions force the game to undergo a 50-year regression. On the other hand, they are making things far more complicated for the referees. And, nowadays, polo implies skilfulness and good control of the ball. And I don’t think this rule is beneficial to the game because spectators also enjoy watching a good control of the ball. Adolfo Cambiaso jr

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TIPS

A few lines on Horsemanship By Dr. Eduardo A. Amaya

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Whoever sits on a horse must learn the mechanics of the animal’s movements.

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Avoid being a prisoner to your horse’s reins. Handle them freely (loosely). This is good for you and your horse.

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You must be good at handling the reins and totally familiar with aids. The latter are the means of communication between a rider and a horse.

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The reins are the link that completes the chain between the horse’s mouth, your hands and the game.

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Getting used to controlling a horse with both hands is of vital importance, since 95% of the time we play we are controlling the horse and we spend only 5% hitting the ball.

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Good hands do not exist without an adequate use and support of all other functions of the player’s body (aids).

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Independence between one hand (or both) and the player’s saddle is indispensable. Therein lies the key to good control.

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A harmonic, healthy and well balanced horse will offer solid support as regards its mouth. And, the more sensitive the horse’s neck and the lighter the head, the lighter it will be.

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Horsemanship applied to polo is a very particular and different type of horsemanship to that which is used in other equestrian activities, since it assembles two fundamental aspects, namely, on the one hand a good control of the horse and on the other hand, a clear aptitude to hit the ball.

Veterinarian and Polo Instructor

10 A bad rider lacks rhythm. 11 The more you use the stirrups (platform) the more you take advantage of your horse.

12 A riding crop is a lot like salt; it proves detrimental when used in excess.

13 Whenever a play begins at a standstill, before the ball is set

in motion, prepare your horse by tapping it with your riding crop, collect the reins and give it a soft tap using your heels. Consequently, your horse will be ready to react quickly.

14 If you make a mistake during the game, you should never

get your horse nor your team-mates involved. They are not to blame.

15 Forcing a heavy or ill-fit horse is a cowardly act and we will pay for it since this will ruin the horse.

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Cambiaso Continues to Lead the World Polo Tour

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Queen’s Cup (the first 22 Goal tournament of the UK season) having ended, Adolfo Cambiaso continues to lead the World Polo Tour. For the second consecutive year together with Crab Orchard, US Open winner Cambiaso takes the lead with 1612 points and, without a doubt, will go for more to maintain his position at the top of the table. Queen’s Cup champion for the first time with Ellerston, Gonzalo Pieres Jr., MVP of the final, climbed to the runner-up Novillo Astrada Jr. was relegated to third place, with a total of 1178 points, after an amazing performance in the United States with Las Monjitas. Eduardo won the USPA Gold Cup, the second of the American Triple Crown Tournaments,

and made it through to the finals in the other two, the CV Whitney Cup and the US Open. One of the best performing players up to now is Pablo MacDonough, who has recently reached 10 goals in the United States. Pablo, in fourth place with 1118 points, is one of the greatest protagonists of the current UK season, since he won the Prince of Wales Trophy together with Broncos, and he was also the Queen’s Cup winner playing for Ellerston replacing Facundo Pieres who was suffering from an injury. Facundo is the player who concludes the professional Top 5 with 1087 points. Las Monjitas’ Camilo Bautista is the leader among amateur players with 514 points, followed by Alfio Marchini with 496 points and twice US Open champion George Rawlings with 470 points.

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WPT - Top 10 Pos Name

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Pts

1 Adolfo Cambiaso jr ARG 1617

2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

Gonzalo Pieres jr ARG Eduardo Novillo Astrada jr ARG Pablo MacDonough ARG Facundo Pieres ARG Mariano Aguerre ARG Lucas Monteverde ARG Juan Martin Nero ARG/ITA Javier Novillo Astrada ARG Matias MacDonough ARG

1204 1178 1118 1087 1027 955 881 832 811

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Exhibition of Polo Photography & Art Polo season with an Exhibition of Polo Photography & Art, held in the historic Old College at the Academy.

A fine art picture by Centaur Photographic from the Heritage Polo Cup 2007

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bout a hundred guests and players were treated to a selection of fine Sports and Art Photography, hand made Polo Equipment, and a selection of historic prints and books. Finca La Chamiza, the Argentine Winery from Mendoza close to the Andes, distributed by World Wine Agencies Ltd launched the ‘Sparkling Polo Wine’ for Reception drinks in the Wellington Room, also providing a selection of red Malbec, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, and the white grape Torrontes. Continuing with their sponsorship of the RMAS Polo Club in 2008, provided

hospitality giving a touch of South American flair, which was enjoyed by all. Polo Manager Barbara Zingg, who organised the event brought together both the modern and competitive element of the game, and its heritage, history and art in an evening that included all Member Polo Players, supporting sponsors and welcoming newcomers people projecting a successful polo season. Exhibitors were: Centaur Photographic, with a selection of classical portraiture and equestrian photography from the Heritage Polo Cup 2006 and 2007. Especially emphasising on the new 80

direction of Polo Photography with fine art sepia prints, retouched to reflect an old 1900 picture atmosphere with faded edges. of the Sandhurst Polo Club 1885 and Ladies playing Polo in 1912, creating a lifestyle mood of timelessness and communication between rider and pony. Andy Burgess, of Southwest Polo in Cornwall, a stick maker and carpenter, launched his new ‘Heritage Polo Stick Collection’, a limited edition especially designed for the event, inspired by 1920 vintage flower motives and pastel coloured cigars and more interesting


Barbara Zingg, polo manager for Sandhurst with Andrew and Nicky Burgess from South West Polo

capturing the Sandhurst Officer Cadets during their Polo Sports Afternoons and Tournament Matches. Peter Dance, the Official Academy Photographer with his images of Sandhurst settings of Old College in the light of the four seasons. Graham Dennis of Blacklock’s Books & Prints brought old Polo Prints in black and white and coloured. He has the largest range of Polo Books old and new, 19th & 20th Century Prints & Engravings, programmes, magazines and ephemera.

In the last 10 years, polo at Sandhurst has gone from strength to strength Successfully winning both leagues of the RMAS Officer Cadet’s Team and Captain’s Team in the Captain’s and Subaltern’s Cup at Tidworth. Players who start their Polo careers at Sandhurst will move on to their regiments and teams, managed under the Combined Services Polo Association. RMAS Polo Club benefits from one of the most spectacular and picturesque playing pitches in the country, set within the grounds of the Academy, flanked by

Old & New College. public on Heritage Day, this year planned on June 15th 2008, when spectators are welcome to watch the Polo and enjoy the unique atmosphere. Polo has a long tradition at Sandhurst, which goes back to the 1870s, with Winston Churchill and Prince William amongst its better-known players.

Lucy Gale from Centaur Photographic and Charlotte Christodoulou

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iss Todd-Tivey has become known among horse enthusiasts and art connoisseurs as one of the foremost horse sculptors in America today. Her much-admired bronzes of Northern Dancer, Raise A Native, Seattle Slew, Nashua & Clem Brooks, and Secretariat as a foal have established her in the collections of the most knowledgeable art experts in the world of horse racing! (Northern Dancer, Seattle Slew, and Secretariat were executed as private commissions for the owners and have been widely acclaimed as the most important bronze racehorse sculptures since John Skeaping died in 1978)

Tivey, unquestionably one of the finest, if not the finest, equine sculptors in the U.S.A. Mrs. Penny Chenery for whom she modelled Somethingroyal and her foal, Secretariat, Spendthrift Farm, Mrs. Jacqueline Getty, Windfields, Farm, and Claiborne Farm amongst many others have commissioned Liza. Miss Todd is of course a member of one of America’s most distinguished film and theatrical families. (Elizabeth Taylor & Michael Todd!) All of the bronzes were cast in the Lost-wax, molten bronze tradition with the patinas created by hand with a blowtorch and bronze heat darkened for

very soul of a thoroughbred horse is an accomplishment of which few living

American Walnut, Oil-rubbed by hand. Green felt padding. Solid Brass Plaques.

grasp of a mood, a gesture, a character, a quirk is the stock-in-trade of Liza Todd-

are all SOLD OUT Editions so only

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75 admirers per edition in the entire world have the pleasure of owning these splendid and original bronzes. ( the bronzes have returned to the gallery from artist’s studio for hand waxing and buffing so they look particularly guaranteed the excellent condition of the collection.


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BEACH POLO - MIAMI

Miami Beach Polo World Cup 2008 Miami Beach Polo World Cup attracts trendy Miami elite and celebrity guests.

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iami – Led by one of the few professional female Polo players in the USA, Melissa Ganzi, the Audi Polo Team secured its third consecutive title at the 2008 Miami Beach Polo World Cup played on South beach (Florida). After more than an hour of non-stop action under the hot Miami sun and playing in a non traditional and certainly difficult sand terrain, Juan Bollini scored the winning goal as the Audi Polo Team achieved an exhilarating 6-5 win over its opponent, the China Grill Polo Team, in sudden-death overtime. Having proved its strength on track with seven victories at the 24 Hours of Le Mans, the world’s most demanding car race, the German manufacturer has also proven its competence in what is considered the second most dangerous sport in the world, after car racing. “Polo combines the camaraderie and strategy of a team sport with the hazards and thrills of an extreme sport,” commented team captain and Florida

Above: Kris Kampsen and Martin Pepa - Below: Melissa Ganzi, Kris Kampsen and Juan Bollini

same team that played and won the World Snow Polo Championships in Aspen in December 2007. Today, we add a new accolade to the Audi Polo Team. We believe that teamwork and top performing players was the key to achieving this hard fought victory and think that it will be instrumental for future successes.” composed of Argentinean seven-goaler Juan Bollini, Team Captain Melissa Ganzi –and only female among the 18 Polo players- and US six-goaler Kris Kampsen who has guided the team to victor y for three consecutive years. Melissa Ganzi’s seven-year-old gray Argentine stallion Corintina won Best 84


Kris Kampsen controlling the ball in the arena beach

Playing Pony honors for the Miami Beach Polo World Cup. which celebrated its fourth edition, has been regarded as one of Miami’s top events attracting sports and entertainment personalities. Celebrities

such as Owen Wilson, Vince Vaughn, Candela Ferro, and Khutan were spotted alongside hundreds of Miami and Palm Beach elite residents. “Polo, which is often regarded as powerful, elegant and sporty embodies those attributes that also describe the

Audi brand perfectly,” said Anja Kaehny, Manager Lifestyle Communication East the Audi Polo Team was a natural fit.”

Left: Latin American TV host Candela Ferro - Right: Tito Gaudenzi

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Photographs by Bob Lubash

Adam Snow and Javier Novillo Astrada

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USPA GOLD CUP

GOLD CUP UP FOR GRABS

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ne leg into the high-goal season at the International Polo Club in Wellington and there were still no clear cut favorites. Isla Carroll has certainly established itself as a talented and capable team but Las Monjitas and Skeeterville had certainly shown the ability to take a major tournament, but the 2008 USPA Piaget Gold Cup would be the last opportunity for most of these teams to get organized. Englishman Lyndon Lea’s Zacara team joined the mix, fielding a team of Carlos Gracida (9), Mike Azzaro (9) and Tommy Biddle (7), but there were several talented teams with an even shot at the Gold Cup. Black Watch, Bendabout and Crab Orchard all scored opening round wins, but there was more to it than that. In a 14-12 loss to Bendabout, Lechuza’s star players, brothers Pite and Sebastian Merlos ranted and raged on the field to the point that patron Victor Vargas opted to replace them. Lechuza would return to the field six days later with Guille Aguero (7) and Sapo Caset (8), and losing a one goal game to Las Monjitas, 13-12. Seven games were decided by a single goal, as upsets were rampant. Adolfo Cambiaso reminded everyone why he is considered the best player in the game when he led Crab Orchard to a 14-9 win over Audi, scoring nine goals along the way. Isla Carroll handed Lyndon Lea’s Zacara team its first loss of the tournament, 11-10, but it took an overtime period in which to do it. Black Watch rallied in the fifth chukker to tie Skeeterville, but sixth chukker goals from Adam snow and Julio Arellano were needed to pick up the 14-13 win. In a match that found five Astrada brothers on the field, Bendabout defeated Las Monjitas 10-9, and a strengthening Crab Orchard attack delivered a 16-10

win over Zacara with Adolfo Cambiaso and Nachi Heguy accounting for six goals apiece. Las Monjitas avenged an earlier loss to Isla Carroll with a 12-11 win and earned themselves a berth in the semifinals. Up 8-3 at halftime, Las Monjitas had

to withstand a last chukker rally by Isla Carroll to preserve the victory, with Nacho Astrada accounting for eight goals. Crab Orchard flexed its muscles in a 16-10 win over Zacara and a spot in the semifinals against Las Monjitas while

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Black Watch downed Bendabout 13-12, on a goal from Nacho Figueras in the last minute of play. Skeeterville picked up the last slot in the semifinals against Black Watch when it knocked Pony Express out of the running with a 12-9 victory. Las Monjitas proved that Cambiaso was mortal and that Crab Orchard was not unbeatable as it scored a 12-9 win over the 2007 defending Gold Cup champions, while Skeeterville won the other berth in the 2008 finals in an 11-9 victory over Black Watch. However the anticipated run-andgun finals that everyone was expecting Astrada brothers smothered a talented Skeeterville lineup holding it to only three goals in the first half (Skeeterville received one goal by handicap) for a 7-4 lead. Try as they did, Skeeterville couldn’t shake the determined Astrada brothers, and Las Monjitas ended the fifth chukker ahead 11-5. Eduardo Novillo Astrada Jr and Nachi Heguy

Julio Arellano

Held to only two penalty conversions in the final chukker, a frustrated Skeeterville left the field on the short end of a 12-7 final. Javier Astrada led all scoring with seven goals, but it was the united defense of the Las Monjitas team that shut the door on Skeeterville and delivered the gold for team captain Camilo Bautista. Place: Wellington, Palm Beach, Florida, USA Club: International Polo Club Date: March 4-23, 2008 Level: 26 hcp Tournament type: Open Tournament Director: Jimmy Newman Winner Points: 100 Finalist Points: 50 Semi Finalist Points: 30 Rest of player Points: 15 WPT Category Ranking: Polo Masters Description: this is USPA sanctioned tournament was first played in South - Florida six years ago. The Hall of Fame Cup is held in conjunction with the annual Museum of Polo and Hall of Fame Benefit.

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Bracket IV

Bracket III

Bracket II

Bracket I

USPA Gold Cup 2008 Crab Orchard

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Audi

George Rawlings Ignacio Heguy Adolfo Cambiaso Jeff Blake

1 9 10 6

Melissa Ganzi Gonzalo Pieres Jr. Santiago Chavanne Francisco de Narvaez

White Birch

26

Zacara

Martin Aguerre Lucas Monteverde Mariano Aguerre Peter Brant

4 9 10 3

Lyndon Lea Mike Azzaro Carlos Gracida Tommy Biddle

1 9 9 7

Lechuza Caracas

26

Bendabout

Victor Vargas Sebastian Merlos Juan Ignacio Merlos Tomas Garcia del Rio

1 10 9 6

Gillian Johnston Alejandro Novillo Astrada Miguel Novillo Astrada Mariano Gonzalez

Skeeterville

25

Black Watch

Will Johnston Julio Arellano Adam Snow Owen Rinehart

1 8 9 7

26

Neil Hirsch Pablo MacDonough Matias MacDonough Ignacio Figueras

Pony Express

26

0 9 8 9

Bob Daniels David Stirling Jr Nick Roldan Matias Magrini

0 8 8 10

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Isla Carroll

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Cristian Laprida Jr Marcos di Paola Facundo Pieres John Goodman

7 8 10 1

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Las Monjitas

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1 7 10 8

Camilo Bautista Eduardo Novillo Astrada Jr. Javier Novillo Astrada Ignacio Novillo Astrada

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Orchard Hill

25

0 9 9 6

Steve van Andel Hector Galindo Lucas Criado Jeff Hall

0 8 9 7

0 9 9 8

Matias Magrini

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104th US OPEN

The Day Palm Beach Turned Pink Just like every year, International Palm Beach Polo Club has received the best teams from across the complaints, but all the same, when the time comes to play, everybody wants to win. PQ International was present throughout the tournament as each stage moved into the next.

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ou can always improve, and that is the idea shared by every person and organization carrying out an event. Year after year, International Palm Beach Polo Club has proved so with each US Open tournament. Although in some cases success has not been achieved entirely. Last season, 12 teams up to 26 goals participated in the most important Open Tournament in the United States. As happens every year, there were some complaints in Wellington due to the quality of their polo fields, the refereeing performance, and even before the US Open began, as a result of the low handicap established for the first tournaments of the season such as the Joe Barry Memorial and the Ylvisaker Cup. However, when the time comes to play, every team wants to win and celebrate on the Sunday the final is played on the main field at IPCPB.

Above: Matias Magrini - Below: Adolfo Cambiaso

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did not appear on the field. However, they managed to win towards the end. “When we started playing this US Open it wasn’t easy, but as we played each match we gradually improved our game and our string of horses”, clarified Ignacio Heguy before playing the tournament final. Every year, much is said about the prearrangements supposedly made between certain teams. However, mathematics is exact and the positions in the table placed Crab Orchard, Las Monjitas, Skeeterville, Zacara, White Birch, Audi, Pony Express and Black Watch in the next round.

Q uarter-finals and Hall of Fame Cup in the US, the timetables established for each game remained unaltered in spite of the complaints about the heat. against Zacara and Pony Express against Skeeterville in the quarter-finals were a complete surprise; not due to the teams’ 93


Nick Roldan - Pony Express

104th US Open Bracket I Zacara

Bracket II 25

Black Watch

Bracket III 24

1 9 9 6

Bendabout

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Crab Orchard

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Lechuza Caracas

Gillian Johnston Alejandro Novillo Astrada Miguel Novillo Astrada Mariano Gonzalez

1 7 10 8

George Rawlings Ignacio Heguy Adolfo Cambiaso Jeff Blake

1 9 10 6

Victor Vargas Guillermo Aguero Guillermo Caset Jr. Nicolรกs Espain

Isla Carroll

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Audi

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Cristian Laprida Jr Marcos di Paola Facundo Pieres John Goodman

7 8 10 1

Melissa Ganzi Gonzalo Pieres Jr. Santiago Chavanne Francisco de Narvaez

Skeeterville

25 1 8 9 7

Will Johnston Julio Arellano Adam Snow Owen Rinehart

Neil Hirsch Pablo MacDonough Matias MacDonough Ignacio Figueras

0 9 9 6

Las Monjitas

Lyndon Lea Mike Azzaro Carlos Gracida Pelon Escapite

Camilo Bautista Eduardo Novillo Astrada Jr. Javier Novillo Astrada Ignacio Novillo Astrada

26 0 9 9 8

22 1 7 8 6

White Birch

26

0 9 8 9

Martin Aguerre Lucas Monteverde Mariano Aguerre Peter Brant

4 9 10 3

Orchard Hill

25

Pony Express

26

Steve van Andel Hector Galindo Lucas Criado Jeff Hall

0 8 9 8

Bob Daniels David Stirling Jr Nick Roldan Matias Magrini

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abilities but rather because these results turned out to be crushing victories on the Brant was replaced by Martín Donovan and therefore, Greenwich, with four professional players on its team, won a clear 16-13 victory. With the same goal difference, Bob Daniels’ team beat Skeeterville 11-8, the latter having been the first to qualify for the second round of the tournament. During that same week, matches were played corresponding to the Hall of Fame Cup. A tournament played by teams that did not make it through to the US Open quarter-finals. At this point, complaints about the fixture became more accentuated since the mini-league in which all teams play against each other along with a points-based qualification forced teams to play a large number of matches, thus, over-extending their participation; and, furthermore, this allowed the comment about prearranged matches to crop up, since the result of the last game played during the first round between Bendabout and Orchard Hill put both teams through to the cup finals; a detail that must be reviewed for Above: Adolfo Cambiaso and Santiago Chavanne - Below: Facundo Pieres


the next tournament.

In Search of the Final

During the week, with four teams in search of one and the same cup, games corresponding to the US Open semifinals were played on Wednesday, April 16th. Crab Orchard and Pony Express played the first match and Adolfo Cambiaso met his 2007 team-mates, Uruguayan player David Stirling and Argentine player Matías Magrini with whom he had celebrated after winning the title. It was an even game which ended with Pony Express attacking in search of a draw. However, the bell rang when George Rawlings’ team was winning 12-11. In the meantime, White Birch played against Las Monjitas and the orange team, obtaining the same having made it through to the final and were already thinking about the pink team who were going for their second Above: Adolfo Cambiaso in the momento of his last victory in the US Open - Below: Guillermo Caset jr and Matias Magrini

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Above: Camilo Bautista and George Rawlings - Below: Hector Galindo and Gonzalo Pieres jr

Place: Wellington, Palm Beach, Florida, USA Club: International Polo Club Date: March 30 - April 20,2008 Level: 26 hcp Tournament type: Open Tournament Director: Jimmy Newman Winner Points: 170 Finalist Points: 100 Semi Finalist Points: 50 Rest of player Points: 25 WPT Category Ranking: Grand Slam Description: First played in 1904 at Van Courtland Park, the U.S. Open Championship celebrated its centennial in 2004. One of the three great polo tournaments, along with the British and Argentine fixtures, the tournament attracts the finest players in the world for a month long competition. During the first half of the 20th century it was hosted in the Northeast, principally at Meadowbrook, moving in 1954 to Oakbrook, outside Chicago, where it stayed until 1978. The next eight tournaments were hosted by Retama, in San Antonio, where Memo Gracida recorded his first of a record 16 wins. Not the first in his family to do so, his father and three other Gracida’s won the event for Mexico in 1946 at Meadowbrook. Set for 1987 at El Dorado in Palm Springs, the next four Opens were played at the Horsepark, home to the USPA in Lexington. Since 1996, The U.S. Open Championship has called South Florida its home. It was here at International Polo Club Palm Beach in 2004 that Memo Gracida added to the Gracida family’s combined record of 34 U.S. Open wins. MVP: Jeff Blake (Crab Orchard) BPP: Sylvia (Adolfo Cambiaso - Crab Orchard) US Open BPP: Pico Blanco (Ignacio Novillo Astrada - Las Monjitas) Crab Orchard Team with Beverly Rawlings

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Above: Owen Rinehart and Cristian Laprida jr - Below: Gonzalo Pieres jr

What the US Open left The Game As always, the finals are very amusing. Crab Orchard and Las Monjitas played a great final match but George Rawlings’ team made it through with a fresher string of horses. And, in addition, they had Adolfo Cambiaso playing for their team.

The Goal It was not a defining goal but it was outstanding; not due to the player’s skilfulness but rather because it was quick and amazingly spectacular. In the semi-final between White Birch and Las Monjitas, Lucas Monteverde hit a 70-yarder and managed to score with an under-the-neck shot straight into the goal.

The Celebration Ignacio Heguy’s joy upon reaching his ponylines and while celebrating with George Rawlings, Adolfo Cambiaso, Jeff Blake and his helpers. “Nachi” is the first member of the Heguy family to win the US Open.

The Weird Factor It was a very colourful final match. There were flags, music, polo, and amidst all the show, Boxing Manager Don King made his appearance adding his humorous touch as he always does. “The game was amazing”, he mentioned when the final match ended.

The Fun Factor On this occasion, the Polo Ball took place in the midst of the tournament with the idea of having all the teams present. Organized by Melissa and Mark Ganzi, the motto of the gala event was “The Sky is the limit”.

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“I think we have had an enviable season and, if each of us do our part and play in an orderly manner, we will manage to win. I appreciate being able to play for Las Monjitas with the three Novillo Astrada brothers. You always need a little bit of luck to win, but we are ready to play”, said Camilo Bautista who was already thinking about the final. Meanwhile, at the Crab Orchard stables, Ignacio Heguy told PQ International: “We have played difficult matches such as the one against Pony Express in the semi-finals and we managed to win. In any case, I think our team hasn’t played its best match yet and I hope we can do so in the final”.

For the US Open Cup Hall of Fame Cup and long before the match, the public gradually were arriving to get good seats on the most important day of the year as regards North p.m. and in the first few seconds of the game, Crab Orchard’s number 3, Adolfo Cambiaso, scored the first goal. Soon after, Eduardo Novillo Astrada, playing for Las Monjitas, tied the game. After this draw, the following chukkers elapsed and Crab Orchard took the lead over their opponents on the scoreboard at all

times, probably due to a more powerful string of horses. ended. With hugs given among players, managers, horse grooms and helpers working for the organization, the whole atmosphere was filled with joy and that was the moment when the US Open turned pink. Crab Orchard celebrated on the podium after becoming twice US Open them becoming three times champions because the team will only be playing medium goal tournaments next season and, therefore, the pink team will take a break after much celebration enjoyed at the most important tournament held in the United States. PQ International offered some constructive criticism to help improve this sport and the tournament itself. However, organizational capabilities, the Sunday Games joy, the club’s colourful quality and the overall success of this new US Open venue invite us to await its next high goal seasonand we are looking forward to being there. Above: Miguel Novillo Astrada - Below: Javier Novillo Astrada and Nachi Heguy

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PALM BEACH

Good-bye and hello It is the end of an era and a beginning of another.

May 7th, the final day scheduled for the historical Palm Beach Polo & Country Club Stadium

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he polo and equestrian scene in Wellington continues to evolve with the demolition of the dilapidated 29-year-old stadium at Palm Beach Polo and Country Club. With virtually no fanfare, the once venerable stadium and local icon was razed beginning on May 7 as heavy machinery tore down a venue that brought international acclaim to a sleepy village. includes a new facility that will host a myriad of equestrian events in 2009, including night-time show jumping, steeplechase event was held at the stadium on March 10, 1984 but none has been held in at least 18 years. Owner Mark Bellissimo, whose Equestrian Sports Productions runs the worldrenowned Winter Equestrian Festival horse shows down the street, is expected to build another facility where the

however, is probably two years away from completion. A lot of memories were tied up in the stadium, which had become a prominent eyesore in the village over the last several years, its faded yellow façade covered in graffiti a daily reminder of past glories. As one former club executive said when told of the news, “I don’t know whether to laugh or cry.” Tackeria owner Tony Coppola has lived in Wellington for 30 years, having played, watched and announced polo. United States, was pretty memorable,” says Coppola, whose son Matthew, practiced green horses with other teens on the stadium field 10 days after the grandstand was knocked down and debris remained piled on the sideline. first time Prince Charles came (in 1980). was the highlight of the 1979 season as 100

Bart Evans’ overtime goal lifted the USA to an 8-7 triumph over Argentina in a match between two 34-goal teams. People-watching became a weekly ritual, reaching its zenith when Princess Diana made an appearance in 1985 to watch Prince Charles play for the third for their visit. history, Palm Beach Polo’s stadium helped lure more celebrities than any other polo or equestrian facility in the United States. In its heyday, it was the place to see and be seen for Palm Beach socialites, celebrities and wannabes. One of the most memorable events occurred in 1990 when actor Sylvester Stallone of “Rocky” and “Rambo” fame, played in a charity match, drawing a crowd that was second only to a royal appearance. However, he reportedly gave up polo when it was written into his contracts that he wasn’t allowed to play while under contract for a movie.


First practice game withouth the Stadium

Finish of the first step of the demolition

Another vibrant memory was the visit of soap opera superstar Susan Lucci of ABC’s All My Children, who drew one of the biggest crowds in club history, handing out trophies and graciously posing for photos with fans. Legendary movie stars, such as Paul Newman, Joanne Woodward. Charlton Heston and Gregory Peck were spotted in the crowds during the early years. Lord and Lady Cowdray attended a match in 1980. Other guests through the years included the Sarah Ferguson, Hon. Charles Spencer Churchill, Winston Guest, the Maharajah of Jaipur, Her Griffin, Zsa Zsa Gabor, Stefanie Powers, Robert Wagner, Donald Trump and Dan Rather, to name a few. Executive from the corporate world also enjoyed attending matches, including Estee Lauder, Ron Perelman of Revlon, Ralph Destino of Cartier, Yves Piaget and porcelain queen Helen Boehm were joined by luminaries such as author

Scaasi, socialite Marylou Whitney and TV personality John Walsh. Opened in 1979, it quickly became the premier high-goal polo facility in the United States, culminating with hosted the prestigious U.S. Open from 1996 through 2001, a last gasp. magnificent and many credit Bill Ylvisaker’s vision to build the club as a major reason why high-goal polo was resurrected and prospered in the United States in the last 30 years. However, polo started moving to private fields in 2002 and then found a permanent home at International Polo Club in 2004, just two miles away. Well-known patrons such as Geoffrey Kent, Guy Wildenstein, Anthony Embericos, Steve Gose, Usman Dantata, Henryk de Kwiatkowski, Mickey Tarnopol, Adam Lindemann, Martin Gruss, Norman Brinker, Adolphus Busch, Billy Busch, Andy Busch, Peter Busch, Brook Johnson and Peter Brant played on championship teams in front of appreciate crowds at Palm Beach Polo. Even Kerry Packer spent one rain-soaked season at the club, reportedly taking his 101

team on a private jet to Las Vegas when the fields became too soggy to play. Palm Beach Polo’s stadium was where Adolfo Cambiaso arrived as a 6-goaler in 1991, moving to 9 goals before the 1992 season, his greatness apparent even then. It was Memo Gracida’s home field and he and his brother, Carlos, were clearly crowd favorites. Many of the current collection of patrons also got a taste of the highgoal competition there, including Bob Daniels, Victor Vargas, the late Skeeter Johnston, Gillian Johnston, Melissa Ganzi, Marc Ganzi, Steve Van Andel, Scott Devon, Neil Hirsch, Tommy Lee Jones and John Goodman. In the early years, Juan Carlos Harriott, Daniel Gonzales, Hector Barrantes, Cacho Merlos, Howard and Julian Hipwood, Lionel Macaire, Charles Beresford and Eduardo Moore were among the international superstars who brought their artistry to the stadium field, complementing the glamour in the stands. Good-bye to the stadium, the good old days are gone but not forgotten. It’s time to move on.



SCAPA SPORTS BEACH POLO

Beach Glamour on the North Sea Coast For the tenth consecutive year, the Scapa Sports Beach Polo Tournament took place in Belgium. PQ International was present at the event. And, for the first time, they were very lucky with the weather from start to finish.

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nokke Heist is the seaside resort par excellence in Belgium. Located west of Brussels, this area has the most extensive beaches in Scapa Sports Beach Polo Tournament to be played every season, in which threeplayer teams compete against each other. “It is very difficult to play on sand. It takes all the horses’ strength, as well as ours. Besides, at times the ball heads in different directions and you have to go out and get it”, mentions Michael Redding, creator and organizer of the tournament, who also plays with his team, Scapa Sports. In the 2008 version, played from Saturday, May 10th through Monday, Michael Redding

Mimo Guynot

May 12th, eight teams up to nine goals took part in the tournament. Said dates were chosen after analysing the tide table in order to ensure that there would be enough space on the beach to set up a polo field. Players from different European and American countries travelled to Knokke Heist, located 98 kilometres away from its beaches but also for the great number of art galleries which can be found along its streets. On the day of the final and after the fashion show on the beach, Scapa Sports and Chacalli met in the presence of a significant number of spectators who were also enjoying a sunny day by the sea. 104


Above: Hernan Pieres - Below: Umpire Jason Dixon

the fourth and last chukker with the score tied at 3-3. A foul committed by Scapa Sports allowed Uruguayan player José María Boismenu to score a goal which would seal a victory for Chacalli. “Luckily, the weather was kind to us. We have organized this tournament every year, for the past ten years, and we have never had so much sun and heat throughout the fixtures. I am very glad that everything turned out the way it did”, stated Michael Redding when the final ended and the prize-giving was about to begin. A new edition of the Scapa Sports Beach Polo Tournament has concluded successfully, and now polo in Belgium will continue in Antwerp, with the International Scapa Tournament, which takes place annually in June. 105


Scapa Sports Beach Polo Place: Belgium Club: Knokke Heist Date: May 10th - 12th,2008 Level: 9 hcp Tournament type: Open

Scapa Sports Beach Polo 2008

Pablo and Christian Vandenbrink

Above: Victorious Loewe team spraying champagne over the Scapa Sports team Below: Loewe team in action

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Carlsberg

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Pascal Zantmann Miguel Duggan Martijn van Scherpenzeel

1 5 7

Scapa Sports

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Michael Redding Pablo Vandenbrink Christian Vandenbrink

3 5 0

Pommery

9

Jan Gallian Santiago Allaria Jan van Deynze

2 4 3

Loewe

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Guy Drops Gary de Cloedt Juan Cruz Greguoli

2 4 3

Chacalli

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Manu Maes Mimo Guynot de Boismenu Daniel Ezozugui

1 4 3

Land Rover

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Kevin Korst Luis Sainz Horacio Pascual

2 4 3

Q Music

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Martin Hartmann Santiago Torreguitar Fabian Soria

1 4 4

Scapa

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Peter Qijo Peter Holsbeek Tete

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Above: All the players for the final picture - Below: Scapa models relaxing on the beach

Final Result Loewe

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Scapa Sports

Guy Drops Gery de Cloedt Juan Cruz Greguoli

Michael Redding Pablo Vandenbrink Christian Vandenbrink

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OFF THE FIELD

Scapa models

Action on the catwalk in the Scapa Sports fashion show

Above: Kite-surfing at Knokke - Below: action on the catwalk in the Scapa Sports fashion show

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CHARITY

Above: Left: David Nalbandian and Rafael Nadal - Right: Adolfo Cambiaso and David Nalbandian . Below Right: Nick Roldan and Rafa Nadal

Left: Camilo Bautista, Mark Ganzi, Gonzalo Avendaño and John Goodman together with tennis stars Rafael Nadal and David Nalbandian

Polo & Tennis Nadal and Nalbandian raise more than $50,000 for charity at International Polo

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wo of the world’s best tennis players raised more than $50,000 to benefit the David Nalbandian Foundation on March 25 at the International Polo Club Palm Beach. Rafael Nadal, ranked No. 2 in men’s tennis, and David Nalbandian, ranked No. 7, faced off against each other in a private singles match to raise money for Nalbandian’s non-profit organization that promotes the physical and mental development of people with disabilities. Nalbandian defeated Nadal 6-4 in the one set exhibition. “It was a lot of fun for us,” said Nalbandian, who also defeated his friend Nadal in the Paris ATP Masters final last

year. “We play a lot together on the court and we also spend a lot of time together outside the court too. We’re good friends. We really enjoyed playing here and next time I will be doing something to help his foundation.” International Polo Club polo team owners, including Melissa Ganzi, Gonzalo Avendano, Camilo Bautista, George Rawlings, Greg Goodman and John Goodman, sponsored the event. Following the singles match, each of the sponsors selected one member from their respective teams to play in a round robin style doubles match. Five of the world’s best polo players took swings alongside Nadal and Nalbandian, including Ignacio 109

Astrada, Adolfo Cambiaso, brothers Gonzalito and Facundo Pieres, Pablo MacDonough and Nicolas Roldan. Nadal of Spain is twice a singles runner-up at Wimbledon and undefeated at the French Open, having won all 21 matches at that tournament. He is best known for denying the world’s number one and 12-time Grand Slam singles titlist Roger Federer a career Grand Slam as he defeated Federer at the French Open in 2005, 2006, and 2007. Nalbandian of Argentina has won eight ATP titles. Most notably he defeated Roger Federer in Madrid at the ATP Masters Final in 2007.


INTERVIEW

La Clarita Polo Team’s Secrets to continue to improve its level of polo based on hard work, good organization and respect.

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lare and Chris Mathias, owners of La Clarita Polo Team, received PQ International in San Enrique, their favourite place in southern their headquarters in order to participate in the Sotogrande seasons played every year between spring and summer. “We chose San Enrique because once

the UK season is over, we’d say: And now what? What should we do next? So, due to the weather, proximity and good level of polo, we decided to set up La Clarita Polo Team here”, says English player Clare Mathias. family in the Sotogrande area is superb. A comfortable house, stables and an

exercise track from where the Andalusian Mountains and vast green-field land can be seen. “When I was young I used to ride racehorses, but I had no idea polo was so much fun”, says Chris Mathias, who owns a private museum including a large number of polo shirts belonging to

Team for the Jose Memorial Domecq in Sotogrande 2008: Erik Asker, Chris Mathias, Clare Mathias and Mario Gomez

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teams from different parts of the world. Among them, we inevitably come across La Dolfina, Adolfo Cambiaso’s team, with his number 1 on the back of the polo shirt. Clare and Chris Mathias have a passion for polo, and as they assure, “It is our way of living”. “Our club’s name comes from “Pepe” Santamarina, an Argentine friend of ours from whom we bought our first horse, and who always used to call me “Clarita”. And we liked that name for our team”, mentions Clare, who gradually became a polo fan as she began to learn more secrets about this sport. “I like doing things properly and having fun. When we started playing polo I knew exactly what I wanted to do: to improve on the polo field and have fun at the same time. I think that Above: Chris and Clare Mathias - Below: Clare Mathias

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Above: La Clarita winner at Sotogrande on the podium together with Ignacio Domecq,

Below: Clare with Mario Gomez enjoying the glory of the victory in Spain

one of the most important ways to achieve this is being surrounded by a work team not only seeking to win, but rather having triumphs come your way through a good organization, respect and cordiality towards your opponents”, she emphasizes. To achieve this, Clare Mathias has developed a work routine where in nothing has been left to chance, which is exactly what she is aiming at with La Clarita. Both she and Spanish Polo Team Manager Mario Gómez, who was chosen owing to his good work capability and respect, are in charge of controlling the entire organization and ensuring everything works according to plan; and thus, together they are managing to improve the level of polo. In the next UK season, La Clarita will be participating in several low and medium goal tournaments such as the Archie David Cup. “I don’t think I’m ready to play high goal. It would be very nice, but I’m sure I wouldn’t even manage to touch the ball during the matches and, therefore, it would imply a significant investment as well as a boring one to me”, says Clare 112


Above: Chris Mathias in the final game against Sta Quiteria - Below: Chris Mathias played one of his best games in the Memorial Domecq final

who always has a smile on her face when she talks about polo. Chris is also glad that his wife is constantly improving on the field, and he believes that “there is always something to improve, but we are on the right track�. Without a doubt, they must be happy because La Clarita was created with the idea of carrying out the daily work properly in order to later enjoy and achieve victories. And, on the same afternoon they received PQ International they won the low-goal tournament and obtained the Memorial Domecq Cup-Santa tell that hard work, a good organization and being enthusiastic about progressing, continue to bear fruit. 113


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Left: Qatar Airways Polo Team - Right: Emirates NBD Polo Team

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very March the senior management team from Guards Polo Club head to Dubai to create a quintessentially English afternoon of polo among the palm trees at Ali juxtaposition of palm trees and afternoon tea blend perfectly in the very warm International Dubai Polo Challenge and anyone who has been to Cartier International Day at Smith’s Lawn will feel very much at home at Desert Palm on the last Friday of March. as George Cooper, Head Steward of Guards Polo Club, formally dressed in his elegant panama and blue blazer, making sure that everyone has the correct Executive, Charles Stisted, is also much in evidence, co-ordinating the event guest too – although at Desert Palm it is HRH Princess Haya, wife of Sheikh Mohammed, the Ruler of Dubai, who is warmly welcomed by Ali Albwardy. During the afternoon, the Princess takes a keen interest in the polo as she is passionate about equestrian sports. She has represented the country of her birth ( Jordan) in show jumping in the Olympics – and is the head of the Federation Equestrian International (FEI), the governing body that is 116


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Tariq Albwardy - Emirates NBD

of Cartier. Just about to celebrate their 24th year of sponsorship in the UK, the world’s leading jeweller was involved v with this event from the very beginning. A-list guests such as Charlotte Rampling and Christian Louboutin, and their talent of creating great polo events has led to the Desert Palm Polo Challenge being named the number one most wanted invitation in Dubai. Away from the grandstands, which comprise of shaded formal seating and informal sofa areas where guests year the opening match featured some more British visitors – a team from the Schools and Universities Polo UAE team led by Ali’s younger son Rashid Albwardy. Rashid came onto the ground wearing an identical hat to his hero, Adolfo Cambiaso. He has obviously learnt much from this 10goaler who is the key player of Rashid’s father’s Dubai high-goal polo team, and he produced a fluent performance. His team-mate, Rashid Bin Drai, also played a great game and he was rewarded with a saddle as the La Martina Most Valuable Player. In the match itself, the SUPA team played brilliantly on borrowed horses and were great ambassadors for their country, winning the match 4-3. by a match featuring the “big guns”, with the ball being thrown in from the back of a Bentley. HRH Prince Rashid of Jordan, a cousin of Princess Haya, teamed up with Top Raksriaksorn, son of Vichai, and two pros to play for the Qatar Airways team. Martin Valent, who was

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taking time out from his polo managing duties for Albwardy, and Gabriel Iglesias kept the Qatar team’s hopes alive during the four chukkas and they ran out the winners 8-7. Private Office were led by Najieb Khoory quartet was also made up of two pros – Nico Petracci - who was making his third appearance at this event and received the La Martina Most Valuable Player Award – and Estanislao Ramos. With the Guards Polo Club’s Polo Manager, Oliver Ellis, on umpire duty, the games were played beautifully. No doubt, many of the guests were watching their first ever game of polo and these excellent examples of the sport must have encouraged them to try to see more games somewhere in the world.

Above: the two faces of Dubai´s Desert - Below: Cartier Camel

confined himself to the grandstand at this event and let his sons take to the field. But it was with obvious pride that he led out HRH Princess Haya, accompanied by her sister, HRH Princess Raya to present the prizes. He also introduced the Princesses to Desert Palm’s local Riding for the Disabled Group. Desert Palm is not just an oasis for polo lovers; it offers a wide range of equestrian 118


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Robert Spicer Alistair Patterson Maddie Mitcher Max Hutchinson Barney Wilson

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facilities, including opportunities for group is Astrid Petracci, who had earlier watched her husband Nico in action on the field. home to a luxury, boutique hotel, which is part of Leading Small Hotels of the World Group. Guests can take advantage of the first class facilities, including an elegant spa and can include some polo during their stay. Even if they don’t wish to play they can always take in a game at one of the three grounds at Desert Palm. the Cartier International Dubai Polo Challenge by Princess Haya and all the guests sat on the hotel’s elegant terraces to watch the game. Desert Palm, with the help from Guards Polo Club, created the perfect showcase of polo – offering all that is great about the sport – power, passion and style.

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High Level of Polo in the Jewel of the United Arab Emirates Once again, the Cartier International Polo Challenge took place at the Desert Palm Polo Club in Dubai. A grand event which filled Middle East polo with expectations and, once more, due to its success, delivered a fine performance for all spectators.

Getting to Know Dubai known as the UAE or the Emirates, is a state located in the Middle East, on the South-Eastern Arabian Peninsula, on the Persian Gulf. It comprises seven Emirates: Abu Dhabi, Ajman, Dubai, Fujairah, Ras al-Khaimah, Sharjah and Umm al-Qaiwain. It has one of the highest human development rates in the world. up of Arab nomads organized into tribes throughout the south coast of the Persian Gulf and the northwest coast of the Gulf during the 7th century. We are visiting one of them, Dubai, name was mentioned for the first time in 1587 by the Venetian pearl merchant, Gaspero Balbi, as one of the places where other Venetians searched for pearls. Above: Ski Dubai - Below: The modern structure of the Creek Golf Club and its restaurant

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The world´s most prestigious brands feature their logos both in English and Arabic

Above: The Dubai financial centre and its modern skyscrapers - Below: Mall of the Emirates

Dubai has everything a person could desire to find in different parts of the world, but all in one place. In spite of being surrounded by desert, Dubai emerges as a great city offering tourism an infinite variety of alternatives. If you want to take a closer look at history, you can visit the old town in Dubai where the first constructions built in the area are still well-kept, though they have been slightly renovated. If you are interested in new constructions, these can be found in the financial centre with its area of skyscrapers and modern buildings. If you want water, you can find it at the port, where some impressive boats are moored and you can dine on board. And, if you care for sand, it can be found less than ten minutes away from Sheikh Zayed Road, one of the main avenues. Of course, provided traffic allows you to do so, because Dubai is also permanently under construction and, therefore, there are blocked streets and highways and alternative roads producing traffic jams with the enormous number of vehicles driving towards the city at any time of the day. Dubai is not only famous for its airport and the 7-star Burj al-Arab Hotel (which means, “Tower of the Arabs” in Arabic), where tennis star-players Roger Federer and Andre Agassi played an exhibition match on the rooftop helipad, at a height of 320 metres. In point of fact, it is a fascinating place to all because, besides everything that can be found in this city, there is also an indoor ski slope in a shopping mall in sharp contrast with the outdoor temperature which reaches over 25 degrees all year round. Dubai has it all: fun, art, culture and, above all, the possibility of surprising every single one of its visitors.

Desert Palm Polo Club, Charm and Luxury in Dubai about 20 minutes away from the centre of Dubai. With the Cartier International Dubai Polo Challenge, graced by the presence of Her Royal Highness Princess Haya, Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum’s wife, the inauguration of the club’s 5-star hotel (with 13 rooms looking out onto the club’s main field) took place. In this area, as well as in every part


of the world, polo continues to grow and the Desert Palm Polo Club appears to be the foundation stone to spread this sport throughout the United Arab Emirates.

Cartier International Polo Challenge 2008 and the organizers of the Cartier International Polo Challenge 2008 were working on the last details so everything would be perfect. As time went by, people arrived at the Desert Palm Polo Club and the place gradually filled up as they occupied the different areas decorated with armchairs and red carpets. When the Dubai Police Band appeared, and while three camels walked around the polo field, the young UAE and UK players were getting ready to play the first match of the day. high note. However, England soon took control of the game turning the result around and taking a 4-2 lead by the end of the third chukker. Towards the end of the last period, the UAE’s line up managed to reduce the difference. However, the UK team, with Robert Spicer, Alistair Patterson, Maddie Above: The Burj Al Arab, the 7 stars hotel, with its helipad on top - Below: The famous Jumeirah Hotel stands in a street close to the sea

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Mitcher, Max Hutchinson and Barney Wilson finally sealed a 4-3 victory. Meanwhile, Her Royal Highness Princess Haya Bint Al Hussein, wife of Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, inaugurated the five-star hotel belonging to the Desert Palm Polo Club, and the party was about to begin. Players competing in the main match were already at their ponylines, waiting for the game to begin at the time it was scheduled to start.

the Cartier Cup plays indicated that it would be a fastpaced and entertaining game.

The Porsche Building

Right at the start of the match, Qatar Airways took a lead on the scoreboard, owing to a good performance of the duo formed by Gabriel Iglesias and Martín Valent. Nevertheless, Nicolás Petracchi’s dynamic play, together with Estanislao Ramos and Tariq Albwardy, allowed the team to follow their rivals closely. And, at times, they took the lead, but Qatar Airways quickly tied the score. time they reached the fifth chukker, the match was tied at 5-5. After each team had scored two goals, Uruguayan player Gabriel Iglesias, scored the last goal of the game, supported by a play pulled off by Martín Valent, Qatar Airways number 3. A few seconds later, the final bell rang and, therefore, his team won the Cartier International Polo Challenge after beating Emirates NBD 8-7. After the match, the prize-giving took place and Her Royal Highness Princess Haya and Ali Albwardy presented the players with gifts and, of course, the Cartier Cup to the winning team.

Above: Luxury buildings behind the Marina - Below: The Dubai Museum

Dubai itself was a polo celebration, and the sponsors of the event at the Desert Palm Polo Club donated over half a million dollars to the UNHCR Foundation (United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees). As the sun went down, the music was turned up, and everyone in Dubai celebrated a great polo afternoon, which indicates that this sport is growing in the area. And, therefore, there will be more tournaments in years to come.

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II PORTUGAL OPEN

Sebastian Harriott, followed by Sebastian Merlos

La Varzea’s Triple Crown PQ International visited Lisbon covering the second Portugal Open, played since 2007 at La Varzea Polo Club. Six 12-goal teams participated, playing for the Bronze, Silver and Gold Cups.

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uring the first two weeks in May the II Portugal Open took place with the presence of six line-ups playing for the Bronze, Silver and Gold Cups. La Varzea Polo Club prepared every single detail to receive players and guests to make sure that all the tournaments turned out to perfection. and, in addition to its existing two polo

fields, in 2008 another two fields will be inaugurated, and in 2010 a further four fields will be added. La Varzea is the headquarters of the only polo club in Portugal and it is located in the heart of Ribatejo, less than an hour away from Lisbon airport, in a natural reserve region which allows us to find some peace and quiet very close to one of the most traditional capitals in Europe. 124

for the Bronze Cup, which took place between May 1st and May 4th. Six 12goal teams took part, and would later participate in the following tournaments with the same line-ups. After the qualifying matches, La Varzea Millennium and CFA made it through to the final. In the end, the team Joao Rufino and SebastiĂĄn Merlos won


The Opinion of Sebastian Merlos from La Varzea Polo Club “This is my first time in Portugal and I have known about this project for several years now because Thiago Gallego had told me about in Sotogrande when he was only just beginning. They have been inviting me for the last couple of seasons, but due to other commitments I was not able to be present, and last year I promised that in 2008 I would come and play at least one cup, and luckily I was able to be here to play for the Gold Cup”. “At La Varzea I found a place that is very well set up and also very near England and Spain, with good weather, good fields and that will continue to improve every year because they will soon have four fields, and this is how polo will gradually continue to grow. The truth is that I feel very comfortable at La Varzea and I intend to give a hand in anything I can to help this club grow. And, perhaps, in the future, there may be a possibility of playing in England”.

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Above: Fermin de Iturrioz - Below: CFA Polo Team at the Podium with Jose Mourinho, head football coach

the game and the first cup after achieving a 7-6 victory. Next, between May 7th and May 10th, they played for the Silver Cup, in which Quinta de Ceghonas with Rui Carvalho, Alfredo Ontiveros, Horacio Laprida and 8-6 in the final and won the second tournament of the Portuguese season. Finally, the Gold Cup began on May 13th. La Varzea Millennium wanted to keep this cup since they had won it in were fast-paced and entertaining due to the even level among the participating teams. On Saturday, May 7th the day dawned sunny in Lisbon and on the main field at La Varzea, with a large number of spectators among which head football coach JosĂŠ Mourinho was one of the guests invited, Gold Cup finalists La Varzea Millennium and CFA took their places. 126


It was a very even game in which CFA took the lead at beginning of the match. A good performance by Sebastiån Merlos, La Varzea’s back, allowed the local team to even the score three minutes into the third chukker, reaching a 5-5 tie. Subsequently, Tiago Gallego was responsible for the goal which gave La Varzea a 6-5 lead. CFA went all out in the forth and last chukker, determined to level the score. the game ended, with a goal scored by Horacio Echeverry, who gave a great performance. Only 30 seconds before the match ended, Esteban Iturrioz got hold of the ball after a penalty shot hit from midfield in favour of La Varzea, and he passed it onto his brother Jorge, who rushed off on his own at full speed towards the goal posts and scored the goal which allowed his team to win the game at the final scored was 7-6. CFA with Miguel Freitas, Horacio Echeverry, Jorge and Esteban Iturrioz won the defining match and the Gold Cup along with a prize for a total of 50.000 Euros. in 2007 at La Varzea Polo Club and has proved that their intention of growing continues to bear fruit. Tiago Gallego

La Varzea La Varzea complex is conveniently located only 50 km away from Lisbon, capital of Portugal, and yet its location in the heart of a magnificent residential and equestrian land makes you feel as if you were far away from the hustle and bustle of the city. La Varzea has a stick-and-ball field and another two fields for polo games. At present, two additional fields are under construction, and another four will be added on in 2010. Furthermore, both La Varzea Hotel and the Club House give onto the main field and the matches can be watched from there. There is a gymnasium and a Spa that invite you to enjoy a lifestyle surrounded by polo.

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THE JAEGER-LECOULTRE SPRING GOLD CUP AT COSTA SMERALDA, SARDINIA

Diego White and Memo Gracida

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he Jaeger-LeCoultre Spring Gold Cup has proven to be another huge success for the Organising Committee of the Italian Polo Gold Cup, headed by Maurizio Zuliani ran flawlessly, with spectacular polo and the true colours of Sardinia proving to be a superb backdrop with the sun shining enigmatic green sea played a spectacular host to this ten day tournament which was extremely entertaining.

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From the outset it was clear that it was going to be a tightly fought competition with all the teams looking very strong. league match being very close. No one team seemed to dominate the event in the early stages and it was very exciting to see which two teams would reach the final. As the day of the final approached, it was Green House, and title sponsored side, Jaeger-LeCoultre that had battled their way through the qualification


stages to play for the Spring Gold Cup title. Having seen both teams play several games, people were putting their money on Jaeger-LeCoultre as they had played superbly and as a well formed unit for the duration of the tournament. However, Green House had shown some great skill in reaching the final, with some very tough matches to get them there. In the first chukka there was an accident where Jaeger-LeCoultre player Simone Chiarella broke his finger. Green House took full advantage of this disruption to the Jaeger-LeCoultre side and took the lead from the outset. Green House was never less than two goals ahead throughout the whole match and seemed comfortable at every stage of the

Green House, winners of the 2008 Spring Gold Cup

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Rommy Gianni (Cap) Diego White Manuel Carranza Andres Fernandez Llorente

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Tom Barrack (Cap) Guillermo Gracida Lucas Lalor Matias Torres Zavaleta

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game. Santiago C. Marambio, and Pablo Pieres played exceptionally well in the final leading the Green House Team to victory, with a final score of 11-7. It was unfortunate for JaegerLeCoultre to have had an injury as they had proven to be worthy of taking the was awarded to Eduardo Menendez of Jaeger-LeCoultre, for not only scoring 34 goals throughout the ten days, the most goals by any one player, but also for his superb skill and leadership on the polo field. His horse Rosa, was also rewarded. A stunning bay mare, Rosa played exceptionally well and was awarded best playing pony. In fact despite JaegerLeCoultre narrowly missing out on the main title, they did very well at the prize giving with Simone Chiarella winning best Italian player of the tournament. After all the matches had been played and the celebrations began, Robert Kofler of Green House Polo Team said that he would be returning to play in Italy as the organisation is really fantastic, all the facilities in Costa Smeralda are superb and the organising committee takes care of you and your players so well. attention from the Italian media and

Andres Fernandez Llorente tries to hook Matias Benoir

RAI SAT Sport . With this in mind, the tournament will hopefully grow in the future and draw in a wider audience to experience the superb polo on display in this beautiful part of Italy. Cup takes place in Tuscany with the Summer Gold Cup from 18th to 27th July. Before the polo tour moves on to Tuscany, Sardinia plays host yet again on 7 to 13th July with the Polo Masters Cup stage of the Polo Masters Cup which precedes a tournament in Jaipur, India to be held in the first week of October.

Teams Positions 1. Green House 2. Jaeger-LeCoultre 3. Cala di Volpe 4. Audi 5. Deutsche Bank PWM 6. Tecnomar Best Player: Eduardo Menendez Best Italian Player: Simone Chiarella Best Horse: Rosa - owner Eduardo Menendez -

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Polo in Barcelona of their season. Past, present and future of a club that intends to continue to grow and improve in order to imitate the best UK clubs. “Allow yourselves to be seduced by the horses’ power and elegance, by the passion and rivalry among their horsemen and by the extraordinary atmosphere the motto established by the “Real Club de Polo de Barcelona” to develop the 40th Barcelona Polo Classic which took place from May 1st through May 11th, 2008.

Ever since it was founded in 1897, the “Real Club de Polo de Barcelona” has been adapting its infrastructure and services as time drew on. At this family club which initially used to be purely equestrian polo is constantly progressing as regards offering both sporting and social services, so that its members of all ages can carry out their desired activities in the best possible conditions. And polo

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appears among these activities. “Luckily, this year we managed to finish and present our tifton field, which is far more resistant and colourful, and has brought about a change in the level and the results of the games we play. Besides, we can also play more polo games during the year”, said club polo manager Federico Español. Furthermore, in 2008, the “Real Club


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de Polo de Barcelona” has undergone a change in its Marketing Management. Raúl Cipres is now in charge. When he took up his position he preferred to carry out a strategy to change the image Barcelona Polo Classic was renovated bestowing a subtle and elegant image upon it, using black as the predominant colour in their bills and signs. Sponsors supported the club with its polo tournament. And, it is also worth mentioning that they were satisfied with the actions carried out in this event and glad to have their brands bound to this stylish and top-level sport. Tournament 2008 presented six lineups with English, German, Argentine, American, Swiss, Uruguayan and Spanish players, between 12 and 14 goals, who offered a top-level polo spectacle, carried out over two weekends. Friday, Saturday and Sunday, at a rate of three and the restaurant arranged in a large

Barcelona Classic Polo Place: Barcelona, Spain Club: Real Polo Club de Barcelona Date: May 2nd - 11th, 2008 Level: 12 hcp Tournament Director: Federico Español Winner Points: 40 Finalist Points: 20 Semi Finalist Points: 10 Above: Francisco Fucci - Below: Alejandro Peñafiel and Mateo Velazco Jr

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Above: Bautista Urbina - Below: Adrian Mathieu and Jorge Tassara

tent were set up lengthways by the polo field, offering the best views in order to follow each of the matches. In addition, there was a new speaker who kept the spectators entertained. “It was a very even tournament and, therefore, the matches were very entertaining and produced close results, since it was very difficult to score a we are very glad, not only because of the level of polo but also due to the event we were able to organize”, stressed Español. Barcelona has it all. A beautiful city offering a range of entertaining opportunities and, in addition, the possibility of enjoying tournaments at the only polo club in the city, the “Real Barcelona Polo Club) .

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Barcelona, the Charm of Catalonia PQ International visited this Spanish city for the Barcelona Polo Classic 2008, and here is a guide to the ‘must-see’ places and areas when visiting Barcelona.

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he “Avenida Diagonal” (Diagonal Avenue) is the most elegant way to enter Barcelona. Travelling along this avenue you become aware of the diversity of the city, ranging from the antiquity of historical monuments and parks to the new state-of-the-art buildings in the financial centre. Avenue) is Barcelona’s vertical axis, which crosses the “Avenida Diagonal” at precisely one of the most important renowned stores and boutiques are located along this street, as well as some magnificent works of art by Gaudí such as the “Casa Batlló” and the “Casa Quarry). Barcelona is a synonym for culture and art, with its many architectural works in the “Barrio Gótico” (Gothic Neighbourhood), the “Plaza Real”

Above: Olympic Port - Below: Paseo de Gracia Av, one of the most chic’s of the city

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(Royal Square), the “Anillo Olímpico de Montjuïc” (Olympic Ring of Montjuïc) and even the “Iglesia La Sagrada Familia” (Church of the Holy Family), which add a touch of prestige to the city. with joy and fun. Such is the case of “La Rambla” (Riverbed) area where every afternoon thousands of tourists walk along the pedestrian street from “Plaza Cataluña” (Catalonia Square) down to the sea, where a monument to navigator Christopher Columbus stands pointing towards the new continent, and they can enjoy the works of street artists who find their spot alongside this road. As the sun goes down and the moon appears, Barcelona also has a lot to offer when it comes to enjoying the good life and fun with its fine restaurants and nightclubs in the “Puerto Olímpico” (Olympic Port) area with their rhythms that keep going till dawn. And, last but not least, the beaches in this Catalan city constitute one of the major attractions for tourists who visit this area in summer. Situated a few minutes away from the centre of the city and covering over four kilometres alongside the Mediterranean Sea, the Sant Sebastià, La Barceloneta, Nova Icària, Bogatell and Mar Bella beaches receive around seven million visitors every year.

Above: Church: La Sagrada Familia - Below: Casa Mila-La Pedrera built by Antoni Gaudi

Olímpico” and the “Mercado de la Boqueria” (Boqueria Market), Gaudí’s over-elaborate figures, La Rambla’s joy and the Catalans’ passion for Barcelona Football Club, join forces to make this magical city come alive while moving to the beat of new trends, culture and art. And this is exactly what it is like living in Barcelona. Palau Nacional - National Art Museum, in the way to Montjuic Gardens

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the Polo Four Nations In an exclusive interview, Lando Simonetti, owner of the Polo Management Group and La Martina, explains in detail the clash between La Martina and FIP. He also announces the creation of the Polo Four Nations. W HAT EXACTLY IS THE POLO MANAGEMENT GROUP? Polo Management Group (PMG) is a company that has been in the business of promoting polo worldwide for over 14 years. It is the only company in the world dedicated exclusively to the promotion of

polo. Since founding La Martina, I have worked exhaustively in the United States, Argentina and Europe promoting the sport of polo by organizing tournaments and participating in and helping to organize polo events. Currently, PMG manages more than 120 events per year

Corner in Palacio de Hierro, Perisur, Mexico DF opened in May 2007

worldwide, 30% of which are organized exclusively by us. In some cases we are only the official supplier of polo shirts for the event. PMG is a company that renders services. It does not sell or buy anything. It only provides polo services. YOU ORGANIZED A POLO MOSCOW, ISN’T THAT RIGHT?

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when I was approached by someone who wanted to bring polo to Moscow, no easy task. However, PMG was a natural place for him to go because the company has brought polo back to countries, in Eastern Europe for example, that lost the tradition for different reasons, and to new countries interested in developing the sport. We met twice in Milan, where he explained his objectives. I agreed in principle with him, shared his goals and therefore developed a plan to bring polo back to Russia. I invited polo celebrities, including Alberto Pedro Heguy, Taio Novillo Astrada, Salvatore Ferragamo, Ricardo Mansur, Jibroh from Japour and Carlos Gracida among others. Alejandro Battro was brought in to prepare the throughout the polo world. It was the first polo game played in Moscow since the time of the Czars. TELL ME A LITTLE MORE ABOUT THIS FOUR NATIONS IDEA. POLO WAS IN NEED OF A HIGH LEVEL EVENT? Definitely. It will be a 26-goal event that includes countries renowned for their strong polo culture such as England, Brazil, United States and Argentina. Chile is emerging in this category; they play very good polo. Originally, the event was designed by PMG to be carried out in conjunction with FIP and the World Cups. 138


While traveling around the world as PMG, I realized that there are many important cities in search of mega sporting events to provide a certain distinction and luster. We all know about Dubai commitment to create big events. If you go there and offer a galactic mega polo tournament, the city will listen and provide the resources necessary to make it happen. Certain cities, such as Shanghai or Moscow, need such an event more than Rome or Paris. We wanted to create a series of mega social and polo events for such key cities. W HAT HAPPENED WITH FIP? I went to the Beaufort Polo Club in England, and spoke with Simon Tomlinson about organizing the next World Cup in England. I believe that England deserves a Polo World Championship and a Polo World Championship in England, organized by Simon at the Beaufort, would lend the glamour and professionalism necessary for the sport. Everything would be done properly. PMG guaranteed the financial and commercial elements, sponsoring, celebrities’ invitations, television coverage and promotions; things we have done for other events. After this, there was a short circuit and understanding with FIP’s current president, Patrick Guerrand Hermes. As a result, I decided to terminate

Corner in Palacio de Hierro, Santa Fe, Mexico DF opened in May 2007

the polo community or network nobody knows about the World Cup unless La Martina announces it via international sophisticated and general publicity. Under the previous FIP management, that is to say, the Glen Holden administration, there was a rational and business attitude about organizing such

THE FOUR NATIONS WILL BE A 26-GOAL EVENT THAT INCLUDES COUNTRIES RENOWNED FOR THEIR STRONG POLO CULTURE SUCH AS ENGLAND, BRAZIL, UNITED STATES AND ARGENTINA. CHILE IS EMERGING IN THIS CATEGORY; THEY PLAY VERY GOOD POLO. immediately our association with FIP, an organization we supported for over 13 years. We were strategic partners with FIP, in fact, FIP’s only strategic partner. La Martina helped promote the FIP activities as official supplier of merchandising including the F.I.P logo in a premium clothing distribution network in more than 15 countries along with visible graphics of the tournaments synergizing the F.I.P and La Martina’s logo. To give you an example very recent, La Martina announced Polo World Championship in Mexico, generating publicity and interest. It is the La Martina worldwide promotion of the World Cup that generates interest in such events most of the time. Outside

large events. Consequently, Polo World Championships were very successful, took place according to schedule and honored contractual agreements to sustain a serious promotional and commercial platform. Take a look at what is happening now World Championship was scheduled to take place in Mexico in September, 2007. Later, it was moved to November, later to January... and, finally, to April, 2008. Imagine a Football World Cup being postponed one month! It would be television, sponsoring and merchandising contracts are signed years before the final World Cup final actually takes place. A World Cup should not be postponed. In this case, the FIP president’s acceptance 139

of postponements were, in my opinion, absurd commercial decisions, ignorant of the serious financial harm caused when the World Cup did not take place as planned or advertised. In September 2007, when the World Cup was scheduled originally to be played, La Martina launched the Polo World Championship in Mexico with El Palacio de Hierro, the most important department store in Mexico, about 8 months prior to the event that would have taken place in September. And, of course, when the event did not happen as planned, it affected negatively not only our reputation and credibility, but there was also a serious commercial backlash. BESIDES, ARGENTINA IS NOT PLAYING…

Exactly! Incredibly, this time FIP did not know how to negotiate with Argentina. It’s not that Argentina did reason of this is the lack of responsibility of the organization. For the first time in Polo World Championship history Argentina did not present a team at the tournament! We have been just informed that the Polo World Champioship was played till semifinals in 5 chukkers, instead of 6, because in the selection of the horses, there were some non apt.


Display for Window Shop (display used in more than 300 shops in Europe)

Advertising Campaign in magazines in Europe

Lando Simonetti, owner of the Polo Management Group and La Martina

proved highly detrimental to the reputation and finance of our company. But that wasn’t all, to give another example, our contract was due to expire in December, 2007, that is to say, after the Polo World Championship which had been originally scheduled for September, 2007. Such long term contracts require promoters to work years in advance, investing money for preliminary matches, promoting the event, with the World Cup as the big finale. Suddenly, when the Polo World Championship was rescheduled for April 2008 the F.I.P’s president demanded an additional large lump sum payment for the World Cup final! But over the last three years,

I had already paid the agreed expenses promoting the event and manufacturing the merchandise!!! In response, I was told, “Well, then we will get someone

the last three years, was not tolerated by La Martina. Consequently, I decided to withdraw our entire logistical, corporate and, obviously, economic support until new management takes over at FIP. irrational approach to business contracts has created an opportunity for PMG in the launching of the Four Nations.

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cooperation, sponsors and television. Can you imagine an event like when FIP does not respect the contract?


AND THIS IS HOW THE FOUR NATIONS

the international polo community. Cities seeking mega events have already sought

FIP involved three World Cups every three years, the first of which was going to take place at the Beaufort as I mentioned before. In fact, we had already reached a preliminary agreement with the Beaufort and two other important cities. Now, as a result of the break with FIP, PMG will bring the Four Nations to those cities

news must be spread and that is where

to hold four events, one every two years.

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IDEA OF ORGANIZING A 26-GOAL FOURNATION TOURNAMENT? Organizing a 26-goal polo tournament is highly competitive, particularly if the teams bring their own horses. Each player will bring his own organization. We are having preliminary talks about the rules of the game, if a handicap limit will be established, which I believe there won’t be. Television will also form part of this event. PMG is the first link to

is yet a lot to talk about and, to listen the tournament will take place are all different and require predictable, reliable working relationships with PMG. W HERE

HAVE YOU HAD DISCUSSIONS

I have been to Qatar, Dubai and Moscow. We have had discussions in nothing less than volcanic, and we are a project and the cities want it up and running by next year. W HAT

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the four or six teams playing the Palermo is an amazing project with La Martina as the official supplier offering its full support. We are going all out with these two projects, helping the Palermo Open players and teams: the one and only true Nations will now be added. PMG is highly enthusiastic because these five star events will surely open many others doors, generate a lot of activity and much curiosity. Of course, it will also help to promote La Martina. this opportunity slip away. Luckily, we have economic resources as well as the necessary experience and expertise. It will be spectacular.

EXPECTATIONS

ABOUT WHAT IS YET TO COME?

Besides Palermo, which is played in Argentina, we are heavily involved in a project involving the Argentinean polo Corner in Palacio de Hierro, Polanco, Mexico DF opened in May 2007

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POLO WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP

8th World Polo Championship FIP, MĂŠxico 2008

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he perfect historical venue for a glamorous and competitive Federation of International Polo World Championship anywhere in the world is certainly Campo Marte, the Mexican Military grounds in the center

setting of the Opening Game, England vs. Mexico, the two semi-finals, and finals. Polo Federation President Rogelio Igartua, Guillermo Steta, Minister of Sport

Big Mexico flag at the Mexican Military grounds in Campo Marte, Mexico City

General Guillermo GalvĂĄn, Teniente Coronel Alonso Perez Gonzalez, and the members of the army the grounds had been pampered and preserved which event would not have been possible if not for the support of Mr Alberto Bailleres, President of El Palacio de Hierro. Quite naturally whenever the Mexican Team appeared the enthusiasm and the cheers of the crowd could be heard from far away especially when Carlitos Gracida, the handsome 16 year old son of 10-Goaler Carlos Gracida, was heading towards the scoring goal. Of course all of the polo lovers and the Gracida family was in attendance including mothers, grandmothers, and cousins to cheer on the Coach Roberto Gonzalez Gracida and Julio Gracida one of the best players of the tournament. When there is polo in Campo Marte all of the International families of the capital are present including FIP Ambassadors Alfredo Solorzano, Jesus Solorzano, and Luis Olazabal. President, Antonio Jauregui began preparing the fields for the event over one year ago to ensure that the fields where at their best even cancelling previous tournaments to have everything in the best condition for this magnificent event. a show of the unique and beautiful Mexican culture and choreographed by the talented national singer Senora Olga Carlota Martinez del Rio and her husband Luis Pablo Martinez del Rio. Many Government Representatives and Officials where present to show their support and welcome the players. family members from all over the world but the biggest support came from over

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45 New Zealand family members who traveled around the world to watch their home team. To welcome the international crowd and celebrate the event several of the Embassies organized beautiful social events including the British Ambassador and Mrs. Giles Paxman, the Canadian Ambassador and Mrs. Guillermo E. Rishchynski, the Chilean Ambassador and Mrs. German Guerrero, Mrs. Martha Cristiana and Mr. and Mrs. Committee organized a beautiful closing gala at the historical building of the Club de Banqueros where everyone celebrated with the Chilean Team the new World Champions.

Teams Positions Place: Mexico DF Club: Campo Deportivo Militar Marte, Tecamac Date: April 24 - May 4, 2008 Level: 14 hcp Tournament type: Handicap 2008 Champion: Chile Polo Team Above: Chile Polo Team Winner Polo World Championship 2008 - Below: Brazil vs England

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BOOK REVIEW

Influential Clubs by John Leicester, Editor, “Great Polo Clubs of the World”

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ver the last 150 years, the sport of polo has grown by leaps and bounds thanks to legendary players, patrons and eye-catching tournaments. However, it is the strength of an increasing number of polo clubs that has provided the influential base to enable the sport of expand so much. Launched in June 2008, a new coffee table book “Great Polo Clubs of the World” features vignettes in words and photographs of 63 polo clubs around the world, selected by author Roger

Chatterton-Newman for the influence they have had – and continue to have – on the development of the “galloping game”. the newest, beginning with Calcutta Polo Club where the modern game had its formative beginnings, enticing British military officers into playing this dynamic game. Before long, groups of officers were challenging each other to polo matches, taking this addictive sport with them when they returned to

the British Isles, transitting Malta, and in the process helping to establish some of the oldest clubs in Europe – Malta, Beaufort and All Ireland polo clubs. From there the game spread out to the British Commonwealth – Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, Malaysia, Nigeria and Kenya, all homes to clubs with long histories – and into Continental Europe, France and Germany in particular. Even South America felt the British influence: Lima Polo Club in Peru was founded by George Lockett, one of a famed polo dynasty from Liverpool, while Irish settlers and their offspring (such as the first 10-goal star Juan ( Johnnie) Traill and Roberto Cavanagh) were pre-eminent in the great early teams in Argentina. Chatterton-Newman, a former editor of PQ International and noted polo historian, brings the clubs to life through fascinating, brief histories that highlight how much influence each club has had on the development of polo in their respective countries. Not all the clubs listed have great history at their fingertips. Pioneering clubs in China (Nine Dragons Hill), Mongolia (Genghis Khan), Sweden (Stockholm) and Russia (Moscow) have only recently sprung up, showing the spread of polo in hitherto virgin regions and auguring well for the sport’s future development. However, all the clubs have one thing in common – they were founded by dedicated patrons, whose enthusiasm for the sport ensured the establishment of clubs, which in turn provided a setting for players to hone their skills and tournaments to raise the competitive edge. Two such patrons are responsible for bringing this wonderful book to and Nunthinee Tanner were so enthused about playing polo that they built their resort of Pattaya to bring back to life the game that had remained dormant in

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club in its lush tropical setting is featured on the book’s cover, with young professional Matt Evett playing on front hosted teams from Royal Selangor, Royal Pahang, Singapore, Nusantara (Indonesia) and Hamburger in competitive tournaments, with Royal Barcelona likely to be present in the coming season’s tournaments. Nor has Link’s andTanner’s enthusiasm dimmed. At the end of 2007, they added a grade 1 eventing course within the club’s massive grounds, created by noted Australian designer Wayne Copping, to stage the eventing competition for the Southeast Asian Games and to host future events. And in October 2008 will open the first Rege Ludwig Polo School in Asia at the club, with the great man offering personal training from October to December to help raise polo standards in Asia. To give something back to the sport they loved so much, Link and Tanner conceived the idea of a book that focuses on great polo clubs instead of players and tournaments, something that will demonstrate how far their beloved game has spread. Roger Chatterton-Newman was commissioned to write the text. However, getting photographs from the clubs proved a time-consuming – and at times, seemingly impossible – task. It is difficult to believe how such a book could be achieved without the benefits of Internet and email. For instance, how could you get photos from Genghis Khan Polo & Riding Club, located a 7-hour

drive into the Mongolian plains from the main city of Ulan Bator? Fortunately, Internet provided a connection and a link to Kathmandu, from where photos began to arrive. One by one, the clubs fell in line, with someone – club official or professional photographer – holding up their disappointments along the way. Irish photographer Bunny Parsons gave the editorial team palpitations at the last minute when he announced the demise of the Herbertstown club, only to become saviour in the next breath by pointing to Bunclody as the new driving force in Irish polo – and providing photos as well. Unfortunately, Internet proved a hindrance in attempting to contact Lima Polo Club. All emails and websites met with failure. It took a letter to the club 145

to gain a response and Ezio Piaggio, a former club president, saved the day with information and photos of this renowned old club. Finally the design of the book was completed in March 2008, consisting of 176 pages in coffee table format, with two pages devoted to each of the 63 clubs featuring both text and photos, an historical introduction from the author and a foreword from His Royal Highness the Sultan of Pahang, Patron of the Royal Malaysian Polo Association. Copies of the book can be obtained from of US$ 50 plus postage. Further information and purchases can be made through Santiago Club. Email: santithaipolo@yahoo.com


OFF THE FIELD

Terry Hanlon, The Voice of Polo

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ome sports are forever associated with the signature voice of a single commentator. Murray Walker is as interchangeable with motor racing as Peter Aliss is with the greens of St Andrews, and Richie Benaud with a Test Match at Lords. Just as inimitable is the vocal dexterity that every summer booms out across the green baize of Cowdray Park, home of English polo, as it has for 30 years. It’s a frisky brew: perception, wit and knowledge. Terry Hanlon’s the name and Terry Hanlon’s the Voice of Polo. Other commentators sound pedestrian after Hanlon who, in six chukkas, zooms up through the octaves, and breaks out into raptures of capital letters. ”LOOK AT THAT! LOOK AT THAT ARGENTINIAN DYNAMITE!” he squeals through the loud speakers from his box high in the main stand as polo’s hottest star, Adolfo Cambiaso, hanging half out of his saddle at full gallop, catches the ball mid-air, juggles it on the end of his mallet and unleashes it 40 yards straight through the goal. ”Cambiaso is Cassius Clay,” Hanlon chimes.”WATCH HIM GO! You only get one of those along every 50 years. Cambiaso is polo’s answer to the Greatest. He looks so good HE MAKES ME SOUND GOOD.” Cowdray, where he is senior commentator, or the Cartier International at Windsor and the charity matches he does for Prince Charles and others which raise many hundreds of thousands. Away from the mike Hanlon, an imposing, silverhaired six-footer with a close-cropped beard and a white-hot enthusiasm for all things polo, has played the game with the world’s best. He has taught hundreds to play this most derring-do sport, including the Marquis of Milford Haven, Genesis musician Mike Rutherford, Body Shop founder Gordon Roddick and TV actor Trevor Eve. Even though he has played chukkas with the heir to the throne there is something in the Hanlon accent that

Terry Hanlon with Cowdray Park Polo Club PR Liz Higgins

says Terry’s journey to the velvet lawns began a million miles from what many perceive to be the moneyed exclusivity of polo. “How did you know?” he winks. “When I first came to Cowdray people kept saying to me: ‘So how is it Down Under?’” In fact, Terry is a working-class boy from Mitcham, Surrey but “as I said to Sarah Ferguson at her father Ronnie’s funeral, ‘your dad went to the best school in England and I went to the worst, yet we were both mates.’ In polo it doesn’t matter.” destined to join the police, Terry Hanlon got to love working with horses as a boy was the rich side of the family. I was the poor relation. I’d tack up a horse and go haymaking and milk the cows before could rest easy because Terry ended up used to send me all the rough Surrey market boys because I could speak their language and the quickest way to knock the hard edges off somebody is to put 146

them on a horse”. As well as being a good rider, Terry also had a natural eye for a ball. He played tennis to county standard and umpired at Wimbledon, even though he only took up the game Runnymede one day he saw a sign to a polo match. “Prince Phillip was the umpire and as I watched it, I thought ‘I’ve got to play that’. Now I don’t go to church, but I believe that there are forces working and I do not understand them. As I was walking along the pony lines this voice said to me: ‘HANLON, YOU’RE GOING TO PLAY POLO,’ and I remember looking up at the skies and saying, ‘don’t talk silly, for Christ’s sake, early 30s, “one of the customers who had a horse in livery at this yard where I was working said he was off to have a polo lesson at Liphook, in Hampshire, did I want to come along? As soon as I got on this polo pony and hit the ball my brain turned somersaults. I couldn’t believe how wonderful it was. I don’t know what it is about hitting that ball. Whenever


people do it for the first time, it changes them. It’s like a drug. IT SHOULD BE MADE ILLEGAL.” Hanlon soon learned something else about this incredibly expensive sport where good ponies cost around £40,000 and each top player needs around 10 per match. You didn’t need money to play. “If you have some talent and the dedication to practise, people would ask you to play. If you have no talent then you’ve got to have a lot of money to fund your own team as a patron.” Instantly hooked, Hanlon was driving down from London most days to spend 15 minutes learning stroke play on the wooden horse under the tutelage of one of Britain’s best-ever players, Howard Hopwood, who reached a handicap of nine. “Like his brother, he should have been a 10, no question,” says Terry, who likes to pepper his commentaries with unequivocal statements. “Howard Hipwood, one of the best strikers of a polo ball the world has ever seen,” Terry says. “If it hadn’t been for him I would never have learned the basics.” Five years later Terry was playing medium-goal polo alongside the nine-goal captain of England, Julian

Hipwood, plus the captains of America and New Zealand, and going on to win top trophies at Cowdray and Windsor. Some feat for somebody who had taken up the game so late. Terry’s laconic wit and relish for sending himself up masks a singular man whose modus operandi is: “Always do the next thing next.” By now, Terry was becoming part of the Cowdray scene and teaching others to play the sport and making ponies for the polo-playing friends would turn up at the livery yard and polo field he built opposite the Cowdray’s Ambersham grounds for Saturday and Sunday chukkas as they still do to this day. commentator didn’t turn up and Terry was summoned to the polo office. ”’You’ve always got enough to say for yourself,’ the legendary Colonel Harper told him. ‘Get up there and say it.’ It was like a duck being thrown on the water. I loved it, the audience loved it and fortunately Lord Cowdray loved it.” It was the late John Cowdray who put English polo back on the map after the says, “but John Cowdray would sit beside

me, advising me on all the technicalities. Even though he lost his left arm at Dunkirk he carried on playing and lot of guts. A great Englishman. He was my best friend in polo and without him I wouldn’t be where I am today. When I was invited to his private family funeral it meant so much to me.” Now Hanlon commentates on most of the high goal games at Cowdray, about 40 a year. It is a punishing schedule when the Gold Cup is in full swing. When the present Lord Cowdray broached the subject of paying him, Hanlon refused. “I am happy to do it for nothing in honour of your father who gave me the chance to do what I love doing.” Terry Hanlon doesn’t use notes—he knows the game too well to have to rely on a team of researchers the way soccer commentators do—and he doesn’t bother too much about explaining all the rules of the game, not just because it is so fast but also because he has to pitch every commentary just right, trying to please those regulars who know their polo and the increasing thousands who attend Gold Cup semi finals and finals who have never seen the sport before. Terry with Sir Charles Williams

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that play around. Argentine grooms are interaction there without a shadow of a there may be some players not looking forward to my autobiography!” Has Hanlon ever been tempted to switch his talents to TV? “Given the size of the playing area polo is technically difficult and expensive to film,” he says. “It doesn’t help that most TV people don’t know what they are looking at.” Terry did have a go once, memorably. It was Gold Cup Final day and he had been asked to do a video commentary alongside his

Terry Hanlon together with Chris Bethell organizing the final day of the Gold Cup 2007

of the ball is all important, and why certain plays result in fouls, but they don’t need to know that the field of play is 300 yards long by 160 yards wide or who bred the ponies. “I like to convey the excitement and fantastic talent that is being displayed in high-goal polo; it is some of the best in the world. It’s not my role to keep saying that the umpire has got it wrong as commentators do in some other sports. Umpires have their job, I have mine, which is to explain what high goal players are trying to do.” Some of the most challenging matches to commentate on are those where nothing is happening. In this year’s Veuve Clicquot Gold Cup Final between Victor Vargas’s Lechuza Caracas and Alfio Marchini’s dashing Queens’ Cup winners Loro Piana, there were so many injury stoppages the match, played on sodden ground, ended up lasting three hours. One stoppage alone lasted 35 minutes, with Hanlon calling for substitutes from players in the crowd, before the game could continue. It was a sponsor’s nightmare but somehow the commentator helped save the day by filling in the spaces. “It was not ideal,” Hanlon says, “but not one of those 15,000 spectators headed for the car park.” In a long career Terry Hanlon has had many unforgettable moments and met a vast array of people. “Once I was doing the Cartier International and there was this guy listening and looking up at me who suddenly raised both thumbs in my direction. It was only then that I realised it was Richard Gere.” Even more special

most outstanding brain, Kerry was a lovely thinking man,” Hanlon says. “He brought the best players in and the top horses and made it possible for humble people like ourselves to see the best polo in the world without having to get on an aeroplane and go to Argentina. When Kerry won the British Open he had 200 ponies here, and he got to play alongside the likes of Gonzalo Pieres, Carlos Gracida, Cambiaso and the rest. “It beats me why Abramovich (who bought Packer’s £12 million Fyning Hill estate at Rogate near Midhurst) doesn’t put his money into polo instead of soccer,” Hanlon adds. “In spite of his billions he’s never going to get the chance to turn out for Chelsea, is he?” And there’s no doubting who could teach him to ride alongside polo’s best. “If he came to me I’d have him playing in six months. I don’t care if he’s afraid of horses, I’ll take that away from him,” Hanlon says. “A polo horse is a machine, incredibly versatile, and yet so safe you could have your wife sitting on the back in a long crinoline dress. If I put you on one within a week you’d be saying ‘this is fantastic, I love it, I WANT TO PLAY’.” Increasingly some people just want to watch, especially the ‘stick chicks’, who follow every flex of those tight white breeches. So are polo players really as versatile under a duvet as they are in the saddle? “Jilly Cooper invented a lot of that,” says Terry, “but not all, that’s making a living and anyway the wives are at all the matches. It’s the grooms 148

by Tramontana, whose patron was Greek shipping magnate Anthony Embiricos. At the trophy ceremony Terry adopted his best solemn tones. “’Ladies and Gentlemen, we are very honoured to have here this afternoon the King of the Hellenes, King Constantine of Greece, and his fellow countryman Anthony Embiricos is coming forward now to collect the cup from his own King. What an honour.’ I had switched off my mike, but I’d left the video one on. So as he collected the cup I was heard saying on film and IN MY NORMAL VOICE: ‘you’d think he’d have gone down on his knees for his own f***ing King. Copies of that tape were like gold dust. Prince Charles watched it every night for six months!” has been in demand from around the world. Sir Charles ‘Cow’ Williams invited him several times to commentate in Barbados where he is building his own Apes Hill Club; Carlos Gracida invited him to do matches in the States and he has had invitations from Australia. He has turned all requests down. Terry Hanlon is terrified of flying. But he is out to conquer it and the Spanish language to achieve one lifelong ambition: to commentate on me, ‘We have the best ponies, the best players, the best grounds, but we have no Terry’.” Polo has been good to Terry Hanlon and he has brought a thrilling sport to a wider public. “I am honoured to do the commentary and I am indebted to Lord Cowdray. I hope to pay that back to him by commentating as long as I can for the interests of English polo and Cowdray Park.”


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