February 23, 2021

Asia, Polo News

Pivotal Win for Ghantoot Polo and Bangash Polo Teams at the IFZA Gold Cup 2021 Qualifiers

23. February 2021

– Ghantoot Polo secures a spot at the Semifinals
– Bangash Polo and Habtoor Polo teams advance to the Quarterfinals

22 February 2021, Dubai, UAE: The Dubai Open 2021 is slowly whittling the line up for the quarterfinal and semifinals. The fifth day featured two matches with the first one between Ghantoot Polo and IFZA-Mahra Polo teams.

The game was one-sided in the first half as Ghantoot Polo commanded a 6-goal lead. IFZA-Mahra Polo however managed to narrow the gap in scores by the penultimate chukker. The final minutes of the game saw Isidro Strada and Jacinto Amadori attempt to level the game but, the significant goal lead of Ghantoot Polo was enough to seal the win at 12 goals to 10.

Match Progression: 4 – 0 | 6 – 0 | 9 – 3 | 11 – 7 | 12 – 10
Top Scorer: Pablo Llorente, 7 goals

Each carrying a victory under its belt, Habtoor Polo and Bangash Polo teams delivered an exciting game for the spectators at Al Habtoor Polo Resort and Club. Federico von Potobsky claimed the first goal with an open backhand shot and Benjamin Panelo ended the chukker at 2 goals for Bangash Polo. Facundo Sola closed the gap in scores during the second with two goals but an excellent defensive play by Haider Bangash led to another goal

from Potobsky, keeping Bangash Polo on the lead. Habtoor Polo managed to steal the lead during the third chukker that surpassed by strong defense from Bangash during the penultimate chukker.

The final chukker was a race for the Habtoor Polo team to close in on its opponent and incurred several penalties in the process. Felix Esain delivered a critical goal for Habtoor Polo from 100 yards, that was matched by 2 goals from Benja that closed the game with a win for Bangash at 9 goals to 6.

Match Progression: 2 – 0 | 3 – 2 | 3 – 4 | 7 – 5 | 9 – 6
Top Scorer: Benjamin Panelo, 5 goals

The IFZA Gold Cup 2021 will continue on the 23rd of February on Field 3:
14:00 IFZA – Zedan Polo vs. Abu Dhabi Polo
16:00 UAE Polo vs. Dubai Wolves by CAFU

Images: © Khalil Ali / ShineTV

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– Ghantoot Polo secures a spot at the Semifinals – Bangash Polo and Habtoor Polo teams advance to the Quarterfinals 22 February 2021, Dubai, UAE: The Dubai Open 2021…

Art & Design, Fashion, Lifestyle, Polo News

RICHARD MILLE launches multi-year partnership with FERRARI

23. February 2021

Richard Mille is delighted to announce its new partnership with one of the world’s most iconic brands – Ferrari. Founded in 1947 by the legendary Enzo Ferrari, the company has always been ahead of the field, driving towards excellence both on and off the track.

This meeting of minds is based on shared values. Both brands forge their inspiration in the white heat of technology, combining age-old know-how with cutting-edge, state of the art innovation and passion leads to true world-beating excellence in their respective fields. This multi-year partnership extends from the pinnacle of motor racing in Formula 1 through WEC endurance programs, Competizioni GT, Ferrari Challenge, Ferrari Driver Academy to the fast-developing Esports category.

The meeting of minds does not end there. Richard Mille will also back not only Ferrari’s Driver Academy, a breeding ground for up-and-coming talent but will also be an active supporter of the Ferrari Challenge series. Since 1993 this renowned single-model motorsport championship has brought together thousands of gentleman drivers competing throughout the globe.

Historically many Ferraris combine the latest period technology whilst being true works of art and these attributes are often synonymous with our watches, symbols of modernity, performance and technical prowess achievements. The next few years will see the development of a specific range of watches through the close collaboration of our dedicated team in Switzerland and Ferrari’s design department. There are multiple inspirations between both brands to create and produce together stunning timepieces combining technicity and aesthetics of the highest order, all driven by a mutual engagement of a very strong partnership.

Richard Mille couldn’t be more enthusiastic about this partnership with Ferrari:

“Everyone knows Ferrari is an iconic brand with an incredible history, and a true following from the legendary ‘tifosi’ right through to multiple collectors of classic cars. We see this as a true partnership with multiple developments at its heart of our watches with Ferrari’s designers and engineers. The whole team is thrilled about the collaboration with Ferrari and committed to creating a strong and passionate partnership.’’

Mattia Binotto, Managing Director and Team Principal Scuderia Ferrari:

“I am very pleased about this new multi-year partnership. Ferrari and Richard Mille share many common values, from technology to use of similar materials, as well as the passion we put into coming up with and designing our products. Both brands bear the name of their founder and represent their dreams and visions. The partnership will have a wide reach and I am particularly pleased that it also extends to the Ferrari Driver Academy. Richard Mille is a great racing fan and shares our commitment to bringing along talented youngsters and to attract young people to motorsport.”

Richard Mille is delighted to announce its new partnership with one of the world’s most iconic brands – Ferrari. Founded in 1947 by the legendary Enzo Ferrari, the company has…

North America, Polo News

Richard Mille Takes Down Hawaii Polo Life to Capture All-Star Challenge Title

23. February 2021

By: Rebecca Baldridge
Photos by: ChukkerTV

WELLINGTON, FL, February 21, 2021— Richard Mille bested Hawaii Polo Life by 13-8 to win the All-Star Challenge.

Richard Mille (Marc Ganzi, Jeta Castagnola, Pablo MacDonough, and Paco de Narvaez) took on Hawaii Polo Life (Chris Dawson, Jejo Taranco, Poroto Cambiaso, and Adolfo Cambiaso) in the final match of the All-Star Challenge yesterday on Grand Champions Field Two. Both Richard Mille and Hawaii Polo Life were 26-goal teams.

Hawaii Polo Life seized control of play at the start, with Poroto Cambiaso taking the ball from the bowl-in and running it to goal. An illegal rideoff gave Hawaii Polo Life a Penalty 5a from the spot, and Adolfo Cambiaso sent the ball downfield. A broken play left the ball loose and Adolfo swooped in to turn it and score. With 1:42 remaining, Pablo MacDonough capitalized on horsepower to make a run for the posts and put the first goal of the day on the board for Richard Mille.

Poroto started the second chukker as he did the first, quickly gaining control of the ball, feinting to the left of the field to lose his man, and turning toward the goal. However, Richard Mille dominated the play and Jeta Castagnola found the uprights twice, tying the score at 3-all with 28 seconds remaining in the chukker. It was a fierce defensive battle, with both teams using all four players well.

At the beginning of the third chukker, Poroto Cambiaso seized control of the ball from the throw-in yet again and broke out in front, hotly pursued by Paco de Narvaez. Unable to take a full swing, Cambiaso resorted to a nearside neck shot to put the ball through. Richard Mille was unable to get past Hawaii Polo Life’s defense to score, while Poroto found the posts with 43 seconds remaining to end the half with Hawaii Polo Life in the lead by 5-3.

Trouble started for Hawaii Polo Life in the fourth chukker when they challenged the umpire’s call on a right of way violation. The lost the challenge and incurred a technical foul for unsportsmanlike conduct, allowing Jeta Castagnola and Marc Ganzi to score on penalty shots. Richard Mille converted four penalty shots during the chukker, while Jejo Taranco scored one goal for Hawaii Polo Life. The chukker ended with Richard Mille leading 7-6. Hawaii Polo Life needed to seize the initiative in the vital fifth chukker, but Richard Mille dominated play from the start. Jeta Castagnola got out in front by a good four lengths to put the ball through for Richard Mille.

Pablo MacDonough roared to life, scoring three goals from the field. Another conduct violation gave Marc Ganzi the opportunity to convert a Penalty 2 and the chukker ended with Richard Mille leading by 12-6. MacDonough opened the final chukker by scoring in the first 30 seconds, putting his team ahead by 13-6. Hawaii Polo Life fought to the end, and with 2:40 remaining, Jejo Taranco found the posts. With 48 seconds left to play, Chris Dawson made a breakwaway downfield to score the final goal of the match. Richard Mille carried the day, winning with a score of 13-8.

Pablo MacDonough, who was named MVP, said “We knew it would be a tough game against that team, but the fifth chukker was decisive.”

The Argentine Polo Association Best Playing Pony was La Dolfina Volaris, a 7-year-old mare played in the second chukker by Poroto Cambiaso. The World Polo League Best Playing Pony was Clavel, owned and played by Paco de Narvaez. The American Polo Horse Association Best Playing Pony was Irenita Rastrojera, played by Pablo MacDonough.

Founded by Grand Champions owners and president Melissa and Marc Ganzi, the World Polo League is the only 26-goal polo in the world outside of Argentina. The WPL was created to preserve the highest level of polo and its rich, hallowed tradition in the United States. The WPL, boasting 11 tournament-quality fields to play on, will follow the season opening All-Star Challenge with a number of top-level tournaments that will include: Founder’s Cup, Palm Beach Open, Triple Crown of Polo, and Beach Polo World Cup, Miami Beach April 21-25.

The World Polo League attracts the sport’s top players from every corner of the world, including: Australia, Chile, India, Mexico, New Zealand, Costa Rica, Argentina, Canada, Ecuador, Brazil, Switzerland, France, Germany, Uruguay, Venezuela, Azerbaijan, South Africa, Nigeria and the United Kingdom.

Grand Champions and Santa Rita Polo Farm is the largest and most unique polo facility in Wellington with 120 stalls in five self-contained barns, an exercise track, five climate controlled tack rooms, a vet room, staff quarters, a guest house and three polo fields with state-of-the-art underground irrigation including one field for stick-and-ball and plans to build more in the future.

World Polo League matches will continue to be closed to the public due to the COVID-19 pandemic. We closely adhere to Florida state and CDC guidelines, and take all measures possible to maintain a safe environment that will allow us to continue playing. We look very forward to the day we can welcome our fans back. In the interim, please visit www.worldpolo.org for more information. Matches can be viewed on www.chukkertv.com.

By: Rebecca Baldridge Photos by: ChukkerTV WELLINGTON, FL, February 21, 2021— Richard Mille bested Hawaii Polo Life by 13-8 to win the All-Star Challenge. Richard Mille (Marc Ganzi, Jeta Castagnola,…