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The electrifying polo experience in Dubai starts tomorrow

11. December 2018

The Tonino Lamborghini Residences Dubai Beach Polo Cup Dubai 2018, presented by Oriental Pearls, starts on Wednesday evening with the glamorous Player’s Presentation at the Desert Palm Polo Club.

Then, on Thursday 13^thand Friday 14^thDecember, the following two action packed polo days with thrilling matches guarantee excitement at the stunning purpose built polo arena at the Skydive Dubai. The brothers Tariq and Rashid Albwardy from the Desert Palm Polo Club return as the 2017 title defenders. This year, they will compete in different teams for the coveted trophy. Three consecutive years, Tariq Albwardy and his team made it to the very top of the podium. Next weekend, he will play for Team Hills Advertising L.L.C alongside Sam Instone from the UK, who is a very well known player in Dubai and the Argentinean Ramiro Cordero, new local instructor and professional 5-goaler at the Desert Palm Polo Club.

The captain of Team Tonino Lamborghini Residences Dubai, Rashid Albwardy, will of courseplay to win as well and to relegate his brother Tariq to second place. Together with Saoud Khoory (UAE), who starts in the Dubai Beach Polo Cup for the fourth time and Maxi Malacalza from Argentina, this young team has agreed to take on the big task to emerge victorious.

Also a well known face at the Beach Polo Cup in Dubai ist the UK based polo expert, player and commentator Jan-Erik Franck. He is already very much looking forward to the uniqie polo setting at the Dubai Marina: „Last year, tournament directors Gaby and Sam Katiela have once again raised the barr making the Beach Polo Cup Dubai 2017 an exceptional and amazing experience. The atmosphere in the stands and the action on the field was electrifying and enjoyed by everyone. We are excited to get the 2018 matches started.“

This year, the programm of the 2018 polo spectacle will be extended by a holiday market which offers a colourful choice of gifts, handcrafts and souvenirs. Gaby Katiela: „Tension is rising and we cannot wait to let the first bell start the polo action on Thurday evening under the arena’s floodlight. Many thanks to all our sponsors,partners and friends for supporting this event which we think is going to be a milestone in Dubai’s polo performance.“

The matches will be livestreamed on the Website
www.beachpolocup.com and www.poloplus10.com

The Tonino Lamborghini Residences Dubai Beach Polo Cup Dubai 2018, presented by Oriental Pearls, starts on Wednesday evening with the glamorous Player’s Presentation at the Desert Palm Polo Club. Then, on…

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The Beach Polo spectacle returns to the Dubai Marina

6. December 2018

A thrill of anticipation: The Tonino Lamborghini Residences Dubai Beach Polo Cup Dubai 2018, presented by Oriental Pearls, December 13th – 14th.

One of the most spectacular Polo Events in the world is coming up in Dubai on 13th and 14th December 2018. For more than a decade the Beach Polo Cup Dubai has been a part of the prestigious sporting events calendar in the region. Due to an immense transformation of the event and growth in the vibrant city of Dubai over time, tournament organisers Gaby and Sam Katiela have shifted the date to December last year. Now, the Beach Polo Cup in Dubai is constantly pushing the limits at the purpose built arena at Skydive Dubai.

Four polo teams featuring local as well as players from all over the world will compete for the Beach Polo Cup Trophy 2018. Fun thrilling and exciting polo matches capture the imagination of the enthusiastic audience and the elegant atmosphere in front of the stunning backdrop of Dubai’s skyscrapers creates a unique and unforgettable polo experience.

Last year’s winners Tariq and Rashid Albwardy from the Desert Palm Polo Club are competing against each other in different teams this year (Team Hills and the Title Sponsor Team Tonino Lamborghini Residences Dubai). The sons of Ali Albwardy have participated in the major polo tournament worldwide and are experienced and successful players since many years.

Team Lindt welcomes the first ever female player of the Beach Polo Cup Dubai, Dr. Sabine Schaffer from Austria. She plays together with Jan Bladen (Switzerland/England) and Argentinean Tomas Iriarte.
Team Altaaqa global is fearturing Faris Al Yabhouni, who is Emirati Owner & Patron of the Abu Dhabi Polo Team. He is this year’s “Newbie” to the Beach Polo Cup Dubai. Al Yabhouni is playing alongside his teammates Rashed Al Sayegh (UAE) and the 4-Goaler Santiago Gomez Romero from Argentina. “Santi” is returning to Dubai for the 7th year and will be a great tactical support for his team.

This year, the organisers surprise visitors and guests with a new idea. “We are delighted to announce the Beach Polo Cup Dubai will be hosting a Holiday Market for the first time. The market will offer fun and interesting trends, arts & crafts, jewelry, holiday gift ideas, toys, home decor, health & wellness products and of course anything related to horse and rider.” During the polo matches the half time shows will amaze the guests again as every year.

The Beach Polo Cup Dubai 2018 will once again be held under the Patronage of HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai Sports Council. Beach Polo was played in 2004 for the first time ever on the sands of Dubai. “Beach Polo in a way changes the perception of traditional Polo as it is more relaxed and accessible to a huge audience and as well younger people. Beach Polo offers a modern take on an old and privileged social experience.”

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Teams: Tonino Lamborghini Residences Dubai Beach Polo Cup Dubai 2018, presented by Oriental Pearls

A thrill of anticipation: The Tonino Lamborghini Residences Dubai Beach Polo Cup Dubai 2018, presented by Oriental Pearls, December 13th – 14th. One of the most spectacular Polo Events in the world…

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Cartier Tank wins at the Desert Palm Polo Club

12. February 2018

Cartier International Dubai Polo Challenge at the Desert Palm Polo Club: The Cartier Tank team dominated the league stages of the 13th edition of the Cartier International Dubai Polo Challenge, and continued that policy in the final. Played in front of an illustrious, VIP crowd, at Ali Albwardy’s Desert Palm Polo Club, Cartier Tank defeated the Cartier Panthere team 7-4, much to the delight of team patrons Clive Reid and Faris Al Yabhouni.

The winning team’s number three, Santiago Cernadas, playing in his first Cartier Dubai tournament, was equally delighted. Not only did he receive a Cartier Drive watch as a winners’ prize, but was also named La Martina’s Most Valuable Player. His pony Rosinia then received La Martina’s Best Playing Pony prize, a stunning saddle, which was co-presented by La Martina’s Emad Hussein. In their role as official kit suppliers, La Martina had also been responsible for ensuring the players looked their best throughout the tournament but creating some stand-out team shirts.

Earlier in the afternoon Amr Zedan’s Zedan team won the Desert Palm Trophy, defeating the home side, Desert Palm, 10-6, in another competitive final on the hotel ground.

With a packed Royal Box – HH Sheikh Mansour bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, HE Sheikha Lubna bint Khaled bin Sultan Al Qasimi and HRH Dr Mara bint Mishari bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Guillaume Alix of Cartier Middle East and Neil Hobday – plus an array of beautiful VVIP Cartier guests, this event remains a key fixture in the Dubai social calendar.

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Cartier International Dubai Polo Challenge at the Desert Palm Polo Club: The Cartier Tank team dominated the league stages of the 13th edition of the Cartier International Dubai Polo Challenge,…

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13th Cartier International Dubai Polo Challenge 2018

7. February 2018

The 13th Cartier International Dubai Polo Challenge at the Desert Palm Polo Club is looking forward to a thrilling final next Saturday, 10 February. The worldwide renowned tournament kicked off on Monday with four 8 goal teams. Cartier is presenting the tournament again as title sponsor at Al Albwardy’s Desert Palm Resort and Polo Club. La Martina will be supporting the Most Valuable Player and Best Playing Pony prizes.

After having elaborated and tried a couple of new rules during the 2017 Triple Crown in Argentina, the Argentine Association of Polo (AAP) proved that these rules are now going to be used across all levels of polo in Argentina. Argentina, England and the US worked together to align regulations for several years. In Dubai, where the Gold Cup Series is underway under the HPA ruling, the new rules are already being used. There will be the same new rules in the upcoming season in England.

New rule 1, Blocking Rule: The player hitting in can only be blocked by one person.

New rule 2, Throw-in/Out of boards: No more throw-ins when the ball goes out of the boards, instead a free hit for the team that hasn’t hit the ball out.

New rule 3, Helmet Regulations in England: The most fundamental change is the fact that everyone now has to wear a new safety helmet. In the upcoming season in England, all players have to possess one of the accredited helmets.

Teams 13th Cartier International Dubai Polo Challenge:

Cartier Panthère (Red):
Tiernan O’Rourke (-1), Sam Instone (0), Camilo Castagnola (4) & Martin Valent (5)
Cartier Tank (White):
Clive Reid (-1), Faris Al Yabhouni (0), Santiago Gomez Romero (3) & Santiago Cernandas (6)
Desert Palm (Grey):
Iñigo Zobel (0), Rashid Al Sayegh (0), Rashid Albwardy (2) & Bartolome Castagnola (6)
Zedan Polo Team (Blue):
Rashid Al Falahi (-1), Amr Zedan (0), Tomas Panelo (3) & Raul Laplacette (6)

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The 13th Cartier International Dubai Polo Challenge at the Desert Palm Polo Club is looking forward to a thrilling final next Saturday, 10 February. The worldwide renowned tournament kicked off…