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La Irenita – Polo Park Zürich Friendship Cup 2024

5. August 2024

A game of superlatives. The highest and happiest polo game ever was played Wednesday 24^th of July at Polo Park and Country Club Zürich in Switzerland.

Six high-goal players took a day off from their busy schedules to visit their friend Min Podestá at his home club. Min used to play in the kids‘ club as a junior player before his talents took him to higher levels.

Such a high level of polo had never been played in the country‘s history before. This friendship game was all about fun, and it certainly was that. During a short break in the high-goal polo season in England or France, these talented and focused athletes became like kids again, playing their favorite sport with friends without having to focus on winning, or training horses.

In the first chukka, Lukin Monteverde had to return to the pony line to ask for a new mallet, as his first one got broken due to a hook from Juan Cruz Gallegos. Bumpy field ? Let’s tap the ball in the air along its full length. Jacinto Crotto and Juan Jauretche were distributing the ball from the back, and the game was fast-paced and a true demonstration of skill.

All the amateur participants were deeply involved in the game, making passes, receiving the ball, and trying to score goals. La Irenita missed many opportunities and the final score was 5 to 4 in favor of Polo Park Zürich.

After the game, all the club members were invited to join the players and share their growing passion for the sport. The crackling fire added to the enchanting atmosphere as the players lay on the grass, chatting with their new friends.

Lifelong friends Min Podestá and Basti
Fernandez caught up about Basti‘s plans and recent developments in his life. In August 2017, Basti suffered an accident during a polo match at Legacy Polo Club, leaving him quadriplegic. As his stay in Switzerland was short, the insurance did not and will not cover all his future costs.

Despite this, Basti‘s love for polo and horses continues. He regularly visits the club, meets his hometown friends, and is part of the PPZ family. He sets a tremendous example of resilience with his winning soul.

If you would like to donate to his foundation, you can find all the information on the
website: www.bastifund.org

Teams

Polo Park Zürich (+21)
David Kalberer / Sébastien Le Page (0)
Armand Le Page / Markus Gräff (0)
Juan Cruz Gallegos (+5)
Jacinto Crotto (+8)
Martin Podestá Jr. (+8)

La Irenita Polo (+23)
Stefan Roth (0)
Morgan Van Overbroek (0)
Juan Jauretche (+7)
Lucas Monteverde (+8)
Facundo Fernandez Llorente (+8)

Text by Morgan Van Overborek
Photos by Kathrin Gralla

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Zürich International Polo Ladies Cup

11. July 2024

The weather was perfect for celebrating our 25th anniversary in style. Despite a high number of accidents earlier in the season, leading to fewer participants, we were able to have games both days with two teams in each section, and the competition was intense.

On Saturday morning, the weather was dry as we kicked off with the high goal game, where Ursi Bettio and Ann-Kathrin Brändle made their debut at this level. The local team Los Lobos dominated the game against Polo Club Zug, with players covering each other and Ann-Kathrin Brändle making some impressive plays. In the challenge league, Hato St. Moritz, led by the Strub sisters, established dominance early on and maintained their lead against the team captained by Janique Spillmann.

It rained the entire Saturday afternoon, part of Sunday night, and at sunrise, drops were still falling from the sky. We knew we would play. We all had faith. We knew the field could handle it and let us play the final games just as they should, with strength and power.

45 minutes before the first game, the rain stopped. We gave an extra 30 minutes for the field to absorb the rain, and the challenge league got on their saddles, ready for the final.

In a much more disputed game, team Aegerter Wines, featuring two ladies with just a few months of polo experience, heartfully defended its ground, pushing the ball forward. Unfortunately, they couldn’t score enough goals and had to concede to the better-organized team HATO St. Moritz. Polo is a complete sport, and some lessons are harsh – and this may be why the after polo party is even better!

Time for the women of the Super League to mount up and get onto the polo field. The party has already started at the clubhouse, with many friends and family coming to watch and cheer for their favorite players. The teams in red and blue are facing off, ready to compete. The game starts with the throw-in, which ends up in the mallet of Sammy-Joe Strub. Her horse knows exactly what to do, and Sammy-Joe flies to score the first goal of the game, leaving Los Lobos completely surprised. The red team regains their fighting spirit, and despite a slow and disorganized first chukka, they manage to score 2 more goals. Fast runs and beautiful backhanders from Lucie Venot in defense, along with Katja Grauwiler‘s quick movements, keep the game moving forward. In the second chukka, Ursi Bettio grabs the ball and runs for the goal, hitting a long and transversal shot that impresses even her opponents.

However, the score continues to tilt in favor of Los Lobos, with Polo Club Zug suffering a bit of bad luck. Katja Grauwiler and Ann-Kathrin Brändle score one after the other, sealing the victory for their team. It was ultimately the teamwork that led Los Lobos to their win – an impeccable job executed with mastery, everyone holding their position and playing strong, physically and mentally. Although Polo Club Zug lost, their game was swift and the horses performed excellently. Aline Haerry‘s mare Cheta, 7 years old, won the award for Best Playing Pony. While Anja Gutbrot scored the last goal of the game with an impossible angle.

After 3 years, the trophy has returned to the local team, allowing all players to celebrate together the 25th anniversary of empowering women in polo.

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Pictures by Nati Levi

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The new club magazine for the Polo Park Zürich

9. July 2024

POLO+10 special edition

Thrilling world-class polo, inspiring personalities and an unmistakable, vibrant lifestyle: these are just three of the many aspects that have closely linked POLO PARK ZÜRICH and POLO+10 for many years.

A connection that will continue to inspire polo fans in the future: “I am delighted that after twenty years of successful collaboration, we are continuing on our common path and are now publishing the new club magazine for POLO PARK ZÜRICH,” says POLO+10 publisher Thomas Wirth.

“POLO+10 stands for the highest quality and is the largest and widest-reaching polo magazine in the world. That’s why our club publication for POLO PARK ZÜRICH is in the best hands with Thomas and his team,” explains club president Sébastien Le Page.

You can look forward to exciting new stories from the world of polo – refined with the corresponding lifestyle and interviews. 132 pages full of polo passion and emotions, visions of the future and a deep love of horses.

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14. May 2024

A WORLD UNITED BY POLO

The new edition of POLO+10 is here, and we couldn’t be prouder. The captivating blend of tournaments, intriguing polo personalities, and lifestyle beckons you to once again immerse yourself in the fascinating world of polo.

Welcome to another fascinating issue of POLO+10 WORLD, in which we once again explore the world of polo in all its diversity and cultural richness.

At the centre of this issue is our in-depth conversation with Wolfgang Weiss, the founder of the Polo & Country Club Gut Seeburg. Weiss discusses his beginnings in polo in 1987 in Berlin-Frohnau, his passionate collection of polo documents and memorabilia covering over 100 years of German polo history, and the challenges and achievements he has experienced along the way. His story is not only a personal chronicle, but also reflects the development of polo in Germany.

Another highlight of this issue is the interview with the patron of the Standing Rock Polo Team, Philipp Mueller, who reveals his philosophy behind the success of the young and dynamic team. The balance of sporting discipline, dedication to quality, and familial team spirit makes Standing Rock a vibrant and most inspirational team on the international polo fields. The plans for the coming season and the efforts to promote fair play and community involvement are setting new standards in the sport of polo.

As always, Polo Park Zurich is an integral part of our coverage, whose continued support and commitment to the sport of polo are indispensable, not forgetting the global polo events that take us from the snowy fields of Aspen to the vibrant tournaments in Argentina.

We hope that this issue of POLO+10 WORLD will inspire you and give you deep insights into the world of polo, which is far more than a game — it is a way of life that connects people around the world.

Thomas Wirth, Founder and Publisher of POLO+10, extends a warm welcome to all readers.

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+++ Our partners United by a passion for polo – experience the strength and reach of our global network. +++ 25^th Zürich International Polo Ladies Cup Polo Park & Country Club Zurich is celebrating 25 years of Ladies Polo this season, making it the oldest Ladies Cup in the world. Since 2017, the club has implemented ladies‘ handicap in Switzerland, offering one of the largest ladies-only tournaments in Europe, providing polo games from 12 to 0 goals. All levels and ages are welcome to participate in the tournament. Since its start, the club has had the pleasure of welcoming players from over 35 countries, united in their love for the sport and driven by their competitive spirit. +++ Hope Arellano Hope Arellano honored for 10-Goal Handicap Achievement at National Polo Center this weekend. +++ Louisa‘s Place Hotel Berlin Louisa‘s Place combines the best of two worlds: the typical charm of Berlin‘s Golden Age with contemporary luxury and first-class service. +++ 4^th International Ladies Cup Polopark Berlin An international tournament of the highest caliber: Teams from five nations, accompanied by “the Voice of Polo” Jan Erik Franck, and a diverse program await the guests. +++ Gut Seeburg am Champagnerberg An interview with Wolfgang Weiss: Almost four decades of polo passion and the founding history of the Gut Seeburg Polo & Country Club. +++ Standing Rock Unity, Professionalism, and Tradition: The Winning Strategy of the Standing Rock Polo Team. +++ The Central European Polo Association POLO+10 is proud to have been an exclusive partner of the Central European Polo Association (CEPA) for a long time. +++ Open de France An unforgettable finale at the French Open: TTR Sotheby and Kazak triumph in a thrilling showdown, marking a new chapter in the history of the Open de France. +++ Cartier Queen‘s Cup Murus Sanctus and La Magdeleine faced off in the Cartier Queen‘s Cup final at the historic Queen‘s Ground. +++ St. Regis World Snow Polo Casablanca clinches inaugural 2023 St. Regis World Snow Polo Championship at Rio Grande Park in front of a sold-out crowd, with Nic Roldan scoring five goals and earning MVP honors. +++ The 130^th Argentine Open The 130^th Argentine Open 2023 took place at Palermo‘s iconic ‚cathedral‘. 2024 Polo Season: Key team changes and continuity after La Dolfina‘s defeat. +++ The Coronation Cup Day England Celebrates Double Polo Triumph at Guards Polo Club, Windsor: Decisive Wins in Whitbread Trophy and King‘s Coronation Cup Highlight a Day of Exceptional Skill and Teamwork. +++ Polo in AlUla Since 2019, Saudi Arabia has been issuing more tourist visas and has started to develop tourism which makes that area and its hidden ‘treasures’ more accessible to the world. +++ Polo Nations Cup The first Polo Nations Cup, launched by the Fédération française de polo and the Polo Club de Chantilly, was a real success. +++ DPV: IV. FIP Ladies Polo European Championship Hollywood’s good sport. POLO+10 interview with Tommy Lee Jones, polo enthusiast and Harvard alumni. +++ POLO Rules Quick reaction and a near-reflex assessment of situations are of the essence of tactical play and safety. The next two examples highlight the right, and the wrong reactions in a given situation. +++

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25th Zürich International Polo Ladies Cup

4. April 2024

Polo Park & Country Club Zurich is celebrating 25 years of Ladies Polo this season, making it the oldest Ladies Cup in the world. Since 2017, the club has implemented ladies‘ handicap in Switzerland, offering one of the largest ladies-only tournaments in Europe, providing polo games from 12 to 0 goals. All levels and ages are welcome to participate in the tournament. Since its start, the club has had the pleasure of welcoming players from over 35 countries, united in their love for the sport and driven by their competitive spirit.

It’s hard to believe that it has already been 25 years since Polo Park Zurich began organizing a dedicated tournament for women’s polo. Even before the rise of female-only competitions, the former owner, Markus Gräff, had the brilliant idea of creating a ladies-only tournament, as the club had always had women players.

Every year, the level of the game fluctuated depending on the number of guests, players, and locals participating. However, there was always a minimum of two teams and a maximum of eight.

In 2016, the tournament organization reached a milestone. Sébastien Le Page invited Sunny Hale to speak and support the players, but little did he know that this would take the tournament to the next level. It was a unique and precious occasion to spend three days with Sunny, who constantly coached the players and encouraged them. She pointed out their weaknesses and gave them advice on how to improve, as well as how to take advantage of their strengths.

Sunny’s vibrant lecture about her journey from starting at a lower level to being chosen by Adolfo Cambiaso and winning the US Open with him, was an unforgettable experience for all attending members.
Her speech inspired many and still resonates in the hearts of many today.

In 2017, Morgan Van Overbroek made a significant change by introducing two different levels for the Ladies Cup – a low goal accessible to all players and a medium goal with a level of 8 to 12 goals. This allowed the Ladies Cup to be included in the Women’s Polo Tour rankings, allowing higher-ranked players to earn more international points. This was also the first season where players could use their ladies’ handicaps to play. Switzerland was one of the pioneering countries in Europe to officially implement this change. On the same weekend, Hazel Jackson, who was playing the 10 goals mixed was also a guest and motivational speaker for the ladies players. Her powerful playing style left a strong impression on all players.

And since 2017, the medium goal was launched and became an almost inevitable stop in the Ladies European circuit.

While at the club, they had the opportunity to witness several players transitioning from low to medium goal, enjoying the game at a different pace. These players had the opportunity to play alongside experienced international players and learned that not only having great polo skills was important, but also fitness and mental strength. It was a significant enhancement for the club to host such players, as it gave the local players the chance to interact with the guest players. The Ladies’ Cup is an incredible weekend where polo friendship transcends all borders, and the polo family grows even larger.

The Ladies Cup provides an opportunity for many players to experience the game of polo with all its challenges. They suddenly have to make decisions such as who will shoot penalties, quickly organize their teams, and adjust to a slower pace and shorter shots compared to mixed polo matches. This can make the game much more demanding for each player. Many players also come to realize the importance of maintaining good fitness levels for all levels of polo as every player’s contributions count at every moment of the game.

Morgan von Overbroek: „The Ladies Cup tournament is typically held on the first weekend of July. If one is available that weekend and enjoys playing with enthusiastic players of all skill levels, they are invited to join. A fun and competitive experience on the field is guaranteed.”

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23. November 2023

A GAME, A PASSION, A WORLD OF POLO SPORT

Moving on to a royal event: The Royal Charity Polo Day at the esteemed Guards Polo Club was a resounding success! With His Royal Highness, the Prince of Wales participating, it wasn’t just about top-notch polo action, but also an impressive sum of £1,000,000 was raised. This amount is to be distributed among eleven charitable organizations supported by the Prince and the Princess of Wales. Truly a majestic day for a noble cause.

Now, let’s turn our attention to the inspiring story of Philipp Müller and his Standing Rock Polo Team. Rapidly establishing itself as a formidable force in England, the team has claimed the prestigious 8-Goal and 12-Goal Victor Ludorum Trophies in consecutive years, showcasing an impressive rise in the competitive polo scene.

Join us on a retrospective journey as we celebrate 20 years of POLO+10, showcasing two decades of polo passion and a collection of our most memorable covers.

The Polo Park Zürich has outdone itself yet again, hosting an even more international Swiss Medium Goal this year. Discover the secret to their consistently enthralling tournaments, which for the first time included four female players and representatives from nine different nations.

And from Germany, we bring the thrill of the 48th German Low Goal Polo Championship at PoloPark Berlin. The event from June 16th to 18th, 2023, was filled with passion, excitement, and exemplary polo.

But this is just the beginning. We invite you to delve deeper into the stories and personalities that make the world of polo truly special.

Enjoy the read and here’s to an exhilarating polo season in 2024!

Thomas Wirth, Founder and Publisher of POLO+10, extends a warm welcome to all readers.

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Hublot Polo Gold Cup 2023: Laplacette in his backyard … once again!

24. August 2023

Polo is a team sport. Wearing the colors of Gstaad, Sébastien Le Page and his Argentinian accomplices provide clear proof. On Sunday afternoon, they masterfully executed their game on the unique polo field at Saanen airport, winning the Hublot Polo Gold Cup for the second consecutive year.

Martincito Aguerre‘s genius was not enough today. Indeed, Raul Laplacette‘s team play proved unbeatable. Despite scoring eleven goals once again (Team Gstaad‘s daily rate since last Thursday), it was the fierce defense of the defending champions that made the difference. The Hublot players could never penetrate their opponents‘ defensive wall. When they did, Raul Laplacette calmly stole the ball from the audacious attacker, freeing up space for the men from Gstaad to advance and score on the other end. Martin Aguerre Jr.‘s only option was to try his luck from a great distance. He succeeded twice and scored his other three goals from penalties. Five goals were all the team could muster today.

Earning their second title in two years, the polo field at Saanen airport has become the domain of Raul Laplacette, the most valuable player of the final and the tournament‘s top scorer with 17 goals. „On this kind of field, you have to keep moving forward with the ball, attacking relentlessly,“ said Laplacette. „Thanks to our organization—good players and fast horses—we were able to play excellent polo.“

The Swiss organization was set up at Polo Park Zurich by team captain Sébastien Le Page. „This second victory is all the more pleasing because it‘s practically the same team as last year, proving that our organization is working exceptionally well,“ Le Page celebrated. „I‘m both exhausted and thrilled, and I‘m looking forward to savoring this victory with some champagne, something I‘ve abstained from for the past two weeks.“ The French captain also praised his star player, „Raul is incredible; he controls the game so effectively that it seems like he‘s doing nothing when, in fact, he‘s everywhere and scoring an incredible number of goals. I believe he‘s one of the best players on the planet.“ On the Gstaad field, he could easily be a 10-goaler!

The match for third place was much tighter, with Kielder Agro Group securing their first win of the tournament thanks to two explosive opening chukkers: 5-0. They maintained this lead by fighting hard until the end, allowing only one goal in the last two periods while Gstaad Palace scored five. The final score was 6-5.

This 26th edition of the Hublot Polo Gold Cup was unanimously praised this year for its flawless and relaxed organization, technically excellent field, friendly reception, and above all, the attention given to the well-being of the horses. They were well-cared-for under new refereeing rules and, despite the weather, appeared to be in particularly good condition and eager to play.

Teams and progressions :

THIRD PLACE

Team GSTAAD: Sébastien Le Page (hcp 0), Facundo Kelly (hcp 4, 2 goals), Francisco Fucci (hcp 4, 2 goals), Raul Laplacette (hcp 6, 7 goals)

Team HUBLOT: Jürgen Schröder (hcp 0), Juan Correa (hcp 3), Matias Gonzalez (hcp 4), Martin Aguerre Jr. (hcp 7, 5 goals)

Progression GSTAAD: 3/1 – 6/2 – 7/3 – 11/5

FINAL

Team KIELDER AGRO GROUP: Cedric Schweri (hcp 0), Joao Novaes (hcp 5, 4 goals), Tomi Astelarra (hcp 3), Francisco Menendez (hcp 6, 2 goals)

Team GSTAAD PALACE: Peter Cromm (hcp 0), Pedro Fernandez Llorente (hcp 5, 2 goals), Teo von Neufforge (hcp 5), Segundo Condesse (hcp 4, 3 goals)

Progression KIELDER: 4/0 – 5/0 – 5/2 – 6/5

MVP: Raul Laplacette

BPP: Tintin, 8-year-old gelding, dark bay born in Argentina (by Cuarteto – a son of the famous Cuartetera – and Pollilla), played by Raul Laplacette.

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Celebrating Brilliance…Swiss Medium Goal 2023

14. July 2023

How do they do it? Each year the Swiss Medium Goal at Polo Park Zürich just gets better and better. This year, for the first time, four female players were taking part and nine nations were represented. And the ponies! Given the strength of top-class polo, the pony lines were occupied by strings of equally top-class ponies, form Eduardo Greghi‘s string from Adolfo Cambiaso, over Thommy Gräff‘s power ponies to Ann-Katrin Brändle‘s little Sonadora, having her first medium goal in Switzerland. Immaculately turned out, a credit to both the grooms and owners.

So six well-mounted teams started the games on the Thursday 15 June. Friday was used as a buffer day, and players were able to meet up socially for an asado at the club house on Friday evening.

Saturday saw the teams fight for their spot in the finals. I love the Saturday games and enjoyed a devastating display of speed and skill which promised energy enthused entertainment for Sunday.

Close, closer, closest

Spectators started strolling in for the first game at 10:30 between Hato with Ann-Kathrin Brändle, Stefan Roth, Christopher Kiesel and Manuel Carranza versus Naoo with Sacha Djafarian, Thomas Wolfensberger, Walter Cortez and Andrew Guthrie. Walter Cortez, a battle-hardened, experienced player was the stand-out performer for Naoo but, despite able assistance from his team, was unable to match the combination of Christopher Kiesel and Manuel Carranza. Both Chris and Manu put on a relentless performance and matched Naoo‘s speed all the way. It was a half goal game with Hato coming in victorious 81/2 to 8. Doesn‘t get much closer than that.

High intensity

Midday was approaching, and in the hospitality tent a summer touch was being provided by Ecuadorian Hats who set up their colorful stand beside the Oona Caviar tasing area and ZigarrenKurier with Leno organizing a stylish cigar lounge field-side.

Chill-out music and champagne was the order of the day until, out on the field, the game for third place literally exploded. Seriously, it makes commentating fun when the game is this fast. Los Lobos/Gräff Capital (Thommy Gräff, Sébastien Le Page, Facundo Kelly, Markus Gräff) were up against Polo Club Zug (Aline Harry, Janik Oertli, Usman Ibrar, Fecundo Guevara). Aline, always a force to be reckoned with, was on her favorite pony, Wanda, in the first chukker getting her game on track and being set up for well-paced runs by Janik. Guevara gave us a vibrant performance full of attacking intent, but was matched by the opposite Nr.3, Kelly, whose adventurous style of play was sensational. This was a hard fought encounter but Los Lobos/Gräff Capital found just that bit more power and precision to come in at third place.

Focused and fearless

1pm, 32°C… the crowd left the tent, left their champagne glasses and grabbed their phones, because here were two teams with everything to play for and ready to provide us with a thrilling final.

Team Polo Park Zürich had two of the four female players in the tournament with Morgan Van Overbroek and Katja Grauwiler at positions 2 and 1 – both well mounted and with the character and composure to compete at top level. Martin Podesta directed play from his position as Nr.3, while Segundo Copello raced through the first chukker like a man possessed, before being tested in the second by that well mounted pair Daniel Aegerter and Eduardo Greghi for Team Equilibrium. Francisco Fucci was a dominant Nr.4 when the pressure was on, and able to deliver impressive defense in style.

But keeping the pot boiling for Equilibrium was the young player Manuel Maria Bereterbide, who was able to do it all and at full speed while making it look easy. He had that creative spark, and turned this game into a classic. A joy to watch. Both teams had the energy and quality to take the honors, but it was Equilibrium that had that edge, that intensity, that ability to keep possession of the ball just a bit longer and get it forward and between the posts more often. Massive cheers from the crowd as the final bell sounded and Equilibrium came
in victorious.

A canter past the spectators and both teams were applauded and congratulated.

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Club Magazine Polo Park Zürich

24. January 2023

POLO+10 will again produce the big special edition in the 2023/2024 season. Don‘t miss the chance to reach an exclusive top target group with your ad.

Rousing world-class polo, inspiring personalities and an unmistakable, vibrant lifestyle: just three of the key examples of what has closely linked POLO PARK ZÜRICH and POLO+10 for many years.

A connection that will continue to inspire polo fans in the future: „I am delighted that, after almost twenty years of successful collaboration, we will continue to tread common paths and publish the new club magazine for POLO PARK ZÜRICH in the 2023/2024 season,“ says POLO+10 editor Thomas Wirth.

„POLO+10 stands for the highest quality and is the largest and highest-reach polo magazine in the world. That‘s why our club publication for POLO PARK ZURICH is in the best hands with Thomas and his team“, says club president Sébastien Le Page.

You can expect new exciting stories from the world of polo – refined with lots of lifestyle, interviews or business talk. Would you also like to be a part of the new issue of the POLO PARK ZÜRICH club magazine? Then don‘t miss the chance to reach an exclusive top target group with your ad.

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