PoloPark Berlin

An international tournament in a class of its own: teams from five nations, accompanied by “the Voice of Polo” Jan Erik Franck, and a varied supporting program await the guests.

Preparations for the 4th International Ladies Cup at PoloPark Berlin are in full swing, and the tournament promises to be an outstanding event in the polo sport calendar. With six teams from five nations, visitors can expect an international competition, enhanced by the commentary of Jan Erik Franck, known as “the Voice of Polo”. In addition to exciting matches, there will be a varied supporting program, including a hat contest – a highlight that underlines the tradition and elegance of polo. The support of renowned sponsors such as Wolfgang Weiss’ fashion brand “blanche,” Polo Sylt, and Ingo Pyko Immobilien will help to enhance the tournament experience.

A new feature this year is the option of reserving a table, giving guests an exclusive tournament experience. The offer is complemented by first-class catering and musical entertainment from polo DJ Sebastian, who will ensure the perfect atmosphere. The forthcoming publication of the official women’s handicaps by the German Polo Association (DPV) is also an important step towards promoting and recognizing women’s polo. The upcoming tournament in PoloPark Berlin is characterized by a top-class field of participants, a varied program, and the support of renowned sponsors. It promises to be an unforgettable event for all polo enthusiasts and guests, once again putting the fascination of the sport center stage.

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TEAMS

1. MECKATZER / Berlin Cocktail (-2/7)*
Nina Frühauf, GER (-2/0)
Anna Lena Plickert, GER (-1/0)
Svenja Hölty GER (1/4)
Kathy McKegney USA (0/2)

2. Dermaroller / Skinlifter (1/9)
Filippa Luserke, GER (0/2)
Anne Grossmann, GER (-1/1)
Clarissa Marggraf, GER (1/3)
Marie Haupt, GER (1/3)

3. Blanche (-2/8)
Veronika Svobodova, CZ (-2/0)
Jolie Lange, GER (-1/1)
Alex Jacob, UK (1/5)
Emily Hase -Loock, GER (0/1)

4. Polo Sylt (-3/5)
Josepha Schmidt/Megan Kawohl, GER (-2/0)
Ida Gaarz, GER (-1/1)
Patricia Rohde Deutsch, GER (0/1)
Sophie Schmidt, GER (0/3)

5. Ingo Pyko Immobilien (0/10)
Dele Iversen, GER (-1/1)
Jeanette Diekmann, GER (0/2)
Siobhan Herbst, IR (1/4)
Mona Scharf, GER (0/3)

6. POLO+10 / Radio Paradiso (-1/10)
Silvia Nutz, GER (-2/0)
Megan Manubay, USA (0/2)
Milli Sanchez, ARG (2/7)
Isabella Kössler, A (-1/1)

*(HDC / Women’s HDC)

Media partner: POLO+10, Radio Paradiso

Speaker: Jan Erik Franck
Umpire: Marco Zubrod

Three thrilling polo days with perfect weather at Polo Park Berlin.

Five international teams, accompanied by their 90 polo horses, arrived to put on a show for the 700 spectators with exciting chukkas. Expert commentary was provided by „the Polospeaker“ Jan Zavazal from Prague, while DJ „BasticSoul“ set the right mood with his music. The team led by Thomas Bauer and Berlin Cocktail offered delicious food and drinks, setting the stage for a sociable start to the 2024 polo season.

In an intensely competitive final, the POLO+10 team triumphed in overtime with a score of 6.5 against Team „Blanche“. The tournament referee was Marco Zubrod, resulting in the following rankings:

1. POLO+10
Gaspar Caivano -2
Heidi Silvey -1
Torsten Klein -1
Tuky Caivano +3

2. Blanche
Alessa Eckhardt -2
Emily Hase Loock  -1
Thomas Strunck 0
Lukas Strenka +2

3. Cosmopolo
Ulrike Gabrin -1
Marta Gabrin -2
Maike Hölty  +1
Svenja Hölty +1

4. Ingo Pyko Immobilien / PoloPark Berlin
Dele Iversen -1
Jeanette Diekmann 0
Berty Zalazar / Fabi Last +2 / 0
Johan Funk Gallardo +1

5. Berlin Cocktail
Silvia Nutz -2
Raphael Dwinger -2
Hector Alvarez +1
Pato Cañelo +1

“I want to achieve the maximum success for myself!”

She is only 21 years old and already one of the greatest young polo talents ever. Now Milagros Sanchez (handicap 1 and ladies’ handicap 7) from San Luis, Argentina, is celebrating her sporting German premiere this year at the Ladies Cup in Berlin.

Milagros Sanchez. © Helen Cruden

You will play in the Ladies Cup for the first time. How did it come about?
Last year, Fati Balzano, a very good friend of mine, played in Berlin. Through her, I got in touch with the Ladies Cup organizer Thomas, who then gave me a lot of support in my plans to be there this time as well.

You have already played in polo tournaments in England and Italy. Have you ever been to Germany?
No, this is the first time for me to visit Germany – and I’m already very excited about all the impressions that await me!

Apart from Berlin, what other stops are on your agenda in Europe?
After my time in the capital, I will travel to England. After that, I’ll be heading back to my home country of Argentina.

And what are your plans for the second half of 2022? 
In September, the new polo season starts in Argentina, which I always look forward to extremely throughout the year. And this time there are particularly many great dates, such as the Argentine Open. My schedule is definitely very well filled.

You are currently one of the greatest young talents in women’s polo and, at the age of just 21 and as the first woman, you took part in the Argentine Indoor Championship with Handicap and played against men there. Was the time in Mendoza the greatest moment of your career so far?
Definitely! Mendoza had a great impact. But there were many other moments that were very important for me personally and for my career. I have been able to represent my country in sport more than once and have also played in the USA. I won the first women’s Masters tournament and played in the Open three times. It’s fantastic what I’ve already been able to experience.

How did you discover your passion for polo?
I already felt an extremely great enthusiasm for horses when I was a little girl. A few years later I got involved in the sport of polo, and my family was not entirely innocent of that. And today polo is one of my greatest passions.  

What sporting goals would you like to achieve in the coming years?
I am a very ambitious young woman and have therefore set myself high goals in polo: I want to get the maximum sporting success for myself in every tournament I play in the future.

In your eyes, what should happen so that women’s polo gets even more attention worldwide?
In general, we are already on a pretty good path: We women have conquered our terrain and we know very well how to use it for ourselves. Now it’s important that we continue to put on great tournaments around the world. And all professional women players should be appreciated much more for their dedication and passion.

Milagros Sanchez. © Helen Cruden

TEAMS

1. Elasten / Cosmopolo (+3)
Megan Manubay, USA (+1)
Marie Christine Fuchs, SGP / GER (+1)
Emily Hurst, CAN (+1)
Jen Buchan, CAN (+1)

2. Ingo Pyko (+10)
Clara Mahla, CZ (0)
Maike Hölty , GER (+3)
Svenja Hölty, GER (+4)
Laura Fass, GER / SA (+3)

3. Pool Riese (+12)
Mona Scharf, GER (+3)
Jeanette Diekmann, GER (+3)
Dele Iversen, GER (+3)
Romy Grüner, GER (+3)

4. Polo Sylt (+12)
Heidi Silvey, USA (+1)
Emily Hase-Loock, GER (+1)
Milagros Sanchez, ARG (+7)
Sophie Schmidt, GER (+3)

5. Ostseebad Dahme (+10)
Dr. Anne Großmann, GER (+1)
Marit Fass, GER (+3)
Marie Haupt, GER (+3)
Filippa Luserke, GER (+3)

6. InMedias / POLO+10 (+8)
Ann Kathrin Brendel, CH (+1)
Camila di Luciano, USA (+3)
Marketa Pavleye, CZ (+3)
Jolie Lange, GER (+1)

 

 

PROGRAM

Friday, 15.07.2022: 15.00 p.m. – 17.30 p.m.
Saturday, 16.07.2022: 14.00 p.m. – 17.00 p.m.
Sunday, 17.07.2022: 12.00 p.m. – 14.30 p.m.

Six international ladies polo teams from seven nations with over 100 polo horses have registered for this year‘s Ladies Cup and, as always, will be showcasing more than exciting chukkas. The Ladies Cup 2023 is the only ladies-only tournament in Germany.

The players and the umpire, Octavia Campbell David, come from seven nations: Germany, South Africa, Ireland, Scotland, Argentina, USA, and Luxembourg. Among the world-class players with a ladies HCP of +7 is Milagros Sanchez from Argentina. For visitors, there will again be a delightful supporting program. Matches will be moderated by „The Voice of Polo“, Jan Erik Franck. Polo DJ Sebastian will provide the appropriate soundtrack for the weekend. For the first time, there will also be a HAT COMPETITION on July 16, organized by Pauline Stolze, Frank Altmann, and Manuela Vobach.

This event follows the motto from England‘s „Ascot“: „Where horses gallop, hats enchant, and players thrill – this is LADY POLO!“

Furthermore, there will be delicious gastronomy over the weekend. Star chef Simon Lang and some celebrities from Berlin have already announced their attendance. Admission is free and parking spaces are available. Further information and table reservations can be obtained at: ts@baltic-polo-events.com

 

Teams:

1. Ostseebad Sellin (-1 -11)
Nina Frühauf /Lupita Fass GER (-1-1)
Laura Fass GER /SA (0-3)
Marit Fass GER (0-3)
Maike Hölty GER (0-4)

2. POLO+10 (0- 11)
Emily Hase Loock GER (1-1)
Jeanette Diekmann GER (0-3)
Dele Iversen GER (0-3)
Siobhan Herbst Irland (1-4)

3. Polo Sylt (-2 -11)
Ida Gare / Maxine Odia GER (-2-0)
Iris Winter GER (-1-1)
Milli Sanchez ARG (1-7)
Sophie Schmidt GER (0-3)

4. Ingo Pyko Immobilien (-1 -11)
Anne Grossmann GER (-1-1)
Filippa Luserke GER (0-3)
Marie Haupt GER (0-3)
Clarissa Margraf GER (0-4)

5. PoloPark Berlin / Baltic Polo Events (0-8)
Silvia Nutz GER (-1-1)
Johanna Volkmann GER (-1-1)
April Kent IRL (1-4)
Megan Manubay USA (0-3)

6. Stiftung Löwenbrücke / Grenzgaenger (-1-9)
Kerstin Neubert GER (-2-0)
Anna Lena GER (-1-1)
Estelle Wagner LUX (1-4)
Svenja Hölty GER (1-4)

Umpire: Octavia Campell Davys
Moderator: Jan Erick Frank
Sporting Director: Thomas Strunck

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