8 months ago
Ahmedabad Polo Tournament Concludes with Exciting Finals
The Ahmedabad Polo Tournament, organized by the Gujarat Polo Association and supported by the Adani Group, just finished after three exciting days.
The event had both men's and women's polo matches, along with fun performances like dancing and horse shows.
In the women's final, Lion’s Den Legends beat Apollo Aviators 4–3, with Dr. Shivangi Jai Singh scoring three goals.
The men's final was a thrilling match between Pune Warriors and Mayfair Polo, ending 8–7 with Pune Warriors winning the Golden Goal.
Lance Watson scored seven goals for Pune Warriors, while Dino Dhankhar and Daniel Otamendi each scored three for Mayfair Polo.
The tournament also had speeches from organizers who were happy with how well it went and the growing interest in polo in Gujarat.
It was a great mix of sports, culture, and fun, showing that polo is becoming more popular in the state.
The Ahmedabad Polo Tournament concluded after three days of intense competition and cultural performances.
Lion’s Den Legends won the women's final 4–3 against Apollo Aviators, with Dr. Shivangi Jai Singh scoring three goals.
Pune Warriors won the men's final 8–7 against Mayfair Polo with a Golden Goal, led by Lance Watson's seven goals.
Organizers praised the event's success, highlighting the growing interest in polo and the potential for future tournaments.
The tournament featured equestrian demonstrations, dance performances, and a festive atmosphere, blending sports with entertainment.
- Who
- Gujarat Polo Association, Adani Group, teams like Pune Warriors, Mayfair Polo, Lion’s Den Legends, Apollo Aviators
- What
- Ahmedabad Polo Tournament, a major polo event featuring matches, equestrian demonstrations, and cultural performances
- Where
- Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India
- When
- Concluded on Sunday after three days of competition
- Why
- To celebrate polo's heritage, promote the sport, and engage a wider audience
Key facts
- Organizer
- Gujarat Polo Association
- Support
- Adani Group
- Women's Final
- Lion’s Den Legends 4–3 Apollo Aviators
- Men's Final
- Pune Warriors 8–7 Mayfair Polo
- Top Scorer (Men)
- Lance Watson (7 goals)
- Top Scorer (Women)
- Dr. Shivangi Jai Singh (3 goals)
- Duration
- 3 days
- Key Highlights
- Equestrian demonstrations, cultural performances, and Golden Goal finish
Quotes
Arpan Gupta
Promoter of Gujarat Polo Club
“The response to the Ahmedabad Polo Tournament has exceeded our expectations. From the quality of play to the enthusiasm of the spectators, the tournament reflects the growing interest in polo in Gujarat. Our objective was to celebrate the sport’s heritage while making it engaging and accessible for a wider audience, and I believe we have achieved that.”
thestatesman.com
Sanjay Paladia
Promoter of Gujarat Polo Club
“This tournament has demonstrated that Ahmedabad has both the appetite and infrastructure to host polo at a national level. The participation of leading national and international players, the inclusion of women’s teams, the standard of competition, and the scale of the event point to a strong future for polo in Gujarat. We see this as the beginning of a long-term sporting tradition.”
thestatesman.com
