Although the eyes of the world are set in the polo season in Argentina, polo action commenced in the Middle East, specifically in Dubai, with The Patrons Cup, that took place at the Al Habtoor Resort and Polo Club. The final of the tournament was played on Saturday November 8, with the clash between Habtoor and Titans Polo.

Although Titans Polo opened the scores, it was Mohammed Al Habtoor who replied quickly to tie the match. By the third chukka, Habtoor were the dominant force and although the contest was a battle, Habtoor managed to win by a tight 7.5-7.

PATRONS CUP – FINAL – SATURDAY NOVEMBER 8

HABTOOR 7.5-7 TITANS POLO

Habtoor Polo: Mohammed Al Habtoor, Khalaf Al Habtoor, Romain G. Fresse, Juan Cruz Guevara.

Titans Polo: HH Khalifa Al Maktoum, Tariq Al Habtoor, Freddy Leyland, Guillermo Cuitiño.

Umpire: Miguel Delia.

MVP: Mohammed Al Habtoor.

BPP: Cicatriz.