Talandracas claimed a 10-8 win over Barriere on Saturday, August 15, the second day of the traditional Coupe d’Or, hosted by Deauville International Polo Club. The tournament, which has been played since 1950, is one of the most coveted trophies of the international calendar. This year’s edition sees six teams, up to 16 goals, playing for the title.
Edouard Carmignac’s team, led by Camilo “Jeta” Castagnola, got off to a strong start against Barriere, scoring a commanding 3-0 lead in the first chukka. Barriere did their best to get back in the game. They succeed halfway into the fifth chukka, tying the match 7-all, but Talandracas replied quickly, ultimately taking the 10-8 debut win.
The Coupe d’Or resumes on Tuesday, August 17, with a match between Le Pommeray HM Polo Team and Los Dragones, at 5:30pm.
The final of the Coupe d’Or is scheduled for Sunday, August 29.
COUPE D’OR: TALANDRACAS 10-8 BARRIERE
Talandracas: Edouard Carmignac 0, Tommy Beresford 7, Jeta Castagnola 8, Hugues Carmignac 1. Total: 16.
Barriere: Tommy Rinderknecht 0, Ignacio Kennedy 5, Ramiro Zavaleta 4, Martin Aguerre Jr. 7. Total: 16.
Score Talandracas:Â 3-0, 4-2, 5-3, 7-5, 10-8.
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COUPE DE BRONZE
Meanwhile, the Coupe de Bronze began on Monday, August 17, with IC Polo claiming a 9-6.5 victory over Los Indianos.
The Coupe de Bronze sees eight teams, between 6 and 8 goals, compete. The final is due on Friday, August 27.Â
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