The Copa de Oro Ayala Polo Club, the third and last leg of the 55th. Torneo Internacional de Polo ATL, commenced on Monday August 17 at Ayala Polo Club and Los Pinos. The contest sees a total of 22 teams, split in three levels of play – high goal (20-22), medium goal (12-14) and low goal (6-8).
THE SUMMARY OF THE OPENING DAY – MONDAY AUGUST 17
- HIGH GOAL
La Dolfina Marqués de Riscal 14-13 Dubai
In a very intense match, the former claimed a narrow win over Ayala, on Los Pinos Ground 4. Luis Aznar’s foursome retained the lead, but Ayala managed to made a comeback in the second half. However, the damage has been done, and La Dolfina Marqués de Riscal were victorious.
Dubai 12-11 Dos Lunas IQ
Dubai, recent runner up of the Copa de Plata Terralpa, also had to fight had to beat Dos Lunas IQ; like in the previous match, Dubai built a solid advantage in crucial moments, mostly through penalty conversions.
High goal action will be back on Wednesday August 19:
Dubai vs. La Dolfina Marqués de Riscal
Ayala vs. Dos Lunas IQ
Essso vs. Ste. Mesme
Amanara vs. Brunei
- MEDIUM GOAL
Royal Salute KPC 12-9 ATL
John Smith 11-8 Jolly Roger
- LOW GOAL
Vamos Korea 12-4.5 Scholarview
Great Oaks 12-10 Adrenalina La Esperanza
WATCH THE HIGH GOAL GAMES STREAMED LIVE ON POLOLINE TV HERE
Copa de Oro, high goal – Teams & Fixture
Copa de Oro. medium goal – Teams & Fixture
Copa de Oro, low goal – Teams & Fixture
Cover photo by Matías Callejo, Prensa Minuto 7/Ayala Polo Club.