Dubai, UAE and Ferne Park were victorious in the opening day of The Queen’s Cup, on Tuesday May 20, hosted by Guards Polo Club, located in Windsor Great Park, England. The club’s premier competition, as well as one of the most significant tournaments in Europe and worldwide, sees nineteen teams up to 22 goals, in participation.
Dubai and Jehangiri opened fire on The Castle Ground. Led by the indomitable Jeta Castagnola, who produced nine goals, the Albwardy’s family foursome defeated their contenders – who are making their debut on English soil – by an impressive 15-8. Up next, Coworth Park greeted UAE and Signet Polo, a match that ended with the former victorious 10-7; last but not least, a remarkable team play by Ferne Park secured them a 17-12 victory over no less than Scone, with Adolfo Cambiaso.
The Queen’s Cup will resume through Wednesday May 21 and Thursday May 22, with the following order of play:
- Wednesday May 21
2pm Aureus vs. King Power (Noel Farm)
4,30pm: Kazak vs. Calatagan (Les Lions)
- Thursday May 22
11,30am: Ojo Caliente vs. Gaston (venue TBC)
3pm: Desert Palm vs. Park Place (venue TBC)
(UK times)
The Queen’s Cup has been played since 1960, and was established in honour of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, who passed away on September 8, 2022; her 70-years reign made her not only the longest serving British monarch ever (1952-2022), but also the second longest in history, behind His Majesty Louis XIV, known as Le Roi Soleil (The Sun King), who ruled France from 1643 to 1715, a total of 72 years. Queen Elizabeth II was suceeded by her son, His Majesty King Charles III, the current President of Guards Polo Club, a position he inherited from his father, His Royal Highness Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, who founded the club 70 years ago, on January 25, 1955 and remained as the President until his passing, on April 9, 2021. Today, His Majesty King Charles III is in charge to present the trophy to the winning patron, like his mother did before.
The championship match of the Queen’s Cup is due on Sunday June 15.
The Queen’s Cup – Teams & Fixture
Cover photo by Pablo Ramírez.