This yr, the event of the champions consists of eight contending groups for the distinguished trophy. The Gold Cup is among the 5 tournaments of the Dubai Polo Gold Cup Sequence (DPGCS) and is acknowledged and authorized by the World Polo Tour (WPT). It’s performed underneath the WPT Championship Cup class which is taken into account as one of many highest competitors by way of factors.
The tournaments underneath the DPGCS are a part of the UAE Polo Federation, follows the Hurlingham Polo Affiliation (HPA) guidelines and performs underneath the supply of its umpires.
This yr’s Dubai Open is supported by Worldwide Free Zone Authority (IFZA) because the title sponsor; its fundamental sponsor Bentley Emirates; Accenture Funding Group and MAK Engineering Consultancy as co-sponsors: and Diamond Lease, Complete Electrical and Mechanical and Hildon.
Mohammed Okay. Al Habtoor, Vice Chairman & CEO of Al Habtoor Group, Founding father of the DPGC Sequence and Patron of Habtoor Polo group was joined by Martin Pedersen – Chairman of IFZA, Joseph Tayar, the Basic Supervisor of Bentley Emirates, Mohammad Al Huraiz, Board Member of the UAE Polo Federation, and Santiago Torreguitar, Match Director of the UAE Polo Federation.
The CEO & Vice Chairman of Al Habtoor Group, Mohammed Al Habtoor stated: “As soon as once more we’re proud to announce that the Dubai Polo Gold Cup group can be internet hosting the distinguished Gold Cup (Dubai Open) for the 14th consecutive yr. The event will carry collectively a few of the best polo gamers from all over the world and showcase our love for polo.
“We look forward to welcoming the players, their families, and the fans to enjoy this thrilling display of athleticism and experience our commitment to advancing the Sport of Kings that made us a source of pride for the United Arab Emirates.”
Martin Pedersen stated: “At IFZA, we imagine within the energy of sports activities to carry folks collectively and foster a way of neighborhood. The Dubai Polo Gold Cup is greater than a contest; it’s a celebration of the range and expertise that exists inside the UAE.
“We’re proud to be a part of this neighborhood that celebrates the spirit of competitors, partnership, and camaraderie – a spirit that IFZA shares and embodies.
“It’s actually a privilege for us to be related to such a prestigious occasion, and we’re dedicated to creating certain that this yr’s IFZA Dubai Polo Gold Cup can be much more thrilling and memorable than ever earlier than.
“As a title sponsor, our participation in this renowned event is a demonstration of our commitment to supporting and advancing excellence in all its manifestations. We pledge to support not only the Gold Cup but also other initiatives that highlight the unique qualities of Dubai and the UAE, and how we dare to live, do business, and thrive differently.”
Taking part groups of the IFZA Gold Cup 2023 event embrace:
AM Polo Group (Patron: Her Highness Sheikha Alya Al Maktoum)
Bangash Dodson & Horrell Polo Group (Patron: Haider Bangash)
Clinova Noa Capital Polo Group (Patron: Raja Karim)
Dubai Wolves by Cafu Polo Group (Patron: Habtoor Al Habtoor)
Ghantoot Polo Group (Patron: His Highness Sheikh Falah Bin Zayed Al Nahyan)
IFZA Habtoor Polo Group (Patron: Mohammed Okay. Al Habtoor)
Mahra by AIX Funding Group Polo Group (Patron: Tariq Al Habtoor)
UAE Polo Group (Patron: Her Highness Sheikha Maitha bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum)
