Habtoor Polo Saves Another Spot In Semifinals Of The Silver Cup

Mohammed Al Habtoor’s team defeated Abu Dhabi while Zedan made the same with Mahra

Two atractive and tough games were played this afternoon in the Dubai Polo & Equestrian Club for the Silver Cup, Dubai Polo Gold Cup Series 2013.

Habtoor Polo got their second victory in the tournament by defeating Abu Dhabi by 3 goals to 2, in a real tough polo match, meanwhile Zedan obtained dramatic victory by 8 goals to 7 against Mahra.

In the first match of the day, the low score clearly showed Habtoor Polo and Abu Dhabi battled during the four chukkas of the game for the victory.

Mohammed Al Habtoor´s team had a better second half, improving their team work and changing to goals the offensive situations.

Guillermo Cuitino broke the tied score with a great backhander giving Habtoor’s team the victory and the spot at the semifinales of the Silver Cup.

In the second match of the day, Zedan Polo and Mahra offered a great match to the huge crowd present at the Dubai Polo & Equestrian Club

Rashid Al Habtoor´s team had a great start with four goals in a row, ending the first chukka winning by 4 to 1.
The first half was the best version of Mahra Polo Team in the tournament but in the second half
Zedan made a great comeback, with Nachi Heguy showing all his talent and leading the team to a dramatic victory by 8 goals to 7 in the final seconds of the game.

Silver Cup returns on friday
The Dubai Polo Gold Series 2013 continues this friday with one great match between Zedan and Ghantoot.
The game will be played at 3pm in the Dubai Polo & Equestrian Club.

Six teams are taking part of the Dubai Polo Gold Cup Series: Habtoor Polo; Mahra Polo; Zedan Polo; Bin Drai Polo; Abu Dhabi Polo and Ghantoot Polo.

Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai, the tournament has grown in tandem with the city of Dubai.

With its exciting mix of top-class sportsmanship and glamour, it has earned a reputation as one of the most prestigious events on the international polo calendar. It’s also one of the most important annual tournaments in the region and always attracts a high profile crowd. This year it looks set to be more popular than ever and some of the most respected names from the world of polo have confirmed their participation.

As always the Dubai Polo Gold Cup series promises the very best in sportsmanship, entertainment of the highest level and an atmosphere unlike any other polo event.

“I am proud to see Dubai playing host to yet another top polo event,” said Mohammed Al Habtoor, the Chairman of the Dubai Polo Gold Cup Series during the presentation of the tournament last sunday 27th January. “Each year the event reaches new heights. Dubai has quickly gained popularity and found its place on the Polo world stage. In 2012 the Dubai Gold Cup Series was recognised by the World Polo Tour (WPT). We have been privileged to attract some big names to the event year after year. Of course it is lovely to see many familiar faces (players, officials and spectators), but it is also great to see new faces on and off the field. This year we have upped the stakes by increasing the handicap from 15 to 16 goals. This means the Dubai Polo Gold Cup Series (Dubai Open) is now the highest handicapped tournament in the Middle East, Africa and Asia. A great achievement! Last year I was fortunate to lead my team to victory.”

Emirate:  Dubai

Date: Feb 7, 2013

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