A three-day polo spectacular in the main ring will bring some of the UK’s top international players and ponies to Cornwall.
Picture:Southwest Polo.
Each day, two teams will compete for first-ever Royal Cornwall Show trophy. There will be one match each day, comprising four chukkas each lasting around five minutes.
Polo is a fast sport, full of drama. The horses are fit and agile and can turn on a sixpence. Their riders are expert in steering a ton of horse around the pitch, whilst keeping their eye on the ball.
As well as the fast-paced action, a daily demonstration in the countryside area will allow people to learn more about the sport, the players, the ponies and the equipment.
The event will be run by Andy Burgess of South West Polo School and Katy Davidson Ltd. It is supported by the Rehabilitation of Racehorses organisation, which gives retired racehorses a new lease of life.