HPA’s Coronation Cup makes welcome return to UK polo season
England v Uruguay Saturday 23 July 2022 Guards Polo Club
The Hurlingham Polo Association has confirmed that the international Coronation Cup match will be played in 2022 after an absence of two years. David Woodd, Chief Executive of the HPA, confirmed earlier this month that the England Polo Team will play Uruguay on Saturday 23 July 2022 at Guards Polo Club, Windsor Great Park, Surrey.
This will be the first time that Uruguay has played for this historic trophy which dates back to 1911. However the visiting team will be captained by a familiar face to British polo fans as high-goal star David “Pelon” Stirling will wear the captain’s armband on this prestigious day. The game is due to be played at 24 – 26 goals and the HPA is yet to name its England team captain or a shortlist for the team.
“After two difficult years for the polo community it is wonderful that we can once again host this showcase event for the England polo team,” said Nick Wiles, Chairman of the HPA. “ I am indebted to the Uruguayan Polo Association and His Excellency César Rodríguez Zavalla, the Uruguayan Ambassador, for their support of this day. It is also fitting that the event will return to its long-standing home of Guards Polo Club, ensuring a great venue and grounds for these leading players.”
HE César Rodríguez Zavalla added: “It is a great honour for Uruguay to play for this historic trophy. Having just qualified for the 14 Goal World Championships, due to be played in America in October, this is a very exciting year for my country”
The plan for this international day of sport is to feature a morning game followed by the Coronation Cup match at 3.30pm. Tickets and a variety of hospitality packages will go on sale in early February from both the HPA and Guards Polo Club websites.