Shanghai Tang Women’s International Polo Tournament – Day 4

Shanghai Tang Women’s International Polo Tournament

China Blue was victorious in the final of the Shanghai Tang Women’s International Polo Silver League on Saturday 5 September, defeating Pink Champagne 5-1. Losing finalist, Pink Champagne struggled to defend against China Blue; in particular, the play of Kirsty Readhead (Australia; 1-goal handicap) who scored 4 goals. Readhead replaced the injured team captain of China Blue, Emma Calder who suffered a fractured collar bone in the semi-final round. The 3rd/4th place play-off  was won by Amarula who defeated The Margaritas by a single goal, 3-2. 

The prestigious tournament will end with the Gold Cup match (0 to 2 goals handicap) today (Sunday 6 September) from 3.30pm with representative teams from Singapore* and HPC England*. The event will witness Mr. S Iswaran, Senior Minister of State for Trade & Industry and Education as the Guest-of-Honour at the Gold Cup match. Pre-match entertainment includes an exhibition match and a fashion showcase by Shanghai Tang, featuring their 2009 Autumn/Winter collection, Kaleidoscope. A Ladies Best Hat Award will also be presented, with the winner receiving a unique Shanghai Tang Duffle Bag valued at over S$400.

 The Singapore Polo Club welcomes all to visit the Club grounds to witness the Shanghai Tang Women’s International Polo Gold Cup Match. Admission is free and open to the public for viewing of matches. For more details, please contact the Singapore Polo Club at 6854 3999 or visit www.singaporepoloclub.org.