BMW NZ Polo Open 2021 - Event Magazine

THRILLS & FRILLS What to wear and do on the sidelines

Clevedon

Sunday 21 February 2021

DON’T MISS THE SPORTING AND SOCIAL EVENT OF THE SUMMER

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Welcome

It is our great pleasure to welcome you to the BMW NZ Polo Open — the highlight of the New Zealand polo calendar. We hope you enjoy your day

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he Auckland Polo Club is delighted to present the BMW NZ Polo Open, 2021. The tournament kicks off the global polo calendar, and promises to be a brilliant social occasion. Despite the tumultuous events of the past year, we’re in a unique position to celebrate our homegrown polo talent, as the teams had the rare opportunity to pick from the country’s top players, all of whom are on New Zealand soil.

The 44th NZ Polo Open is one of the Southern Hemisphere’s most competitive events, as players aim to win one of New Zealand’s oldest and most sought-after Polo trophies. This year, six teams will compete in the 12-goal tournament throughout the week, with the final held on our picturesque Auckland Polo Club grounds at Clevedon. There are many people involved in the BMW NZ Polo Open who I’d like to thank, particularly our naming sponsor, who I’m looking forward to watching in the BMW versus Polo Pony race. I’d also like to thank our other sponsors, competitors, patrons, grounds staff, umpires, supporters, club volunteers, event team and spectators, for making the NZ Polo Open the unmissable event it is.

Tony van den Brink, President, Auckland Polo Club

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e are proud to be back for the second year supporting this prestigious event, celebrating the 44th edition of this sport rich with heritage.

Polo is a dynamic sport that requires rigorous training, quick strategic thinking and agile performance. When honed to perfection, the result is an aesthetically pleasing partnership between man and animal. The same values hold true with our cars: all BMWs are imbued with dynamic pedigree, a result of innovative technology and forward-looking design.

When driven, the bond between man and machine is like none other. The BMW range is becoming more progressive than ever, with exciting new electrified models on the horizon. We take with us lessons around sustainability that go hand in hand with luxury and consumption. With more than 25 electrified models on the horizon, and the upcoming launch of the BMW iX3, BMW iX and BMW i4, we are ready to take on new challenges in electromobility. We are excited to be part of the BMW NZ Polo Open 2021, for the first time ever a home-grown spectacle. Let the games begin!

Karol Abrasowicz-Madej, Managing Director, BMW Group New Zealand

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Contents

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WELCOME Messages from the Auckland Polo Club and BMW

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SIDELINE ACTION

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HORSING AROUND With NZ Polo ambassador Holly Estelle

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Enter the Fashion at the Polo and be in to win fabulous prizes

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What’s happening over the course of the day

STYLE STAKES

DRESS TO IMPRESS Meet the judges

FROCK ON What to wear on the day

BEIGE BRIGADE Menswear essentials

TICKETS Ticketing options

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PROGRAMME The run of the day

KITTED OUT TO WIN Meet star player Kit Brooks

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FAST & FURIOUS

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HORSEPLAY

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Understanding the rules of polo

Learn to play polo

HOME TURF

Auckland Polo Club President Tony van den Brink Auckland Polo Club Vice President Ross George BMW NZ Polo Open Executive Director Lucy Ainsley Auckland Polo Club Captain Daniel Worker Auckland Polo Club Manager Nikki Pretty Auckland Polo Club Treasurer Jan Frizzell Auckland Polo Club Secretary Jane Donald BMW NZ Polo Open PR Manager Olivia Radford Event Bar Management Nick McCaw Groundsman Johnny McKellar Imagery Leet & Co BMW NZ POLO OPEN MAGAZINE Publisher Brydie Canham Editor Rebecca Barry Hill Designer Nicola Feeney Contributors Carena West, Holly Estelle Fiona Alexander Magazine custom-published by B Media Ltd, Ph: 09 308 9998 bmedia.co.nz

Meet New Zealand’s top polo talent

SPONSORS We give thanks

GROUND MAP Where to find what

Auckland Polo Club, PO Box 24, Clevedon aucklandpolo.co.nz; nzpoloopen.com Facebook @NZPoloOpen Instagram @NZPoloOpen Hashtags #poloready #NZPoloOpen #bmwnzopenpolo

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This puts gold investors in an advantageous position, as the central banks’ monetary policy manoeuvrings are to the detriment of savers, says Tony Coleman, the managing director of NZ Gold Merchants Ltd. This is because the banks have traditionally looked to smooth out the booms and busts of the business cycle by using interest rates to increase or decrease the cost of doing business.

On top of this, low interest rates have fuelled investment in housing, pushing up house prices and increasing the housing market risk.

“We have generations of people who cannot fathom a housing market collapse, and many have gone ‘all in’ to secure a property,” says Coleman.

Any significant economic downturn that threatens employment will rock this market, putting our banks at risk, too. This could lead to significant hardship for many, not to mention harm to our economic recovery. Add to this the global instability caused by the pandemic, and it becomes reasonable to question how we’d fare if another economic crisis hit.

The government’s recent guarantee to the banks on new mortgage lending, and its deal with the big banks allowing them to offer a mortgage holiday

to those most affected by Covid-19 financial stress has eased some of the burden. But can this cushioning effect continue?

“I do not believe this game of musical chairs can continue for much longer,” says Coleman. “When the music stops, many of us will be left standing without a chair to sit on.”

With the likelihood of risk increasing as the pandemic continues to affect the world, and global indebtedness mounts, now is an optimal time to move money into safe haven assets, such as gold, Coleman advises.

“I’m not against housing investment. It is the debt associated with it that is the concern. Banks control the liquidity – therefore individuals’ ability to buy and sell property in a timely manner.”

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Without liquidity, your financial position becomes precarious.

“If gold does nothing but cover your cost of inflation, you should hold some,” he says. “Gold is an exceptional store of value, it has no counter party risk, it is extremely liquid, and it is a contrarian investment (i.e. it typically goes up when other investments go down.)”

The graph shows how the gold price (in USD) has risen against the effect of other economic factors.

Inflatable fun Visit your favourite radio DJs on the Club Setter Lawn. What’s inside George FM’s mysterious blow up cube? Only the curious will find out…

Hunger games Before you can say, ‘I could eat a horse!’ grab a bite at the Polo Village, where you’ll find fabulous food trucks offering a delicious assortment of sustenance.

LAZE ON THE LAWN

Relax on the Club Setter Lawn, open sunset til late, and take in the action in comfort. With a vibe reminiscent of Amalfi Coast summers, it’s the ideal spot to lie on a lounger with the best view of the game. As the sun sets, HAPPY HOUR the official George FM afterparty kicks in.

An array of signature polo cocktails

by the Schweppes 1783 range will be available all day, including the Larios’ 12-botanical signature G&T.

Track and field

Did you know many of the polo ponies playing at the Open are retired or unraced thoroughbreds? Renowned for their speed, versatility and competitive spirit on the track, they bring these same attributes to the polo. Keep your eyes peeled for ponies sporting the #NZOTTB sticker, indicating the wearer is in contention for the LOVERACING.NZ Best Playing Thoroughbred Prize.

Sideline

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When you’re not cheering on the polo, you’ll find plenty of fun to be had around the field

Glenmo on the go

Your mouth will be watering when you spot the unmissable Glenmorangie tuktuk making its way around the polo field. With lip-smacking Glenmorangie cocktails on offer, you’ll want to be first in line when our clever barman pulls up to delight your taste buds!

FASHION AT THE POLO Show off your style acumen on the catwalk, and be in to win fabulous prizes. The fashion elite will be judging the three categories; ‘Ladies’, ‘Men’s’ and ‘Best Accessory’, so make sure you’ve donned your best polo attire, which means wedges for the ladies, Panamas for the boys and an insouciant attitude.

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News

ON YOUR MARKS...

Gents, the Rodd & Gunn Dash is your chance to show off your cheetah-like speed – and if you win, a stylish new Rodd & Gunn wardrobe could be yours.

HORSE VS HORSEPOWER RACE This popular race favourite always draws the crowds. Who will you be cheering for?

FIZZ BANG POP Polo and Champagne go together like George and Amal. And if you’re going to drink Champagne, there’s nothing like a crisp glass of Veuve Clicquot, served everywhere on the day. Tip: for a top-up, hold glass aloft and smile expectedly.

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Playing it safe

The teams have been battling it out all week, racking up the goals. The highest goal-scorer of the tournament wins a personalised Instinct Polo Helmet from Europe. Who’s your money on?

Hat trick Sun protection is a must on the day. If you feel like upgrading yours, Caus will be selling their elegant Ecuador Panama hats, from $185.

Ladies, you might want to remove your espadrilles for the VC Dash, where the fastest filly wins a Veuve Clicquot Magnum.

Drinking it from said shoes, optional.

Get on the ‘gram Our lovely event ambassador Holly Estelle will be live-posting up a storm, capturing the atmosphere and action of the event both on and off the field for our social media platforms. If you see Holly be sure to smile – you could be insta-famous! #nofilterneeded #theyarethatgood

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Horsing around The NZ Polo Open is the must-attend spectacle of the summer, writes event ambassador Holly Estelle Love local

titans. Off the field we have the beloved New Zealand fashion house Moochi back for another year, alongside two of my favourite local small businesses, My Designer Handbag and Friday Candy, who will be adding a touch of glamour to the occasion.

‘The fashion has become as dynamic and captivating as the game itself.’

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This is the year for New Zealand sport, with closed borders limiting the number of international imports and giving us the chance to celebrate some of New Zealand’s finest sporting talent. The NZ Polo Open 2021 will do just that as our Kiwi players dominate this year’s field in the ultimate clash of the

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Event

Fancy fashion After a year of hiding away in our homes, this is the moment we’ve all been waiting for! Time to unpack the excessive lockdown online orders, dust off the sun hats, iron the linen pants and scroll through your Instagram mood boards to find the perfect summer outfit.

While tradition declares the final match day to be a ‘formal Sunday best’ affair, over the years as the sport has continued to grow it has begun to attract a diverse crowd. The new age of polo fans are excited to inject their fashion flair onto the scene, and we’re even more excited to watch them as the fashion has become as dynamic and captivating as the game itself.

New experiences If you haven’t walked out onto the field in your very own ‘Pretty Woman’ moment to stomp the divots, have you even lived? Putting the year that was behind us, 2021 will be all about exploring our own backyard and seeking out new experiences right here at home, and with the natural beauty of Clevedon as its backdrop, the NZ Polo Open is

one new experience that deserves to be ticked off the bucket list. Mingle with the players, meet the ponies, learn the lingo (chukka?!) and put it to the test by cheering from the action-packed sidelines.

‘From the tense, high-speed action on field to relaxed, glassin-hand divot stomping with friends, the NZ Polo Open is undeniably the sporting and social event of the summer. I have a sneaking suspicion that 2021 will be our best one yet!’

Socialise in style After life in a bubble, we need a few good months of socialising with friends and family. Whether you feel like a nice day with the extended family on the Polo Hill or adding a touch of glamour with some social mingling and Champagne flutes in one of the VIP marquees, the NZ

Polo Open is the event for you. My first polo experience included a picnic rug in the boot park and I‘ve been hooked ever since. So if you’re up for a truly authentic polo experience, park the ute up on the sideline and enjoy the action (and join in the banter) alongside the players’ friends and family.

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Fashion

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Add feminine Moochi flair to your wardrobe

A luxury L’Oreal perfume is on the cards

Select beautifully tailored Crane Brothers pieces

Jewellery from Friday Candy could be yours

Choose the ultimate accessory from My Designer Handbag (above and right)

Win a luxury perfume from L’Oreal

Style stakes Attention tastemakers – this year’s Fashion at the Polo competition is back and better than ever. Put your best foot forward, take a spin and you could win some incredible prizes.

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etting dressed for the polo is a chance to be creative, express your personal style and feel fabulous – and after the year that’s been, we all need the opportunity to do just that! Why not take it one step further and enter our style competition? There are three categories in which to impress the judges, and be in to win.

Best Dressed Woman

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from off-duty essentials to coveted designer pieces. + A voucher from My Designer Handbag + A prize from Friday Candy + A luxury perfume provided by L’Oreal The runner-up receives: + A luxury perfume provided

by L’Oreal (prize may differ from image shown)

Best Dressed Gentleman

The winner receives: + A $1000 Crane Brothers voucher + A luxury perfume provided

by L’Oreal (prize may differ from image shown)

Best Accessory

The winner receives: + A voucher from My Designer Handbag + A prize from Friday Candy + A luxury perfume provided

by L’Oreal (prize may differ from image shown) Pre-register by emailing info@ aucklandpolo.co.nz. There will also be a chance to register on the day at the booth by the bridge as you enter the grounds.

Open from 11am-12:30pm with competition entry free.

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Fashion

Dress to impress Want to know what our judges are looking for? Check out their tips to ensure your outfit is on point.

Aki Curtis

Murray Crane

Holly Estelle

THE SLEEK AVENUE

CRANE BROTHERS

AMBASSADOR OF THE NZ POLO OPEN

Aki is known for her quirky and fun approach to high fashion via her Instagram @ Thesleekavenue.

Aki brings an eye for detail and a love for conceptual fashion to the judges’ table.

As the founder of Crane Brothers, Murray knows perfect tailoring, sharp lines and the best worsted wools. Murray leads the judges to choose the best-dressed gentleman and you can be sure he is checking out every detail.

THE DRESS CODE FOR POLO IS VERY DIFFERENT TO THE RACES. HOW WOULD YOU SUM IT UP?

Aki

Best dressed doesn’t mean the most outrageous outfit, it is those who understand the dress code and display their creativity and style within that. I’m looking forward to discovering those who are courageous enough to shake up expectations and have a bit of fun.

Murray

I think I am always looking for the same thing: originality and personal style. I am always most drawn to people who have considered their look and put it together in a relaxed and natural way.

It’s not about being the shiniest, it’s about a complete look (including the smile).

Holly I’ll be looking for an outfit that brings a colourful, confident energy to the field, polished with accessories or a unique hair style.

Clashing hues or textures that give

Holly has an eye for colour and it shows.

Her instagram @ hollyestelle proves her fashion prowess and love of taking a risk. As ambassador, she understands polo fashion like the back of her hand.

Hannah Marinkovich Aleisha Mitchell FRIDAY CANDY

MY DESIGNER HANDBAG

As co-owner of digital agency Brandknew, a beauty writer, and purveyor of designer vintage costume jewellery company Friday Candy, Hannah knows the poise and polish required to put together a great outfit.

Aleisha is the founder of My Designer Handbag, offering designer rentals for all occasions. A fashionista who built a career in the industry, Aleisha has experience judging race-day fashion and can’t wait to bring that to the polo.

a nod to tradition or an outfit that breaks through current trends. I’ll be looking for an outfit that makes me smile – with a big smile looking back at me.

Hannah I’ll be looking for someone who has put thought into their outfit, something fresh and curated that suits the wearer, as well as being weather-appropriate - they will have to look put together but comfortable too.

Aleisha

I’m looking for something striking that catches my eye for all the right reasons. An outfit that is styled from head to toe with a nod to the latest fashion trends. The addition of a hat for sunny weather and appropriate shoes for the day are a must.

WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE THING ABOUT GOING TO THE POLO?”

Aki I love a good occasion to dress up and this is a perfect one. Plus,

people are looking for reasons to celebrate and have fun right now.

Murray Clevedon is a lovely part of the world and it’s always nice to escape the city for the day in the country. Watching people imbibing a little too much is a sport in itself.

Aleisha It’s one of my favourite summer events. Such a wonderful reason to get dressed up and enjoy an afternoon of festivities and socialising. There’s the thrill of watching a field of ponies charging and chasing and the highest calibre ‘people-watching’ on offer.

Entries can be submitted now via the NZ Polo Open website, or you may enter on the day between 11.00 am and 12.30 pm at the Fashion at the Polo table by the ticket collection tent.

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Georgia Fowler at Australia’s Portsea Polo in 2019

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Elegant and comfortable is the way to go at the polo. Keep things chic with breezy fabrics, sunsmart accessories and a hint of shine.

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Friday Candy necklace, POA. 9. Unify Dress from Moochi $329.99. 10. Cult Gaia Tao Sandal from Muse $549.

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Fashion Leo Chan and friends show us how menswear is done at the Veuve Cliquot Classic

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Ticket options From relaxed picnics to luxurious marquees, there are plenty of ways to socialise at the BMW NZ Polo Open JOIN THE CLUB

SCHWEPPES VIP MALLETS AND PONIES CLUB FROM $80 PER PERSON Join the Schweppes VIP Mallets and Ponies private lawn, where you’ll be welcomed with a complimentary Larios Clevedon Spritz cocktail, followed by a delicious morning snack from Urban Gourmet. Situated in the liveliest part of the ground and ensuring the convenience and privacy of your own members’ bar, the Club is the perfect place to enjoy the day with your mates. As the first ball is thrown in for the final match of the day, Pals will join you for Pals Hour, so make sure you grab your complimentary Pals before Urban Gourmet return, serving a delicious dessert snack. At 5pm this VIP bar will join the Club Setter Lawn for the Official George FM after-party.

Strictly R18.

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Ticketing GENERAL ADMISSION Bring your own picnic, chairs and sun umbrella and find a spot on the famous ‘Polo Hill’ overlooking all the action. If you prefer to get closer, nab a spot on The Club Setter Lawn, the hub of all the action on the day. The Polo Village surrounding the Club Setter Lawn will be on hand to offer delicious food truck cuisine throughout the day. This is the perfect option for small groups and individuals. ● ● ●

First Release: $40 2nd Release: $45 3rd Release $55

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On the Gate $60 Child (Under 15) $25 Child (Under 5) Free

CORPORATE HOSPITALITY Show your clients how much they matter by treating them to a VIP day at the polo. The hassle is taken out of hosting in a luxurious, private, field-side marquee. They come fully furnished and include delicious catering by Urban Gourmet. With your own a private marquee steward and starter beverage package included, it really is a fantastic private way to enjoy everything on offer. Gold, Silver and Bronze options available.

Contact the polo office for more details at openmanager@aucklandpolo.co.nz

LUNCH AT THE CLUB Entertain in style at the Auckland Polo Clubhouse Terrace at your own exclusive table. Enjoy a fantastic plated meal with an elevated view of the field. A few steps away is the Clubhouse bar, complete with private stewards so you can enjoy a truly VIP experience. $2950 + GST for a table of 10. Tables are limited. To book, email openmanager@ aucklandpolo.co.nz

TICKET TO RIDE Take away the hassle of getting to and from the polo by booking the bus. The bus leaves from Britomart at 10.30am and returns at 8.30pm. Tickets from $40 at iTICKET.co.nz

BOOTS AND ALL BOOT PARK FROM $740 + GST Bring everything yourself. For those who want their own space, the Boot Park is ideal. Giving you 3m of field-side space to use as you choose and 20 tickets this is one of the most popular options on the ground and sells out every year.

Please note the event is strictly no BYO on any beverages.

Includes 20 tickets and 3 metres of field side space.

VIP BOOT PARK FROM $1500 + GST If you’re keen to cater yourself but don’t fancy lugging your gazebo out to the polo, this is the best way to spend the day. The VIP Boot Park is field side, with a marquee and base furnishings.

Bring your own picnic and purchase drinks from one of the many bars onsite. Please note the event is strictly no BYO on any beverages.

Includes 20 tickets, 3x3m marquee, 10 chairs, one round table, one trestle table.

BOUTIQUE VIP FROM $2750 + GST Catered by Picnic Box and with a starter beverage package, the Boutique VIP is a fantastic way for a smaller group to spend a day at the polo.

Purchase drinks from one of the many bars onsite.

Please note the event is strictly no BYO on any beverages. Additional tickets $115 each.

Includes 3x3 marquee, private picketed lawn area, rattan furnishing, 10 tickets, 10 x individual picnics.

For Boot Parks and Hospitality packages contact Lucy: openmanager@aucklandpolo.co.nz Ph: +64 210 695 960

PICNIC AT THE POLO FROM $80.00 PER PERSON If you don’t fancy taking your own picnic we’ve got you covered. We’ve teamed up with our friends at Picnic Box to create a mouth-watering spread. Simply bring your ticket and head to the Picnic Box trailer in the Polo Village before 12pm to collect your tasty hamper.

Ticket includes GA admission, Picnic Box picnic and entry to the George FM After-Party. Please note the event is strictly no BYO on any beverages.

’10% off General Admission and Schweppes VIP Mallets and Ponies’ Use code ‘MAG10’

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Programme BMW NZ POLO OPEN FINALS SUNDAY 21 FEBRUARY, 2021 Auckland Polo Club Fisher Field, 102 Clevedon-Kawakawa Road, Clevedon

11.00AM Gates open

3.00PM Horse versus Horsepower Race

11.30AM Open Handicap Final

3.15PM Parade of Champions

1.00PM Stomping the Divots

3.30PM BMW NZ Polo Open 2021 Final

1.15PM The Fisher Challenge

4.15PM Stomping the Divots

2.30PM Fashion at the Polo. Pre-register for Best Dressed Woman, Best Dressed Gentleman and Best Accessory at info@aucklandpolo.co.nz There’s also a registration desk on the day.

5.15PM Presentation on Clubhouse Lawn

2.55PM Veuve Clicquot and Rodd & Gunn Dashes

8.30PM Bus departs to Britomart

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5.30PM George FM afterparty, Clubsetter Lawn

SAFETY For your safety, spectators must not be in the safety zone during play. Polo ponies and polo balls travel at speed and if either hits you, it hurts. The safety zone is the area within 10m of the boards (the sideboards outlining the field) and 30m from the back goal-line.

Only players, umpires, referees, goal judges, officials or stick holders may enter the safety zone while the game is in progress.

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Kitted out to win Top New Zealand polo player Kit Brooks says the sport is all about horsepower

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n a normal year, top New Zealand polo player Kit Brooks would have made up to 12 trips overseas, mostly to Australia, although last year he had trips booked to both Hawaii and Barbados to play polo. Of course, last year was no ordinary year. Instead, the five-time NZ Open-winning champion spent a nonetheless “flat-out” winter at home, breaking in and training racehorses, and in some cases, retraining racehorses to switch codes to polo.

“The travel really breaks up my winter normally,” he says from KB Bloodstock, the thoroughbred training facility and home in Cambridge he shares with his poloplaying partner Bianca Drake. The property is surrounded by beautiful hill country and backs onto the famous Browne’s Hill, a worldrenowned training facility.

“We’ve also collected a few new young polo ponies and got them

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Star player

Left: Kit and the winning 2020 NZ Open Mystery Creek team.

Below: his dog Barrel, a regular sight at the polo; Kit in full flight for Tiger Building

started for their new career. I really enjoy retraining racehorses for polo.

So a long winter here has helped me start a few new, hopefully future champions.”

A champion himself, Kit has also spent a busy few months gearing up for the biggest event on the polo calendar: the BMW NZ Polo Open, the first major tournament in the world for 2021. This year marks the fifth year in a row Kit has played with fellow star player JP Clarkin. With the NZ Open firmly in their sights, they aim to do as many lead-up tournaments as possible to get their team match-fit. Meanwhile, horse preparation starts in October, ensuring they’re all riding the best possible ponies.

“And as players we try to be as fit and strong as possible,” says Kit, “with probably not enough hours spent in the gym as we should!”

Despite being around horses for most of his life due to his parents being involved with racing and hunting, and Kit and his siblings cutting their riding teeth as competitive showjumpers, he was a late start to polo, picking it up in 2000 when the family moved to Cambridge. His first go was at

Mystery Creek Polo Club, playing with his father, brother and a family friend. Immediately hooked, he got a job in polo and kept making contacts and friends in the sport, leading to many years playing professionally in the UK. “I found the game to be super addictive,” he says. “I loved the horsemanship, the speed of the game.”

He also loved the competitive nature of the sport, and the fact that it combined so many facets of agility, from handeye co-ordination to team dynamics, vision, strategy and fitness.

“You have to be fully committed – we live and breathe it. Whether that’s training horses and practising or watching the top players from around the world and learning from them.”

But the number one attribute, he says, is horsemanship. To be a top player is to be a good horseman.

“It’s fast, and on a half-tonne animal with a mind of its own, it can be dangerous… But we love the horses and without them we have

‘It’s fast, and on a half-tonne animal with a mind of its own, it can be dangerous’

nothing. So to me it’s all about horsepower.”

Over the years, he’s endured a couple of broken fingers and foot, and a handful of stitches on his face – a “lucky” avoidance of injury that he puts down to the strict game rules that ensure safety for horse and rider. It’s also down to his commitment to continual improvement.

“I’m forever working on my game.

You can never stop! It’s a neverending challenge.”

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Fast & furious “Like playing golf in an earthquake,” is how Sylvester Stallone describes engaging in a game of polo. Here’s what all that thundering action means

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t’s the oldest, fastest team sport in the world, a game once played by Persian royalty as early as 600BC. Since then, it has inspired a legion of codes, including cricket, golf, hockey and hurling.

And it’s still just as thrilling to watch today. A game of polo involves two teams of four riders, racing horses up and down a field, trying to score as many goals as possible. The team with the most goals at the end wins. Of course, it’s not quite as simple or easy as that.

The players Imagine controlling the horse with your left hand and calmly swinging your polo mallet in the other, trying to connect with that small white ball as you gallop along the field faster than Jesse James. It goes without saying that polo is a game for experienced riders.

The teams Four players make up each team.

Number 1 and 2 are forwards.

Number 3 is where you’ll find the best player. Number 4 is the

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Polo: The rules

goal defender. These positions are nonetheless fluid, with players attacking and defending where necessary. (See overleaf for more).

The rankings Much like golf, polo players have a handicap. Novices start at -2 and 10 is the maximum rating typically held by global superstars, of which there are less than 24 in the world. The individual handicaps are added up to produce a team handicap. All BMW NZ Polo Open teams have a handicap of 12.

The horses Ahem, they’re known as ponies. This is despite them technically being horses that stand at more than 14.2 hands high.

Because these agile animals run at such a pace, reaching speeds of up to 55km per hour, they tire quickly and must be rested. Most players will use at least six ponies per game, with some using two mounts for each period of play.

The field A typical polo match is played on a field measuring 274m long by 200m wide.

That’s 4ha or more than nine football fields combined. At half-time, you’ll be invited to ‘stomp the divots’, an age-old tradition in which you’ll thank yourself for wearing wedges.

The game At the polo, you’ll get used to hearing the word ‘chukka’. Don’t be alarmed – it has nothing to do with spending too long at the bar. Chukkas are seven-minute periods of play.

There are four or six of them in each game. Play continues until the ball goes out,

or the whistle is blown.

The umpires There are two mounted umpires. One will throw the ball into play in the middle of the field. They’ll repeat this after each goal and at the start of each chukka.

The goal posts These are 7.3m wide and collapsible for safety’s sake. Each time a goal is scored, teams switch goal ends.

The rules Without strict rules in place, you’d have a maelstrom of speeding ponies tripping over one another as riders aim for a ball travelling at speeds of up to 160km per hour. Adhering to the ‘right of way’ rule is vital to the safety of all riders and ponies on the field. The player who last hit the ball has right of way and no player can cross the line in front of that player unless there’s no danger to pony or rider.

If a pony crosses a player in a dangerous manner, a foul is called. Also for safety reasons, left-handed polo players must swing the mallet with their right hands.

The exceptions Yes, you will see players pushing each other. Known as ‘riding off’, it’s all part of the game, and as long as it’s not done at a dangerous angle, it’s allowed.

Sometimes the players hook their mallets together, which is also allowed, provided it’s below the level of the opponent’s shoulder – and never in front of a pony’s legs.

‘A polo pony is like a motorbike with a mind of its own weighing half a tonne.’ – Anon

The penalties Depending on the seriousness of the foul, the other team can get a free hit at an undefended goal 30 or 40 yards from the posts.

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Learn to play

Horseplay Want to be part of the polo set? Taking a lesson is the first step

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polo handicap is a person’s ticket to the world,” Winston Churchill once said, and although he couldn’t have foreseen the events of the past year, there’s no denying it’s a thrilling sport, regardless of whether you’re jetting overseas or racing a sweating pony across the field.

Anyone inspired to join the fray would be best to take a lesson, and in Auckland, there are options aplenty, with the Auckland Polo School in Clevedon providing the ideal training ground. Justin and Tamsin Watson’s renowned facility has a smaller field than the one you’ll see at the BMW NZ Polo Open, making it ideal for learners. Their experienced coaches and easy-riding ponies will ease you

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into the fast-paced game – and you’ll make a natural progression into the club as you up-skill. Justin and his team offer friendly coaching, either individually or in small groups. Check out facebook/poloschool for more info. There are a handful of other polo schools elsewhere in Auckland and throughout New Zealand if you’re keen to get started.

Numbers 1 and 2 are traditionally attacking forward players, with 1 being the most offensive goal-scorer, and 2, the feed. The Number 2 is also an assistant to number 3, the Playmaker, a central position that

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defends and attacks, and is usually the strongest player on the team.

Number 4 is the Defense or Back.

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TEAM PROFILE

Semco

Harry Semenoff Jr

Nina Clarkin

Simon Keyte

Will Hunt

Age: 43 Handicap: 0 Home club: Auckland

Age: 39 Handicap: 4 Home club: Mystery Creek

Age: 46 Handicap: 5 Home club: Mystery Creek

Age: 28 Handicap: 4 Home club: Auckland

Harry Semenoff makes a fifth attempt at realising his late father’s dream of seeing the Semco name on the BMW NZ Open trophy. For the past five years, Harry has recruited players from the glamour spots of the polo world, Argentina and England in his quest for NZ Open glory. With that pesky old pandemic ruling those visiting players out, it could be that, ironically, the answer to winning was right on his own doorstep all the time. Where better to start than with the world’s best female player, the amazing Nina Clarkin who divides her year between the UK and New Zealand. Add a wily ‘old master’ like multiple NZ representative Simon Keyte and a pinch of audacious talent in the form of Will Hunt and this might just be the recipe for ultimate success. It’ll certainly be the recipe for some exciting matches in the early stages of the tournament, not least because Nina is married to JP Clarkin who is playing for Tiger Mystery Creek, and Will’s brother Tom is playing for Seismic Performance. If this is the team that gets the Semenoff name on the Open trophy, there’s one certainty: there’ll be emotion-charged celebrations aplenty.

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2021 Teams

TEAM PROFILE

Seismic Performance

Arthur Morgenstern

James Worker

Matt Pitts

Thomas Hunt

Age: 64 Handicap: 0 Home club: Auckland

Age: 32 Handicap: 3 Home club: Auckland

Age: 33 Handicap: 3 Home club: Waimai

Age: 33 Handicap: 6 Home club: Auckland

Six goal international representative Thomas Hunt is the anchor for this talented team.

With his fast and incredibly nimble style of play, his team mates will need to be on the ball and ready to back him up. Clevedon players Arthur Morgenstern and James Worker are certainly up to the task. Arthur started playing at the comparatively late age of 35 and despite being told he’d never win the NZ Open, he’s done just that no less than five times. James is looking to etch his name on the trophy again too in this, his sixth NZ Open, and will bring to the field all the exuberant commitment he brings to everything he does. Luckily he also has talent in spades, as does the fourth team member, Waikato-based international and new father Matt Pitts who’s known for his powerful drives and strong defence. This team are a new combination, who have been showing promise in the lead-up tournaments this season. They’ve all got plenty of horsepower and if they gel, they’re going to be hard to beat.

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TEAM PROFILE

4Cyte Hololio

Jeremy (JJ) Jones

Edward Jones

Glenn Sheriff

Henry Jones

Age: 41 Handicap: 2 Home club: Hololio

Age: 17 Handicap: 1 Home club: Hololio

Age: 32 Handicap: 5 Home club: Hololio

Age: 29 Handicap: 4 Home club: Hololio

Clevedon is the home of polo in Auckland and it’s also home to the Hololio Polo Club, owned and run by the Jones family. Cousins Jeremy (JJ) and Henry Jones are both capped internationals and no strangers to this tournament. Adding to the family theme, they will be joined for the first time this year by Henry’s younger brother, Edward Elworthy-Jones who will be making his NZ Open debut. It’s fortunate that the family have a wealth of superb horses at their disposal, as the players can use eight or 10 ponies each in a single match at this level. The ponies will be very pleased with the signing of the new team sponsor – equine joint supplement 4cyte – a particularly savvy partnership helping the equine stars perform to the best of their abilities. The Jones boys need a team captain from outside the family who can keep up with them and keep the familial peace on the field. Gisborne-bred top Kiwi international Glenn Sherriff decided that two weeks’ isolation in a Christchurch hotel was a price worth paying to return from the UK and take up the challenge.

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2021 Teams

TEAM PROFILE

Tiger Mystery Creek

Ben Johnstone

Kaleb Watson

Kit Brooks

John Paul Clarkin

Age: 18 Handicap: 0 Home club: Bombay

Age: 19 Handicap: 0 Home club: Cambridge

Age: 36 Handicap: 5 Home club: Cambridge

Age: 42 Handicap: 7 Home club: Mystery Creek

The Waikato certainly punches above its weight in terms of turning out top level polo players, and this team is led by two of its finest. John Paul Clarkin and Kit Brooks are teaming up again, aiming to repeat their victories of the last 3 Opens. With the change in team handicap levels this year, the dynamic duo have scoured the country for two up and coming players on lower handicaps to round out the team. With the Tiger Polo Academy, a very successful incubator for young polo talent, handily located at JP’s Mystery Creek Polo Club, the right people for the job were close at hand. Eighteen year old Pukekohe lad Ben Johnstone and Morrinsville nineteen year old Kaleb Watson have been selected for what is a bucket list opportunity for young players. This is a step up to the big time for both these boys and they’ll be hungry to prove their worth alongside two legends.

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TEAM PROFILE

Brinks

Indi Bennetto

Matt Van den Brink

Craig Wilson

Jonny Coddington

Age: 26 Handicap: 1 Home club: Auckland

Age: 47 Handicap: 1 Home club: Auckland

Age: 48 Handicap: 5 Home club: Waimai

Age: 39 Handicap: 5 Home club: Hawkes Bay

The van den Brink family are great supporters of polo in New Zealand, with five family members actively playing, and there’s nothing chicken about this Brinks team. Matt van den Brink has made a comeback after 13 years out of the saddle to play at the number one position for this tournament. The rising star and one to watch here is Australian dynamo Indi Bennetto. The product of a passionate polo family, Indi knows how to get the best out of her horses and has some serious grit. She’s talented, fiercely competitive and won’t be easily intimidated. Captaining the team is another comeback kid Craig Wilson, who called time on his highly successful international career two years ago. Craig’s been coaxed out of premature retirement on his Waikato farm for the 2021 NZ Open; his years of experience, cool head and strategic thinking are going to be invaluable here. Rounding out this highly motivated foursome is Jonny Coddington, another senior international player who divides his year between Cheshire in the UK and the family’s stunning 300-acre polo stud in Hawke’s Bay.

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2021 Teams

TEAM PROFILE

Bombay

Sam Wyborn

Guy Higgenson

George Deverall

Ross Ainsley

Age: 34 Handicap: 0 Home club: Bombay Hills

Age: 33 Handicap: 5 Home club: Amuri

Age: 19 Handicap: 2 Home club: Bombay Hills

Age: 46 Handicap: 5 Home club: Bombay Hills

This year’s NZ Open features six very strong and evenly matched teams. What’s going to give a team the winning edge? If it’s horsepower, this team could well have the golden ticket with legendary polo pony breeder and trainer Ross Ainsley at the helm. Horses bred and trained at the Ainsley’s Pukekohe farm can be found playing at elite level across the globe. Ross plays a distinctive game; his mounts are nimble and responsive, he’s rarely beaten to the ball. Guy Higginson has ventured north from Christchurch to play alongside Ross. This rangy, young international is known for his fast running game and won’t take any prisoners. Third team member, up and coming professional George Deverell, can usually be found playing at the prestigious English clubs, but we’re fortunate to see him here this summer, being a dual citizen of the UK and New Zealand thanks to his Kiwi dad. Last but not least, Sam Wyborn makes his debut appearance at the NZ Open. Sam has played alongside Ross Ainsley for many years so knows his job in the team well. Watch out for Sam’s favourite pony, the stunning grey Shawn; she’s Sam’s go- to for the important chukkas.

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