The opening day of the Hublot Polo Gold Cup Gstaad saw the sun shining down on the playing field, which has remained in perfect condition throughout the very dry summer thanks to the dedicated team who took great care of the grass.

The qualifying matches were already fiercely contested and have set the bar very high for an action packed weekend. Team Sir, a newcomer in Gstaad, won against Team Gstaad Palace after a very intense match (7.5-6).

A tightly fought match between Team Banque Baring Brothers Sturdza SA and Team E. I. Sturdza Investment Funds had the crowds hooked with both teams battling for the lead. In the 3rd chukker Marcos Riglos (Team Banque Baring Brothers Sturdza SA) broke his stick during an action but managed to save the situation by turning it upside down and playing with the handle for 45 seconds, hitting the ball twice!

Thursday night will conclude with an asado, a traditional Argentinian BBQ, welcoming players, partners and petiseros for a “after show” feast cooked by the chefs of Gstaad Palace.

Friday will see the players’ parade on their horses through the streets of Gstaad, followed by a cocktail at the Hublot boutique to start the 20th anniversary celebrations in style!

Saturday’s matches will resume at 13:30 on the Gstaad Saanen airport fields with all four teams vying for a place in the Hublot Polo Gold Cup Gstaad final.

Sport will be followed by the much-awaited Gala evening!