AlUla, Saudi Arabia, January 20, The eagerly anticipated finals of the third edition of the Richard Mille AlUla Desert Polo Championship are set to captivate spectators today at Al Forsan Club in AlUla, bringing together the formidable Saudia and Richard Mille teams for a thrilling event.
The Saudi team, buoyed by the inclusion of Argentine polo legend Adolfo Cambiasso, enters the championship final with the determination to secure victory. In the semi-final clash against the Dadan team, the Saudi team displayed a dominant performance, securing an impressive 8-4 win that delighted polo enthusiasts.
On the opposing side, the Richard Mille team is geared up to challenge the Saudia team, having secured a last-minute 5-4 victory over the Bentley team in the semi-final on Friday, earning them a well-deserved spot in today's final match.
The journey to the finals saw the participation of eight teams in the Desert Polo Cup, set against the picturesque backdrop of AlUla. Noteworthy quarter-final matchups included a thrilling contest between the SABB and AlUla teams, culminating in AlUla's dramatic 7-6 victory in the closing moments of the match. Another intense encounter unfolded between the Taima and Khaybar teams, with Taima emerging victorious with a 6-5 scoreline in an exceptional display by both sides.
Today's semi-final features a highly anticipated clash between Taima and AlUla, promising polo fans an enthralling match that is not to be missed.
Organized by the Royal Commission for AlUla in collaboration with the Saudi Polo Federation, the Richard Mille AlUla Desert Polo Championship underscores AlUla's prestigious standing as a global polo destination. The tournament not only showcases the equestrian heritage of the Kingdom but also enhances AlUla's reputation as a prominent global destination for polo enthusiasts.
