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Swiss Polo Association

We are the official parent organisation of all Polo Clubs in Switzerland

01/06/2026

A strong performance for Switzerland in Rome! From 27 to 30 May 2026, the FIP European Arena Polo Championship took place at the iconic Piazza di Siena in Villa Borghese, as part of the prestigious CSIO Rome.

After four days of intense competition, the Swiss team achieved an excellent 3rd place. The Swiss Polo Association warmly congratulates the players - Fabio, Luca, Tomy & Patricio, team staff and everyone involved on this outstanding result 🚀🚀🚀

The championship gave arena polo strong international visibility and underlined the discipline’s appeal as a dynamic, accessible and exciting part of the equestrian world.

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27/05/2026

Swiss polo is heading to Rome!

From 27 to 30 May 2026, the city of Rome is hosting the first FIP European Arena Polo Championship at the Piazza di Siena arena, within the Villa Borghese.

Held as part of CSIO Rome, one of the world’s most prestigious equestrian events, the championship will bring arena polo to an international stage and introduce the sport to a wider equestrian audience.

Eight European national teams will compete in two groups in a dynamic arena format. Over four days, two matches will be played each evening, with the final taking place on Saturday, 30 May.

Switzerland will be represented by Fabio Meier, Luca Meier, Tomas Ruiz Guinazu and Patricio Gaynor.

We look forward to seeing Team Switzerland compete on this historic stage. Hopp Schwiiz!!!

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01/12/2025

The Swiss Polo Association (SPA) is pleased to announce that Stefan A. Locher was elected as President of the SPA as of October 2025.

Stefan A. Locher, a longstanding polo player and member of Largovia Polo, brings great personal passion and experience to the sport. An ophthalmologist with his own practice in Zurich (OKeye.ch), he is an active player himself and was also a founding member of the former Legacy Polo Club (now Largovia Polo), where he worked to promote the development and broader establishment of polo in Switzerland.

Under his leadership, the SPA will continue its mission of representing the interests of all Swiss polo clubs, coordinating the national team and international participation, as well as overseeing tournament regulations and player handicaps.

Stefan A. Locher emphasises the value of the collective strength of Switzerland’s polo community and the importance of increasing visibility, respect for the sport’s heritage and enabling broader access to competitive and social polo.

The SPA welcomes his presidency and looks forward to a future of continuity, collaboration and renewed energy across Swiss polo clubs and events.

19/10/2025

// - 🏇❄️ – Right of Way explained!

One of the most important safety and strategy rules in polo is the Right of Way. It determines which player has priority to the ball and ensures the game flows fairly and safely.

✅ A player only loses their right of way if they are ridden off or legally hooked by another player.
✅ In a ride-off, one player can push an opponent off the line of the ball – but it must be done side by side, never at a dangerous angle.

This rule makes polo not only a thrilling, fast-paced sport but also one of great precision, balance and horsemanship. Every second on the snowy field of St. Moritz, riders calculate speed, angles and timing to either protect their right of way – or challenge their opponent’s. ⚡

When you watch the Snow Polo World Cup St. Moritz 2026, keep an eye on these intense ride-offs. They’re moments of pure strength and strategy, where the crowd holds its breath and the outcome of the chukka can change in an instant.

📅 Save the date: 23–25 January 2026 – the frozen lake is waiting for you!

11/10/2025

Our national team coach, Raul Laplacette, was always by our players’ side — checking in on the petiseros, the horses, and, of course, congratulating everyone after the win. We are all part of the same team, united in our efforts and our success.

08/10/2025

What a historic moment for our national team! After an outstanding performance throughout the FIP European Championships, they proudly bring home the silver medal. Check the article on .equestrian website, section news.
https://swiss-equestrian.ch/fr/news/léquipe-suisse-de-polo-remporte-largent-aux-championnats-deurope-fip-2025-en-pologne

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04/10/2025

// - Herzlichen Glückwunsch an das Gewinner-Team: Styger & Partner.

Danke an Spieler, Gäste & Sponsoren. Was war Euer persönliches Highlight? Schreibt es uns in den Kommentaren.

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🏇🥇 www.poloclubascona.ch 🥇🏇
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06/09/2025

Meet the Players!
Patricio Gaynor Benoit is making history as he wears the national colours for the very first time – a moment not to be missed!
Tomy Ruiz Guiñazú brought his talent and determination to the World Playoffs under the Swiss shirt.
Patricio Gaynor Benoit is making history as he wears the national colours for the very first time !

05/09/2025

Reto Gaudenzi and Fabio Meier were appointed as National Team Managers last October. Over the winter season in Argentina, they worked diligently on the selection and training of players.

In early August, Fabio unfortunately suffered a muscle tear, which prevented him from participating in several of the planned tournaments. Nevertheless, his focus remained firmly on being ready for the European Championship – and he achieved exactly that.

Today, our national team won their semi-final game against Italy.

28/08/2025

// - 🇵🇱 The XV FIP European Championship begins this week at Sowiniec Polo Club in Poznań, Poland.

To mark the occasion, we share an interview with Mateusz Switalski, co-founder of Sowiniec Polo Club, on the significance of hosting the event in Poland, its impact on European polo, and the preparations to welcome teams and spectators.

📖 Swipe to read the full interview.

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