Richard Mille Team Wins 2025 AlUla Desert Polo Championship

AlUla: The Richard Mille Polo Team claimed victory at the prestigious 2025 AlUla Desert Polo Championship by defeating the Ikmah Team with a score of 8–6 in the thrilling final match. The event took place at the scenic Al-Fursan Village in AlUla, attracting sports enthusiasts from around the world.

Exciting Final Match

The final match was a closely fought battle, with both teams showing exceptional skill and determination. The score remained tied until the Richard Mille team delivered two winning goals in the final moments. The team was led by Argentinian polo star Pablo Mac Donough, joined by Clare Mountbatten, Marchioness of Milford Haven, and Mohammed Al-Suwaidi.

The Ikmah Team featured prominent players, including renowned polo star Nacho Figueras, HRH Prince Hamza bin Abbas, and Blouy Bingxing, who also put up a strong performance in the championship.

Tournament Highlights

The two-day event showcased intense competition among six teams. In other matches:

• The Dadan Team beat the Budget Team 7–6 in a playoff to avoid last place.
• The Bentley Team edged past the AlUla Team 6–5 to win the subsidiary cup.

Individual Honors

Several players and horses received special recognition during the awards ceremony:

• Best Player: HRH Prince Hamza bin Abbas.
• Best Female Player: Clare Mountbatten.
• Top Scorer: Nacho Figueras.
• Best Horse: Obsolete.

Awards Ceremony and Leadership Support

The trophy was presented to the Richard Mille team by Amr Zedan, Chairman of the Saudi Polo Federation, and Abeer AlAkel, Acting CEO of the Royal Commission for AlUla. The event was also attended by Piero Delier, President of the International Polo Federation.

Chairman Zedan expressed his pride in the tournament’s success and congratulated the winners. He emphasized the Saudi Polo Federation’s commitment to growing the sport in partnership with the Royal Commission for AlUla.

He credited the Kingdom’s leadership, the Saudi Olympic and Paralympic Committee, and the Ministry of Sports for their unwavering support, which has allowed Saudi Arabia to host world-class sporting events that attract global attention.

A Celebration of Polo in AlUla

The AlUla Desert Polo Championship continues to elevate the sport of polo in the Kingdom, blending rich cultural heritage with modern sporting excellence. The stunning desert backdrop of AlUla adds a unique charm to this internationally renowned event.

Stay tuned for the next edition of this spectacular tournament, as Saudi Arabia solidifies its position as a global hub for sports and entertainment.