February 23, 2015
By Contributor
Photos by Chris Jackson/Getty Images for Cartier
HRH Princess Haya Bint Al Hussein with actress Olivia Palermo
Dubai, UAE – In a thrilling final, the Desert Palm team featuring Rashid Albwardy and Alan Meeker won the 10th Cartier International Dubai Polo Challenge. The team defeated the UAE Polo Team patroned by HH Sheikha Maitha Bint Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum 10-4. Due to the morning’s sandstorm, the previous third place match had to be canceled. This lead to Cartier Red and Abu Dhabi agreeing to tie for third place.
In the presence of HRH Princess Haya Bint Al Hussein, Wife of HH Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, the Cartier International Dubai Polo Challenge was held at Desert Palm Resort & Polo Club on Saturday 21st February 2015. One of the most prestigious happenings on Dubai’s sporting and social calendar, the event was attended by Royals, celebrities, socialites, and of course some of the most recognised polo players in the world.
The Cartier International Dubai Polo Challenge was first held in March 2006. This year, for the first time, six teams battled it out for the coveted Trophy in what has become regarded as the most celebrated tournament of the year.
Among attendees at the event were American socialite Olivia Palermo, Lebanese singer Ragheb Alama, Marques of Blandford George Spencer-Churchill, Ambassador of La Martina, HRH Prince Abbas bin Ali bin Nayef of Jordan accompanied by his wife, HRH Princess Sima Al Abbas and HRH Princess Yasmine Bint Asem bin Nayef.
Following the game, guests continued to enjoy a wonderful atmosphere and admire the elegant setting of the event, delighting in Cartier’s exquisite hospitality. Spectators enjoyed a sumptuous afternoon tea at this social gathering of the season. Throughout the afternoon they were welcomed at the Cartier Villa that was transformed beautifully to premiere the new Clé de Cartier watch creations. This outstanding collection was presented for the first time following its global launch at the Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie in January, and will be available in all boutiques worldwide starting April 2015.
10TH CARTIER INTERNATIONAL POLO CHALLENGE
10TH CARTIER INTERNATIONAL POLO CHALLENGE
10TH CARTIER INTERNATIONAL POLO CHALLENGE
10TH CARTIER INTERNATIONAL POLO CHALLENGE
