Polo's on the move
Slowly but surely, polo is dismantling its tag of an elitist sport, with new formats and programmes seeking to engage young, diverse, urban & rural enthusiasts
Updated At : 06:57 AM Jul 30, 2025 IST
Veterans feel that Punjab can become a polo powerhouse, not just in Patiala, but across rural & semi-urban areas. Tribune photo: Rajesh Sachar
A HORSE doesn’t know your money or title, it only respects trust and skill, says Sharad Saxena, a member of the Indian Polo Association (IPA) Rules Committee, setting the tone for changing the rules of the game — how polo is viewed, played and taken up as a competitive sport. The dynamic makeover has inherent challenges, like the public perception that polo is nothing but an indulgence of the rich and famous, a field game of the elite. The answer to that is to engage younger, more diverse audiences, as well as nurture a grassroots love for polo and equestrian culture.
