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POLO - Local News 26 Nov, 2023

Patrons Aibak Polo Cup 2023: Diamond Paints lift trophy

Diamond defeat Remounts by 8-6: President LPC Azam Hayat graces final as chief guest Sports Bulletin ReportLAHORE: Diamond Paints horse men overcame Remounts 8-6 in the final of the Patrons 47th Aibak Polo Cup 2023 to claim the title at Lahore Polo Club (LPC) on Sunday here.Saqib Khan Khakwani showed supper game skills, as he scored three goals for his team and played a key role in winning title for Diamond Paints. Raja Temur Nadeem and Mir Huzaifa Ahmed contributed two goals each, while Bilal Hayat Noon scored one goal. Remounts' efforts were marked by Lao Abelenda's three goals along with two goals from Mohammad Naeem and one from Omer Asjad Malhi. In the earlier subsidiary final, Team Newage Cables/Master Paints showcased superior polo skills, outpacing Pebble Breaker 6-3. Both teams displayed commendable performances, but Newage Cables/Master Paints demonstrated their prowess, securing a decisive 6-3 victory in the subsidiary final.President LPC Azam Hayat Noon graced the final as chief guest. Executive Committee members, and esteemed guests, including Patrons Mir Shoaib Ahmed, Farooq Amin Sufi, Adnan Jalil Azam, Alman Jalil Azam, Taimur Ali Malik, Mir Khuzaima Ahmed, and Qadeer Ashfaq were also present of this occasion.

POLO - Local News 24 Nov, 2023

Aibak Cup: Diamond Paints, Remounts qualify for main final

Sports Bulletin ReportLAHORE: Diamond Paints and Remounts booked berths in the main final of the Patrons Aibak Polo Cup 2023 after emerging triumphant in their respective semifinals at Lahore Polo Club grounds on Friday. A vibrant crowd of spectators gathered at the Lahore Polo Club to witness the exhilarating polo semifinals, with the esteemed presence of Lahore Polo Club President Malik Azam Hayat Noon, executive committee members, the secretary general, and numerous families adding to the festive atmosphere. The first semifinal showcased a commanding performance by Diamond Paints, outclassing Master Paints with a significant margin of 11-6. Raja Temur Nadeem and Bilal Hayat Noon shone for Diamond Paints, contributing four goals each, while Saqib Khan Khakwani netted a brace, and Mir Shoaib Ahmed struck one. For Master Paints, Iranian player Amirreza Behboudi, Sufi Mohammad Haroon, and Chaudhary Mohammad Hayat managed two goals each. In the second semifinal, Team Remounts demonstrated superior polo skills against FG/Din Polo, securing an inspiring 8-5 victory. Abelenda spearheaded Remounts' charge with a remarkable contribution of four goals, while Shahid Imran added two goals, and Mohammad Naeem and Omer Asjad Malhi each scored one. For FG/Din Polo, Mumtaz Abbas Niazi and Juan Cruz Greguol each tallied two goals, while Mian Abbas Mukhtar converted one

POLO - Local News 22 Nov, 2023

Aibak Cup: Diamond Paints, Remounts storm into semifinals

Sports Bulletin ReportLAHORE: Diamond Paints and Remounts moved into the semifinals of the Patrons Aibak Polo Cup 2023 after beating their opponents here at Lahore Polo Club on Wednesday.In the day's first clash, Diamond Paints triumphed over Barry's Polo with a resounding 8-3 victory. Bilal Hayat Noon led the charge with four impressive goals, supported by Raja Temur Nadeem's three strikes and a goal from Diamond Paints' CEO Mir Shoaib Ahmed. On the opposing side, Ibrahim Khalil netted two goals, and Maisam Haider contributed one for Barry's Polo.In the second match, Remounts, powered by Abelenda's outstanding performance with six goals, secured a 7-3½ win against Pebble Breaker. Swr. Mohammad Naeem added one more goal to Remounts' tally. Despite a handicap advantage of one and a half goals, Bilal Haye and Ahmad Zubair Butt managed to convert one goal each for Team Pebble Breaker.With these victories, both Diamond Paints and Remounts have earned their places in the highly anticipated semifinals, scheduled to take place on Friday. The Lahore Polo Club continues to be a vibrant hub for thrilling polo action, drawing polo enthusiasts and supporters alike.

POLO - Local News 19 Nov, 2023

Aibak Cup: Newage/Master Paints, Diamond Paints score wins

Sports Bulletin ReportLAHORE: Newage Cables/Master Paints recorded a close victory against DS Polo/Sheikhoo Steel, while Diamond Paints delivered a commanding performance to triumph over Pebble Breaker in the Patrons Aibak Polo Cup 2023 matches at Lahore Polo Club grounds on Sunday.The opening match of the day witnessed Newage Cables/Master Paints clinching an 8-6½ win against DS Polo/Sheikhoo Steel. Hamza Mawaz Khan showcased exceptional skills, contributing seven impressive goals, with Adnan Jalil Azam adding the crucial eighth goal for Newage Cables/Master Paints. On the opposing side, Nicholas Roberts scored four goals, while Daniyal Sheikh and Lt Col (R) Omer Minhas each struck one goal for DS Polo/Sheikhoo Steel. The second match unfolded as a one-sided affair, with Diamond Paints overpowering Pebble Breaker with a resounding 12-4½ victory. Bilal Hayat Noon and Raja Temur Nadeem played stellar polo, each securing four fantastic goals, while Mir Shoaib Ahmed and Saqib Khan Khakwani contributed two goals each to Diamond Paints' dominant performance. Ahmed Zubair Butt scored a brace for Pebble Breaker, with Abdul Rehman Monnoo and Agha Musa Ali Khan adding one goal each.

POLO - Local News 17 Nov, 2023

Patrons Aibak Cup: Master Paints, Remounts post victories

Sports Bulletin ReportLAHORE: Teams Master Paints and Remounts asserted their dominance with commanding victories over their opponents during the Patrons 47th Aibak Polo Cup 2023 matches at Lahore Polo Club grounds on Friday. The opening match of the day showcased Master Paints' skillful play as they outpaced FG/Din Polo with a final score of 9-6. The standout performance came from Iranian player Amirreza Behboundi, who showcased excellent polo skills, contributing impressive six goals to secure victory for Master Paints. Teammates Agha Musa Ali Khan and Chaudhry Hayat added two and one goals, respectively. On the opposing side, Juan Cruz Greguol led the scoring for FG/Din Polo with four goals, while Mian Abbas Mukhtar converted a brace. In the second match, Team Remounts dominated the field with a commendable 10-6 victory against Team Barry's. The hero of the day for Remounts was Abelenda, who not only displayed outstanding polo skills but also contributed four crucial goals to his team's triumph. Omar Asjad Malhi hammered a hat-trick and Swr. Mohammad Naeem scored a goal for Remounts. Raja Jalal Arslan played well for Team Barry’s, contributing three goals, while Maissam Haider and Nafees Barry converted two and one goal, respectively. Both matches drew enthusiastic spectators, including Lahore Polo Club President Malik Azam Hayat Noon, executive committee members, players, and their families, all of whom enjoyed the thrilling displays of skill and sportsmanship at the Lahore Polo Club grounds.

POLO - Local News 15 Nov, 2023

Aibak Polo Cup: Master Paints, Pebble Breaker record victories

Sports Bulletin ReportLAHORE: Master Paints and Pebble Breaker triumphed over their opponents in the gripping encounters of the Patrons 47th Aibak Polo Cup here at the Lahore Polo Club grounds on Wednesday. In the opening match of the day, Master Paints clinched a narrow victory against DS/Sheikhoo Steel, with a final score of 9-8½. Iranian polo sensation Amirreza Behboudi showcased exceptional skills, netting all nine goals for Master Paints. On the opposing side, Argentina's Nicholas Roberts demonstrated his prowess by converting all eight goals for DS Polo/Sheikhoo Steel. The second match of the day proved to be a nail-biter as Pebble Breaker secured a hard-fought win against Barry's Polo with a scoreline of 6½-5. Abdul Rehman Monnoo led the charge with three goals, while Bilal Haye contributed two, and Agha Musa Ali Khan added one for Pebble Breaker, which held a half-goal handicap advantage. Raja Jalal Arslan notched three goals, and Ibrahim Khalil scored a brace for Barry's Polo.

POLO - Local News 12 Nov, 2023

Saeed-uz-Zaman Janjua Memorial Cup: FG/Din Polo lift trophy

Sports Bulletin ReportLAHORE: FG/Din Polo edged out DS Polo/Sheikhoo Steel by 8-7½ in the main final of the Maj Gen Saeed-uz-Zaman Janjua Memorial Polo Cup 2023, sponsored by JS Bank, here at the Jinnah Polo Fields on Sunday. The special guests on this occasion were former Army Chief General Jahangir Karamat (R) and Mrs. Maj Gen Saeed-uz-Zaman Janjua. General's family, son Brig Badr-uz-Zaman (R), Club Secretary Maj Ali Taimur (R) and a large number of spectators were present on the occasion. The match between FG/Din Polo and DS Polo/Sheikhoo Steel proved a clash of titans and after a very tough fight, team FG/Din Polo emerged winners by a narrow margin of 8-7½. Juan Cruz Greguol was the hero of the day from the winning side, as he fired in five goals while Mian Abbas Mukhtar slammed in three goals for FG/Din Polo. Nicholas Roberts played well for DS Polo/Sheikhoo Steel by contributing three goals while Daniyal Shaikh added two and Col Omer Minhas (R) and Osman Aziz Anwar one goal each. Talking to media after registering title victory, Mian Abbas Mukhtar of FG/Din Polo said: “We are happy to have played the first final of the season and thanks to Allah Almighty, we have won it. We will play and plan better to win the upcoming tournaments as well.” FG/Din Polo’s Farhad Sheikh said that they played with a good game plan, which resulted in the title triumph. “We are keen to continue performing well in the coming tournaments and win more titles for our team.” Earlier in the subsidiary final, Master Paints outpaced Master Paints/Newage Cables by 9-5½.

POLO - Local News 11 Nov, 2023

Lahore Polo Club beat Lexington Polo Club in an exhibition fixture

Sports Bulletin ReportLAHORE (November 11, 2023): Lahore Polo Club secured a 4-3 victory against Lexington Polo Club USA during the second exhibition match of the four-goal Lipton Polo Cup 2023, at the Lahore Polo Club on Saturday.President Lahore Polo Club Azam Hayat Noon shared insights into the unique format, emphasizing the collaboration between Pakistani and American players, each forming a unified team. Taimur Ali Malik showcased exceptional skill by scoring three goals, with Jorge Antonio Vasquez scoring the remaining one goal for Lahore Polo Club. On the American side, William G Boland netted twice, and Carter Robert Carnegie added one goal.The closing ceremony was graced by Maleeha Shahnawaz as the chief guest, who awarded prizes to the talented players. The event attracted a significant gathering of club members and their families.

POLO - Local News 09 Nov, 2023

Saeed-uz-Zaman Janjua Memorial Cup: FG/Din Polo reach final

Sports Bulletin ReportLAHORE: The FG/Din Polo team has secured the main final spot in the Major General Saeed-uz-Zaman Janjua Memorial Polo Cup 2023, while Master Paints/Newage Cables booked their berth in the subsidiary final here at the Jinnah Polo Fields on Thursday.In a spectacular display of skill and determination, FG/Din Polo earned their ticket to the second consecutive eight-goal main final by triumphing over Diamond Paints with a final score of 8-5. The standout performer of the match was Juan Cruz Greguol, who delivered an outstanding performance, contributing six crucial goals. Mian Abbas Mukhtar added two more goals to seal their victory. On the opposing side, Saqib Khan Khakwani and Raja Temur Nadeem managed a brace each, while Mir Shoaib Ahmad secured the remaining goal for Diamond Paints. In another thrilling encounter on the same day, Master Paints/Newage Cables secured their place in the subsidiary final by defeating Rijas Polo with a commanding score-line of 9-4. Hamza Mawaz Khan showcased his prowess with an impressive five-goal contribution, supported by two goals from Adnan Jalil Azam.Alman Jalil Azam and Farooq Amin Sufi each chipped in with a goal for Master Paints/Newage Cables. Isaac Hagedoorn and Faisal Shahzad managed two goals each for the valiant Rijas Polo team. As the excitement builds, polo enthusiasts look forward to two pivotal matches scheduled on Friday.

POLO - Local News 08 Nov, 2023

Exhibition polo match: Lexington Club and Lahore Club play a 5-5 draw

Sports Bulletin ReportLAHORE: An exhibition match between Lexington Polo Club of Kentucky and Lahore Polo Club played here at the Lahore Polo Club on Wednesday and after a tough competition, the enthralling encounter ended in a 5-5 draw.This was the first match of the two exhibition match series that is the part of the ongoing Lipton Polo Cup 2023. From team Lexington Polo Club, William G Boland and Jorge Antonio Vasquez contributed with two goals each while Michael Lawrence Frank struck the remaining one goal. From Lahore Polo Club team, Alman Jalil Azam and Faisal Shehzad converted two goals each while Taimur Mawaz pumped in the remaining one. The second exhibition match will be played on Saturday.Meanwhile, on the other hand, two important matches will be played in Lipton Polo Club today (Thursday). The players of the visiting American team met President Lahore Polo Club Malik Azam Hayat Noon and executive committee members of the club, and expressed their delight of playing at such a historic polo ground. “We have come here from America to play polo on the invitation of Lahore Polo Club. It's great to be here and play polo on a historic polo ground,” they added.