Wed 19th Apr 2017$100,000 World Cup FinalPalm Beach Illustrated Win at Grand Champions
Easter weekend saw the richest prize purse in Grand Champions Polo Club history won by Palm Beach Illustrated in front of the biggest crowd ever to witness a game at the Florida Club. The victorious foursome of Jared Zenni, Santi Torres, Agustin Obregon and Tommy Collingwood won the eight-day, winner-takes-all tournament with an impressive 13-7 victory over Valiente I. Augustin Obregon, who scored eight goals, and was a catalyst for the team, was named Most Valuable Player. “To beat two Valiente teams is awesome," Obregon commented after the victory, "Valiente is one of the best organisations in the world. It is great to play against them and when you win, it's even better. It's great to beat the best teams in this tournament." There was something for everyone during the championship day. The Club hosted an Easter egg hunt with the Easter bunny, face painting for the kids, Miami Dolphin mascot T.D. was in attendance with cheerleaders aplenty whilst a filled-to-capacity VIP tent with food and drinks alongside live music entertained celebrities and polo fans. Bob Jornayvaz, who entered two Valiente teams, was gracious in defeat, praising the efforts of Club owners Marc and Melissa Ganzi, “They did an incredible job," Jornayvaz said. "They have shown that we can put together a different kind of tournament and have a lot of fun doing it. A big thanks to Marc and Melissa." Photograph: Jared Zenni of Palm Beach Illustrated works the ball downfield with Bob Jornayvaz defending. By ChukkerTV |