Opening Day
Reporting by Leah
Photos courtesy of and property of Leah.
On a typical beautiful weekend day in late July and August, the Mercedes-Benz Bridgehampton Polo matches are anything but typical. The polo matches are a much anticipated summer social event in the busy Hampton social life. If you are a Hamptonite or a lucky visitor, the VIP polo tent is a much sought after venue.
The Mercedes-Benz polo matches are a sight to be seen, or more importantly, be seen at. The People. The Fashions. The people watching. Oh, and did I mention the polo matches? For most it is more people watching than match. The wealthy, the famous, and many locals throng to the polo matches which are a must on the social circuit.
This season’s polo match commenced on Saturday, July 19, and will continue for six consecutive weeks. They are held on a beautiful farm in bucolic Bridgehampton and start at 4pm. They normally last two plus hours and the majestic horses and studly polo riders provide for an entertaining afternoon.
Every week there are different sponsors and hosts. This week’s Mercedes-Benz Challenge Opening was hosted by Chace Crawford and included many celebrity sightings. Teams that will compete this season include: White Birch, Black Watch, Pony Express, Equuleus, Jumeirah Culu Culu and Mansour.
Polo Ralph Lauren will be the exclusive apparel retailer at the Bridgehampton Polo matches and became an official sponsor of the Black Watch Polo team in 2007, providing apparel created exclusively for the polo players.
All proceeds from the Mercedes-Benz Polo Challenge will go to the South Fork Breast Health Coalition. General admission tickets are available, and the location of the polo matches is at the Bridehampton Polo Club, 849 Hayground Road, Bridgehampton, New York.
Visit website http://www.sportpolo.com for more details.?The VIP Polo tent is by invite only.
