Polo’s Biggest Show is Coming to the Heart of Brisbane
Polo is coming to Brisbane only minutes from the heart of the CBD, at Doomben Racecourse, on Saturday, October 23rd.
The national sporting series, Paspaley Polo in the City will for the first time add Brisbane to its' tour schedule this year extending the series across five capital cities.
Celebrating its fifth anniversary, Paspaley Polo in the City, has grown to become a hugely exciting spectator event which showcases Australia's top professional polo players. Often likened to the way in which Twenty20 has transformed cricket, Paspaley Polo in the City has revolutionized the traditional polo match to create a high octane, fast-paced and dynamic spectacle.
An all star lineup of players will display their high speed athleticism as teams of four steer their mounts across the field to achieve the most goals. Argentinean horseman, Jakob von Plessen, will marvel spectators with his performance on the field. The 27-year-old von Plessen is most famous for his documentary series, The Rider, in which he takes viewers around the globe as he learns from and competes against the greatest horse riders in the world.
Paspaley Polo in the City brings together a dazzling combination of the world's fastest ball sport with hospitality and entertainment to form an unforgettable day out for Brisbane. Tickets are onsale now through Ticketmaster. The Paspaley VIP Marquee ($278.50) will offer a chic and vibrant experience complete with Veuve Cliquot and lunch prepared by celebrated Australian chef and owner of Brisbane's e'cco restaurant, Philip Johnson. Tipped to be immensely popular, the Coopers Bar ($55) will offer direct views of the polo field and a wide choice of food and bars from the within the marquee. Other features will include an After Party with DJ Andy Murphy providing the tunes.
Further information is available at http://www.doombenpolo.com.au
