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Untitled-2 1 23/11/17 2:28 PM Sheer Driving Pleasure PATRONS CONTRIBUTORS Peter Abisheganaden Ameerali Jumabhoy Simon Cariss Derek Mitchell Kelvin Chung K.C. Loh Patrick Furlong Ruelle Laurent Nurul Nadiah COMMITTEE Ali Namazie President Satinder Garcha Sonja Piontek Ali Reda Vice President Wee Tiong Han Siti Sarinah Sheldon Trollope Polo Captain Ali Namazie Amelie Villeneuve Honorary Secretary Rickard Hogberg
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SINGAPORE POLO CLUB 80 Mount Pleasant Road, Singapore 298334 MANAGEMENT Tel: +65 6854 3999 NEW LOOK, Fax: +65 6256 6715 Email: [email protected] www.singaporepoloclub.org NEW BEGINNINGS General Manager Sylvan Braberry Permit No.: MCI (P) 146/12/2017 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. COPYRIGHT BY SINGAPORE POLO CLUB. Opinions Secretary Joanna Wong expressed are solely those of the writers and are not necessarily endorsed by the Singapore Polo Club. The Club is not responsible or liable in any way in respect of any information contained in the contributed articles, advertisements, Head, Finance Woo Lee Choo photographs or illustrations in this publication. Editorial enquiries should be directed to [email protected]. Unsolicited material will not be Human Resource Manager Alinna Li returned. All information correct at time of printing. Published Quarterly by the Events & Banquet Manager Irene Seah Singapore Polo Club Membership & Marcom Kelvin Chung Manager 80 Mount Pleasant Road, Singapore 298334 Riding School Manager Daniel Sitranen Tel: +65 6854 3999 Fax: +65 6256 6715 Lifestyle & Events Manager Victor Phua Email: [email protected] www.singaporepoloclub.org Polo Administration Manager Sunny Oh Permit No.: MCI (P) 146/12/2017 RELEASE THE Connect with us at: Facilities and Maintenance Han Peck Hoe www.facebook.com/SingaporePoloClub Manager instagram.com/singaporepoloclub POWER WITHIN. twitter.com/singaporepolo INTRODUCING THE ALL-NEW BMW 5 SERIES. The all-new BMW 5 Series is a modern business sedan with the beating heart of an athlete. It unites intelligent business CONTACTS assistance systems with legendary BMW engineering and design. Committee [email protected] HR & Admin [email protected] On the open road the new, lightweight chassis with near 50:50 weight distribution improves handling significantly and Events & Banquet [email protected] Marketing, Advertising & Sponsorship [email protected] gives you the confidence to harness the irresistible 6-cylinder engine: an engine that can take you from 0-100km/h in Facilities & Grounds [email protected] Membership [email protected] just 5.1 seconds. Release the power within and take sheer driving pleasure to the next level. Finance [email protected] Polo [email protected] Visit Performance Motors or call 6653 2646 to book your test drive today. For more information, visit pml-bmw.com.sg Food & Beverage [email protected] Riding [email protected] Gaming [email protected] Sports & Recreation [email protected]
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OPERATING HOURS 4 President’s Message 6 General Manager’s Message FRONT DESK 7.30am – 9.00pm (Sunday to Thursday) 8 Singapore Polo Club Events 7.30am – 10.00pm (Friday & Saturday) January – March 2018 F&B OUTLETS 9 2018 Polo Calendar The Polo Bar 8.00am – 11.00pm (Daily) CLUB NEWS 10-12 New Look, New Beginnings The Mountbatten Room 8.00am – 11.00pm (Daily) 14 2017 Long Service Award
The Verandah 15 SPC Christmas Charity Drive 8.00am – 11.00pm (Daily) (Last food order at 10.30pm except for Poolside at 10.00pm) 16 New Member’s List 17 In Memory: Paul von Lissberg FACILITIES Gaming 11.00am – 1.00am ( Sunday – Thursday & Public Holiday ) POLO 11.00am – 2.00 am ( Friday, Saturday & Eve of Public Holiday ) 18-21 October saw the return of the Singapore Polo Club’s 16 goal GOLD CUP Gym 7.00am – 9.00pm (Weekdays) 22-25 Beinhorn-Faizullah Cup – Youth Challenge 8.00am – 8.00pm (Weekends) Mini-Tournament Jacuzzi 7.00am – 9.00pm (Daily) RIDING 26-27 Merriest Achievements in December LUSH Spa 10.00am – 9.00pm (Daily) 30-31 SPC Year End Riding Show 32 Pony Club’s Art Attack / Sizzlin’ BBQ Sauna 7.00am – 9.00pm (Daily) 34 Pony Camp
Squash Court 8.00am – 10.00pm (Daily) LIFESTYLE 38-40 Feature: Safari of a Lifetime Swimming Pool 46-49 Feature: A First For Everything 7.00am – 9.00pm (Daily)
Tennis Courts SPOTLIGHT 8.00am – 10.00pm (Daily) 50 Spooktacular Halloween
The Polo Loft 52 Members’ Networking Night 9.00am – 7.00pm (Tues –Sun) Towel Counter 22 38 7.00am – 9.00pm (Daily)
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Dear Members,
appy 2018! The New Year spells excitement for us in many areas in terms of our line-up of Polo, Riding & Lifestyle events and more importantly Hthe Club’s redevelopment and upgrading which will be undertaken by award-winning architect Ernesto Bedmar from Bedmar & Shi, a leading Singapore-based design firm.
As the Club turns 132 this year, it is important to preserve the rich heritage and long-standing traditions which has seen us through the years whilst keeping up with the ever-changing landscape of the economy.
The Club hasn’t seen an upgrade in the last 12 years and as such, one of the key highlights to look out for this year is the first phase of our upgrading which will be explained in depth in the next few pages. Members will receive progress updates through email announcements, The Polo Calendar promises another engaging year the Club’s Facebook & Instagram, Club magazine and a with the combination of adrenaline-pumping polo dedicated section on the Singapore Polo Club website action and a series of upbeat lifestyle parties. With which will include details and contents of the plans, international players gracing the tournaments, I hope renderings, timeline, FAQ’s and a feedback form. you will be intrigued to enjoy these tournaments. Beyond Polo and Riding, our social members can look Apart from changes in the aesthetics of the Club, forward to more frequent and engaging lifestyle a few other revamps will also be unveiled in time to activities such as Social Tennis, Themed Parties, Cocktail come, and all this is part of the Club’s plan to retain and & Networking Nights to name a few. Although Polo & expand our Membership. Riding is at the forefront of the Club, a range of social activities is also our priority and it is on the calendar this 2017 has been a very fulfilling year for the Club in year so do keep a lookout for these activities. terms of our finances despite the government’s new jackpot regulations. My gratitude goes out to our kind There is so much to look forward at the Club this year sponsors for their generous support. We look forward and I would like to invite you and your loved ones to the to building more lasting and memorable partnerships Club more often. with each and every one of our sponsors. With the Lunar New Year approaching soon, I wish The Riding Section has made significant you and your family a prosperous year ahead filled with improvements from 2015. We have new instructors bountiful blessings. on-board which will allow us to expand what we can offer in terms of more riding lessons and riding social activities. In addition, members can look forward to Sincerely yours, more riding clinics, children’s rides and better Pony Club Satinder Garcha experience this year. President
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Cowdray Advert A4_2017_Singapore Polo Club.indd 1 22/09/2017 14:25 GENERAL MANAGER’S MESSAGE
Dear Members,
ith the festive season just over, the new year will see exciting times for the Club in 2018 with a number of initiatives aimed at creating Wa happening, vibrant and fun Club. The number of lifestyle activities and events is set to increase, and reach out to a wider age group and audience.
Our first ever Members’ Networking Night was a great success with more than 40 participants sharing light moments, new friendships and connectivity. The event received great reviews from many of the Members and participants and is set to be a mainstay in the Club’s annual calendar of events. Our next Networking Night will be on Friday 23 February where a grand “Lo Hei” will be tossed in celebration of the Lunar New Year. Participants can expect to see our dynamic riding team showcasing their show-jumping skills while polo professional Sattar and our team of polo players will demonstrate their tent-pegging skills to the delight of everyone under the stars. Participants will also get an Members are fully encouraged to take part in the opportunity to pat the horses, and get a feel of what many exciting events and activities coming your way this it’s like in the exciting life of our riders and polo players. year. The National Dressage Championships is scheduled to be held in May 2018. This year will see many exciting As part of our efforts to introduce polo and riding to activities and events in support of this tournament. the community, and also to become more responsible In addition, as part of the Outreach’s initiatives, the corporate citizens, the Club through its Outreach Academy will also be supporting equine therapy for Program has had a number of initiatives planned in HCSA Community Services. Equine therapy will also be support of the less fortunate, and to charitable homes. made available to Members. Please stay tuned as we Outreach activities and events are expected to grow share more information and updates over the coming in numbers, and Members can also look forward to weeks. SPC’s first Polo Charity Tournament 2018 to raise funds for deserving beneficiaries. Members are invited to The Club has also created an additional page on our participate, and do their part for this meaningful event website, with the proposed redevelopment of the Club which is scheduled some time in May or June this year. to keep you updated on the progress, and give Member’s an opportunity to provide feedback and comments on Over at Riding, Members will enjoy our string of new this landmark project for our Club. horses at the riding school. The Riding School will be renamed to the SPC Riding Academy with the objective As always, we endeavour to do our very best and to make both riding and polo available to juniors and with your understanding and support, look forward to beginners through our customised programmes. One serving you even better this year! of the Academy’s objectives is to also introduce the “fun” element into riding and polo for the juniors and Here’s to a great year ahead for one and all! to create a community for both riding and polo juniors through the introduction of lessons, games, events and activities. There will also be a contest to name the Best Regards, “junior academy” so that it projects a fun, lively and Sylvan Braberry exciting section for our juniors. General Manager
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15 February 2018 Polo Season - Field Re-opens for stick & ball practice 1 March Practice chukkas begin 24 – 25 March Club Tournament 3 – 8 April BRONZE LEAGUE (2-4 goal) 24 – 29 April PRO-AM MEN’S CHALLENGE (4-6 goal) 5 – 6 May Club & Novice Tournament 12 May SPC CHARITY MATCH (6 goal) 15 May - 20 May SINGAPORE OPEN (8 goal) 9 – 10 June Youth Polo Challenge 15 June – 5 July Field Closed - Arena Polo Challenge 14 – 15 July Club & Novice Tournament 18 – 19 August Club Tournament 7 – 9 September POLO IN THE CITY (6 goal) 25 – 30 September WOMEN’S INTERNATIONAL (18 goal Ladies’ Handicap) 13 -14 October Club & Novice Tournament 25 – 28 October GOLD CUP (16 goal) 10 – 11 November Battle of the Sexes (2 goal) 17 – 18 November Grooms Cup & Club Tournament 20 November 2018 Polo Season Ends 1 February 2019 2019 Polo Season - Field Re-Opens
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New Look, New Beginnings
t the Extraordinary General Meeting held on 15 February 2017, a majority of the members present voted in favour of the proposed $6 million Club redevelopment works. AOur Club has not seen an upgrade in the last 12 years, and in order to retain and expand our membership base and develop new revenue streams, the clubhouse has to be lifted to a new level in line with current market standards befitting the Singapore Polo Club. After a rigorous tender and evaluation process, we are pleased to appoint award-winning architect Ernesto Bedmar principle and founder of Bedmar & Shi for the design and procurement of works for this redevelopment project. All pictures shown are for The works will take 18 to 24 months to complete and illustration purpose only. will be phased in three stages.
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In order to keep all members updated on our progress, we will share regular updates via: • email announcements • letters sent to your postal address • the Singapore Polo Club website, which will have details and content including plans, renderings, FAQ’s, and a feedback form; and • the Club’s Facebook and Instagram pages In the Club’s foyer we have the community noticeboard already in place which has the architectural plans, renderings, and a Suggestion Box for Members to be able We look forward to sharing updates at each stage of to share feedback and comments. the project, and look forward to receiving your support and Additionally, Members may also email management feedback as we go through this exciting new period for our directly to [email protected] historic Club.
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ABOUT BEDMAR & SHI relationships between buildings and nature with particular Bedmar & Shi is a Singapore based designed practice emphasis on quality design and execution of its diversified established in 1986, incorporating a wide range of portfolio. Their list of projects stretches from New York, architectural, conservation, landscape and interior designs. London, New Zealand, India and Malaysia to Indonesia, Since its inception, it has always maintained a staff of 12, Thailand, Tibet, Bhutan, Hong Kong and Singapore. a multicultural mix of personalities from various parts of For more information on Bedmar & Shi, please refer to the world, designers with a singular desire to explore the www.bedmarandshi.com
All pictures shown are for illustration purpose only.
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CLUB NEWS 2017 Long Service Award
Hashim Bin Imin – 5 years
Jasmani Bin Atmo Alwamal – 5 years
Gangatharan Lakshmanan – 5 Years
Sukumar Shetty – 10 years
Ting Heng Mou – 15 years
Oh Cher Ming, Sunny – 20 years
Tan Siew Fung, Ann – 30 years
Ripah Bin Sajim – 55 years
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Ms Melissa Ko, our Outreach Convenor presented the hampers & a cheque to the Centre on 4 December 2017 SPC Christmas Charity Drive
e would like to thank our members for your generous support in the recent SPC Charity Drive. We are happy to share that we exceeded our goal of 10 food and 10 toiletries hampers Wfor the residents of the Good Shepherd Centre! Thank you again for your support!
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A warm welcome to the new members who have recently joined the Singapore Polo Club family. We look forward to seeing you at the club!
CHARTER Bella Ong Bee Lay Daniel Paul Cullen David Rasaiah Winslow Ivan Chua Ying Ming Laurent Patrice Christian Piedois Mostapha Bin Rahj Kamal Rajvin Dave Singh William Hugh Peacock
REGULAR Alasdair Philip St John Spink Alexander Charles Frederick Howard Danaice Martinez Matthew Bird Nicholas John Tanner Rita Srinivasan (Mrs Rita Aspen) Samantha Jane Field Sebastian James Mackinnon Vivien Wu WenFang Xu Lei
REGULAR TERM Dorota Malgorzata Garrett Gilbert Jean-Christophe Philippe Ho Yoke Foong Irene (He Yufeng)
For reciprocal clubs, please refer to our website www.singaporepoloclub.org or email us at [email protected]
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in memory: Paul von Lissberg 1941- 2017
he unexpected passing of Paul von Lissberg who expired on 26th December 2017, emphasises the drawing to a close of a noteworthy era in the annals of the Singapore Polo Club – an era those of us fortunate enough to have lived through may well recall with vivid memories, yet Talso with a tinge of regret that times have since changed. Paul and his late wife, Brede, first joined the Club in the early 1970’s. Both were at the time accomplished riders and Paul proceeded to take up polo. During the decades which followed, each in their distinct ways, became almost an institution within the Club. Brede von Lissberg who sadly passed away in February 2005 following a short illness, started off several generations of children in riding at the Singapore Polo Club; she had the gift of imparting in children a lifelong passion for ponies and horses. Although the often gruff, taciturn exterior that Paul presented to the world after his bereavement belied the fact, I believe he never quite reconciled himself to the loss of his wife. Having held several committee positions at various times, among Paul’s most significant contributions to the Club were perhaps while he served as Polo Captain, first from 1975 to 1977 and then again in 1985-86. He left an indelible mark on the office which many – and for very different reasons – would continue to remember for years to come! To those of us who were fortunate enough to get to know him well over the years, Paul was passionate and extremely knowledgeable about all aspects of polo, horses and horsemanship (if he did not know something, he invariably made a determined effort to find out) and was always ready to assist anyone who wished to benefit from such knowledge. As those acquainted with him found out sooner or later, Paul had very rigid views about most things and was in the habit of expressing his opinions forthrightly if not even brusquely; certainly he did not suffer fools gladly. Invariably straightforward and absolutely honest to a fault, he was ever ready to assist anyone who had a genuine question or issue to resolve, especially if it concerned horses and polo. His was indeed a large presence in the history of the Singapore Polo Club, one that spanned several decades and he will be missed. For very many years he kept a watchful eye over the maintenance of the polo field as well as over the grounds staff, especially the groundsman, Yatim, who had an enormous respect for Paul and, it seemed to me, a genuine affection for him. Senior members will be aware that Paul was the principal driving force behind building the original indoor school at the Club in the 1980’s. Possibly fewer members would be aware of Paul’s contribution to the Club during the years 2003-06, while the Club was undergoing its major re-development, a significant aspect of which was the construction of the present-day large covered arena. I had turned to Paul for expert assistance with suitable footings for the arena. Typically, he threw himself wholeheartedly into the project and began to thoroughly research the entire complex subject. It was only after we had systematically examined and excluded several competing options, that he came upon the waxed fibre sand product which we eventually decided to import from the UK and install for the first time in Singapore. Remarkably, this waxed footing, has withstood the test of time and sustained heavy usage without having to be renewed for more than a decade now – a testament to Paul’s persistence when it came to anything which he considered really important. Apart from several close friends who reside in many different parts of the world and with whom he kept in touch, Paul von Lissberg leaves behind immediate family in Austria.
Obituary contributed by Ali Namazie
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October saw the return of the Singapore Polo Club’s 16 goal GOLD CUP
naugurated in 2016, this second edition of this tournament Club present in Singapore. Cowdray Park of course stage their was once again sponsored by BMW as presenting sponsor. own very prestigious Gold Cup event annually and we have They were joined by PRUDENTIAL who this year have been been in discussions with them for the past year concerning Ian important and generous sponsor of polo here. developing a synergistic, closer relationship between the two Despite an especially dense polo calendar during the first Singapore and UK based polo clubs. half of the 2017 season (largely due to the 2017 South-east Apart from the 16 goal exhibition match which took place Asian Games which took place in August), it is noteworthy on Sunday 29th October, as in the previous edition, the SPC that the Club was able to host two significant international GOLD CUP also comprised a round-robin tournament run over tournaments in the second half - the Women’s International in two days amongst three 10-12 goal teams:, Veuve Clicquot late September and following that, the GOLD CUP. Well done and KEF. The Prudential team was anchored by New Zealand’s to participating members, and a big thank you to the Club’s international 7 goaler Jean-Paul Clarkin playing alongside SPC staff, particularly the stable management and to the unsung pro Sanaullah Khan (2), SPC President Satinder Garcha (2) and heroes of all outdoor polo - the groundsmen! Vice President Wee Tiong Han alternating with Club member At 16 goals, the SPC’s GOLD CUP is certainly the highest Cyrille Costes (both playing off 0 goals), making a total of 11 level of competitive polo that one gets to watch within the goals. Veuve Clicquot was represented by South Africa’s highest region and perhaps even right across Asia. This year we were ranked player Tom de Bruin (7), Club pro Shane Boyd (2) and fortunate to have representatives of the Cowdray Park Polo Club members Ali Reda (1) and Lawrence Khong (0) adding
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Throw-in by SPC Vice-President, Wee Tiong Han up to a 10 goal team. Finally, KEF fielded a 12 goal team captained by South African Gareth Evans (6) who played alongside Craig Wilson (6) from New Zealand and Club members Lynly Fong and Ang Ban Tong (both 0 goals). The round-robin matches amongst the three teams were played on Thursday, 26th and Saturday, 28th October with each team playing four two chukka matches against the other two. With their three match wins, Prudential were the tournament winners, while Veuve Clicquot were second with two wins and KEF, winning one match, came third. The 16 goal four chukka exhibition match had a 15 goal Prudential team (playing in black jerseys) facing off a 14 goal team representing, newcomer to polo sponsorship in Singapore, the Wall Street Journal playing in white. For the exhibition match the visiting New Zealanders and South Africans joined forces respectively. The Prudential team comprised J-P Clarkin and Craig Wilson, joined by Satinder Garcha and Lawrence Khong; while Wall Street Journal had the two South Africans, Tom de Bruin and Gareth Evans alongside Ali Reda and Lynly Fong. As one would expect of such a higher goal match, the polo was open, fast and yet controlled with the professionals on either side rarely giving away a loose ball and almost never missing the slightest opportunity to turn the game in their team’s favour. Final score, after a riveting 4 chukkas, Prudential 8 vs. Wall Street Journal 5½. J-P Clarkin was Man of the Match; Caldera owned by the Club was chosen (for the second time this year) as Best Playing Pony. Visiting Professionals: (L to R) Craig Wilson, Tom de Bruin, Article by Ali Namazie John–Paul Clarkin & Gareth Evans
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Winners of the 2017 SPC Gold Cup - PRUDENTIAL: (L to R) David White (General J–P Clarkin receiving the Most Valuable Player Manager of Moet Hennessy Diageo, Singapore), Wee Tiong Han (Vice-President trophy from Mike Soldner (Founder, The B28 of the Singapore Polo Club), Sophie Hartmann (representing BMW Asia), Whisky Fund) Lawrence Khong, Satinder Garcha, J-P Clarkin & Craig Wilson
Best Playing Pony ‘Caldera’ belonging to the SPC and played by J-P Clarkin: (L to R) J–P Clarkin, Runners-up: (L to R) David White (General Manager of Moet Hennessy Diageo Chris Bethel (Polo Manager, Cowdray Park Polo Singapore), Matt Petersen (General Manager, Cowdray Park Polo Club), Lynly Club) & Groom Esvaran A/L Sundhararaj Fong, Ali Reda, Gareth Evans & Tom de Bruin
SPC Polo Captain Ali Namazie presenting the Club’s shield to Matt Petersen of the Cowdray Park Polo Club
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Spectators ‘treading-in’ at half time
Cowdray Park Polo Club representatives: (L to R) Matt Petersen, Liz Higgins & Chris Bethel
Anna Lysenko & Marieleng Skorge Spectators & invited guests at the 2017 SPC Gold Cup event
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Beinhorn-Faizullah Cup – Youth Challenge Mini-Tournament
ust one word to describe Youth Polo in SPC this year: I-N-C-R-E-D-I-B-L-E!! If anybody had told me, back in November 2016 Jwhen we had only a handful of kids playing 2-a-side at the Mt Pleasant Road arena, that only 12 months later we’d have the biggest Youth Polo Programme in Asia, played children’s exhibition chukkas and hosted the largest Children Polo Tournament in SPC history, I would have said you were crazy!!! Yet here we are! We just finished 2017 in spectacular fashion, with a Youth Polo Programme of over 20 children (and not-so-children as Sinclair keeps reminding me!!), playing regular polo and delivering the most amazing kids tournament I’ve seen (save for the Potrillos Cup in Argentina) I’m immensely proud of our boys and girls, who battled it out in the Beinhorn-Faizullah Cup over two days. Our special thanks go to long time members Dr Massood Faizullah, and Mr Alston Beinhorn, who donated the Cup to SPC some years ago. Masood, who presented the trophy, had great words of encouragement and inspiration to our young generation of players. And guess what? The polo was great to watch too!! I can still hear all the mums, dads, grandparents, cheering from the side lines! They were making more noise than the crowd at the Gold Cup!! The Round Robin tournament featured our young(est) players: Team White: Jed Gabler, Matias Furlong, Maya Brown, Alex Sorensen, Hugo de Lisle
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Team Black: Alice Duiget, Virgile Goldbgerg, Tom Lowdnes- Cox, Jansheer Singh Team Red: Lucas Furlong, Oscar Ma, Grace Cariss, Chloe Sultana Great polo by the younger ones, and after 2 days of intense action Team White came first by the narrowest of margins, just 1 goal! It really could have gone to either way, and they are all already asking for the re-match! We also held a Youth Exhibition where the older crop of players delivered a real polo match with long runs, spectacular goals and fun, open polo played. Nothing short of the adults’ game! Teams in the Youth Exhibition were: Team White: Sinclair Bordier, Max Parkhurst, Jed Gabler, Shane Boyd (Coach) Team Red: Lucas Ertugul, Lucas Furlong, Alice Duiget, Virgile Goldberg, Patrick Furlong (Coach) the polo kit, some oversized boots and helmets and -if we were It was an unforgettable event for the kids, and a hugely lucky- with a stick light enough to hit the ball! proud moment for their families. A very special event that kids The coaches and I are very happy with how the players and families will remember for a long time, which helped create have developed this year, and the programme itself has gone the sort of ‘family club’ we all want. It did bring memories of from strength to strength. We have a number of people to when I was their age and my father, who also started a polo thank for this, but fundamentally our thanks go to all parents, school in our home town club, took me through my first coaches, grooms, the club, and the sponsors. I look forward to chukkas with a bunch of other kids. Our mothers helping with everyone’s continuing support next year!
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For 2018 we are looking at an even bigger and better programme with more polo, more tournaments, even some international exposure, family tournaments, and who knows? Some much more to do! So watch this space… I’m very keen to grow the programme with more newcomers and give all children across ages the right time and support to develop their polo skills. I don’t know about you, but I just can’t wait!
Article by Patrick Furlong Photos by Simon Cariss
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(L – R) Edric Lee (Riding Instructor), Daniel Sitranen (Riding School Manager) & Ruelle Laurent (Riding Instructor) Merriest Achievements in December
ne of the foundations of our mission is to promote and Sugar and Rebell, showing us “the bounciest canter of your raise the standards of equestrianism for Singapore. In life” and some amazing clear lines on Rebell (not always a fan December we invested in three major initiatives that of picking his feet up). Every participant won a bracelet from Ohelped us do just that; we invested in our riders, in our staff our anti-bullying campaign NOT ON MY YARD. We will also be and in our horses. partnering with Larkspur Equestrian in the UK to take part in For our riders, we invited David Carville back from the UK this FEI anti-bullying drive. Please drop by the office and take to pick the show jumping teams that we will send to the UK a bracelet if you would like to support it. It was a great clinic, next year. The weekend itself was a huge success, with a large thank you again Dave for your energy and passion. number of riders at all levels practicing courses and exercises. I am so excited (and maybe quite jealous) as we get This time we started with the course riding on Saturday, planning for the UK trips. Here are the basics – it’s one week building a course that could be ridden several different ways. for the 30-60 and two for the higher teams. For your time The 30-60 group were superstars! We saw some great riding there, you will get a horse or pony to lease, that is effectively from Clarinda, Bea, Aayan, Anaaya, Arielle, Nivee, Isabel, yours for your time in the UK. You will get to ride twice a day Chloe, Zara and Bella. I was so impressed by how much of (jumping, flat and hacking), plus stable management lessons, the feedback from Dave’s previous clinics had been put into mucking out, feeding, grooming, turnout and total horse care practice; the team was so much better at creating and keeping instruction. We will organise participation in Larkspur shows a consistent rhythm, riding to the jumps, riding great lines and and local shows, and we will also take you to see some of keeping going, even when the ponies had other ideas! the highest level jumping at Hickstead and other Grand Prix I was particularly impressed by how much both Isabel and events. We will also be holding BBQs with the Equestrian Nivee got out of Sidan – that was some fierce riding! In the Academies affiliated with Larkspur, cross country training if 60-80 and 80-1m plus groups, the teams had also improved a you are interested (including water jumps – a personal panic lot. Kennedi did some great gymnastics with Cassie and we saw button moment for many horses and ponies) at one of the some other terrific combinations in action – Ysabelle on Tyrion, many amazing cross country venues that we can hack to, Maddie on both Venice and Dimples, Chiara on Toby and Grace shooting and parents hacking to some of the nearby pubs. It on Tiptoe. Zoe did a great job on different horses, as Percy will be intense but amazing. We will likely send the SPC teams is currently sadly lame, and Viktoria really helped the lovely with an SPC instructor to ensure the most immersive coaching Lady to get jumping! Tiffani and Tia did fantastically well with and instruction takes place. I can’t wait!
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Sean Hope posing for a photo right before his clinic Our grooms and instructors with the BHS examiners
For our staff, we have invested in two major programs. We are unique in Singapore in that all we would like all of our grooms to be qualified to at least BHS Stage One standard. This year, Edric took the responsibility to train the grooms and I’m happy to report that everyone was able to participate in the classes. Daniel and Laurent did some scary mock exams at various stages. I’m convinced that if you ask any groom at SPC to name all the feed and watering rules, they can do it with their eyes closed! We also wanted to continue to upgrade the instructors’ certifications. We are unique in Singapore to do this.
Our grooms looking sharp for their BHS exam!
Paul Crago giving pointers to Edric
This year we invited Paul Crago, Head Coach to the British Showjumping Coaches (BSJA) to instruct the whole team to UKCC Level 2. This was an intensive four days of training, with theory, demo riding and a large amount of homework. The Riding Instructor Edric with Boa poor instructors were completely exhausted by the end, but I think we can all agree that it was totally worthwhile to keep Finally we invested in three new horses to add to our string qualifying our instructors with the latest techniques. Once in Riding Section. Get ready to welcome the gorgeous Boa, these exams have been completed, all of our instructors will be Kane and Rambo. Imagine a mix between Tiptoe and Tyrion qualified to teach to 120 jumping (with some further for the and you will see what we were aiming for. I can’t wait for more advanced riders). I was struck by how much experience them to land – I’m expecting them to be much sought after! our instructors actually have, in both dressage and jumping. Thank you to the riders, instructors and horses at SPC for We don’t always do a great job at communicating this, but as putting your heart and soul into these big investments. I think an example, Daniel and Edric have both ridden and placed at we will all enjoy the efforts! the highest levels of dressage and both have competed in 120+ jumping as well. In my view this makes SPC very well qualified Article by Amelie Villeneuve to train our riders and horses to whatever level they would like. Photographs by Ruelle Laurent and Siti Sarinah
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SPC Year End Riding Show n 25th November 2017, the Riding school had its year end show to round up the wonderful riding year. The Show definitely didn’t disappoint with Oexcellent jumps from our riders.
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t wasn’t just the season of giving for our young and very talented Pony Clubbers. It was also the season to unleash their creativity by decorating their very own horse shoe for Christmas! IGreat job Pony Clubbers! Special thanks to Amanda Buckland- Mcgowan, our instructors Edric Lee, Krystal Wang, Keith Choi and Ruelle Laurent.
Sizzlin’ BBQ hat better way to end the year aside from a BBQ! The riding section organised a BBQ for riders and grooms to celebrate the hard work and achievements in 2017. It was Wdefinitely a heart-warming evening as our riding instructors donned the hats of chefs and took turns to BBQ for the riders and grooms!
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he school holidays was made even sweeter for our young pony clubbers who signed up for our exclusive 3 day Pony Camp where Pony Camp they learnt how to groom & tack and shower a horse in addition to learning how to ride. We look forward to our next pony camp! 19 – 21 December 2017 T
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Safari of a Lifetime
ave you ever ridden your agree more with Hana and adds that horse alongside a herd of “Obviously, riding horses is great. Being wild giraffes? Have you in Namibia is great. But riding horses ever driven your car in Namibia amongst wild giraffes and across the endless sand dunes of cantering up high into the Otjihavera the Namib Desert? Have you ever Mountains is simply out of this Henjoyed an Oyster and Champaign world.” Welcome to Africa! reception on a lonely beach along The ‘Safari of a Lifetime’ starts the wild Atlantic Coast? Have you at the renowned Okapuka Horse ever met the Bushman people and Safaris, undoubtedly one of the tried to mimic their unusual language best stables in this part of the world using the most difficult to pronounce offering 31 of the finest and best- ‘clicks’. Have you ever cantered into the trained Arabian horses you can imagine. African sunset on a proud Arabian horse The Scandinavian owner Ingeborg Hernes followed by a chilled glass of Sauvignon first came to Namibia 20 odd years ago. in the Savannah, appropriately called a Like so many others, she immediate fell in ‘sundowner’? And have you ever looked love with this vast and barren country, the into the ever so powerful eyes of a grown areas this beautiful country has to offer” abundance of game and the relaxed mind- elephant bull? Sonja Piontek, former Marketing Director set of its people. Lucky for us, she had the Well…there is a reason why the tour of BMW Asia, explains. “The idea was to guts to quit her management position back we were recently on is called the ‘Safari of create a once-in-a-lifetime experience with in Europe, move across to Namibia and set a Lifetime’. Not only is Namibia one of the unforgettable money-can’t buy moments for up this unique equestrian enterprise. Today most stunning countries on this planet, every the participants.” Okapuka Horse Safaris, situated on the moment of this specially developed eight day “This entire trip seems to be highlight 10.000 hectares big farm of Okapuka Ranch, tour was simply unique. after highlight after highlight” confirms 30 minutes from the capital Windhoek, offer “We have combined breath-taking safari Hana Abdulla, avid member of the a variety of exciting activities for experienced rides on horseback, cultural encounters and Singapore Polo Club with a wide smile on riders from all over the world: 1) Safari Rides stunning game viewing with X5 off-road her face. Professor Ossi Köchli, leading Swiss in amongst hundreds of wild game across driving through some of the most spectacular gynaecologist and keen polo player couldn’t the farm’s vast savannah, 2) Mountain Rides
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high up into the Otjihavera Mountains luxurious and best game-viewing lodge in with rewarding picnics at the lodge’s Namibia. We certainly won’t disagree. As private hunting cabin overlooking the we lean back on the game viewing deck beautiful turquois water reservoir, 3) we are taken by the crocks, the hippos, Endurance Training and Endurance Races the elephant bull, the zebras, antelopes, on national and international level for hyenas…all within a mere 50-100 meters Whilst Erindi was all about game, our those who feel up to the challenge and from where we sit! next lodge is all about a very unique off-road last but not least 4) Breeding of Arabian To complete our game viewing experience and stunning sceneries. We even horses and training them. experience at Erindi Game Reserve, which drive our BMW X5s onto one of the big rock Training in terms of proper riding is also the countries largest private game formations the Erongo Mountains are so style. But also training in terms of reserve, we take a safari drive at sunset famous for. Whilst climbing up the massive stamina…and boy those Arabians of and one at sunrise. Both times we are piece of stone – sometimes with only two Okapuka Horse Safaris are fit! During very lucky: only a few meters away from wheels on the ground! – Hana exclaims: the mountain ride for example, there our lenses there is a family of lions, three “This is the most extreme but also the most are a number of rather long and rather elephants, a herd of giraffes, some rather fun driving I have ever done. It’s amazing steep uphills that the horses passionately shy zebras, vultures, hippos, foxes, hyena that it is possible to take a standard SUV into attack in a flying gallop. They lift their and many different types of antelope. such terrain.” tails (just as Arabians do), set off and run and run and run. It is quite obvious that the horses enjoy these little races up the mountain paths just as much as we, the riders do. After a few amazing hours in the mountains, encounters with mountain zebras, kudus, giraffes, and a sumptuous picnic lunch at the private cabin by the damn, we make our way back down into the savannah where we are rewarded with a ‘sundowner’: a cool glass of wine and some snacks while watching the powerful setting sun. After those great first days at Okapuka, our journey takes us north to Erindi, which is said to be the most
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It is very interesting to hear about piece of rock or through a 20km dry river such a different way of life. I try to bed was extreme, wait for this: we take the remember some of their names, but cars straight into the never ending dunes have to admit that they are quite of the legendary Namib Desert. “I would unpronounceable. have never expected to get a luxury SUV Next stop on our tour is up and down the massive dunes, let alone Swakopmund on the Atlantic coast. As with so much ease!” Alan from Singapore this trip is all about unique experiences comments. Again, we are all surprised by we will not take the public road though. the capabilities of the X5, as well as our Instead, we turn onto private land and own guts! Driving in the dunes, surrounded “I think this is the most beautiful country spend the next two hours driving through by nothing other than sand, sand and more I have ever been to.” acclaimed Singaporean the dry, sandy riverbed and canyon-like sand is an amazing but party challenging anaesthetist Dr. June Rin adds. I couldn’t scenery of the Swakop River – what a blast! experience. Some of those dunes are rather agree more and take another zillion photos We start the next morning with quite high and very steep after all! of the impressive rock boulders, the cars a different program and take a private On our last day we go back to Okapuka climbing up that barren piece of rock and boat out onto the Atlantic Ocean where Lodge for one final night and another two the breath-taking view. a school of dolphins accompanies us for beautiful rides. It is nice to be in a familiar After another stunning African sunset, a while, wild pelicans land on our boat, place. With familiar people. Riding ‘our we make our way to dinner. This is however flamingos feed in the shallow water and horses through the bush and taking in the not served at the lodge: tonight it is Braai literally thousands of seals invite us to take sheer beauty of this country one last time. dinner under the clear African milky way great shots of their colony at the far end of Whilst giraffes and antelopes peacefully – quite an exceptional treat. As during the Flamingo Point. One of the seals is pretty meander past us we reflect on how special previous days, we experience so many things daring and even jumps right onto our the ‘Safari of a Lifetime’ really was: June on this trip that you would never get to do boat! The maritime excursion ends with a from Singapore repeats that Namibia was or see if we did it on our own. totally unexpected Champagne and Oyster the most beautiful country she had ever Before we head on, we visit the local reception on a remote strip of beach along seen. Andy from China comments that this Bushman tribe in their ‘settlement’ and the wild Atlantic coast. With all our BMW was the best trip he had ever taken. Ossi learn about their culture, their bizarre X5s lined up for us to continue our quest. is still overwhelmed by the opportunity language and their century old traditions. If you think driving onto a massive of riding head to head with the giraffes while Hana reckons those gallops up the mountains were among the most fun riding she has ever done. All in all, this trip has been a truly unique experience: unexpected, extraordinary, at times challenging, certainly more than memorable. One to remember…and one to repeat! For more info on your own personalized Safari of a Lifetime please contact [email protected].
Photos by Sonja Piontek and Sheldon Trollope
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Amanda Osborne’s Aquaspin™ Testimonial
Did you have any "fears" before your first Aqua cycling class? I didn’t have any fears at all before joining Aquaspin™, I was just interested in trying out a new type of exercise.
What made you choose to join us in the first place? I was keen to try something different from the usual gym classes and a group of friends had joined Aquaspin™ so it was a great way to exercise together.
What do you enjoy the most enjoy about Aqua cycling? I really enjoy the variety that Aquaspin™ classes provide as part of my weekly workout. It is just like spin classes in the gym but you have the benefit of keeping cool in the water while listening to music that keeps you pumped and being guided by great instructors who don’t allow you to slack off. I find the resistance from the water adds an additional challenge to the exercises as well.
What are the specific benefits you have experienced working out with Aquaspin™? I find the classes really help with my cardio fitness while also toning as well. I have also recently had a shoulder injury and the physiotherapist encouraged me to continue these classes as they enabled me to keep my shoulder moving in the water which is a lot gentler on the joints but provides resistance at the same time.
I also started the Aqua Power classes which I love as it is like a circuit class in the pool, using various equipment (such as dumbbells for the water) as well as the bikes to train.
Is there anything special you got spinning with us you were not expecting when you first joined? I found myself improving and becoming fitter with each class and able to push myself harder every time. After doing an Aqua cycling class I am quite energized for the rest of the day. I have also met some lovely people as well.
Would you recommend Aqua cycling to other people? Absolutely! I think it is a great way to exercise. Alicia and Yannick have a great team of instructors and are always keen to know how you are going with the classes and how they can improve. They are really dedicated to seeing you get the most out of your sessions. If you get Yannick as an instructor - watch out - he does not let you skip a beat.
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A FIRST FOR EVERYTHING Head into the new year creating new memories with unique experiences.
Regent Seven Seas
egent Seven Seas is undoubtedly the epitome of luxurious cruise travels. A pinnacle in the industry, Cruises Regent separates itself from the rest by only offering the best for its passengers. One of the greatest features of being on board is actually after docking. The organisation offers free unlimited shore Rexcursions and activities for guests to experience the history and cuisine of the exciting ports of call, and now the addition of specially curated behind-the-scene tours of unique heritage sights or priceless cultural experience can be arranged at a special cost. The open bar only compliments the array of dining areas which include the coveted Prime 7, a steakhouse that only uses USDA Prime and dry-aged cuts, which include from porterhouse steaks to filet mignons. Other delicacies include Alaskan king crab legs and maine lobsters. On board activities include the ever-tempting casino, spas, culinary kitchen workshops, and Broadway shows. A bonus here for workaholics is the free WiFi available cruise-wide. For more information visit www.rssc.com.
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Morton’s Steakhouse
fter more than three decades since opening its doors, Morton’s of Chicago has carved ocatedJOJI at the Carlton Hotel,Bar JOJI - which out a unique niche and an exceptional means George in Japanese, opened in reputation of being one of if not the best, April 2017 as a boutique whisky bar. The steakhouse in Singapore. extensive selection of whiskies at JOJI is Morton’s prime and premium steaks like their Filet attributed to impressive knowledge and the curation Mignon,A Porterhouse, and New York Strip has garnered of only the very best whiskies is showcased in its menu. brilliant reviews from food critics all the country. It is LWith categorisations such as Speyside, Islay, Highland, imperative to note that it is because the setup uses to name a few, this establishment definitely exudes primarily USDA Prime Black Angus, grain-fed and wet- class and knowledge of the various expressions. aged beef. Not to forget about their famous seafood Fans of casks and drams will be bursting in platters and the lobsters dishes which are sure to incite excitement once they find out that the coveted you to return for another serving. Japanese expressions of Yamazaki 18, Hibiki 21 as The extensive selection of alcohol is not to be well as esteemed Balvenie Portwood 21, Lagavulin undermined, with more than 20 whisky expressions Distiller’s Edition, are available at JOJI. The bar is and 30 makes of wines to pair with your food, every also an exclusive partner of artisanal whisky Angels’ meal could be an amazing discovery. Nectar, from independent spirits bottlers Highfern. In addition to the main dining room, Morton’s JOJI also runs a unique Omakase, similarly to the features three private dining rooms, offering exclusive dining option but for cocktails. Patrons can choose spaces for both corporate entertainment and family between eight bases, six flavours, and six textures and celebrations. the bartender will crank its creative juices to concoct As a bonus, Morton’s Monday to Saturday happy a perfect match to the taste the consumer desires. hour comes extraordinarily with complimentary Filet The modern decor paired with intricate lighting acts Mignon steak sandwiches served to every guest. as the theatre whereafter the orchestra of whiskies Morton’s Steakhouse is at 5 Raffles Avenue, take over. Marina Square. JOJI is at 76 Bras Basah Road, Carlton Hotel.
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Diamond Walker Shoes
Singaporean owned and based Barrois, Ted Baker and Scoop NYC. The opulent footwear bespoke luxury shoemaker, a visit to has been on the feet of countless celebrities including Diamond Walker is a definite need for Korean heartthrobs Rain and Lee Min Ho, as well as home- every discerning individual looking to grown musicians JJ Lin and Tay KeWei. spruce up their wardrobe. Their service with their Diamond Walker Boutique is at 277 Orchard wide range of shoe styles and type compliments the Road, #04-03 Orchard Gateway. purchasingA process and makes it an unforgettable experience. A classic range that includes Oxfords, Brogue, Derbys to semi-formal such as loafers, moccasins, and even golf shoes, the 300 designs available are made-to-measure and custom fitted to every unique customer before being handcrafted in Korea. The customisability allows customers to choose the mixing of different leather types & colours, heels, outsole types, insoles of various heights, inner lining, laces, colour of stitching, type of shoe-making techniques like hand-sewn welt or cementing for their shoes. A variety of over 100 types of leather is available aside from Italian full-grain calfskin; eel, snake, crocodile skins to accentuate the diversity. A long list of collaborations and accolades sees the brand pair up with fashion names Marc Antoine-
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Singapore Yacht Show he Singapore Yacht Show is Asia’s leading yacht and luxury show - the only one fully supported by the global yachting industry and the Singapore Tourism Board. It provides nauticalT lifestyle seekers with an unrivalled opportunity to discover some of the world’s finest water crafts and boating brands in an elite and highly social setting. Vacheron Constantin Held at ONE°15 Marina in Sentosa Cove, this globally-recognised on-water exhibition epitomises luxury lifestyle and Historiques Triple brings together the biggest number of world-class yachts in the whole of Asia, consistently showcasing more regional Calendrier premieres than any other event in the region. Glamorous parties, high-end entertaining, and an enviable range 1942 & 1948 of prestige products and brands – acheron Constantin Historiques Triple supercars, fine dining, high fashion, art Calendrier 1942, is a 40mm steel model inspired and beautiful timepieces - make the by reference 4240. Keeping with the original Singapore Yacht Show a firm fixture in vibe, this model is understated and elegant the region’s social calendar. with a hand-type date display and the month displayed via The 8th edition of the Singapore aperture. The calendar indications appear in a choice of Yacht Show will take place from the burgundyV or dark blue, on a classic two-toned silvered dial 12-15 April 2018. with a sunburst satin-finished center. Augmenting the release is the Historiques Triple Calendrier 1948, crafted in 18K 4N pink gold and revives the original reference 4240L. The watch is enriched with a sophisticated high-precision lunar cycle complication for tracking astronomical occurrences. The dial features a handsome silvered opaline center with a sunburst satin- finished external zone. In addition, the 1948 model is limited to 200 individually numbered pieces worldwide. Both watches are Hallmark of Geneva certified timepieces fitted with the astonishing Vacheron Constantin in-house manual-wind 4400QCL caliber. Boasting approximately 65 hours of power reserve on a full charge. Vacheron Constantin is at 2 Orchard Turn, 02-07 The Orchard Residences.
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In a first, the Club organised an exclusive Members’ Networking Night on 2nd November 2017 for members and their guests to expand their business network through interactions with entrepreneurs, CEOs and Directors while enjoying a fine selection of Wine, Cheese and other light snacks. Mr Wee Tiong Han, the Club’s Vice - President together with Mr Tan Hock (Jackpot Convenor), Mr Sylvan Braberry (SPC General Manager) and Mr Leon Chu (Former Club President) hosted our guests by sharing their experiences. The guests were also treated to a special “6 Bar Show Jumping Under the Stars” experience by our Riding School members and instructors.
Keep a lookout for our next Networking Night in 2018!
“The event was well-organised, well- attended yet exclusive enough to allow for quality networking over a good range of drinks and light snacks. Friends also had the opportunity to learn more about horse riding through the horse jumping showcase at the event. I have signed up for horse riding classes as a result of the event and I look forward to attending future events.”
- Irene Ho, C.E.O, The Luxury Network Singapore
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UNITED KINGDOM London St James’s Hotel & Club www.stjameshotelandclub.com London Royal Over-Seas League www.rosl.org.uk London Cavalry & Guards Club www.cavgdsclub.co.uk London The Eccentric Club www.eccentricclub.co.uk Egham, Surrey Guards Polo Club www.guardspoloclub.com Midhurst Cowdray Park Polo Club www.cowdraypolo.co.uk SINGAPORE POLO CLUB 80 Mount Pleasant Road, Singapore 298334 Tel: +65 6854 3999 Fax: +65 6256 6715 Email: [email protected] www.singaporepoloclub.org Permit No.: MCI (P) 146/12/2017