LAHORE (SNP Report): The grand opening of the 10th Shah Rafi Alam Polo Cup 2023, proudly sponsored by United Bank Limited, witnessed exhilarating polo matches at the Lahore Polo Club, where Master Paints and FG/Din Polo claimed victories in thrilling encounters.
The Lahore Polo Club played host to a vibrant crowd of polo enthusiasts who gathered to enjoy the day’s exciting matches. Lahore Polo Club President, Azam Hayat Noon, executive committee members, and a myriad of polo aficionados graced the event with their presence.
The first match of the day unfolded as a closely contested battle, culminating in an electrifying finish. In the last minute, Master Paints showcased their prowess by outpacing DS Polo/Sheikhoo Steel by 7-6½. Amirreza Behboudi delivered a stellar performance, contributing five crucial goals, while Agha Musa Ali Khan added two more for Master Paints. Meanwhile, DS Polo/Sheikhoo Steel team, enjoying a handicap advantage of half a goal, saw Nicholas Roberts smashing five goals, and Daniyal Sheikh notched one.
The second encounter of the day witnessed FG/Din Polo displaying masterful dominance and securing a resounding victory against Newage Cables/Master Paints by 11-5½. Juan Cruz Greguol led the charge, achieving a fantastic four-goal performance, while Farhad Shaikh hammered a hat-trick. Mumtaz Abbas Niazi and Mian Abbas Mukhtar each added two goals to seal the triumph for FG/Din Polo. On the opposing side, Hamza Mawaz Khan shone with four goals, and Alman Jalil Azam contributed one for Newage Cables/Master Paints, which enjoyed a half-goal handicap advantage.
As the prestigious tournament proceeds to its second day (Wednesday), two more thrilling matches are on the horizon. Diamond Paints are set to face Pebble Breaker in the first match, while Rijas Polo will take on Remounts in the second match.
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