Cartier Queen’s Cup Final marks 33rd year of polo sponsorship by marque
The Cartier Queen’s Cup Final had all the ingredients of a thrilling final; for the sixth time Dubai competed for the Cartier Queen’s Cup against first-time finalist La Indiana
The Cartier Queen’s Cup Final, which took place on June 18, marked the maison’s 33rd year of polo sponsorship.
Cartier first sponsored the International Day in 1984 and since then, the Cartier International Day has become the largest and most prestigious polo spectator event in the world, attracting over 25,000 people in Windsor Great Park at Guards Polo Club.
Cartier sponsored the International Polo day at Guards Polo Club for 28 years before deciding to sponsor the Queen’s Cup, one of the world’s leading polo tournaments. With the best polo players in the world participating, it is a highlight for the sport’s elite and spectators alike.
Past players have included HRH Prince Philip, who played in the final and HRH Prince Charles who won the trophy. HM The Queen first presented her cup to Guards Polo Club in 1960 and historically attends Finals Day.
From Cartier’s first-ever sponsorship with the International Day at Guards, to the Cartier Queen’s Cup polo, guests have included royalty, celebrities, the respected polo community, and many more. Cartier polo events have seen some of the world’s most famous faces such as the Royal Family, Angelina Jolie, Pierce Brosnan, Keira Knightley, Sharon Stone, and Emma Watson to name a few.