Players of UAE Polo and Mahra Polo team in action during their Gold Cup match.

Gulf Today, Staff Reporter

The second game of 15^th edition of Gold Cup 2024 kicked off with an exhilarating match between UAE Polo and Mahra Polo Team by AIX Investment Group, a new contender in the tournament.

From the start, the level of competition was intense, with Federico von Potobsky from UAE Polo making the initial score. He continued to showcase an outstanding performance, consistently scoring while receiving solid support from his teammates.

Despite Mahra Polo Team by AIX Investment Group struggling defensively and in scoring, the game took a turn in the last chukkers when Tariq Al Habtoor narrowed the gap, briefly unsettling UAE Polo. However, Federico von Potobsky remained resilient, ensuring a continuous scoring spree. In the end, UAE Polo secured their first victory in the qualifying matches of Gold Cup 2024.

The following game commenced between Habtoor Polo and Bangash Polo Team by Dodson & Horrell. The initial moments of the match unfolded with intense energy as both teams were determined to score and maintained strong defensive plays. Facundo Kelly of Bangash Polo Team by Dodson & Horrell exhibited exceptional skill, consistently contributing to his team's score and establishing stability early on.

Meanwhile, Habtoor Polo, the winner of Silver Cup 2024, responded by securing collective goals. The match remained tightly contested and highly charged, with a narrow score gap, resulting in the first win for the Bangash Polo Team by Dodson & Horrell.