24 January 2026 – DUBAI, UAE: The final day of the Silver Cup 2026 unfolded in spectacular fashion at Al Habtoor Polo Resort and Club, charged with anticipation and adrenaline. As the spotlight turned to the subsidiary final, Dubai Wolves and Jehangiri Polo went head-to-head in a gripping battle, producing a memorable clash worthy of the tournament’s prestige.
The match opened at a measured yet intense pace, with both teams showing early composure. Saad Jehangiri made a strategic Patron substitution, bringing in his brother, Muhammad Jehangiri, who immediately took charge and led from the front. Dubai Wolves Polo struck first, but Jehangiri Polo wasted no time in responding and getting on the scoreboard. Throughout the opening exchanges, Jehangiri Polo stayed in close pursuit, relentlessly closing the gap. Cesar Crespo answered swiftly for Dubai Wolves Polo, ensuring his side maintained the upper hand as the second chukker came to a close.
As the game entered its decisive moments, Dubai Wolves Polo maintained composure and tactical discipline. By the fifth chukker, they tightened their defense and executed two crucial goals, sealing a well-earned victory over Jehangiri Polo.
Match Progression:
Dubai Wolves Polo vs. Jehangiri Polo
2 – 3 | 3- 4| 6 – 4 | 7 – 6 | 9 – 8
The highly anticipated Silver Cup 2026 Final delivered a spectacular showdown as Habtoor Polo and UAE Polo went head-to-head in a thrilling contest defined by skill, strategy, and relentless determination. From the opening chukker, both sides set an uncompromising pace, keeping spectators on the edge of their seats.
UAE Polo struck first, with Lukin Monteverde opening the scoring and setting an early tone for his team. A disciplined defensive display allowed UAE Polo to hold their ground in the early stages, but Habtoor Polo soon found their rhythm, lifting the tempo and drawing level just before the close of the second chukker.
Eager to regain control, UAE Polo pushed forward with purpose, extending their advantage through well-executed plays. As the intensity mounted, the match evolved into a fiercely contested exchange of goals. By the fourth chukker, Felix Esain delivered a vital equalizer for Habtoor Polo, setting the stage for a dramatic finale.In the decisive moments, Habtoor Polo rose to the occasion, sealing the match with a game-winning goal to claim the Silver Cup title. Celebrations followed as Habtoor Polo marked a triumphant victory, cementing their status as a dominant force in the tournament.
Match Progression:
Habtoor Polo vs. UAE Polo
0 – 0 | 2– 2| 5 – 6 | 7– 7 | 7 – 9
Mr. Alex Chen, Director of Yuanda China Holding and a valued season sponsor, had the honor of presenting awards to the teams of the day. He was joined by H.E. Mohammed Al Raqbani, General Manager of Dubai Investments Industries, who presented the winners of the Subsidiary Finals, and H.E. Saed Bin Drai, Vice President of the UAE Polo Federation, who awarded the trophies to the Winners and Runners-Up.
Individual honors saw Bautista Bayugar named Most Valuable Player, with La Fe, ridden by Bayugar, awarded Best Playing Pony, while Open Whitney, also ridden by Bayugar, received the Best Playing Pony (Argentine-bred) award.
SILVER CUP SPONSORS
CO-SPONSORS
Bentley Emirates has been the official dealer and sole authorized importer for Bentley Motors in the UAE since 1983. Operating as a part of Al Habtoor Motors Prestige Division, Bentley Emirates held the title for “Number 1 Dealer in the World” for seven consecutive years (2011 – 2017), and regained the title again in 2019. In 2022, Bentley Emirates won ‘Retailer of the Year’ and ‘Sales Retailer of the Year’ at the Middle East and Africa Bentley Regional Dealer Conference. Officially launched in 2016, Bentley Dubai Showroom is the largest Bentley showroom in the world. Another state-of-the-art showroom was opened in Abu Dhabi later in 2020.
Website: www.bentleymotors.com
Accenture Investment Group (AIG)
is a privately owned, hospitality company with more than 300 employees. The company manages a portfolio of hospitality brands across the United Arab Emirates, and provide investor and hospitality career opportunities to our partners and associates.
Diamond Lease
Diamondlease L.L.C, a fully owned subsidiary of the Al Habtoor Group, was established in 1996 to offer automotive rental and leasing solutions, as an alternative to owning and maintaining vehicles, to Corporate and Individual customers in the UAE. Diamond lease serves more than 700 companies and multinational conglomerates operating in UAE, handling and managing their transportation requirements.
Diamondlease is an ISO 9001:2008 certified company with a fleet of over 8400 vehicles. It was the first local Car Rental Company in UAE to receive an ISO certification and has proudly held the accreditation since 1999. In recognition of its sound business ethics and outstanding customer service, Diamondlease was one of the first car rental companies to have been nominated as a member of the prestigious Dubai Service Excellence Scheme (DSES) in 2003. Diamondlease has been awarded the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Travel Awards being adjudged the “Best Car Rental Company” – Local Brand for 7 years in a row.
Website: www.diamondlease.com
MEDIA PARTNERS
Pololine.tv
PLTV is the first online streaming polo site, broadcasting over 25 tournaments LIVE per year around the globe, reaching +200k viewers. The production and edition of exclusive content makes PLTV the most comprehensive polo channel in the world.
Website: https://www.pololine.tv/
Al Badia
Since 2008, Al Badia, the prestigious Arabic venture is devoted to bringing the latest news and views on the equestrian world, Polo sporting and lifestyle. In fact, it is a tribute to the age-old passion for the thoroughbred, an integral part of the rich Arabian culture.
Al Badia focuses a gamut of information on the highly valued sport of horseracing, including information about events taking place in the Arab world and about organizations and services sought by equestrians of all disciplines. Besides being a specialized lifestyle magazine to meet the refined taste of the equestrian community, it features a wide range of information including very exclusive coverages like interviews of the Sheikhs and the who’s who of the Arab world. It targets the crème de la crème of the society and is widely circulated across different regions of the Gulf & Middle East.
Al Badia is a good platform to showcase premium brands, as it has a wide readership comprising sports enthusiasts, socialites, eminent personalities, celebrities and the royalty.
Website: http://albadiamagazine.com/
GOVERNMENT SUPPORT
Dubai Sports Council:
Dubai Sports Council is the official government body responsible for the development of the sport sector in the Emirate of Dubai. Under the Chairmanship of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, and its 14 Board Members; the Council supervises the work of nine local clubs in Dubai, six of which practice a variety of individual and or team sports, such as football, handball and archery; in addition to the chess club and a club devoted for those with special needs.
Since its inception in 2006, with the vision of creating a unique sporting community, the Council organizes various annual major Sports Championships and Conferences, in cooperation with multiple International/National sports bodies and Dubai Government Entities, such as the Dubai International Sports Conference, Samsung Beach Soccer Intercontinental Cup and the FINA Diving World Series; in an attempt to enhance the culture, knowledge and expertise of professionalism in all aspects of the field; from the overall preparation and/or execution of the event.
Dubai became the first Arab and Middle East city to host the Sport Accord International Convention in 2010, and stages the annual Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Creative Sports Award, the most prestigious Award of the Middle East Region. Though the Council works on various major international sports events, it does not overlook the importance of spreading the awareness of a healthier, more active lifestyle locally; and in order to achieve such objectives, physical activity programs and initiatives, such as the Dubai Pulse Physical Activity program, the Furjan District Championships and the Dubai Beach Soccer League, have all been designed to target the various communities within the Emirate.
Website: www.dsc.ae
UAE Polo Federation
The UAE Polo Federation is the official governing body of the sport of polo in the United Arab Emirates. The association has been organized to promote the game of polo with the goal of improving the sport, coordinating the activities of its affiliated clubs and registered players and providing rules, handicaps and conditions for those tournaments, competitions, including the safety of participants.
Website: www.uaepolofederation.com/