About the Polo Club Ascona
History of the Polo Club Ascona
The Polo Club Ascona was founded in December 2009 by Margit Sauer, Marco Styger and Uwe Zimmermann. Since its founding, the club has consistently worked to establish polo in the southernmost canton of Switzerland, Ticino. The first polo tournament took place in July 2010, which laid the foundation for the Ascona Polo Cup. The club is the only polo club in southern Switzerland and thus a pioneer in the region. Its membership is growing steadily, and the club welcomes both active players and social members who support the goal of making polo a permanent institution in Ticino.
Ascona, known for its glamour and style, offers the perfect backdrop for polo with its picturesque location on Lake Maggiore. The club uses the grounds of the former Ascona airfield for its tournaments, which gives the games a unique atmosphere. Since its foundation, the Polo Club Ascona has established itself in the international polo calendar and attracts players and spectators from Switzerland, Europe and all over the world.
About the Polo Club Ascon
Background and information
The Polo Club Ascona is an exclusive club that stands out for its pioneering work in Ticino. It is the only polo club in southern Switzerland and attaches great importance to the promotion of polo in the region. Interested parties can contact the club directly to apply for membership, whether as an active player or as a supporting social member.
The club is also socially engaged. Since 2010, he has been supporting institutions and projects that offer children in Switzerland better life and educational opportunities. These initiatives reflect the club's awareness of taking on social responsibility in an economically stable country like Switzerland.
The club's motto, "Polo to experience and touch", underlines the philosophy of making the sport accessible and tangible. In addition to the sporting activities, the club organises exclusive events and a supporting programme that makes the events a social highlight.
About the Ascona Polo Cup
Ascona Polo Cup
The Ascona Polo Cup is the annual highlight of the Polo Club Ascona and has established itself as one of the most important polo tournaments in Switzerland. The tournament usually takes place in September and attracts numerous visitors from all over the world. It offers not only exciting polo matches, but also a glamorous supporting programme with exclusive events such as gala dinners, parades and after-show parties.
2010
The first tournament of the Ascona Polo Cup was held in July 2010, shortly after the club was founded.
2019
The Polo Cup celebrated its 10th anniversary with a special programme, including a parade in Ascona, a gala anniversary dinner and a polo final with charity activities.
2021
The 11th edition of the Ascona Polo Cup was celebrated as one of the summer highlights, with culinary experiences by a star chef from Ticino.
2023
The Ascona Polo Cup 2023 (12th edition) took place from 1 to 3 September and offered exciting matches as well as a first-class supporting programme.
2024
The 14th edition (6-8 September) thrilled with dramatic matches, a penalty shootout and a victory for the Wetag Christies team. Lucid Motors appeared as a new sponsor, highlighting the combination of luxury, sustainability and innovation.
2025
The next edition is scheduled for 5-7 September 2025, again with six teams and over 80 horses that will make for an unforgettable spectacle. This year, the Ascona Polo Cup celebrates its 15th anniversary
Significance for Ascona
The Ascona Polo Cup has established Ascona as a venue for top-class events. The combination of the glamorous sport of polo, the picturesque backdrop of Lake Maggiore and the cultural diversity of the city makes the tournament a magnet for tourists and polo enthusiasts. According to Luca Pissoglio, Mayor of Ascona, the Polo Cup is a perfect fit for the city's discerning clientele and underlines its unique charm.