On style, hospitality and the radiance of the Polo Club Ascona for the entire region
Michela Ris is the deputy mayor (Vicesindaca) of Ascona. In conversation, she explains what makes the Polo Club Ascona special for her: elegance, energy, and special encounters. She describes how the club lends prestige, visibility, and quality of life to the region, uniquely combining sport, social life, and international openness.
As Vice Mayor of Ascona, Michela Ris knows her municipality from all sides – and knows what the Polo Club Ascona achieves far beyond the sports field. We spoke with her about style, hospitality, and the special connection between the place and the club.
Elegance, energy, and special encounters
«When I think of the Polo Club Ascona, elegance, energy, and special encounters come to mind first. In my mind's eye, I see the horses on the field, the mountains in the background, and an atmosphere that combines the dynamism of the sport with the discreet elegance of Ascona. For me, the Polo Club is a place where style, passion, and hospitality come together naturally.»
What the club gives to the region
«For the entire region, the Polo Club lends additional prestige and visibility. It combines sport, social life, tourism, and international openness. What cannot be expressed in numbers is the atmosphere: people meet, share special moments, and discover Ascona from a different, joyful, and convivial perspective. The club creates a sense of belonging, inspiration, and a quality of life that extends far beyond the duration of the event.»
Ascona and the Club: the same form of elegance
«Ascona is already an exceptional place in itself – the lake, the mountains, its understated elegance. What connects this place with the club is the same special form of elegance: cultivated, international, and at the same time pleasantly unobtrusive. The landscape offers a unique backdrop, while the club brings dynamism and social vibrancy; a particularly beautiful example is the procession of horses and players across the Piazza of Ascona, with the lake as a backdrop.»
An unforgettable moment: the festival on the Brissago Islands
«A moment I particularly like to remember is the celebration organized a few years ago on the Brissago Islands. It was a truly special evening in an almost magical place, surrounded by an extraordinary botanical park and the elegant beauty of the villa. The setting was perfect for an exclusive event. It was precisely this combination of the beauty of the place, the atmosphere, and the quality of the encounters that made this evening unforgettable.»
The Polo Club Ascona – in one sentence
"For me, the Polo Club Ascona uniquely combines passion, style, and valuable human encounters."
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Michela Ris?
Michela Ris is the Deputy Mayor (Vicesindaca) of Ascona.
What does the Polo Club Ascona mean for the region?
According to Michela Ris, the club lends the region additional prestige and visibility. It combines sport, social life, tourism, and international openness, creating a sense of belonging, inspiration, and quality of life that extends beyond the event.
What connects Ascona and the Polo Club?
For Michela Ris, it is the same form of elegance: cultivated, international, and at the same time pleasantly unobtrusive. The landscape provides the backdrop, the club brings dynamism and social liveliness.
What moment does Michela Ris remember particularly fondly?
To a celebration organized a few years ago on the Brissago Islands – a special evening in the extraordinary botanical park and the elegant villa.
How does she describe the Polo Club in one sentence?
"For me, the Polo Club Ascona uniquely combines passion, style, and valuable human encounters."