# Interview Jan Erik Franck Voice Of Polo **Source:** https://en.poloclubascona.ch/nl/interview-jan-erik-franck-voice-of-polo **Language:** English --- - Ascona Polo Cup - About us & History - APC TV & Photos - APC26 - APC newspaper - News and press - Contact & Crew - Become a sponsor - Ascona Polo Cup - About us & History - APC TV & Photos - APC26 - APC newspaper - News and press - Contact & Crew - Become a sponsor © Polo Club Ascona 2026 # «Ascona and Dolce Vita» – Jan-Erik Franck, «The Voice of Polo» APC Editorial Team - 4 August 2026 - 8:14 ## The tournament speaker of the Ascona Polo Cup on passion, respect, and the special feeling of Ascona **Jan-Erik Franck is the tournament announcer for the Ascona Polo Cup and, as "The Voice of Polo," a permanent fixture of the sport. In conversation, he explains why Ascona evokes a feeling of Italy for him, what polo has given him – especially respect – and why the tournament ranks among the top ten of its kind for him.** When the matches of the Ascona Polo Cup are underway, there is one voice that is always present: that of Jan-Erik Franck. As "The Voice of Polo," he accompanies the events on the field – and knows like other the fascination that characterizes the sport and this special place. We asked him what makes the Ascona Polo Cup so unique for him. ### Ascona – a feeling of Italy > "When I think of the Polo Club Ascona, a feeling of Italy comes to mind first: that Riviera flair and Dolce Vita." It is the atmosphere that determines the first impression for Jan-Erik Franck – the southern ease that elevates the place far above a sporting event. ### What Polo has given him: respect > «Polo thrives on trust at full gallop – and what this sport has given me, above all, is respect: for the animal, for the speed, and for the danger posed by the opponent.» In these words lies the entire dual nature of the sport: pace and control, proximity and caution, courage and respect all at once. ### What the Polo Club Ascona gives the region > «What the Polo Club Ascona gives the entire region – something that cannot be read in any statistic – is trust and passion.» For Jan-Erik Franck, it is above all the place itself that becomes a highlight: > «First and foremost, the location is the highlight: the surroundings, the setting, and the total portfolio. The gathering. Ascona belongs to the top ten of tournaments and events.» ### His advice to anyone still hesitating > “If you are still in doubt about whether you should come to the Ascona Polo Cup, I can warmly recommend it: let yourself be surprised, because it is unique. You don't feel like you are in Switzerland. And the friendliness will convince you. In one word: passion.” An invitation that could hardly be more personal – and which describes exactly that feeling that makes the Ascona Polo Cup a lasting experience year after year. --- ## Frequently Asked Questions ### Who is Jan-Erik Franck? Jan-Erik Franck is the tournament announcer for the Ascona Polo Cup. As “The Voice of Polo,” he accompanies the matches and is a well-known voice in the sport of polo. ### What does “The Voice of Polo” mean? It is the nickname of Jan-Erik Franck as a tournament announcer: the voice that accompanies and interprets the action on the polo field. ### What makes the Ascona Polo Cup special for Jan-Erik Franck? For him, it is primarily the location with its Italian flair, the setting, and the gathering together. For him, Ascona ranks among the top ten tournaments and events. ### What does Jan-Erik Franck appreciate about polo sport? Above all, the respect: for the animal, for the speed, and for the danger posed by the opponent. For him, polo thrives on trust at full gallop. ### Why should you visit the Ascona Polo Cup? Jan-Erik Franck recommends letting yourself be surprised: the tournament is unique, the atmosphere hardly feels like Switzerland, and the friendliness on-site is convincing. In one word: passion. ## In conversation: Jan-Erik Franck, «The Voice of Polo» Previous post Next post © 2026 Polo Club Ascona. Made with ❤ WordPress and Kubio imunify-bot-check