On the style, hospitality, and the power of attraction of the Polo Club Ascona for the entire region
Michela Ris is the Deputy Mayor (Vicesindaca) of Ascona. In a conversation, she reveals what the Polo Club Ascona means to her: elegance, energy, and special encounters. She describes how the club brings prestige, visibility, and quality of life to the region, uniquely combining sport, social life, and international openness.
As Deputy Mayor of Ascona, Michela Ris knows her municipality from every perspective – and she knows the impact the Polo Club Ascona has far beyond the playing field. We spoke with her about style, hospitality, and the special connection between the town 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 field of vision, I see the horses on the field, the mountains in the background, and an atmosphere that combines the dynamics of sport with the understated elegance of Ascona. For me, the Polo Club is a place where style, passion, and hospitality merge in a natural way.”
What the club gives to the region
“For the entire region, the Polo Club provides 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, cheerful, and convivial perspective. The club creates a sense of belonging, inspiration, and a form of quality of life that goes far beyond the duration of the event.”
Ascona and the club: the same form of elegance
“Ascona is, in itself, an exceptional place – the lake, the mountains, its understated elegance. What connects this place to the club is that same special form of elegance: cultivated, international, and at the same time, pleasantly discreet. The landscape offers a unique backdrop, while the club brings dynamism and social liveliness; a particularly beautiful example is the parade of horses and players through the square of Ascona, with the lake as a backdrop.”
An unforgettable moment: the party on the Brissago Islands
“A moment I remember with special fondness is the party organized a few years ago on the Brissago Islands. It was a truly special night in an almost magical location, 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 location, the atmosphere, and the quality of the encounters that made this night 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 brings additional prestige and visibility to the region. 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 discreet. The landscape provides the backdrop, while the club brings dynamism and social liveliness.
Which moment does Michela Ris remember most fondly?
A party organized a few years ago on the Brissago Islands – a special evening in the extraordinary botanical park and the elegant villa.
How would you describe the Polo Club in one sentence?
“For me, the Polo Club Ascona uniquely combines passion, style, and valuable human encounters.”