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International Polo in the Washington DC region has been a historic and diplomatic tradition since 1923, first patroned by President Harding.
The America's Polo Cup continues this historic tradition by being patroned by each President of the United States and was founded on the historic 400th Anniversary of America.
This Fall on September 19, See the Land Rover America's Polo Cup FALL CLASSIC "Taste of India" on the DC NATIONAL MALL, followed by the World Championships on June 11 & 12, 2010, INDIA is competiting against the United States for The America’s Polo Cup World Championship - The Worlds premier Polo Experience celebrating Freedom!
When the United States hosts INDIA June 11th and 12th 2010, the polo grounds will be the site of a spectacular convergence of cultures. Among the Americans and Indians in attendance, you’ll find visiting dignitaries, elected representatives, United Nations members, Military partners, fashion lovers, horse fanciers, polo fans, and music devotees, all with one thing in common. A desire to be part of a world-class celebration.
The America's Polo Cup celebrates the relatioship between each country, including Military partnerships with a opening air show which has grown to be the worlds premier polo experience in the sport, opening a new chapter for this exciting game whose earliest written accounts date back more than 2,500 years. Originally Polo was used by the military as a means to train officers to determine their ranks prior to World War II. Today, we honor this tradition with active partnerships by each branch of the Armed Services.
On June 11th, you will experience the hugely successful and popular "Rockin the Runway" Fashion show, a televised event.
The Celebration will be enjoyed by Thousands of supporters and fans for the upcoming America's World Polo Cup, which will once again bring a day full of surprises, musical talent and festivities on stage at this years America's Polo Cup with opening ceremonial fly overs after the National Anthems of both countries performed. Returning will be the US Army, US Navy, US Coast Guard, US Marines, BlackWater USA Parachute Team, as well as the U.S. Park Police Horse Mounted Unit. A Surprise Air Show fly over will also occur honoring the Anniversary of the Battle of the Coral Sea.
The upcoming events will have performances by Headliners from India to the United States, Including a grand finale spectacular two live concerts by a India & USA National Headliner with Fireworks Show!
States & Countys bid for the honor to host the prestigous America's Polo Cup due to its significant economic impact on the locality.
Effective Immediatly - The America's Polo Cup only Takes VISA & MASTERCARD - SO WHEN COMING TO THE AMERICAS POLO CUP - BE SURE TO LEAVE YOUR AMERICAN EXPRESS AT HOME! WE NO LONGER WILL ACCEPT AMERICAN EXPRESS.
A BIG THANK YOU TO MICHAEL JOHNS & MYA--- YOU ROCKED THE 2009 LAND ROVER AMERICA'S POLO CUP.
SPECIAL THANK YOU TO BLACKWATER USA . USO FOR 2009
ADVANCE TICKETS ONLY - NOW ON SALE! Starting at $100 for early bird VIP Tickets. Price Increases will start in July and again in August & September. Get your tickets or a Table early to save.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19:
1:30 pm – Gates Open for reserved guests.
2:00pm - Welcome Reception
2:45pm – OPENING CEREMONIES - Pinning Ceremony & Opening Remarks by United States White House & Her Excellency Shankar, Madame Ambassador to India.
Fife & Drums Corps. United States Marines Corps. National Anthems Performed Live by MYA.
US Park Police Mounted Unit presentation of the Colors.
Traditional India Flag Horse Ceremony
3:00 pm – CHICAGO "Wind"VS.Washington DC "Patriots" & Dallas "Spurs"
4:15 pm - Half Time Air Demonstration & Patriotic Show by the United States Park Police.
5:00pm - MYA"Live" - A Tribute to India & America
5:30pm - Ladies Mix & Mingle Polo Match.
6:30pm - Awards Ceremony - Winners Circle.
7:30pm - Apres Polo Reception at The Fairfax Hotel at Embassy Row* "The Jockey Club"
Note: Children 15 and under are FREE in the VIP Reserved areas. This polo game is advance reservation required for entry into the VIP Reserved Marquee. NO GATE ADMISSION FOR RESERVED AREAS. NO GATE SALES FOR RESERVED VIP AREAS.
Free Public viewing of the game is always accessible on the beautiful US National Park grounds. Children & Families are encouraged. Blankets welcome to watch the games.
*Overnight Rates available at the Official Hotel - please contact hotel direct: 202-293-2100
2010
INDIA VS. USA AMERICA'S POLO CUP WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS
SPRING 2010 - WINE TASTINGS, COCKTAIL PARTY & TELEVISED FASHION SHOW ( THE CAPITOL REGIONS LARGEST & PREMIER ROCKIN FASHION SHOW) - PRESENTED BY THE WASHINGTON POST "FW"
8:00 pm – America's Polo Cup Rockin the RunWay™ - Wine Tastings; Cocktail Party. Evening Parachute Jump by BlackWater USA/USO with Smoke & Fireworks at 8:10pm
PERFORMANCES - The America's Polo Cup presents the return of the Rockin the Runway™ "Polo Dance Troupe"
ROCKIN the RUNWAY ™ TELEVISION SHOW - Live Performance
WASHINGTON POST "FW" Presents award to Sexiest Polo Chic Individual or Couple attending this evening.
FIREWORKS ROCKS THE AMERICAS POLO CUP™ RUNWAY
ATTIRE: Fashionably Chic or Black Tie Optional.
Be sure to Reserve Hotel Accomodations at one of the Official Hotel of the America's Polo Cup - "The Fairfax at Embassy Row, A Luxury Collection Hotel" - A STARWOOD HOTEL
SATURDAY, SPRING 2010: AMERICA'S POLO WORLD CUP & AIR SHOW
1:30 pm – Gates Open
2:00pm - Welcome
2:15 pm - Ambassadors Celebrity Polo Cup.
3pm – OPENING CEREMONIES:
2011 Challenging Country to be Announced and awarded to that Nation.
3:30 pm – India & USA National Anthems Live performances with Spectacular Air Parachute Team show. - The India National Anthem performance will be performed by: TO BE ANNOUNCED
METRO CHORUS LIVE PERFORMANCE
The National Capitol Squadron AIR SHOW Commemoration. A Moment of Silence for the US & International Armed Services Fallen Soldiers. Followed by a Special Presentation by the world famous United States Marine Corps Silent Drill Team
Military Fly Over followed by "Sneak Pass"
4pm – The New York Empires VS. Washington DC Patriots Professional Pro-Am Polo sanctioned by NPL ( National Polo League)
5:00 pm – USA Polo Team VS. INDIA Polo Team - International World Cup Championships
5:45 pm – US Coast Guard Helicopters Fly Overs (Polo Field opens for Divot Stomp after Helicopters land)
6:00 pm – Second half of Polo Game continues.
7:00 pm – Trophy Presentation in Raymond Weil Winners Circle
DAUM Luxury Art presents the "DAUM America's Polo Cup Best Sportsmanship Award"
The Washington Post FW presents the Winners of the Best Dressed Contest Announced in Winners Circle - $1,000.00 Va. Wine Lovers Package (Celebrity Judge "Omarossa" from Donald Trumps "The Apprentice")
The Washington Post FW presents Winners of Best Hat Competition Announced in Winners Circle - $1,000.00+ Luxury Gift Certificate(Celebrity Judge "Omarosa" from Donald Trumps "The Apprentice")
8:05 pm – BlackWater/USO World Champions Parachute Team Jump with Fireworks at Twilight!
8:10 pm – Live Performance will perform on Main Concert Stage
8:45 pm – SUPERSTAR "SURPRISE" PERFORMANCE.
9:15 pm – A Joint American & India Grande FIREWORKS Celebration Show - A Celebration of Freedom & the USA & India Friendship
10:00 pm + – The Polo Celebration continues on the Polo Field, "Rockin the Polo Field" with Dancing on the Polo field.
note: Children 15 and under are FREE!
NO GATE SALES. ADVANCE TICKET SALES ONLY
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When you enter the America's Polo Cup events, - you hereby accept and agree to have your photograph taken by any publication and you agree that you may be on Television for any news, promotional activities or show occuring live or tape to live.
America’s Polo Cup, Military, US Government or security agency partners reserves the right to refuse admission or remove ticket holders or attending guests without giving a reason.
Effective Immediatly - The America's Polo Cup™ only Takes VISA & MASTERCARD - SO WHEN COMING TO THE AMERICA'S POLO CUP™ - BE SURE TO LEAVE YOUR AMERICAN EXPRESS AT HOME! WE PROUDLY DO NOT ACCEPT AMERICAN EXPRESS.