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Royal Johor, world's polo elite set for Super Crown showdown

JOHOR BARU: The Royal Johor will take on some of the world's leading polo players when the inaugural Johor Super Crown Polo Tournament (JSCPT) gallops into action at the historic Istana Pasir Pelangi grounds from Sept 1-6.

Royal Johor, world's polo elite set for Super Crown showdown

JOHOR BARU: The inaugural Johor Super Crown Polo Tournament (JSCPT) will commence at the historic Istana Pasir Pelangi grounds from September 1-6, bringing together the world's leading polo players. This six-day, 22-goal international tournament will feature five invitational teams, with Royal Johor facing off against Temasek, JCORP, Korea Polo, and Digital Bridge.

The Royal Johor Polo Club, fielding a formidable line-up comprising the Regent of Johor, Tunku Mahkota Ismail Sultan Ibrahim, and top players Juan Martin Nero, Juan Bautista Panzillo, and Pablo Polito Pieres, will compete for the prestigious new prize. This event aims to elevate Johor's status on the international polo calendar and showcases the club's continuous improvements in polo infrastructure, with top-tier horses and facilities.

The tournament is set to feature some of the sport's biggest names, including Argentine Open champions, bringing an elite level of competition comparable to major international events like the US Open and Queen's Cup.

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