Gyeonggi-do, Jeju Polo Federations Hold President's Cup Tournaments in Succession; Korea Polo Federation Expects Polo to Gain a Wider Foothold

The Korea Polo Federation said on October 13 that regional federations are holding a series of polo tournaments, raising expectations for the sport to gain a wider following in South Korea.

According to the Korea Polo Federation, the Gyeonggi-do Polo Federation held the “1st 2026 Gyeonggi-do Polo Federation President’s Cup” on October 10 at the Jeju Korea Polo Club. Players from clubs based in Gwacheon, Yongin, Suwon, Gimpo and other areas took part in the matches.

Cho Junhee, president of the Korea Polo Federation (first from right), and Kwon Taekhwan, president of the Gyeonggi-do Polo Federation (first from left), pose for a commemorative photo with youth competition award winners and officials. Korea Polo Federation

The Gyeonggi-do Polo Federation held the tournament to bring together polo activities that had previously taken place independently in different areas, and to encourage players to compete and connect with one another on an ongoing basis. The federation said it plans to hold regular tournaments, expand exchanges between regions and create more opportunities for people of different age groups, including young people, to experience polo.

The Jeju-do Polo Federation President’s Cup is scheduled to follow next week.

Cho Junhee, president of the Korea Polo Federation, said, “It is significant that players from different regions came together to compete and connect with one another. If regional federations activate regular tournaments and exchange programs, it will encourage players to participate on an ongoing basis and greatly help broaden the base of polo in South Korea.” He added, “I hope regional federations will serve as hubs that connect polo activities in their areas and nurture players, establishing themselves as a strong foundation for the development of polo in South Korea.”

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