The five-day tournament began with preliminary matches between PGB Kalabagh 4, Habib Metro Lions. Asean Black, and Asean Red emerged as the victor in the final match.
The event is sponsored by Serena Hotels under the Sports Diplomacy Initiative which seeks to encourage sports as a healthy activity in Pakistan and aims to form a platform for the local community, corporate and development sectors, government officials and diplomats to share their love for sports.
Mr. Aziz Boolani, CEO of Serena Hotels, said, "Sports impact a plethora of public arenas, coincide with community values, and reaffirm key social values for athletes especially but also the spectators. Serena Hotels is proud to be associated with numerous sports initiatives which promote wellbeing and inclusion through healthy activities."
Polo is known as the game of kings; while the origins of Polo are lost in the mists of antiquity, historical records show that the Persians and Chinese have played variations for several thousand years. One of the most classic equestrian sports, Polo is a recognised Olympic sport and Serena Hotels hosts the Polo Cup annually.
A grand closing and prize distribution ceremony followed where the winning team of the Serena Hotels Polo Cup 2017 was awarded the running Silver Trophy. The trophy was awarded by the chief guest.-PR