England takes on USA for the Westchester Cup at Windsor Great Park for the Audi International Polo Series 28.07.2013

Guards Polo Club is proud to announce that Keith Prowse will be providing hospitality and

boujis private members club the official after‐party

Polo’s oldest and most prestigious trophy is the prize this summer when Audi England take on

the USA, supported by Equus & Co, at Guards Polo Club, Windsor Great Park, on Sunday 28 July.

This will be the first UK staging of the Westchester Cup in 16 years and the first time boujis

private members club is to host the official after‐party alongside Keith Prowse offering their

culinary expertise after their contract renewal with the Hurlingham Polo association.    

The International Pavilion will provide a sanctuary for Keith Prowse and boujis guests to enjoy a

luxury three‐course summer lunch and accompanying hand‐picked wines, followed by a

traditional British afternoon tea during breaks from spectating. The day of society polo will then

be concluded with an impressive after‐party hosted by award winning boujis with its signature

serves, headline DJ’s and electrifying entertainment.   

Martyn Bowden, Marketing & Group PR Manager states “boujis has been synonymous for

throwing some of the best parties and exclusive events in London and internationally for its

members ‐ now it’s time to put our stamp on this prestigious polo event”  

Non‐members will also be able to purchase tickets to this pavilion party with a limited number

of tables, alongside a tiered offering from our drinks partners; Moët & Chandon champagne and

Belvedere Vodka.     

England v USA for The Westchester Cup

This impressive Westchester Cup is the flagship fixture of the largest Audi International Polo

Series, as well as being the key feature event for the UK sport’s governing body, the Hurlingham

Polo Association. The Blue Riband of international polo, this match will be a rare chance to

watch the highly successful England team battle against a very competitive team from the USA

on UK soil. These two countries have not clashed here since 1997, when England won 12‐9. In

Florida in 2009, when the Cup was last contested, England was again successful, winning 10‐9.

Jon Zammett, Head of PR for Audi UK said: “The Americans are experts at all kinds of horse

power and the drama of this prestigious match at Guards Polo Club will make it a national

occasion. The US polo team can only inspire the England players to raise their game even

further – the Westchester Cup will certainly be dramatic and one not to be missed.”

In addition to the afternoon’s Westchester Cup match, the day begins with a fast paced morning

match for the Diamond Jubilee Trophy, featuring a Prince of Wales team v a Hurlingham squad.

As well as hospitality opportunities for all Guards and Hurlingham Polo Association members,

Keith Prowse will bring its impressive Chukkas Restaurant to Guards Polo Club on this day,

offering both great dining and a relaxing ambience for all.  

“Andrew Hodgkins, managing director at Keith Prowse, said: “We’re incredibly excited to be

hosting guests in our official capacity as hospitality suppliers for the Audi International Polo this

year. The Westchester Cup is respected globally on the same level as the Ashes Series in cricket

or the Ryder Cup in golf. We are expecting to see an influx of international guests looking to

enjoy this rare sporting occasion between England and USA and have confidence that our first‐

class hospitality will make this event even more memorable for guests.”

 

England v USA for The Westchester Cup

Tickets and hospitality options are already on sale. Contact:

• Audi: Call 020 7736 8183 or email office@audiopolosport.com

• boujis Afterparty: Call 0207 591 5430 Grace@ignite‐group.com or www.boujis.com

• Hurlingham Polo Association: www.hurlingham‐polo.co.uk

• Guards Polo Club: Call 01784 437797 or purchase online at www.guardspoloclub.com

• Keith Prowse: Call 0845 125 4882 or go to www.keithprowse.co.uk/polo

 

 

Ignite Group Ltd and boujis, founded in 1998 by Matt Hermer, prides itself on a premium

quality portfolio of niche clubs, restaurants and bars that are noted for their exceptional products

and services, experienced staff and innovative flair. Ignite Group Ltd, owns and operates awardwinning private members club boujis, international boutique cocktail bar group Eclipse London

and in W Barcelona, the hip Wyld club and the W Lounge in London’s prestigious W Hotel and

renowned restaurant brand Bumpkin. Most recently Boujis Hong Kong opened in October 2012.  

www.ignite-group.com

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Audi International Polo Series: The Hurlingham Polo Association (HPA), the sport’s governing

body, supported by Audi, the premium car company, created a new series of Polo Internationals

known as the  Audi International Polo Series in 2012. This year the series will feature three

Internationals, at Beaufort Polo Club on Saturday 15 June 2013, at Guards Polo Club, near

Windsor (formerly the Cartier International) – one of the highlights of the British summer season

and undoubtedly the biggest UK polo event of the year – on Sunday 28 July 2013, and at

Chester Racecourse on Saturday 7 September 2013. Having sponsored the England Polo Team

since 2005, it was a natural progression for Audi to create and sponsor a series in order to

provide additional platforms for England to play against some of the world’s top polo teams. This

investment by Audi in the International Polo Series, together with its existing sponsorship of the

England polo team, makes the car company the biggest supporter by far of polo in the UK.  

www.audipolosport.com

Keith Prowse is the UK’s number one choice for sporting, cultural and bespoke events.

Keith Prowse is a hospitality expert with a heritage in entertainment and ticketing for over 200

years.  

Keith Prowse can cater to a large variety of events and is the official hospitality provider to

events including: The Championships, Wimbledon, Domestic and International Rugby at

Twickenham Stadium, the Kia Oval, Lord’s, The Ageas Bowl, AEGON Championships,

Cheltenham National Hunt Festival, The Old Course Experience, Edgbaston, Goodwood,

Henley Royal Regatta, etc.    

Keith Prowse has more official appointments than any other hospitality provider, including:

Concerts and festivals, Cricket, Flower shows, Football, Golf, Horse racing, International events,

Motorsport, Polo, Rowing, Rugby, Sailing, Tennis, Theatre and performing arts.  

England v USA for The Westchester Cup

Westchester Cup: This magnificent silver trophy, weighing 400oz with figures of mounted polo

players plus the coats of arms of both England and America, was created by Tiffany’s for the first

match between the United States and Great Britain in 1886. The Westchester Cup was then

contested in 1900, 1902, 1909, 1911, 1913 and 1914 when the First World War interrupted the

game and caused the death of many of the best players. Played again in 1921, it was then

competed for in 1924, 1927, 1930, 1936 and 1939, games which were won by the USA. After

the Second World War, the Cup was not played for until 1992 and 1997 in the UK and in 2009 in

the USA, all of which games were won by England. The Cup has been won a total of ten times

by the USA and six times by England, including the initial 1886 match.