The Argentine Polo Association (AAP) has unveiled the official schedule for the 2025 Triple Crown, and this year promises to mark a turning point in the history of the sport. For the first time, the calendar of the three legendary tournaments will not follow its customary sequence. Instead, the season will open with the Hurlingham Open, continue with the Tortugas Open, and will close with the Argentine Open in Palermo, also known as the Campeonato Argentino de Polo, which is universally recognized as the most prestigious trophy in the polo world .
This alteration of order, already tested in recent years , is more than a mere scheduling change. It reshapes how elite teams plan their season, influences how they build momentum, and challenges their ability to peak at the right moment. Tradition and renewal now go hand in hand, promising a new dimension of intensity for fans and players alike.
Official Fixture Dates
• Hurlingham Open: Tuesday, September 23 to Saturday, October 4
• Tortugas Open: Tuesday, October 7 to Saturday, October 25
• Argentine Open (Palermo): Friday, October 31 to Saturday, December 6
Hurlingham Open – 132nd Edition
The oldest polo tournament in the world, dating back to 1893 , will serve as the curtain-raiser for the Triple Crown. Its historic setting at the Hurlingham Club will host a single-elimination format in 2025, heightening drama from the opening chukker .
First-round clashes:
• La Natividad–La Dolfina vs. La Hache Cría & Polo
• Ellerstina–Indios Chapaleufú vs. Los Machitos–El Refugio
• La Irenita–La Hache Clinova vs. Sol de Agosto
• UAE Polo vs. La Ensenada–Clonargen
Each of these matchups is filled with narrative threads. La Natividad–La Dolfina, uniting the Castagnola brothers with Adolfo and Poroto Cambiaso, represents the fusion of polo’s future and its legendary past . Ellerstina–Chapaleufú revives iconic family names, while Los Machitos–El Refugio bring experience and grit. La Irenita–Clinova seeks to solidify itself among the giants, and Sol de Agosto returns to the spotlight with renewed energy . UAE Polo, with its international backing and talent, will face the tactical resilience of La Ensenada–Clonargen .
Tortugas Open – The Second Battle
Just days later, the action moves to Tortugas. Traditionally, this tournament serves as a barometer: it reveals who adapted quickly after Hurlingham and who may stumble under pressure. Although fixtures will be defined later, the Tortugas Open often delivers surprises, with underdogs disrupting the narrative and forcing favorites to sharpen their focus ahead of Palermo.
Palermo Open – 132nd Edition
The season concludes in Palermo, the “cathedral of polo,” located in the heart of Buenos Aires. The Argentine Open is not simply the last tournament, it is the crown jewel, where dynasties are consolidated and history is written before packed grandstands and a global audience .
Zones already confirmed:
• Zone A: La Natividad–La Dolfina, UAE Polo, Los Machitos–El Refugio, Sol de Agosto, plus the Zone A qualifier winner.
• Zone B: La Irenita–La Hache Clinova, Ellerstina–Indios Chapaleufú Vista, La Ensenada–Clonargen, La Hache Cría & Polo, plus the Zone B qualifier winner .
The draw ensures high-stakes games from the start, with legendary organizations placed alongside resurgent challengers. Palermo is the stage where every chukker carries the weight of legacy, and by December 6 the season’s narrative will culminate with a champion whose name will be etched into polo’s rich history.
The Powerhouses of 2025
• La Natividad–La Dolfina: Four ten-goalers, Adolfo Cambiaso, Poroto Cambiaso, and the Castagnola brothers. A perfect blend of experience, tactical mastery, and youthful audacity .
• Ellerstina–Chapaleufú: The Pieres dynasty continues with its pursuit of glory, bolstered by Chapaleufú’s traditional grit .
• La Irenita–La Hache Clinova: A steady project that has grown into a serious contender, now with added horsepower and tactical depth .
• UAE Polo: Polito Pieres, Lucas Monteverde, Tomás Panelo, and Juan Martín Nero anchor an international powerhouse seeking to redefine its role among Argentina’s greats .
• Sol de Agosto: Returning to the elite with Facundo Sola, Paco de Narváez, Benjamín Panelo, and Juan Martín Zubía, embodying resilience and tradition .
• La Ensenada–Clonargen: A balanced lineup with Juano Britos, Sapo Caset, Jerónimo del Carril, and Rufino Bensadón, aiming to upset giants .
A Season That Blends Heritage and Renewal
The Triple Crown has always been the pinnacle of polo, yet 2025 brings a new narrative. The change of order, the consolidation of alliances, and the arrival of new talent ensure a campaign that will be remembered as both a continuation of tradition and a bold step forward.
When the trophy is lifted at Palermo in December, it will not only crown a champion but also confirm that the 2025 Triple Crown was a season that reshaped the very rhythm of world polo.