Nacho Figueras envisions F1-style polo events after World Cup success

Polo star Nacho Figueras discussed the potential for polo to gain mainstream popularity, inspired by the recent World Cup success. At the Cowdray Gold Cup in the UK, he suggested an 'F1 version of polo' to attract a larger audience, similar to what sports documentaries have done for other sports. Figueras believes polo has the elements needed to captivate fans. He is also working on a scripted project that aligns with his vision to modernize the sport. The Gaston Polo Team won the Cowdray Gold Cup, defeating the Dubai Polo Team 9-8.

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