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Why is Polo No Longer an Olympic Sport?
Polo is a horseback riding sport that involves four players hitting a small wooden ball into a goal with a wooden mallet. Polo is considered one of the oldest team sports around and used to be played in the Olympics during the early 1900s. It has since been taken out,...
Common Polo Misconceptions
The sport of polo has been around centuries, dating all the way back to the 6th century. When something has been around that long, it’s not uncommon for people to develop misconceptions about that thing. It’s hard to blame someone for having these misconceptions if...
Answers to Questions About Polo You’ve Always Had
Polo may have a reputation as a game for the rich and privileged, and there's certainly some validity in that. But there's a reason why polo has been around for centuries. Building a relationship with your horse and riding together to compete against other athletes is...
The Biggest Polo Tournaments In The World
For many people, Polo does not come to mind when they think of popular sports. While it may not be televised the way big sports like baseball and soccer are, it’s one of the biggest sports out there and is played in over 90 countries around the globe. There have been...
Caring for a Polo Horse
If you're looking to get involved in polo, your relationship with your horse is obviously going to be one of the most important things to work on. While polo is a strenuous sport that requires all parties involved to be fit, smart, and agile, not everyone knows what...
Fast Facts About Polo
Polo is a smaller sport that's gaining ground in the United States. Although many people are intimidated by polo, it's a surprisingly accessible and family-friendly sport. Most people associate polo with wealth and even royalty. In reality, it's one of the most...
Getting Better at Polo
Polo is a global sport. Though it's not as high-profile as sports like soccer or basketball, it has a foothold in almost every country that was once a part of the British Empire. There are plenty of polo players in places like the US and Canada. There are also several...
The Best Horses For Polo
Polo has evolved a great deal over the years. The game seems to have been invented in what today is Iran. Originally, there was actually a height limit for polo horses. Manipuri ponies at 13.2 hands in height were considered ideal for this sport for years. However, as...
What Makes Polo Horses So Special?
Polo horses are very special animals. Though they're full-sized horses, they're affectionately known as "polo ponies." Polo ponies are generally thoroughbreds or thoroughbred crosses. They have many great features that set them apart and make them beloved by their...
Proper Hydration for the Polo Player
No matter what sport or physical activity a person is pursuing, it is vital that proper hydration be maintained. If a person loses too much water from the body, there can be serious repercussions. Those who become severely dehydrated run the risk of suffering from...
