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The World Polo Championship is an international team competition organized by the Federation of International Polo (FIP), the global governing body for the sport. First contested in 1987, it features national teams competing under a set handicap ceiling designed to broaden participation beyond traditional polo powerhouses. Argentina has historically dominated the tournament, which is typically held at intervals of roughly three or four years.
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What is the World Polo Championship?
The World Polo Championship is an international team tournament organized by the Federation of International Polo, or FIP. National teams compete under a handicap ceiling intended to broaden participation.
When was the World Polo Championship first held?
The first World Polo Championship was contested in 1987. It has since served as the main global national-team competition in polo.
Why does the World Polo Championship use a handicap ceiling?
The ceiling limits the combined handicap level of each team. This helps countries with different polo traditions compete internationally without making the event exclusive to the highest-rated professionals.
Is the World Polo Championship a club tournament?
No. It is organized around national teams rather than ordinary club league rosters. The FIP governs the competition as the sport's international federation.
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