International Polo Tour in Virginia

International Polo Tour Rocks Virginia Polo World in Historic Victory

Wellington, Fla. (July 17, 2025)- South Florida-based the International Polo Tour (IPT), known for their international victories as they share the love of polo globally, has officially broken a new record in U.S. polo capital Virginia.

During an intense match in the middle of Morven Park International Polo Club attended by more than 2,000 attendees, the IPT showcased their ever-growing skills and won against their opponent Morven Park International in a stunning 21-16 victory, the new total highest score recorded in the state’s Arena Polo history.

“I send congratulations to all players – this was the most offensive high scoring match that I can recall playing in,” said Tareq Salahi, Team Captain and Founder of the International Polo Tour’s Hotels at Sea Luxury Cruises Polo Team  “Each day, our team is learning more about each other as we prepare for some major USPA events in the future about to be announced in the near term.”

Captain Salahi, the game’s top scorer, achieved 12 goals, including a double point. The event also welcomed NFL and Super Bowl champion Tim Johnson, who is practicing for his next polo appearance against the NFL’s Josh Norman during the IPT’s September 6th Sunset Polo USA vs. South Africa Val De Vie match.

“As an NFL Oakland Raider AFC Champion and Super Bowl Special Teams MVP (awarded by Hall Of Fame Wide Receiver Jerry Rice), I know how spectacular being in the arena and on the field is,” said Johnson. “It’s an honor to have this chance again- playing polo in front of fans brings a level of excitement to me that only those mired by the dust, sweat, blood, and tears in hard fought battles can appreciate.”

“With my horse and mallet, I will compete fiercely in the polo match to bring home a first-place victory trophy during this year’s Sunset Polo. Prepare to enjoy a show that will go down in history. Excited is an understatement- let’s ride! Go USA & International Polo!”

Salahi added, “I can’t wait for the Capitol Region USA community to join us this September and invite all polo & fashion fans from around the globe to join us where we will be bringing our best performance of the 2025 season in support of 501(c)3 charitable organization We Will Survive Cancer (WWSC). Look forward to a night of polo, fashion and philanthropy!”

2025’s Sunset Polo match in support of WWSC will be held:

Learn more about the IPT: http://www.internationalpolotour.com/ 

The International Polo Tour, founded by Captain Tareq Salahi, brings the love of Polo to a wider audience, uniting international cultures in a celebration of both their common bonds and their diversity. From Snow Polo to Beach Polo to Elephant Polo, IPT provides support worldwide, including Argentina, Australia, Asia, England, South America, Italy, and throughout the United States including the high-net-worth region of the Capitol Region area of Washington D.C and the Northeast & Florida markets.

This game is rich with tradition in markets around the world, reaching far beyond the field. To fully capture the spirit of America and its international challengers, as well as the imagination and enthusiasm of their people, this cooperative effort combines government relations, upscale consumer goods, and tourism initiatives.  It serves as an economic development engine for the United States and its international partners.

The IPT is thankful for all of its incredible sponsors and supporters, including ESPN, Douglas Elliman, Stella Artois, Michelob Ultra, Nutrl Vodka Seltzer, Four Seasons, Coca-Cola, Hotels at Sea® Luxury Cruises, Resorts at Sea®, Stryk Global, Hostage Aid, Freedom Polo Farm, TJB SuperYachts, Makina, Out East Eyewear, Transmedia Sports PR, Sideline Surgeons, Equine Sports Marketing.com, Miguel Wilson, Capital Sculpture Garden & Winery, Twilight Polo Club®, Oui Producciones, Celebration Winery, Oasis Winery®, I Food , & Salty Bottom Blue.

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