HYDERABAD: Team France and Team India engaged in a fierce struggle in the much-anticipated finals of the World Arena Polo Championship 2025 – Telangana Tourism Cup, which were hosted by the Hyderabad Polo & Riding Club. The encounter, which lasted four chukkers, had fans on the edge of their seats.
France grabbed charge from the opening chukker, quickly scoring four goals to put pressure on India. India responded resolutely with two goals, although the French team had the better of the first half.
The result was 6-3 in favour of France after India managed to score one goal and France added two more goals in the second chukker.
France maintained their dominance in the third chukker, scoring two more goals, while India found it difficult to keep up, managing just one goal. France was still up at the completion of the third chukker, with the scoreboard reading 8-6.
Team India responded with two fast goals to tie the score at 8–8, turning the final chukker into an exciting battle. France scored two quick goals to secure their 10-8 victory and win the World Arena Polo Championship 2025 title just as the game looked certain to end in a dramatic fashion.
An enthusiastic audience watched the game, and the fans of both sides created an exciting environment. The victory of Team France in this esteemed competition represents a major polo accomplishment.
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