The prestigious Casa de Campo Polo Club was the scene of an exciting sporting encounter with the celebration of the Casa de Campo Challenge 2026, an event that brought together the best of polo in an atmosphere where elegance, tradition, and high-level lifestyle converged, coordinated by the Lendof team.
Starting at 4:00 p.m., the teams Casa de Campo and La Romanza – 3J faced off in a vibrant match marked by intensity, strategy, and high-level plays. Regarding the tournament's impact, Sarah Pelegrín, Public Relations Manager at Casa de Campo, he noted: «This event not only reaffirms Casa de Campo as the home of polo in the Caribbean, but it also celebrates the essence of our community: a perfect blend between high-performance competition and the warmth of our family traditions.
The event featured impeccable organization that elevated the experience for both players and spectators. Wladimir Lendof, of Lendof and Associates, highlighted the importance of these alliances: «For us, it is an honor to coordinate a platform where athletic excellence meets the backing of leading brands. The Casa de Campo Challenge is consolidated today as an essential benchmark in the country's social and sporting calendar.
In a spectacular final that kept the excitement alive until the last chukker, La Romanza – 3J decisively defeated Casa de Campo, closing the score at 12 to 7 and thus securing the title. The match stood out for its dynamism and precision, consolidating both teams as protagonists of the circuit.
The teams were comprised of:
Casa de Campo
Leo Matos
Alex Schad
Denny's Santana
Ramiro Cordero
La Romanza – 3J
• Alex Schad (Junior)
Gilberto Constanza
• Santiago Otamendi
Julio Lopez
The match was also marked by an emotional generational encounter, with Alex Schad (Casa de Campo) and his son Alex Schad (La Romanza – 3J) competing on opposing teams, a rare moment that highlighted the heritage and continuity of polo. The live commentary was provided by Fernando Arata and Dr. José López, who brought context and excitement to the experience.
The event was supported by major brands: Excel, Banreservas, Benetti, Casa de Campo, Casa Equilibria, Jardín Oriental, Mercedes-Benz, Ministry of Tourism, Romangus, Refidomsa, T-Pack, The Spa – CDC, Brugal, Ritmo Social, and Cerveza Michelob. In addition to special activations from Grabo Estilo, JC Lagares, Yves Rocher, and Mediterraneo.
Results and Awards:
Winning team La Romanza – 3J
MVP of the match: Santiago Otamendi (presented by Carolina Rainer)
Best Playing Pony Marita (Julián Díaz)
Argentine Polo Award Alberta Ellis
Jury Fernando Arata and Pablo Ávalos
Refer Federico Martelli
During the awards ceremony, Dr. Leo Matos presented an exclusive Mediterranean Pure Linen *chacabana* to Julio López as a gesture of congratulations for his team's outstanding performance. With this edition, Casa de Campo reaffirmed its leadership as the epicenter of polo in the region, offering experiences that combine sporting excellence with an unparalleled luxury offering.
