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The Road to 150: The World Returns to Newport-Jan Reveal: Brazil, Switzerland, South Africa

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The world comes to Newport! Brazil brings flair and speed, Switzerland brings precision and strategy, and South Africa brings power and strength—three more nations, one field, endless polo drama.

Brazil — June 27
 Brazil returns to the Newport International Polo Series on June 27, bringing a brand of polo that favors imagination over inhibition. Introduced in the early 20th century by British expatriates and quickly embraced by a nation fluent in athletic flair, Brazilian polo is fast, fluid, and unapologetically creative—defined by daring lines, quick hands, and a tempo that rarely asks permission. When Brazil last took the field in Newport in 2015, they made their presence felt as Ball Carnival guests of honor, following a stunning debut victory in 2011. Expect the same swagger, speed, and shot-making that keeps opponents guessing and spectators on their feet.

Switzerland — September 19
 Switzerland returns on September 19 with a game plan that values precision over spectacle—and often wins because of it. Though polo arrived later in Switzerland than in traditional strongholds, it has evolved into a discipline marked by composure, intelligent spacing, and tactical patience. Swiss teams are masters of control, quietly converting marginal advantages into decisive outcomes. Their last appearance at Newport on Opening Day in 2011 was a 10-8 barnburner and first victory that year for the USA—proof that Swiss polo rarely wastes a move. Expect a match of chess at full gallop.

South Africa — August 8
 South Africa charges back into Newport on August 8, carrying one of the oldest polo traditions in the Southern Hemisphere. Introduced in the late 1800s through British cavalry regiments, South African polo blends raw athleticism with relentless endurance. It is physical, fearless, and played at a punishing pace—where stamina is as valuable as skill. With appearances in ’07, ’08, ’19, and 2023 producing two wins apiece, this rivalry arrives perfectly balanced. Fans can expect high-impact polo, hard riding, and a contest that rarely lets up.