Raffles Hotels & Resorts Celebrates The Raffles Sirmour Cup At Rajasthan Polo Club
5 Dariya News
27-Feb-2025
The prestigious Raffles Sirmour Cup (12 goal), held at the Rajasthan Polo Club from February 10-16 as part of the 2025 Jaipur Polo Season, concluded in spectacular fashion. Raffles Hotels & Resorts, alongside Raffles Jaipur and Raffles Udaipur, proudly served as the title sponsor of the coveted trophy, which saw an exhilarating display of sportsmanship, uniting elite polo players, royalty, and distinguished guests in a celebration of tradition and excellence.
The final match of the Raffles Sirmour Cup, between the Vimal Arion Achievers and Aravali Polo was an edge-of-the-seat affair, featuring some of the finest players from across the globe. The grand culmination of the event was marked by the prize distribution ceremony, where the winning team, Vimal Arion Achievers, was felicitated with the Raffles Sirmour Cup.
The ceremony was attended by esteemed dignitaries, polo enthusiasts, and key representatives from Raffles Hotels & Resorts, Raffles Jaipur, and Raffles Udaipur, further cementing the brand’s commitment to promoting heritage sports and refined hospitality experiences in Rajasthan."The Raffles Sirmour Cup embodies the spirit of polo—where heritage and excellence come together in a show of sporting grandeur.
In celebration of our inspirational hotels in Jaipur and Udaipur, and our commitment to supporting culture in all its forms, Raffles Hotels & Resorts was proud to champion this legacy, highlighting the artistry of polo while curating unparalleled hospitality experiences in the heart of Rajasthan,” said Omer Acar, CEO, Raffles Hotels & Resorts.
As part of the celebrations, Raffles Hotels & Resorts hosted an exclusive dinner on February 15 and high tea on 16, adding a touch of signature luxury to the event. The elegantly curated affair, held at the Rajasthan Polo Club, was a testament to Raffles' renowned tradition of indulgence and refinement.
Guests were treated to a selection of artisanal pastries, gourmet delicacies, signature teas, and handcrafted cocktails, all set against the backdrop of the thrilling polo action.
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Founded in Singapore in 1887, Raffles Hotels, Resorts and Residences are places where ideas are born, history is made and stories and legends are created. At each landmark address, distinguished guests and residents will find a world of elegance and enchanted glamour, where Raffles’ renowned legacy of gracious service knows no bounds.
As the authentic heart of a destination, Raffles champions fine art and design, and fosters culture in all its forms, guiding guests to make discoveries in their own time and way. Raffles’ commitment to local communities is expressed through diverse initiatives with a unified mission to actively support the arts and the environment.
From one generation to the next, visitors arrive as guests, leave as friends, and return as family. Raffles can be found in key international locations including Singapore, Paris, London, Boston, Istanbul, Dubai, Doha, Maldives, Jaipur, Phnom Penh and Bali, among others; with flagship openings upcoming in Sentosa, Singapore and Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Raffles is part of Accor, a world leading hospitality group counting over 5,600 properties throughout more than 110 countries, and a participating brand in ALL, a lifestyle loyalty program providing access to a wide variety of rewards, services and experiences.