Global Polo Entertainment (GPE), the entertainment arm of USPA Global, has extended its partnership with ESPN through 2026, further expanding the reach of polo on a global scale.
Since 2022, this collaboration has introduced millions of viewers to the sport across multiple ESPN platforms, including ESPN2, ESPNU, ESPNEWS, and the ESPN App. The extension ensures continued coverage of North America’s top polo events, including:
U.S. Open Polo Championship®
U.S. Open Women’s Polo Championship®
Gauntlet of Polo®
National Intercollegiate Championships (Men & Women)
Exciting Addition: Chris Fowler
Veteran ESPN broadcaster Chris Fowler will host the 2025 U.S. Open Polo Championship® on April 20, marking his debut in the polo world. Best known for his coverage of college football, horse racing, and Grand Slam tennis, Fowler expressed his enthusiasm:
“I’ve covered incredible athletes, and now I’m thrilled to highlight the skill and speed of polo players and their equine partners in this exhilarating sport.”
More than Just Matches
Alongside live coverage, ESPN will air exclusive made-for-TV content, including the award-winning Breakaway series, featuring:
Polo in the Palm Beaches
Women in Polo
Polo in College
Polo in England
Global Reach & Growth
With expanded distribution through StarSports, beIN Sports, and Times of India, the sport of polo is reaching new audiences worldwide.
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