Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club

Prince William Leads Polo Team To Victory & Earns A Kiss From Kate


Posted on Jul 09, 2011 @ 02:05PM - 1 comment

By Radar Staff

Prince William lead his Royal Salute team to victory at the Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club Saturday. That earned him a trophy and a kiss from his beautiful bride.

Prince William lead his Royal Salute team to victory at the Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club Saturday. That earned him a trophy and a kiss from his beautiful bride.

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During the match, Kate sat a respectful distance away from the field -- RadarOnline.com has learned that the Duchess of Cambridge is allergic to horses!

Just before the competition, William told supporters, " I was so delighted when Ambassador Holden asked me to play polo here, at the Santa Barbara Polo and Racquet Club.  It has to be one of the most beautiful polo grounds anywhere in the world. As a keen polo player, it’s also an honor for me to celebrate with you this afternoon this famous Club’s 100th birthday. My father, The Prince of Wales, and my brother, Harry, were as green as that grass out there when I told them I’d be here.

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"Catherine and I have had a busy few days - so the prospect of being able to let loose this afternoon is wonderful for me.  But that’s what sport is all about – be it polo or football – more specifically how sport helps young people to find purpose in life – is a key element to the Foundation that Catherine, Harry and I have established.

"But today is about Santa Barbara polo - a hundred glorious years.  Thank you Ambassador Holden. Thank you Tiffany’s for the beautiful Foundation Cup.  Here’s to the next century – happy birthday!"

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William scored four goals, leading his team members -- who had each ponied up $100,000 each for the honor -- to a 5 -2 victory.

The event raised $4 million for the American Friends of the Foundation of Prince William and Prince Harry and the Polo Training Center of Santa Barbara.

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William & Kate Arrive At Santa Barbara Polo Club


Posted on Jul 09, 2011 @ 05:59AM - 1 comment

By Radar Staff

Their helicopter set down at 12:03 pm at the Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club, and the excitement level among the crowd went off the charts.

Wearing a de Gournay silver and marble gray hand-painted chinoiserie silk dress by Jenny Packham, the Duchess of Cambridge opted on going hatless on the sunny and hot afternoon.

Their helicopter set down at 12:03 pm at the Santa Barbara Polo & Racquet Club, and the excitement level among the crowd went off the charts.

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Wearing a de Gournay silver and marble gray hand-painted chinoiserie silk dress by Jenny Packham, the Duchess of Cambridge opted on going hatless on the sunny and hot afternoon.

The royal newlyweds were initially met by their ambassador, and then walked a red carpet without taking any questions from the press.

Hollywood made the trek to the small town of Carpenteria, where the club is located. Jennifer Love Hewitt, Molly Sims, Rosario Dawson, and Santa Barbara local Rob Lowe were all spotted.

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After a brief reception, they'll sit down at a Tiffany-sponsored luncheon starting at 1 pm.

The three-course menu consists of California chopped salad with Parmesan frico, marinated giant shrimp and sweet corn lasagna with blistered tomatoes and roasted asparagus. They'll have their pick of a trio of desserts, strawberry meringue trifle, tarragon Merlot truffles and toffee truffles.

Liquor sponsor Royal Salute offered polo-themed whiskey cocktails including the Chivas Palm Beach and Chivas Chukka.

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While grandstand and lawn seating cost a mere $400, VIP ducats, which included the luncheon, went for $4,000 each.

After the luncheon, the polo will actually begin.

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A match, with William in the saddle, is set for 3 pm.

Come back to RadarOnline.com for more on the couple's adventures in Santa Barbara.

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