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2026 HERITAGE EVENT

The 2026 Heritage Event marks the kickoff of the prestigious Gauntlet of Polo at the National Polo Center – Wellington (NPC) in Florida. This two-day event launches the C.V. Whitney Cup, the first leg of the Gauntlet series, drawing elite polo teams and international attention.

Event Details

Date & Time:

February 11, 2026 - February 12, 2026

Website:

https://www.uspolo.org/news-social/news/the-wait-is-over-national-polo-center-wellington-unveils-2026-winter-season-schedule

National Polo Center

Address:

3667 120th Ave South
Wellington, FL 33414 United States

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Event Highlights

  • Tournament: C.V. Whitney Cup (Feb 11–Mar 1)
  • Location: National Polo Center – Wellington, Florida
  • Format: High-goal polo matches featuring top-tier athletes
  • Prize: $25,000 awarded to the C.V. Whitney Cup champions

About the Gauntlet of Polo

The Gauntlet is a three-part series:

  1. C.V. Whitney Cup – Begins Feb 11
  2. USPA Gold Cup – Mar 4–29
  3. U.S. Open Polo Championship – Apr 1–26 Total prize pool: $200,000 across all three tournaments

Admission & Experience

  • Sunday brunch tickets and livestream access through USPA Polo Network
  • VIP hospitality and field-side viewing options

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travel recommendations

By Air:

  • Palm Beach International Airport (PBI) – Closest major airport 16 miles
  • Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) – 50 miles
  • Miami International Airport (MIA) – 70 miles

By Car: Easily accessible via I-95 or Florida’s Turnpike; 25 minutes from Palm Beach International Airport (PBI)

By Train: Amtrak or Tri-Rail to West Palm Beach, then rideshare or rental car to Wellington

By Bus: RedCoach and Jet Set Express offer service to West Palm Beach; local transit or rideshare to venue

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