Polo facts for kids
This page is about the sport played on horseback. For the clothing, see polo shirt.
Players playing polo
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| Highest governing body | Federation of International Polo |
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| Nicknames | The Sport of Kings |
| Origin | Greater Iran
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| Clubs | 90+ |
| Characteristics | |
| Contact | Yes |
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| Mixed-sex | Yes |
| Type | Equestrian, ball game, team sport |
| Equipment | Polo pony, mallet, ball, protective wear |
| Venue | Polo field or arena |
| Presence | |
| Country or region | Worldwide |
| Olympic | Formerly (1900, 1908, 1920–1924 and 1936) |
Polo is an exciting team sport played on horseback. It's a game where players use long mallets to hit a ball across a field, trying to score goals. Imagine playing hockey, but while riding a fast horse! Polo is one of the oldest team sports in the world, starting over 2,000 years ago in ancient Persia (modern-day Iran). It's often called "The Sport of Kings" because it was enjoyed by royalty and noble families. Today, polo is played professionally in many countries and is loved by people all over the globe. To play polo, you need to be a skilled rider and physically fit, as it's a fast-paced and active game.