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U.S. Polo Assn. Returns to 2026 DMMI Royal Charity Polo Cup as Official Apparel and Team Sponsor

Global Brand Supports Prince of Wales’ Philanthropic Polo Event, Raising Over £1 Million

WEST PALM BEACH, FL AND WINDSOR, UK / ACCESS Newswire / July 14, 2026 / U.S. Polo Assn.®, the global sports brand in partnership with Brand Machine Group (BMG), its licensing partner in the United Kingdom, proudly returned as the Official Apparel and Team Sponsor for the 2026 DMMI Royal Charity Polo Cup. The prestigious charitable event took place on July 10 at the historic Flemish Farm’s Guards Polo Club in Windsor Great Park.

1) (left to right) U.S. Polo Assn. Team Accepts 2026 DMMI Royal Charity Polo Cup Trophy: Boo Jalil (BMG), Amr Zeden, Aiyawatt Srivaddhanaprahba, HRH The Princess of Wales, HRH The Prince of Wales, Mark Tomlinson, J. Michael Prince (USPA Global)

2) The 2026 DMMI Royal Charity Polo Cup in full swing at Flemish Farm’s Guards Polo Club in Windsor Great Park
3) U.S. Polo Assn. Team Captain, HRH The Prince of Wales, riding a polo pony at the 2026 DMMI Royal Charity Polo Cup

Photo Credit: Chris Jackson – Getty Images

His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales once again captained the U.S. Polo Assn. Team, and this annual gathering brought together distinguished guests and top-level polo players for a fun-filled day centered on friendly competition and charitable giving through the sport of polo. HRH The Prince of Wales competed in an exciting round-robin format match against Manta Marine and The Mirror Polo Team. The high-profile charitable event featured excellent gameplay from all participants and concluded with HRH The Prince of Wales defending last year’s title with the U.S. Polo Assn. Team. The Royal Charity Cup continues to serve as a highlight for U.S. Polo Assn. during the British polo season as a celebration of sportsmanship, horsemanship, and philanthropy through the sport of polo.

Royal Charity Polo Cup at-a-Glance:

  • Teams:
    • U.S. Polo Assn. Team (HRH The Prince of Wales, Mark Tomlinson, Aiyawatt Srivaddhanaprabha, Amr Zedan)
    • Mirror Polo Team (Rafi Bruckner, Steve Cox, Sarkis Gabrelian, Nico Roberts)
    • Manta Marine Team (James Beh, Jovey Beh, Mohamed Ndao, Ivan Rubinich)
  • Date: July 10, 2026
  • Location: Flemish Farm’s Guards Polo Club in Windsor Great Park, England
  • Most Valuable Player: Rafi Bruckner (Mirror Polo Team)
  • Best Playing Pony: Chechu, played by HRH The Prince of Wales (U.S. Polo Assn. Team)

Marking its eighth consecutive year of support, U.S. Polo Assn. outfitted all participating polo players, umpires, and flaggers in custom-designed performance jerseys, while also providing curated commemorative gifts for event attendees. The tailored gift set included a canvas tote bag, a silk pillowcase, a lapel pin, co-branded event caps developed exclusively for this year’s event, as well as the brand’s newest annual issue of Field X Fashion magazine. U.S. Polo Assn. also brought its newest global polo shirt campaign, An Icon Born from the Game™, to life throughout the Royal Charity Cup through visibility on player jerseys and polo shirt bag tags featured at the hospitality table, further highlighting the brand’s authentic sports origins and the polo shirt’s evolution into one of the world’s most enduring style essentials.

“We are proud to once again support His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales for the eighth consecutive year as he captained the U.S. Polo Assn. Team for this sport-inspired charitable event,” said J. Michael Prince, President and CEO of USPA Global, the company which manages the global, multi-billion-dollar U.S. Polo Assn. brand. “Together with our partners at Brand Machine Group, U.S. Polo Assn. is honored to help drive awareness and financial support through the sport of polo for the Official Royal Charities of The Prince and Princess of Wales, which make a meaningful difference across the United Kingdom.”

The annual high-profile philanthropic event raised more than £1 million for 10 important charities across the United Kingdom that are supported by The Prince and Princess of Wales. The 2026 event contribution takes the total raised from Royal Charity Polo Days played in the U.K. over the last 15 years to more than £15 million.

Those charities include: Evelina London Children’s Hospital, Forward Trust, Maternal Mental Health Alliance, Royal Navy and Royal Marines Charity, The Passage, The Royal College of Paramedics, Shout, Ty Hafan, Wales Air Ambulance, and We Are Farming Minds.

In addition to U.S. Polo Assn.’s role as the Official Apparel and Team Sponsor, the 2026 DMMI Royal Charity Polo Cup was supported by a distinguished roster of partners. Title Sponsor DMMI was joined by Team Sponsors Manta Marine Technologies and The Mirror Polo Team, Beverage Sponsors Moët Chandon and Whispering Angel, and the Catering Sponsor, AP & Co. The Most Valuable Player Award was sponsored by Audi, and the Best Playing Pony Sponsor was the Cox Family of Oklahoma. Together, these partners contributed to elevating the Royal Charity Cup experience and reinforced the philanthropic mission of the annual event.

“Each year, the Royal Charity Polo Cup continues to grow in both impact and prestige, and U.S. Polo Assn. is proud to play a role in its continued success,” said Boo Jalil, CEO of Brand Machine Group. “Our collaboration allows us to further connect our global brand to the sport of polo while supporting an event that brings together style, sport, and charity in a meaningful way.”

Guests and fans of the sport of polo can also look ahead to the award-winning broadcast, Breakaway: Polo in Europe, coming to ESPN, TNT, and Eurosport this summer, which highlights exciting sporting events across the continent. The episode can also be viewed on Global Polo’s YouTube channel. Check your local listings for airtimes.

Guards Polo Club is one of only four polo clubs in the United Kingdom that stage elite tournaments, including the Royal Charity Polo Cup. Established in 1955 as the Household Brigade Polo Club under the presidency of His Royal Highness Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, the club was renamed to the Guards Polo Club in 1969 and celebrates nearly seven decades of premier polo.

About U.S. Polo Assn. and USPA Global

U.S. Polo Assn. is the official sports brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), the largest association of polo clubs and polo players in the United States, founded in 1890. With a multi-billion-dollar global footprint and worldwide distribution through more than 1,200 U.S. Polo Assn. retail stores as well as thousands of additional points of distribution, U.S. Polo Assn. offers apparel, accessories, and footwear for men, women, and children in more than 190 countries worldwide. The brand sponsors major polo events around the world, including the U.S. Open Polo Championship®, held annually at NPC in The Palm Beaches, the premier polo tournament in the United States. Historic deals with ESPN in the United States, TNT and Eurosport in Europe, Star Sports in India, and BeIn Sports in the Middle East now broadcast several of the premier polo championships in the world, sponsored by U.S. Polo Assn., making the thrilling sport accessible to millions of sports fans globally for the very first time.

U.S. Polo Assn. has recently been named one of USA Today’s Most Trusted Brands and has consistently been named one of the top global sports licensors in the world alongside the NFL, PGA Tour, and Formula 1, according to License Global. In addition, the sport-inspired brand is being recognized internationally with awards for global growth and sport content. Due to its tremendous success as a global brand, U.S. Polo Assn. has been featured in Forbes, Fortune, Modern Retail, and GQ as well as on Yahoo Finance and Bloomberg, among many other noteworthy media sources around the world. For more information, visit uspoloassnglobal.com and follow @uspoloassn.

USPA Global is a subsidiary of the United States Polo Association (USPA) and manages the multi-billion-dollar sports brand, U.S. Polo Assn. USPA Global also manages the subsidiary, Global Polo, which is the worldwide leader in polo sport content. To learn more, visit globalpolo.com or Global Polo on YouTube.

About Brand Machine Group (BMG)

BMG is an international leader in fashion innovation which has established itself as a vertical manufacturer and global licensing specialist with over four decades of industry experience. Partnering with recognized market leaders, BMG manages a seamless and collaborative process of designing, manufacturing, and delivering quality products while championing the DNA of a diverse portfolio of brands, spanning fashion, sports, outdoor, and homeware including adult fashion, kidswear, and accessories.

BMG’s portfolio of brands includes U.S. Polo Assn., Penfield, New Balance Kids, Duchamp, Jack Wills, Flyers American Born, Lee Kids, Peckham Rye, Wrangler Kids, Juicy Couture, Franklin & Marshall, Elle Junior and Ben Sherman. BMG reaffirms its commitment to upholding sustainable and ethical business practices by ensuring full transparency throughout its global supply chain, aligning with the ETI Base Code.

Visit brandmachinegroup.com and follow @brandmachinegroup. For appointments, contact [email protected].

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For Further Information, Contact:

Shannon Stilson – VP, Sports Marketing & Media
Phone +001.561.227.6994 – E-mail: [email protected]

Stacey Kovalsky – VP, Global PR & Communications
Phone +001.561.790.8036 – E-mail: [email protected]

Gina Digregorio – Marketing Consultant, Brand Machine Group
Phone: +44 (0) 7741 635 984 – E-mail: [email protected]

SOURCE: U.S. Polo Assn.

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FREELANDER Confirms September Abu Dhabi Brand Launch at Goodwood Festival of Speed, Marking the Next Step in Global Expansion

GOODWOOD, United Kingdom, July 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — During the 2026 Goodwood Festival of Speed, British premium brand FREELANDER announced the UAE (United Arab Emirates) as its first international market at an industry exchange event hosted by the Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO) at The Orangery. FREELANDER also confirmed that its International Brand Launch is scheduled for September in Abu Dhabi. This marks another significant milestone in the brand’s global expansion strategy.

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As one of the world’s most influential celebrations of automotive culture, the Goodwood Festival of Speed gathers global automotive brands, industry leaders, and innovative enterprises each year. During the event, ADIO hosted a series of industry exchange sessions at The Orangery, focusing on topics including automotive industry globalization, international market development, and cross-regional collaboration. FREELANDER was invited to participate in the dialogue and share its vision for global expansion.

Being at Goodwood also brought FREELANDER back to its British roots. With nearly three decades of heritage, FREELANDER has evolved from a classic nameplate into a fully independent global brand. Reshaped through four core transformations in design, technology, organization, and intelligent manufacturing, FREELANDER is opening a new chapter of global growth powered by a renewed brand identity, its global operating capabilities, and advanced intelligent technologies.

The UAE was selected as FREELANDER’s first international market based on its strategic location, innovation-friendly business environment, strong appetite for intelligent mobility solutions and long-term commitment to new energy development, which provides a solid foundation for the brand’s regional growth.

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As a key practice of its globalization strategy, FREELANDER continues to drive product innovation tailored to regional market needs. In particular, the SIVP (Super Intelligent Valet Parking) system, making its global debut this year, is a prime example of how FREELANDER continuously optimizes the intelligent mobility experience for real-world user scenarios, such as high-temperature environments in the UAE.

During the event, Lucia Mao, CEO of FREELANDER International, shared the brand’s philosophy on global development in a fireside chat titled “From Entry to Commitment.” She stated: “International expansion goes beyond entering a new market. It is about making a long-term commitment.” She emphasized: “The UAE marks the starting point of FREELANDER’s global expansion and is a strategically important market where we will put down roots and invest for the long term, together with our partners.”

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The exchange at Goodwood not only marks a new phase in FREELANDER’s global strategy but also demonstrates its long-term commitment and deep engagement in international markets. Moving forward, FREELANDER will continue to leverage its British premium brand heritage, global operational system, and intelligent technology innovation capabilities to advance its local presence across international markets, strengthen partnerships worldwide, and advance its long-term global expansion ambitions.

About FREELANDER

FREELANDER is a British Premium Intelligent All-Terrain brand co-developed by Chery and Jaguar Land Rover. JLR leads the design and premium DNA, while Chery brings advanced technology and global top-tier supply chain capabilities. The brand is supported by a strong global foundation, including over 5,000 employees, five strategic hubs, and fully integrated capabilities spanning design, R&D, manufacturing, and global operations.

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HKSTP Park Company Wins 2nd Runner-Up in Rocket Fuel East Startup Competition

Largest Ecosystem Lineup at LEAP East 2026 Achieves Over 1,500 Business Matching Sessions

  • MEINONG ROBOT, a company within HKSTP ecosystem, stood out among more than 500 competing startups to win the 2nd Runner-Up in the Rocket Fuel East Startup Competition, securing a US$10,000 equity-free award; another park company, GenEditBio, also advanced to the Top 6 finalists.
  • HKSTP joined hands with more than 30 park companies to take the global stage of LEAP East as the event’s exclusive Tech Ecosystem Partner, facilitating over 1,500 business discussions and meetings.
  • Under the theme “Gateway to the NEXT”, the HKSTP Pavilion featured innovations from 23 park companies, attracting more than 3,000 visits.

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 July 2026 – MEINONG ROBOT, a company from the Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) ecosystem, won the 2nd Runner-Up in the Rocket Fuel East Startup Competition at LEAP East 2026, secured a US$10,000 equity-free award and gained exposure to global investors to accelerate its business expansion. Another park company, GenEditBio, also outperformed more than 500 competing startups and made it to the Top 6 Finalists.

HKSTP presented a strong innovation line up at LEAP East 2026, with over 30 park companies showcasing innovations across Life and Health Tech, GreenTech & Sustainability, Smart Cities & Urban Tech, and AI, Data & Robotics. (Pictured: Cordelia Chung, Chairman of HKSTP (front row, 8th from left); Terry Wong, CEO of HKSTP (front row, 7th from left); Eric Or, Chief Ecosystem Development Officer (5th from left); Hilda Chan, Chief Marketing Officer of HKSTP (front row, 6th from left); Filla Mak, Chief Property and Asset Officer (front row, 9th from left).)

Making its debut in the Asia-Pacific region, LEAP East chose Hong Kong as its host city, bringing together technology leaders, investors, policymakers and tech ventures. As the event’s exclusive Tech Ecosystem Partner, HKSTP participated alongside more than 30 park companies, facilitating over 1,500 business discussions and meetings from 8 to 10 July.

Under the theme “Gateway to the NEXT”, the HKSTP Pavilion featured innovations from 23 park companies across four key sectors: Life and Health Tech, GreenTech & Sustainability, Smart Cities & Urban Tech, and AI, Data & Robotics, attracting more than 3,000 visits.

Terry Wong, CEO of HKSTP, said: “LEAP East’s decision to land its first overseas edition in Hong Kong delivers three important messages to the I&T community. First, Hong Kong has become tech companies’ gateway into the global markets, which reflects the development and achievements of Hong Kong’s I&T ecosystem over the years and demonstrates the city’s unique ability to connect Middle Eastern capital, Asia-Pacific markets and supply chains in the Chinese Mainland, positioning Hong Kong as a true I&T hub. Second, the Middle East and other emerging markets represent the next strategic destination for tech companies. Driven by numerous application scenarios in smart cities, green energy and AI infrastructure, together with the ambitious transformation agenda under Saudi Vision 2030, these markets offer unprecedented growth opportunities for Hong Kong tech companies. Third, Hong Kong’s I&T community is demonstrating a growing global impact. From HKSTP executives and park companies contributing to international forums and thought leadership discussions, to HKSTP serving as the exclusive Tech Ecosystem Partner, and two park companies reaching the Top 6 of the Rocket Fuel East Startup Competition, with one securing the 2nd Runner-Up, all of these achievements underscore Hong Kong’s increasingly prominent position on the global I&T stage.”

In addition, Terry Wong, CEO, Eric Or, Chief Ecosystem Development Officer, Filla Mak, Chief Property and Asset Officer, and Dr Charleston Sin, Head of AI & Data, took part in keynote sessions and panel discussions throughout the event. They shared strategic insights on HKSTP’s I&T ecosystem, biotech, smart cities, and AI, fostering international dialogue, inspiring new breakthroughs and collaborations, and further strengthening HKSTP’s influence within the global I&T ecosystem.

To strengthen connections between park companies and the international innovation community, HKSTP co-organised “Build East: Agentic AI Demo Day and Tour” with Minds by Animoca Brands one day before LEAP East 2026, inviting global investors and startups to gain first-hand insights into Hong Kong’s largest I&T ecosystem and explore cross-border collaboration and investment opportunities.

Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation

Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) was established in 2001 to create a thriving I&T ecosystem grooming 13 unicorns, more than 16,000 research professionals and over 2,400 technology companies from 26 countries and regions focused on developing healthtech, AI and robotics, fintech and smart city technologies, etc.

Our growing innovation ecosystem offers comprehensive support to attract and nurture talent, accelerate and commercialise innovation for technology ventures, with the I&T journey built around our key locations of Hong Kong Science Park in Pak Shek Kok, InnoCentre in Kowloon Tong and three modern InnoParks in Tai Po, Tseung Kwan O and Yuen Long realising a vision of new industrialisation for Hong Kong, where sectors including advanced manufacturing, micro-electronics and biotechnology are being reimagined.

Hong Kong Science Park Shenzhen Branch in Futian, Shenzhen plays positive roles in connecting the world and the mainland with our proximity, strengthening cross-border exchange to bring advantages in attracting global talent and allowing possibilities for the development of technology companies in seven key areas: Medtech, big data and AI, robotics, new materials, microelectronics, fintech and sustainability, with both dry and wet laboratories, co-working space, conference and exhibition facilities, and more.

Through our R&D infrastructure, startup support and enterprise services, commercialisation and investment expertise, partnership networks and talent traction, HKSTP continues to contribute in establishing I&T as a pillar of growth for Hong Kong.

More information about HKSTP is available at www.hkstp.org.

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Elderly man killed, woman injured on road


Multan: An elderly man was killed while woman injured in a collision between a tractor-trolley and a motorcycle near Bhaini Wainsa Wali on Khanewal road Multan on Monday.



According to Rescue 1122 officials, a motorcycle was collided with a tractor trolley on Khanewal road in which an elderly man was killed while woman sustained injuries. Upon receiving the emergency call, a motorbike ambulance and two ambulances were immediately dispatched to the scene.



The deceased, identified as Allah Ditta (50), died on the spot, while the injured woman was provided first aid at the scene before being shifted to Nishtar hospital for further treatment.



The body of the deceased was handed over to the police for legal formalities and later shifted to Nishtar hospital.



The driver of the tractor-trolley fled the scene after the accident.



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KP PA panel to review MPAs Privileges Act: Shafi Jan


Peshawar: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Minister for Information and Public Relations, Shafi Jan has said that the Speaker of the Provincial Assembly has directed that the controversial provisions of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Members of Provincial Assembly Privileges Act be referred back to the Standing Committee on Privileges for review.



He said the committee would re-examine the controversial clauses and restore them in accordance with the 1988 Act within one week.



Addressing a press conference, the provincial minister said that the Act had remained under discussion over the past several days, with concerns being raised by the journalist community, the general public and workers of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) regarding certain provisions.



Taking these concerns into consideration, Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Sohail Afridi convened a meeting of the provincial cabinet. Following consultations with the Speaker of the Provincial Assembly, it was decided that the controversial clauses should be withdrawn for reconsideration.



Shafi Jan said that, in line with the Chief Minister’s directives, a meeting was held under the chairmanship of the Speaker of the Provincial Assembly, attended by parliamentary leaders of all political parties as well as the Leader of the Opposition. After hearing the views of all participants, the Speaker directed that the disputed provisions be referred back to the Standing Committee on Privileges.



He said that since the bill had originally been presented by the Standing Committee on Privileges, the committee would review the contentious provisions within one week and align them with the provisions of the 1988 Act. He added that members of the journalist community and the public would also be welcome to submit their recommendations.



The Information Minister said that most provisions of the new law were identical to those contained in the 1988 Act, with the exception of the clause relating to blue passports. However, he clarified that the draft approved by the provincial cabinet did not contain any provision extending blue passport facilities to members’ children, spouses or as a lifetime entitlement.



He said the Governor of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa signed the bill on May 6, and it was notified in the official Gazette on May 7, yet no objections were raised by any quarter at that time.



The provincial minister further stated that similar amendments had already been introduced in Sindh and Punjab, but had not generated comparable public debate. He added that only 992 blue passports had been issued in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, whereas approximately 56,000 had been issued across the country, and stressed that the complete facts and figures regarding blue passports should be made public.



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PFA continues food safety drive in Gujrat


Gujrat: The Punjab Food Authority (PFA), on the directions of Deputy Director PFA Sadia Rafat, inspected 55 food businesses across Gujrat district and imposed fines totaling Rs139,000 on seven food outlets for violating food safety regulations.



According to official sources, the authority also issued improvement notices to 16 food businesses during the inspection campaign to ensure compliance with food safety standards.



During the drive, food safety teams collected three samples for laboratory analysis and discarded 6.5 kilograms of expired food items and 50 liters of spoiled cooking oil.



The PFA said inspection campaigns and legal action against violators would continue to ensure the provision of safe, hygienic and quality food to the public.