Marta was resting in the shade with her family after her game in the 22nd Ladies International Polo Tournament at Polo Park Zürich but was ready to give me a little of her time. I had known Marta since her earliest years, always at the side of a polo field while her family members played in various tournaments throughout Germany or Switzerland. I was, therefore, interested to hear when she had started to play herself.
Age: 13
Handicap: -2
When and how did you get into polo, Marta?
I think I must have started to play about three years ago. My family all play, my Mum, Dad and my older brother, so it was pretty obvious that I would take it up. I'd started to ride at about 5, and playing polo was a natural progression.
When did you start to play tournaments?
That was three years ago too. I played my first tournament in the Swiss club Polo Bern. I usually play as part of a family team, and have enjoyed that so far.
Tell me a bit about your favourite pony.
Chicito is definitely my favourite pony. He's 13 and I love to play him because he's always good and extremely steady. I know I can trust him.
Marta, what are your future plans?
To be as good if not better than my brother! He's got a +1 handicap. I haven't been to Argentina yet, but it would be nice to go one day. In the meantime there's school and I want to finish up and study. I'd love to be a vet like my Dad.
Can you give me three words to describe polo?
Fast, exciting, fun.
Thank you, Marta.
You're welcome, Jan
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