IT’S BACK! TICKETS ON SALE NOW FOR THE ULTIMATE GAY POLO TOURNAMENT MARCH 27, 2021
Wellington, Fla. –Lexus International is taking the reins as the premiere sponsor of the 2021 Gay Polo League tournament March 25 – 28, 2021. GPL Polo Club is ecstatic to announce Lexus will be the title sponsor for the Lexus International Gay Polo Tournament – Presented by Douglas Elliman Real Estate. The event will take place at the International Polo Club Palm Beach’s Field One, one of the most prestigious polo venues in the world. The GPL tournament is a jewel in the winter social and polo season in North America. This year, GPL celebrates the 11th anniversary of its unique polo event and plans are in place to make it the most memorable (and safe) event of the year.
As noted in the January 2020 issue of The Robb Report, the gay and glamorous event promises to be one of the highlights of the season; a chic destination fête for wanderlusters and polo enthusiasts alike. This year, the not-for-profit partner is SAGE. Founded in 1978, SAGE is the nation’s oldest and largest organization dedicated to serving and advocating for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) older adults.
No stranger to luxury events, Lexus’s 2021 presence will further solidify their preeminence in the equestrian sphere. Being an elegant luxury brand, Lexus aligns perfectly with the vision of the Gay Polo League’s flagship tournament, as the performance and style of Lexus vehicles equally match the precision and artistry of equestrian sport. “We are thrilled to partner with GPL and continue the rich tradition of the International Gay Polo Tournament.” said Mia Phillips – Senior Manager, Lexus Marketing.
GPL will be closely following COVID-19 protocols to ensure that everyone has a safe and fun weekend. All events are outdoors with masks and social distancing highly encouraged. General admission tickets will not be available this year. Attendees must be part of a tailgate or purchase a seat in the VIP area. Tailgates are limited to 12 people and will be spaced out to ensure social distancing is possible. Attendees can remove masks when with their tailgate group but should wear them at all other times.
“Our sponsors represent organizations that proactively support and advance equality and diversity. It is important that we recognize the importance of our LGBTQ allies – the people, brands and companies, like Lexus, who enthusiastically embrace and support our community,” says Chip McKenney, founder and president for GPL. “To these people and companies, we extend a heartfelt thanks. We are PROUD and grateful to be associated with you.”
Prominent 2021 sponsors include: Celebrity Cruises, Cherry Knoll Farms, First Republic Bank GJ Racing, Provident Jewelry Wellington, Palm Beach County Sports Commission and more are listed on http://www.gaypolo.com.
Tickets are now on sale for the social event of the polo season. This multiple day celebration will be held March 25-28 at the International Polo Club Palm Beach in Wellington, FL. Click to purchase your tickets http://www.gaypolo.com.
About Gay Polo League (GPL)
The Gay Polo League (GPL) is the only LGBTQ identified polo league in the world. Since its founding in 2006, GPL has built an international network of LGBTQ polo players and enthusiasts in 14countries. The league embraces a cross-section of ages, abilities, professions and riding experience. Through its enthusiasm for the sport, the league works to foster positive perceptions about gay athletes and the LGBTQ community. The focus is to provide the LGBTQ community with opportunities to learn how to play polo and successfully compete in GPL tournaments and events. In late 2016, GPL became a 501(c)3 tax-exempt organization. This designation enables the Gay Polo League to use its events to benefit others and raise much needed funds for programs aimed at help those within the LGBTQ community.
About SAGE
Founded in 1978, SAGE is the nation’s oldest and largest organization dedicated to serving and advocating for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) older adults. SAGE’s mission is to lead in addressing issues related to LGBT aging. In partnership with its constituents and allies, SAGE works to achieve a high quality of life for LGBT older adults, supports and advocates for their rights, fosters a greater understanding of aging in all communities, and promotes positive images of LGBT life in later years. SAGE fulfills this direct mission through advocacy, and by providing direct and supportive social services, social recreational activities, education, and technical assistance programs, locally and nationally, so the pioneers of our movement and the generations that follow may age with the dignity they deserve.