Getting to Know You! - Abi Hancock
Q1: How did you first get in to Polo?
I grew up in polo. Both of my parents played so I grew up at the side of a pitch!
Q2: Favourite Polo Event in the world?
La Dofinita, kids tournament
Q3: Your top 3 items to take in your luggage when travelling?
My cameras, my laptop and throws to make anywhere we are feel like home.
Q4: Best advice any one ever gave you?
It’s a long story but the take away piece of advice was given to me by Snoopy: ‘do what you have been asked to do but do it your way so you don’t compromise your moral compass’.
Q5: Your moto to live by?
Love what you do.
Q6: Your favourite La Martina piece?
I love the Quinceanera coat (and I’ve got my eye on the Qyra!) The new elbow guards are also fab - they're being worn a lot during the UK arena season and the green and black 'pops' really well in photos!
Q7: Your dream holiday destination?
I don’t remember the last time I went on holiday. Whenever I travel, I’m working. Probably a dude ranch!
Q8: Favourite Polo Club?
They all have their charms but if I had to choose it would be Guards just because of the family memories over the past 40 something years and Black Bears for the great atmosphere and people.
Q9: Favourite Polo Pony?
Again, I can’t pick just one. I love Simba, Ollie Cudmore’s gelding from Lovelocks. I love Corbalan, Henry Porter’s legendary grey. And Chavo del Ocho, a chilean / thoroughbred mix that I brought over and played in England and now lives in Milan!
Q10: In 5 year’s time I would like to be……… (complete this sentence)
…still doing what I love!
