Series description
Founded in 1907, Nairobi Polo Club is the oldest polo club in East Africa and hosts several prominent tournaments every year. Polo is gaining popularity on the African continent, as more people get interested in the culture and the lifestyle surrounding it.
Biography
Luis Tato is a photojournalist based in Nairobi, Kenya. He is the current Chief Photographer for East Africa and the Indian Ocean for the news agency Agence France-Presse.
His work has been published in major international magazines and newspapers and he has received numerous international awards.
Nairobi Polo Club
A stableman warms up a polo pony before a match. Taken during the Casino Cup at the Nairobi Polo Club.
© Luis Tato, Spain, Shortlist, Professional competition, Sport, 2024 Sony World Photography Awards
Nairobi Polo Club
Kenyan international players and brothers Amani and Jadini Nzomo change horses while playing during the Casino Cup at the Nairobi Polo Club.
© Luis Tato, Spain, Shortlist, Professional competition, Sport, 2024 Sony World Photography Awards
Nairobi Polo Club
Polo players compete for the ball during the Casino Cup.
© Luis Tato, Spain, Shortlist, Professional competition, Sport, 2024 Sony World Photography Awards
Nairobi Polo Club
A man watches a polo match while keeping score.
© Luis Tato, Spain, Shortlist, Professional competition, Sport, 2024 Sony World Photography Awards
Nairobi Polo Club
Polo players get ready to take a penalty during the Casino Cup.
© Luis Tato, Spain, Shortlist, Professional competition, Sport, 2024 Sony World Photography Awards
Nairobi Polo Club
Stablemen and grooms spectate during the Casino Cup.
© Luis Tato, Spain, Shortlist, Professional competition, Sport, 2024 Sony World Photography Awards
Nairobi Polo Club
Polo fans celebrate the victory of their favourite team during the Casino Cup.
© Luis Tato, Spain, Shortlist, Professional competition, Sport, 2024 Sony World Photography Awards