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In early qualifying games, Ciroc Vodka defeated Bernd Gruber, 8-4.5, and Maserati 13-6.5, to set up its finals showdown against Engel & Volkers, 8-4.5 winners over Maserati and 9-6 winners over Bendura Bank. Team captain Sebastian Schneberger returned to the tournament he has competed in since its inception in 2003. Valentin Novillo Astrada also returned to join Schneberger. New to the lineup was Dutch polo player Aki Van Andel, who spent the summer season dominating the Spanish circuit. The 3-goaler was named Most Valuable Player in his debut. It was Schneberger’s third title equaling the record of Brit Jonny Good. Engel & Volkers, one-time title winners, made their fourth finals appearance. “This was a great event and I’m so happy we walked away with the title,” Schneberger said. “It was a tough match, but we rallied together and did what we came here to do.”
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