The final of the 2021 Gerald Balding at Cirencester Park Polo Club featured undefeated Coppid Owls against Hascombe Stud in a hard-fought match that was contested until the final horn. Led by six goals from Tommy Severn, Hascombe Stud handed Coppid Owls their first loss, capturing The Gerald Balding with the 8-7 victory.
Moving in and out of a tied score throughout the first half, the final was ultimately decided over the final two chukkas between Coppid Owls and Hascombe Stud. Shooting an efficient 67% from the field, Hascombe Stud received offense from Luke Wiles and Severn, who combined for all eight goals, while Coppid Owls missed three Penalty 4 attempts in the narrow loss. Wiles’ impact in the third chukka changed the momentum of the game in Hascombe Stud’s favour, scoring two goals to pull them ahead and hang on for the 8-7 win to capture the tournament title.