Cloning Came to Polo. Then Things Got Truly Uncivilized

The article centers on Adolfo Cambiaso, widely regarded as the greatest polo player alive, who is revolutionizing the sport through biotechnology by using cloned horses. During the 2016 Argentine Open final, Cambiaso strategically selects Cuartetera B06, the sixth clone of a prized mare, to help secure victory. This marked the first time a polo final was played—and won—using six genetically identical horses, highlighting the growing acceptance and impact of cloning in polo. Cambiaso’s approach leverages cloning to maintain superior horse bloodlines, giving him a significant competitive advantage in a sport where the quality of the horse often outweighs that of the rider. Beyond the match itself, Cambiaso’s vision extends to building a lasting polo dynasty by combining his expertise in horse breeding with cutting-edge cloning technology. His son, Adolfo Jr. (Poroto), already a promising young player, is part of this long-term strategy. The article suggests that Cambiaso’s success and innovation could