A historic day for La Natividad
On Sunday, 7 December, La Natividad La Dolfina closed a season that will remain forever in the history of Argentine polo. With a 17–13 victory over Ellerstina Indios Chapaleufú in the Final of the Argentine Open in “La Catedral” (the cathedral) Palermo in Buenos Aires. This tournament is the most important and prestigious in the world of polo, The team secured the 2025 Triple Crown — and did so unbeaten, winning all 12 matches of the season.
It was a sporting celebration, but above all a family moment: four players, two brothers, three cousins, a father and an uncle lifting the trophy together, surrounded by generations who have been building this path long before the season began. For La Natividad, a club already crowned multiple times in Palermo, the union with the Cambiaso family added experience, youth and a shared vision. The 2025 campaign was the natural evolution of that project.
The final: a united, composed and determined team
The match began evenly, with both teams testing each other and closing the first chukka 2–2. In the second, Ellerstina Indios Chapaleufú found speed and precision, reaching the break with a 5–3 lead. It was a reminder for La Natividad La Dolfina that Argentine Open finals demand calm, intelligence and patience.
From the third chukka onwards, the team began to recover control. They tightened their marking, organised their transitions and found their rhythm after half-time, building a solid advantage through the fourth and fifth chukkas. Ellerstina reacted with determination, reducing the gap in the sixth and seventh, but La Natividad La Dolfina closed the match as great teams do: with clarity, order and authority, securing the final 17–13.
A team built on family and a shared purpose
Beyond individual brilliance, this victory belongs to the entire organisation: the team behind the scenes, the horses, the families, and a culture built on respect, unity and effort.
The brothers Barto and Camilo Castagnola continued to show maturity and leadership.
• Barto was one of the standout players of the final and the entire season, combining precision, tactical reading and a decisive attitude.
• Jeta brought creativity, breakthrough plays and constant pressure that forced opponents to adjust.
• Poroto Cambiaso confirmed once again why he is one of the most complete players of his generation — dynamic, intelligent and impactful.
• Adolfo Cambiaso delivered one of his best matches of the year, contributing goals, passing, tempo control and the composure that only decades of experience can give.
But more than individual names, the key to this season was the connection: four players who know each other deeply — cousins, brothers, family — sharing a purpose and working every day to reach it.
This union in for the Triple Crown; it began years ago in the barns, in practice sessions, and in decisions made through trust and long-term vision. And for La Natividad, a club already with three Argentine Open titles, this season reinforces its place at the heart of modern polo.
A season that will be remembered forever
Winning the Triple Crown is exceptional.
Winning the Triple Crown unbeaten is extraordinary.
Doing it with two families united, combining youth, experience and natural chemistry… that is historic.
The 2025 season will be remembered not only for the trophies, but for the emotion behind them: the embraces after each match, the shared effort, the smiles between cousins, and the real sense of being part of something greater than sport itself.
Conclusion
La Natividad La Dolfina now stands firmly within the great history of the Argentine Open. A perfect season, a Triple Crown, and a new chapter in the evolution of a team that continues to grow with humility, hard work and a deeply rooted family spirit.
As celebrations continue, one thing is certain: this year will remain forever in the hearts of the team, their families and everyone who supports them.
