Juan Martin Nero of La Dolfina
La Dolfina defended their title at the Rolex-sponsored 118th Argentine Open Championship Final, in a 16-10 victory over Ellerstina. We caught the games in the run-up to this match and both these teams were the best in the tournament.
Reigning champion La Dolfina didn’t disappoint, displaying a strong team defense that limited Ellerstina’s shots on goal. Penalties were the bane of the young Ellerstina team – and one that La Dolfina gladly took advantage of – as they gave up seven goals from fouls.
Though in a new configuration this year, the determined Ellerstina team put up a strong battle against La Dolfina, cutting into the opponent’s lead during the fifth chukker with a score of 9-6. Yet, all was lost as La Dolfina opened the seventh – and second to last – chukker with four consecutive goals.
Adolfo Cambiaso, scoring a total of nine goals was awarded MVP, while Facundo Pieres, recording eight goals was named the leading scorer in Open play.
Nicolas Pieres of Ellerstina
(front) Gonzalo Pieres Jr. of Ellerstina
