Early Life.
Ignacio “Nacho” Figueras was born in Veinticinco de Mayo, Buenos Aires Province, Argentina. Raised on a small farm, he developed a passion for horses at an early age and began playing polo when he was nine. At 17, he moved to Europe to pursue a professional polo career, competing in France, England, Spain, and Switzerland before establishing himself on the international polo circuit.
Playing Career.
Figueras has enjoyed a distinguished international polo career spanning more than three decades. He has competed in Argentina, the United States, England, France, and Spain, representing leading patrons and teams in high-goal tournaments.
Since 2004, he has served as Captain and Co-owner of the Black Watch Polo Team, based in the United States, and has become one of the sport’s best-known ambassadors worldwide. Although his playing handicap is 6 goals, his influence on the global promotion of polo has made him one of the sport’s most recognizable figures.
Personal Life
In 2004, Figueras married Delfina Blaquier, an Argentine photographer, former model, and accomplished equestrian. They have four children, several of whom have followed the family tradition in equestrian sports and polo. The family divides its time between Argentina and Wellington, Florida.
Ignacio “Nacho” Figueras is widely regarded as the most recognizable face of modern polo. While many contemporaries are celebrated primarily for championship victories, Figueras has played a unique role in elevating the sport’s global profile through elite competition, philanthropy, fashion, and media, helping introduce polo to audiences around the world.
- Professional polo player since the age of 17.
- Captain and Co-owner of the Black Watch Polo Team.
- Competed internationally across Argentina, the United States, England, France, Spain, and Switzerland.
- Represented Argentina at the 1995 World Polo Championship, helping the team finish runner-up.
- Widely known as the "David Beckham of Polo" for his role in bringing the sport to a global audience.
Beyond his achievements on the field, Nacho Figueras has become polo’s most prominent international ambassador.
His contributions include:
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- Longtime global ambassador and model for Ralph Lauren, becoming the face of the brand’s Black Label campaign in 2005.
- Promotion of polo through charity events, exhibitions, and international media appearances.
- Founder of Cría Yatay, a successful Argentine polo horse breeding operation.
- Co-founder of Figueras Design Group, specializing in luxury equestrian developments and architecture.
- Active philanthropist supporting children’s charities and educational initiatives.
Ignacio Figueras Bermejo
ArgentineProfessional Polo Player, Entrepreneur, Model, Philanthropist
Core Competencies
Since 2004, he has served as Captain and Co-owner of the Black Watch Polo Team, based in the United States, and has become one of the sport’s best-known ambassadors worldwide
- Smooth, elegant riding style
- Strong offensive play
- Excellent horsemanship
- Leadership and sportsmanship
- Exceptional ability to promote and represent the sport internationally