How equine cloning transformed polo in Argentina: The story of Adolfo Cambiaso's cloned champion horses
By
Maximiliano Fernández
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Summary
The article explores how Argentine polo legend Adolfo Cambiaso pioneered the use of equine cloning in polo, transforming the sport by creating genetic replicas of champion horses. Cambiaso's early gamble on cloning Cuartetera, his prized mare, proved successful and led to a mature industry in Argentina where cloned polo ponies are now common. The piece examines the science behind the cloning process, the competitive advantages it offers, and the ethical debates surrounding animal cloning in sport.
Key quotes
· 3 pulledIt was the same. Same movements, same head.... I couldn't believe it.
It took only a few seconds for him to realize that his gamble — which many had dismissed as nonsense — had paid off.
In Argentina, equine cloning in polo is no longer a rarity. It's now a mature industry — although ethical dilemmas surrounding it persist.
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