Noida, Oct. 11 -- Jindal Panther owner Naveen Jindal expressed hope that polo would return to the Olympic programme when India hosts the Games in the future, highlighting the country's historical connection with the sport. His team lost 6-9 to Vimal Arion Achievers in the Jindal Panther Cup final at Jindal Polo Estate in Noida on Sunday.

Speaking to the media after the final, Jindal said improved transportation and facilities could help make polo's return to the Olympics possible. The sport featured at the Olympics for the last time at the Berlin Games in 1936.

"Till 1936, polo used to be played in the Olympics. The last time polo was played at the Berlin Olympics in 1936. And if we look at the facilities compared to that time, today th...