Tatler Philippines Magazine - January 2026

In this issue

For the January Issue, Tatler travelled over 30 hours to the polo capital of the world—Argentina—to capture businessman and polo patron Mikee Romero, a man who embodies the spirit that true luxury lies not in possession but in passion: the pursuit of excellence, the cultivation of heritage and the courage to live authentically.
Photographed by the renowned Aline Coquelle (whose works are showcased in Assouline’s Polo Heritage), this cover story takes us deep into a world where polo is not merely played, but woven into culture. From the historic grounds of Pilar, we explored how the sport meets lifestyle, sitting down with global icons like Nacho Figueras and Charlie Hanbury with his wife, Yoanna, and spent afternoons with designer Rocio G, Lolo Tanoira, and the families behind the sport’s most essential players. We also caught up with the chef Christina Sunae, who brought Filipino cuisine to the spotlight in Buenos Aires.
Tatler also speaks with Belarusian tennis superstar Aryna Sabalenka ahead of the much-anticipated winner-takes-all match in Dubai with Australian player Nick Kyrgios.
As we embark on 2026, there is a specific energy in the air—one of anticipation and renewal. The new year asks us what we might dare to do in the months ahead.
Let this issue be a reminder that excellence is not a destination, but a daily practice. Here is to a year of renewed commitment and the quiet confidence of beginning again.