The faster a horse travels, the smaller the angle must be. The Chukker Also called a period. There are six chukkers per game. Each lasts seven minutes. If the score remains tied at the end of regulation play a sudden death seventh period is played.
Players usually return to the field each chukker with a fresh mount.
The playing field is 300 yards long by 160 yards wide and is outlined by sideboards. The field condition must be dry yet springy and without holes or pockets. The field is constantly maintained like the putting green of a golf course. There are only eight players to follow on this large field. There is, therefore, a negligible amount of distraction for the viewer.