Bethnal Green Gardens is to host the hardcourt bike polo London Open Championships this weekend, with more than 70 teams from around the world expected to compete.

Teams will be competing from Friday, when the women’s tournament starts, until the finals on Sunday. Entry will be free, with organisers keen for people to come along and enjoy a new sport.

Friday’s tournament will kick off at 11am, with play expected to continue from 9am on both Saturday and Sunday.