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The Rolex SailGP Championship

At the heart of the world's most exhilarating sailing competition lies a partnership synonymous with precision, innovation, and excellence. Rolex propels the sport to new heights of excitement and performance. In New York, Season 4 of SailGP continues to redefine competitive sailing, celebrating the first weekend of summer with thrilling races that leave a lasting impression, despite lasting mere minutes in duration. The competition centers on identical catamarans equipped with cutting-edge technology, emphasizing the paramount skill of the crews.
In SailGP, victory is determined by a combination of factors including boat speed, tactical maneuvering, and crew coordination. The winning team is the one that demonstrates superior skill, strategy, and execution, making SailGP a showcase of tradition and innovation—a perfect embodiment of the values upheld by Rolex. Join us as we explore the dynamic world of SailGP, where the pursuit of prowess and the competitive spirit collide in a breathtaking display of human ingenuity and maritime mastery.
Rolex is Title Partner and Official Timepiece of the Rolex SailGP Championship, a regatta circuit contested by some of the fastest sailing craft in the world. It is raced on seas worldwide, on F50 foiling catamarans that seem to take flight across the water.
Published on June 25, 2024
SailGP
Innovation at the service of performance

Crews comprising some of the best sailors. Identical catamarans, with foils and a rigid wingsail, capable of reaching 50 knots, or nearly 100 km/h. Spectacular races that last 15 minutes at most. A season organized on the seas of five continents. Launched in 2019, the SailGP circuit has redefined the world of competitive sailing, utilizing innovative, continuously optimized catamarans. These flying yachts bear the colors of the countries they represent and embody the present and future of the sport.

The SailGP Championship has also generated the Impact League, the Women's Pathway program and SailGP Inspire, initiatives aimed at promoting sustainability and diversity in the yachting world.

The gold standard in regatta The gold standard in regatta

Tom Slingsby -
Rolex Testimonee
A master of many classes

Tom Slingsby is arguably Australia's most successful and sought-after sailor. A 2012 Olympic Games gold medalist, he is a three-time Rolex World Sailor of the Year and three-time winner of SailGP as chief executive officer and helm of Team Australia.

His talents extend to being at the helm of line-honors winning crews in the Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race and the Rolex Middle Sea Race.

Tom Slingsby wears a Yacht-Master 42 in RLX titanium.

skipper Committed skipper Committed

Sir Ben Ainslie -
Rolex Testimonee
The gold standard in regatta racing

With four gold medals and one silver, Sir Ben Ainslie achieved the outstanding feat of claiming a medal in the five consecutive Olympic Games in which he competed.

The British sailor races for the Royal Yacht Squadron, with which Rolex has partnered since the 1980s, and is chief executive officer of the Great Britain team competing in the SailGP Championship.

Ainslie is an America's Cup winner, having served as tactician for Oracle Team USA in its 2013 defeat of Emirates Team New Zealand.

Sir Ben Ainslie wears a Yacht-Master 42.

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Hannah Mills - Rolex Testimonee
Committed to inclusion

With two gold medals and one silver, Hannah Mills is among the most successful women sailors in Olympic Games history. Winner of the Rolex World Sailor of the Year award in 2016 and 2021, she holds the position of tactician in the Great Britain SailGP crew.

Off the water, Mills is a committed campaigner for her sport. A SailGP ambassador for sustainable development and an International Olympic Committee (IOC) sustainability ambassador, she is also a co-founder of Athletes of the World, campaigning for positive impact around climate change.

Mills is highly committed to the inclusion of women in sailing. In 2022, with fellow Rolex Testimonee Sir Ben Ainslie, she launched Athena Pathway to fast-track the development of youth and female sailors in high-performance competition and bring diversity to the sport.

Hannah Mills wears a Yacht-Master 37.

Rolex and Yachting A partnership going the distance Rolex and Yachting A partnership going the distance

Martine Grael -
Rolex Testimonee
Making history

Brazilian sailor Martine Grael is making history as the first female helm in SailGP with the newly established Brazil team in 2025 Season.

Born into a family of sailors and inspired by her father - renowned yachtsman Torben Grael - she began sailing as a youngster on Guanabara Bay where diverse wind patterns honed her adaptability, skill and competitive spirit. Aged just 22, she was named the 2014 Rolex World Sailor of the Year. Two years later in Rio, she won the first of two Olympic gold medals in the 49er FX class, repeating the feat in Tokyo in 2021.

Grael also showed her versatility and endurance when competing offshore in the grueling 2017-18 Volvo Ocean Race, further cementing her reputation as one of the world's most complete sailors.

Martine Grael - Rolex Testimonee Making history Martine Grael – Rolex Testimonee Making history

Rolex and Yachting
A partnership going the distance

Yacht clubs, renowned sailors, iconic offshore races and some of the most celebrated regattas. For almost 70 years, Rolex has forged strong relationships with the world of yachting. A prominent yacht racing partner, the brand shares the common pursuit of excellence and a passion for premium performance with custodians of the sport's enduring spirit.

Visit us to discover first-hand the Yacht-Master

As an Official Retailer, we are the only retailers allowed to sell Rolex watches. With the necessary skills and technical know-how, we will help you make the choice of a lifetime.

Discover the collection

In the domain of exquisite watchmaking, Rolex exudes a timeless allure. One such piece is the Rolex Yacht Master, a symbol of precision and sophistication tailored for those navigating the high seas.

The Rolex Yacht Master, with its robust construction and advanced features, is a testament to Rolex's dedication to serving those at sea. With its durable materials and water-resistant design, the Yacht Master is built to withstand the rigors of maritime environments, providing reliable timekeeping even in the most challenging conditions. Its innovative functions, including a regatta timer and a rotatable bezel for tracking elapsed time, make it an indispensable tool for sailors and adventurers alike.

Situated in the heart of Washington D.C., Tiny Jewel Box epitomizes refined elegance and serves as an icon in the world of luxury sport timepieces. Together, Tiny Jewel Box and Rolex embody a shared dedication to craftsmanship and adventure, leaving an indelible mark on both the realms of fine watchmaking and competitive sailing. As the Yacht Master continues to adorn the wrists of seafarers around the world, its legacy of precision, performance, and style endures, enriching the lives of those who chart their course by its timeless guidance.

Rolex Yacht-Master

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