Dive into the exhilarating world of SailGP, where cutting-edge technology and top-tier sailing talent converge in spectacular races across the globe. As the global Presenting Partner and exclusive Official Timepiece, Rolex plays a pivotal role in this high-octane regatta circuit. Experience the thrill of F50 foiling catamarans racing at breathtaking speeds, and discover the innovative spirit and commitment to excellence that defines SailGP and its partnership with Rolex.
Published on April 09, 2024
Crews made up of 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.
Tom Slingsby is arguably Australia’s most successful and sought-after sailor. A 2012 Olympic Games gold medallist, 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 a helm with 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.
With four gold medals and one silver, Sir Ben Ainslie achieved the outstanding feat of claiming a medal in the five consecutive Olympic Games he competed in.
The British sailor races for the Royal Yacht Squadron, which Rolex has partnered since the 1980s. He is chief executive officer of the Great Britain team competing in the SailGP championship.
Sir Ben Ainslie wears a Yacht-Master 42.
With two gold medals and one silver, Hannah Mills is the most successful woman Olympic sailor of all time. 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. As a SailGP ambassador for sustainable development, Mills is also highly committed to the inclusion of women in sailing.
Hannah Mills wears a Yacht-Master 37.
Yacht clubs, renowned sailors, iconic offshore races and some of the most celebrated regattas. For more than 60 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.
London Jewelers is proud to support the visionary SailGP championship, an endeavor that mirrors our own commitment to excellence, innovation, and the promotion of diversity. As an Official Rolex Jeweler, we align ourselves with the passion, precision, and the spirit of fair competition that both Rolex and SailGP exemplify.
