The Rolex Middle Sea Race is a unique test in offshore racing. Starting and finishing in the same place, the counterclockwise circumnavigation of Sicily marks the close of the Mediterranean yachting season. Every year, hundreds of international yachts set off from Malta’s capital of Valetta to take on a spectacular 605 nautical mile course that includes passing the active volcanic island of Stromboli. Rolex has supported this bluewater classic since 2002, as part of its enduring relationship with the sport of yachting that dates back more than six decades. Discover more https://on.rolex.com/2KIuHrF Rolex has always associated with activities driven by passion, excellence, precision and team spirit. It naturally gravitated towards the elite world of yachting six decades ago and today supports the most prestigious clubs, races and regattas. The brand is Title Sponsor of 15 major international events – from leading offshore races, such as the annual Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race and the biennial Rolex Fastnet Race, to grand prix competition at the Rolex TP52 World Championship and spectacular gatherings at the Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup and the Rolex Swan Cup. It also supports the exciting new SailGP series, where national teams race in supercharged F50 catamarans on some of the world’s most famous harbours. Rolex’s partnerships with the likes of the Cruising Yacht Club of Australia, Yacht Club Costa Smeralda, New York Yacht Club and Royal Yacht Squadron are the foundation of its enduring relationship with this dynamic sport. #Rolex #RolexMiddleSeaRace #WorldOfYachting

SailGP is redefining sailing with a global racing championship combining cutting-edge technology with extraordinary skill and athleticism. National teams consisting of five on-board crew, race identical foiling catamarans in the world’s most famous harbours, skimming the water at speeds exceeding 50 knots. As Presenting Partner and Official Timepiece of SailGP, Rolex further demonstrates its status as a committed partner of yachting, a sport it has supported for more than 60 years. Discover more https://on.rolex.com/2WElGVz Rolex has always associated with activities driven by passion, excellence, precision and team spirit. It naturally gravitated towards the elite world of yachting six decades ago and today supports the most prestigious clubs, races and regattas. The brand is Title Sponsor of 15 major international events – from leading offshore races, such as the annual Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race and the biennial Rolex Fastnet Race, to grand prix competition at the Rolex TP52 World Championship and spectacular gatherings at the Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup and the Rolex Swan Cup. It also supports the exciting new SailGP series, where national teams race in supercharged F50 catamarans on some of the world’s most famous harbours. Rolex’s partnerships with the likes of the Cruising Yacht Club of Australia, Yacht Club Costa Smeralda, New York Yacht Club and Royal Yacht Squadron are the foundation of its enduring relationship with this dynamic sport. #Rolex #SailGP #Perpetual

The Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup is the pinnacle of large monohull racing. Each year the best boats, the most committed owners and the finest crews gather at Porto Cervo in Sardinia for a week of captivating competition. The azure waters of the Costa Smeralda, with its rocky outcrops and narrow channels, provide a stunning yet challenging location for competing teams: to win here requires an unwavering commitment to sailing excellence. Rolex has supported the regatta since 1985 as part of the brand’s enduring relationship with yachting that dates back more than 60 years. Discover more https://on.rolex.com/2YI5bKv Rolex has always associated with activities driven by passion, excellence, precision and team spirit. It naturally gravitated towards the elite world of yachting six decades ago and today supports the most prestigious clubs, races and regattas. The brand is Title Sponsor of 15 major international events – from leading offshore races, such as the annual Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race and the biennial Rolex Fastnet Race, to grand prix competition at the Rolex TP52 World Championship and spectacular gatherings at the Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup and the Rolex Swan Cup. It also supports the exciting new SailGP series, where national teams race in supercharged F50 catamarans on some of the world’s most famous harbours. Rolex’s partnerships with the likes of the Cruising Yacht Club of Australia, Yacht Club Costa Smeralda, Royal Ocean Racing Club, New York Yacht Club and Royal Yacht Squadron are the foundation of its enduring relationship with this dynamic sport. #Rolex #MaxiYachtRolexCup #YCCS #Perpetual

The Rolex TP52 World Championship is the highlight of the annual 52 Super Series and never fails to deliver an exciting spectacle. International teams compete over five days of intense inshore racing in their fast, light, yet very powerful monohulls. Rolex is a committed partner of this much-loved event and is also the Official Timepiece as part of an enduring bond with yachting that dates back more than half a century and today encompasses the most prestigious clubs, institutions and regattas in the world. Discover more https://on.rolex.com/34xqKym Rolex has always associated with activities driven by passion, excellence, precision and team spirit. It naturally gravitated towards the elite world of yachting six decades ago and today supports the most prestigious clubs, races and regattas. The brand is Title Sponsor of 15 major international events – from leading offshore races, such as the annual Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race and the biennial Rolex Fastnet Race, to grand prix competition at the Rolex TP52 World Championship and spectacular gatherings at the Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup and the Rolex Swan Cup. It also supports the exciting new SailGP series, where national teams race in supercharged F50 catamarans on some of the world’s most famous harbours. Rolex’s partnerships with the likes of the Cruising Yacht Club of Australia, Yacht Club Costa Smeralda, New York Yacht Club and Royal Yacht Squadron are the foundation of its enduring relationship with this dynamic sport. #Rolex #TP52 #52SuperSeries #Perpetual

The biennial Rolex Fastnet Race is one of sailing’s ultimate challenges. Over the 605 nautical mile course, crews face a severe test of their endurance and sailing prowess as they race across the English Channel and Celtic Sea, before turning at the mythical Fastnet Rock and heading back eastwards to the finish line in Plymouth. First held in 1925, and organized by the Royal Ocean Racing Cub ever since, the ocean classic has been supported by Rolex since 2001 as part of its enduring relationship with the sport of yachting that dates back more than six decades. Discover more https://on.rolex.com/2Un2qdY Rolex has always associated with activities driven by passion, excellence, precision and team spirit. It naturally gravitated towards the elite world of yachting six decades ago and today supports the most prestigious clubs, races and regattas. The brand is Title Sponsor of 15 major international events – from leading offshore races, such as the annual Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race and the biennial Rolex Fastnet Race, to grand prix competition at the Rolex TP52 World Championship and spectacular gatherings at the Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup and the Rolex Swan Cup. It also supports the exciting new SailGP series, where national teams race in supercharged F50 catamarans on some of the world’s most famous harbours. Rolex’s partnerships with the likes of the Cruising Yacht Club of Australia, Royal Malta Yacht Club, Yacht Club Italiano, New York Yacht Club and Royal Yacht Squadron are the foundation of its enduring relationship with this dynamic sport. #Rolex #RolexFastnetRace #Perpetual

As the 48th Rolex Fastnet Race moves through its fourth day, the flood of arrivals continues. The window of opportunity for those pursuing overall victory is narrowing and, after four days, crews still at sea are beginning to tire. Finishing well is dependent upon full commitment to performing at the best of one's ability and remaining resolute until the finish. The American yacht Wizard is currently in top spot, but the prevailing characteristic of Rolex Fastnet Race crews is to persevere to the very end, meaning the result remains in the balance. Nearly a century old, the Rolex Fastnet Race remains one the most inspiring and recognizable offshore racecourses in the world. Supported by Rolex since 2001, the race is organized by the Royal Ocean Racing Club, and the 2019 race has attracted a record fleet of 388 yachts ready and willing to test themselves against one of the toughest of offshore races. Discover more https://on.rolex.com/2YI5bKv Rolex has always associated with activities driven by passion, excellence, precision and team spirit. It naturally gravitated towards the elite world of yachting six decades ago and today supports the most prestigious clubs, races and regattas. The brand is Title Sponsor of 15 major international events – from leading offshore races, such as the annual Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race and the biennial Rolex Fastnet Race, to grand prix competition at the Rolex TP52 World Championship and spectacular gatherings at the Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup and the Rolex Swan Cup. It also supports the exciting new SailGP series, where national teams race in supercharged F50 catamarans on some of the world’s most famous harbours. Rolex’s partnerships with the likes of the Cruising Yacht Club of Australia, Yacht Club Costa Smeralda, Royal Ocean Racing Club, New York Yacht Club and Royal Yacht Squadron are the foundation of its enduring relationship with this dynamic sport. #Rolex #Perpetual #RolexFastnetrace

The Rolex film of the 74th Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race is coming soon to the Spirit of Yachting channel. The 2018 edition was yet another test of endurance and courage for the 1,000 professional and Corinthian sailors taking part in the revered offshore classic. Since 2002 Rolex has been Title Sponsor of the 628-nm ocean race, organized by the Cruising Yacht Club of Australia with the help of the Royal Yacht Club of Tasmania. Rolex timepieces were awarded to Philip Turner, the Tasmanian owner of "Alive", for the overall win, and to the Oatley family, owner of "Wild Oats XI", for taking line honours. Discover more https://on.rolex.com/2ZoQRWo

Thirty hours into the 74th edition of the Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race, the four 100-ft Maxis at the front of the fleet were separated by a mere five-nautical miles with a little under 200-nautical miles still to complete. A close contest between the race leaders has ensued ever since yesterday’s memorable Sydney Harbour start. Although the race record is unlikely to be challenged, an exciting finale down the Derwent River into Hobart is forecast. There had been four retirements and the majority of the 81-strong fleet were negotiating the Bass Strait. Rolex has been Title Sponsor of the 628-nm race, organised by the Cruising Yacht Club of Australia with the collaboration of the Royal Yacht Club of Tasmania, since 2002.

The Rolex Middle Sea Race concluded on 27 October, marking the end of the 2018 Mediterranean yachting season. See the Rolex film trailer of this 606-nautical-mile offshore race from Malta’s Grand Harbour, taking in the Strait of Messina, Stromboli’s active volcano and the islands of Favignana, Pantelleria and Lampedusa. Among the record 130 yachts competing in the 50th anniversary edition, the 115-ft Nikita was the largest ever to participate. Rolex timepieces were awarded to George David’s Maxi Rambler 88 for taking Monohull Line Honours for the fourth consecutive year, and to Courrier Recommandé, from France, for the overall win.

The Mediterranean yachting season continued in style with Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez. See the Rolex film trailer for this week-long nautical festival, which annually gathers some 4,000 sailors for intense racing along the Côte d’Azur. Among the 300-plus modern, classic and Wally yachts competing in the 20th edition was the 110-year-old classic Viola, a gaff cutter of rare beauty awarded this year’s Rolex Trophy after winning the Fife Jubilee event.

First, the Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup, followed by the biennial Rolex Swan Cup. See the Rolex film trailer for these cutting-edge events, held back-to-back in September 2018 off magical Porto Cervo, Sardinia. Yacht Club Costa Smeralda, the organizer of these events, and Rolex have been partners since the 1980s, both committed to upholding the sport’s time-honoured Corinthian values alongside the highest professional sailing standards. Discover more https://on.rolex.com/2VFFD1B Rolex has always associated with activities driven by passion, excellence, precision and team spirit. It naturally gravitated towards the elite world of yachting six decades ago and today supports the most prestigious clubs, races and regattas. The brand is Title Sponsor of 15 major international events – from leading offshore races, such as the annual Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race and the biennial Rolex Fastnet Race, to grand prix competition at the Rolex TP52 World Championship and spectacular gatherings at the Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup and the Rolex Swan Cup. Rolex’s partnerships with the likes of the Cruising Yacht Club of Australia, Royal Malta Yacht Club, New York Yacht Club and Royal Yacht Squadron are the foundation of its enduring relationship with this dynamic sport. #Rolex #MaxiYachtRolexCup #Perpetual

The Rolex Spirit of Yachting film featuring the Rolex Farr 40 World Championship 2017 is coming soon to the Rolex YouTube Yachting Channel. This 25-minute documentary will cover the action, highlights and memorable moments of this iconic regatta, including previously unseen footage and interviews with key participants. The 20th edition of the Rolex Farr 40 Worlds — held in Porto Cervo on 13–16 July and organized by the Yacht Club Costa Smeralda — provided the perfect stage for close racing between evenly-matched, 40-foot monohull racing yachts, helmed by skilled and highly competitive owners.