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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Embracing the spirit of Rolex's prestigious partnership with renowned yachting races across the globe, the Yacht-Master 42 evokes the romanticism of the open waters in a sleek and universally appealing design. “The SailGP circuit is a major milestone in the evolution of yachting,” says Ainsley. “Combining boats that use state-of-the-art technology with top-class athletes is widening the appeal of the sport as a whole. It is a real honor to have Rolex as a partner, given the history of the brand and its relationships with other top-level sporting events and sports people.”
Rolex’s Oyster Perpetual Yacht-Master 42 captures the key characteristics of the SailGP competition. It combines innovative technology, precision craftsmanship, and exceptional performance. Whether you’re an avid sailor, a passionate racing enthusiast, a dedicated watch collector, or captivated by exquisite timepieces, the titanium version of the Oyster Perpetual Yacht-Master 42 stands as a highlight in Rolex's exceptional lineup. Crafted as a robust tool watch tailored explicitly for the demanding sport of yachting, this distinguished 2023 Oyster Perpetual Yacht-Master 42 introduces the use of titanium, an ideal material choice. This addition to the Rolex collection represents a near-weightless timepiece where form perfectly meets function, showcasing Rolex's mastery in technical design. Following the remarkable debut of the Oyster Perpetual Deepsea Challenge, the inclusion of titanium in another Rolex timepiece marks the inception of an exciting new development.
The seemingly simple modification of the case and bracelet material transforms the watch’s appearance. Drawing inspiration from the yachting world, this iconic timepiece seamlessly integrates high-tech materials to fulfill utilitarian purposes. It yields precise and rapid measurement of race time or the intervals between buoys. Weighing a mere 100 grams, the watch feels like it disappears on the wrist. However, make no mistake; the Oyster Perpetual Yacht-Master 42 stands as a powerful modern tool watch, ready to conquer the vastness of the open sea.
As an Official Rolex Jeweler, Bachendorf’s invites you to explore the remarkable world of Rolex, where expert knowledge meets personalized service. Our team is here to provide consummate expertise, guiding you through the legacy of Rolex – a brand celebrated for its innovation, precision, and timeless elegance. Whether you’re marking a milestone or seeking the perfect timepiece, our Rolex collection is truly exceptional. We invite you to begin your journey into horological excellence by visiting one of our Dallas-Fort Worth locations. Experience firsthand the captivating craftsmanship of Rolex timepieces and discover the one that speaks to you.
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