Experience High-Speed Racing Like Never Before as Rolex and SailGP Team Up

BY TERESA RODRIGUEZ

SAILGP TRANSFORMED THE WORLD OF SAILING, AND THIS YEAR’S competition was the biggest and most exciting to date as the world’s best sailors and advanced foiling technology united to push the boundaries of maritime achievement. San Francisco Bay served as the venue for the third season finale’s unforgettable weekend of sailing. With a shared passion for excellence and team spirit making it the perfect partner for this high-stakes event, Rolex proudly supported this year’s competition.

SailGP is more than just a thrilling display of speed and skill: it’s also a championship dedicated to making a positive impact. Known as “Champions for Change,” SailGP is committed to promoting inclusivity and offering clear pathways for aspiring young sailors to develop their careers. Their unique Inspire Program and Women’s Pathway Program are groundbreaking initiatives that strengthen the future of the sport. But SailGP isn’t just about cultivating talent, it’s also about preserving the environment. The Race for the Future Impact League sets social and environmental criteria to ensure sustainability is at the core of everything they do.

Rolex has been associated with passion, precision, and team spirit in elite yachting circles for over six decades. They are unmatched in partnerships with the most successful sailors of all time, including Sir Francis Chichester and Sir Ben Ainslie. As a partner in 15 major international maritime events, Rolex dominates the offshore racing season with top tier races like Sydney Hobart and Fastnet. Additionally, Rolex supports grand prix competitions such as TP52 World Championship and global sensations like the SailGP championships with supercharged F50 catamarans. Rolex’s anchor partnerships include the Cruising Yacht Club of Australia, Yacht Club Costa Smeralda, New York Yacht Club, and Royal Yacht Squadron, cementing their status as a dominant force in the exciting world of yachting.