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Rolex watch company has been a backer of world class sailing for a long time. Racers, who really need to have a precise watch have used Rolex for even longer, it is a natural connection which Rolex has kept alive. Here are but a few of the major races Rolex is nice enough to sponsor. The winner of each receives a Rolex watch.

Rolex Swan Cup – Every other year some of the nicest Swan Yachts in the world come to Sardinia for a wide variety of racing.

Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race – One of the most challenging ocean races in the world. The 628 mile course leaves Sydney, Australia and goes down the east coast to Tasmania. Very grueling.

Rolex Fastnet Race – One of the premier offshore sailing races in the world. The boats race from Cowes to The Fastnet Lighthouse South of Ireland and then back to Plymouth. can have some really horendous sea conditions – a real test of boat and man.

Rolex Middle Sea Race - Along with Sydney-Hobart and The Fastnet this race around Sicily, Stromboli. Pantalleria and Lampedusa is one of the must do offshore races. One of the most stunning courses.

Rolex Farr 40 World Championships – Thirty Farr 40’s race by invitation. By rule the owner of the boat has to drive. very competitive racing.

Giraglia Rolex Cup – From St. Tropez around The Island Of La Giraglia, near Corsica and on to Genoa. The race is 243 miles.

ISAF World Sailor Of The Year – The winners, one male and one female, can come from any sailing venue or discipline. Tjis is worldwide recognition voted on by sailors to honor the best.

Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup – This race for yachts 66-200 ft. is held off of Costa Smerelda in the Maddalena Islands. Large boats and well known owners make for a great event.

The level of racing covered by these events is a large spectrum of sailing. What a great way for Rolex to show off their timepieces while sponsoring a sport whose members both love and use their product.

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