Rolex Fastnet Race – Record fleet for 50th edition of legendary contest


The biennial Rolex Fastnet Race is one of the most revered and challenging ocean races in the world. This year marked the 50th edition of this event considered to be a pillar of Rolex’s long-standing and privileged relationship with the sport. It was fitting, therefore, that this milestone chapter of the legendary contest should feature its largest ever fleet. Setting off from Cowes in southern England, into winds gusting 40 knots, crews were set an immediate and extreme examination of their boat-handling and resilience. When those who completed the course crossed the finish line in Cherbourg, France, fatigue from their exertions was matched by pride at passing the test. Max Klink’s Caro from Switzerland secured the Fastnet Challenge Cup for overall victory under IRC time correction, adding a new name and country to the honour roll on the coveted trophy. Since 2001, as part of its support for yachting dating back almost 70 years, Rolex has partnered the event and its organizer, the Royal Ocean Racing Club. Discover more https://on.rolex.com/3ErhGhT

Rolex has always associated with activities driven by passion, excellence, precision and team spirit. The Swiss watchmaker naturally gravitated towards the elite world of yachting six decades ago and the brand’s enduring partnership now encompasses the most prestigious clubs, races and regattas, as well as towering figures in the sport, including ground-breaking round-the-world yachtsman Sir Francis Chichester and the most successful Olympic sailor of all time, Sir Ben Ainslie. Today, Rolex 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 SailGP global championship in which national teams race identical supercharged F50 catamarans on some of the world’s most famous harbours. Rolex’s partnerships with the Cruising Yacht Club of Australia, Royal Ocean Racing Club, Yacht Club Costa Smeralda, Yacht Club Italiano, New York Yacht Club and Royal Yacht Squadron, among others, are the foundation of its enduring relationship with this dynamic sport.
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