It seems the sun never sets in the world of Rolex, and in case you missed it, this years 24 Hours of Le Mans race was epic as you can witness in the recap videos below:
Showing posts with label 24 Hours of Le Mans. Show all posts
Showing posts with label 24 Hours of Le Mans. Show all posts
Sunday, June 23, 2024
Sunday, June 18, 2023
SHOCKING NEW ROLEX DAYTONA!! 24HRS Le Mans 100 Year Anniversary!!
Monday, June 05, 2023
ROLEX PRESENTS Le Mans: 24 for 24: Episodes 1-24
ROLEX CELEBRATES
100 Years of the 24 Hours of Le Mans
Le Mans: 24 for 24
Episodes 1-24
Rolex wrote:
"Geneva, 1 June 2023 – One hundred years of the 24 Hours of Le Mans has come to this moment. The culmination of a century of technological advancements, extraordinary human endeavour and heroic performances, which Rolex has supported as the Official Timepiece since 2001. In just over a week’s time, from Saturday 10–Sunday 11 June, the oldest and most prestigious endurance race will celebrate its centenary at Circuit de la Sarthe in north-west France, witnessed by an expected record-breaking crowd of 300,000 people. With renowned manufacturers returning to the sport, all attempting to cover the greatest distance in this ultimate race against time, global interest in the 24 Hours of Le Mans has never been stronger."
ENGRAVED OYSTER PERPETUAL COSMOGRAPH DAYTONA PRESENTED TO THE
WINNERS OF THE CENTENARY EDITION OF THE 24 HOURS OF LE MANS 2023
stainless steel Daytona [Reference 16520] back in 1993
Rolex—as a speed machine—along with airplanes and the automobile have grown up together on parallel tracks that often intersect. This is a timeless tale of Man and hid machines:
We learn about Rolex's Conquest of speed in my article named "The Complete History of The Rolex Daytona", as well as in Nick Gould's amazing "Rolex's Road to Daytona...Rolex Racing Champions: The Evolution of The Rolex Racing Revolution."
The King of Cool
@ Le Mans
Steve McQueen made a famous movie that debuted in 1971 named Le Mans at which time he famously wore his Rolex Submariner [Reference 5512] as seen in the photos below on his right wrist.
ROLEX & Le Mans
Rolex just dropped a magnificent series of new videos that pay homage to and showcase their long standing relationship with Le Mans, which can be seen below:
In the first episode of ‘Le Mans: 24 for 24’, a series presented by Rolex and Warner Bros. Discovery about an event like no other, we take a look at the “toughest challenge in motor sport”, with Tom Kristensen, the most successful driver in the race’s history, narrating.
In episode 7 of ’Le Mans: 24 for 24’, Tom Kristensen relives what many consider the greatest edition of the race – the 2008 event.
In the eighth episode of ‘Le Mans: 24 for 24’, Jamie Chadwick, three-time champion of the all-women W Series, explains why the 24 Hours of Le Mans is “the one everyone wants to win”.
In the ninth installment of ‘Le Mans: 24 For 24’, the preview series of the 24 Hours of Le Mans, we take a look at some of the trailblazing women of the legendary race who are helping break down barriers in what has traditionally been an industry dominated by men.
Join us for a very special episode of ‘Le Mans: 24 For 24’ as we take you on a lap of Le Mans ahead of the 2023 edition of the race.
In the 11th episode of ‘Le Mans: 24 for 24’, we hear from Sir Jackie Stewart as he recalls the 1965 edition of the legendary race. It is interesting to note Sir Jackie Stewart bought his own yellow gold Rolex Day-Date after he won his first big race, and later became a Rolex brand ambassador.
In episode 2 of ‘Le Mans: 24 for 24’, we take a look at the numbers behind the toughest challenge in motor sport.
In the third installment of ‘Le Mans: 24 for 24’, a series building up to the 2023 edition of the race, we hear from legendary British driver Jenson Button as he explains to us his long-standing admiration for the race.
In the fourth episode of ‘Le Mans: 24 for 24’, the so-called Mr. Le Mans, Tom Kristensen, talks about the very special nature of the world’s oldest active endurance racing event.
In episode 5 of the series building up to the centenary edition of the 24 Hours of Le Mans, the race’s most successful driver, Tom Kristensen, explains how tough it is to drive through the night.
In the sixth episode of ‘Le Mans: 24 for 24’, we hear from Sir Jackie Stewart, one of the icons of motor sport, as he recalls his favorite memories of the race.
In the 13th episode of ‘Le Mans: 24 for 24’, the video series that previews the legendary motor endurance race, we look at the incredible atmosphere that surrounds Le Mans.
In the 14th episode of ‘Le Mans: 24 for 24’, a video series produced in partnership with Rolex that delves deep into the iconic race, we hear from some of the trailblazing women of Le Mans as they discuss the level playing field within the race and the rise of all-women teams.
Between 1997 and 2013, Tom Kristensen won the 24 Hours of Le Mans a record nine times, including six in a row (2000 to 2005). In episode 15 of ‘Le Mans: 24 for 24’, the Danish driver explains how no single victory stands out for him and that he “learned a lot from all of them”.
In episode 16 of ‘Le Mans: 24 for 24’, the video series building up to the centenary edition of the legendary race, we look at the iconic rivalry between Ford and Ferrari, one for the ages.
Episode 17 of ‘Le Mans: 24 for 24’ takes a close look at the incredible career of Henri Pescarolo, a true legend of motor sport’s oldest, most prestigious endurance race.
Episode 18 of ‘Le Mans 24 for 24’ retraces Mark Webber’s experiences at Le Mans. The Australian driver was fortunate to escape a spectacular crash in 1999 and has also narrowly missed out on the top prize.
In episode 19 of ‘Le Mans: 24 for 24’, legendary British driver Derek Bell relives some of his most memorable moments in the iconic endurance race.
Derek Bell is pictured below with The King of Cool, Steve McQueen at Le Mans in 1970.
In the 20th episode of ‘Le Mans: 24 for 24’, the video series building up to the centenary edition of the legendary race, Mark Webber, Jamie Chadwick, Leena Gade, Henri Pescarolo and Jacky Ickx discuss the thrilling feeling they get from the start of 24 hours of Le Mans.
In episode 21 of ‘Le Mans: 24 for 24’, former Formula 1 star and five-time Le Mans competitor Mark Webber explains why Tom Kristensen is his hero from motor sport’s oldest, most prestigious endurance race. Kristensen won Le Mans on a record nine occasions between 1997 and 2013, including six in a row (2000 to 2005).
In episode 22 of ‘Le Mans: 24 for 24’, past winners of the 24 Hours of Le Mans shed light on what attributes are needed to be successful in the world’s oldest and most prestigious endurance motor sport race.
In the penultimate episode of ‘Le Mans: 24 for 24’, Howden Haynes, a nine-time winning race engineer with Audi, walks through the Le Mans centenary exhibition and explains some of the technological advancements and innovations that have been showcased at the prestigious race before making their way to production road cars.
In the final episode of ‘Le Mans: 24 for 24’, Joaquin Jiminez, the designer of the centenary trophy, explains the creative process behind this special piece of silverware. Tom Kristensen, Jacky Ickx and Henri Pescarolo discuss how it feels to lift the winner’s trophy.
Below is a new Rolex video that covers the 100th Anniversary of Le Mans.
Monday, January 09, 2023
Carroll Shelby: American Racing Pioneer and Icon
...Rolex Super Coolness...
Carroll Shelby
1923-2012
Racing Pioneer and Icon
Rolex GMT Master on Jubilee Bracelet
Rolex GMT Master on Jubilee Bracelet
Carroll Shelby was not only an American racing legend, but an international icon of automotive design. Carroll Shelby began his automotive career as a race car driver, and went on to design some of the most iconic specialty sports cars in automotive history. In the photo below, we see Carroll Shelby pictured in 1987 sporting his Rolex GMT Master on a Jubilee bracelet.
Carroll Shelby is pictured below in 1966 leaning against his Ford Mustang Shelby GT350, and we see his AC Shelby Cobra in the background.
Kings Of Coolness
In the photo below, we see Carroll Shelby at a car show sitting in his 1963 AC Shelby Cobra, and notice he is wearing a Rolex on his right wrist, which is something he and Steve McQueen had in common.
1966 Ford GT Mark II
The Ford GT40 was a super-high performance American-British racing car, which was originally built and designed in England, and later in the United States. It was powered by a series of American-made Ford engines, and it dominated the 24 Hours of Le Mans by winning four consecutive times in a row, from 1966 to 1969. The Mark II, which is pictured below gained Ford the first overall Le Mans victory in history for an American manufacturer.
The Ford GT40 was a super-high performance American-British racing car, which was originally built and designed in England, and later in the United States. It was powered by a series of American-made Ford engines, and it dominated the 24 Hours of Le Mans by winning four consecutive times in a row, from 1966 to 1969. The Mark II, which is pictured below gained Ford the first overall Le Mans victory in history for an American manufacturer.
In the photo below, we see the stable of Ford GT Mark 4 on display at the 1967 24 Hours of Le Mans, and in the front we see the Number 1 Ford GT which was driven by Dan Gurney, and A.J. Foyt.
This next video overview from 1967 Le Mans, give an overview of what happened while showing all the Ford GT's on the track.
1967 Le Mans Race Winner
In the photo below we see American race car driver win the 1967 24 hours of Le Mans as he rockets past the finish line to take first place for Ford.
...More Rolex Racing Super Coolness...
Dan Gurney & A.J. Foyt
1967 24 Hours of Le Mans Winners
Stainless Steel Rolex Datejust
Dan Gurney is an American race car driver, race car designer, and team owner. With an amazing career dating back to 1958, he is considered to be one of the living God's of racing. Dan is pictured below taking a break during the 1967 Le Mans race, with Carroll Shelby, who is wearing the checkered hat, and notice Dan is wearing his Rolex Datejust, while racing.
Dan Gurney is also pictured below after winning the 1967 24 Hours of Le Mans. His teammate for the race, A. J. Foyt is standing next to him. This photo is very famous, because Dan Gurney did not drink alcohol, so when they won, he shook-up the champagne, and popped the cork and poured it all over the place–a tradition that he started, which continues to this day. How ironic is it that the not only did Carol Shelby who designed the Ford GT Mark II wear a Rolex, but so did the two race car drivers who won the 1967 Le Mans!?!
Dan Gurney is also pictured below after winning the 1967 24 Hours of Le Mans. His teammate for the race, A. J. Foyt is standing next to him. This photo is very famous, because Dan Gurney did not drink alcohol, so when they won, he shook-up the champagne, and popped the cork and poured it all over the place–a tradition that he started, which continues to this day. How ironic is it that the not only did Carol Shelby who designed the Ford GT Mark II wear a Rolex, but so did the two race car drivers who won the 1967 Le Mans!?!
In the photo below, we see a close-up of Dan Gurney's Rolex Datejust on a Jubilee bracelet
In the next image below, taken in 1974, we see A.J. Foyt being celebrated in a Rolex Day-Date ad.
A. J. Foyt is pictured below with Richard Petty on the 4th of July in 1975.
The Ford GT40 that Dan Guryney and A.J. Foyt won the 24 Hours Of Le Mans in is pictured below. By the way, this is the first and only time an All-American team, driving an American car has ever won the 24 Hours Of Le Mans!!!
Friday, August 20, 2021
24 Hours of Le Mans
The 89th edition of the biggest race in endurance racing will take place on 21 - 22 August. The track is expected to remain mainly dry. There is, however, a risk of storms between 15:00 and 20:00 on Saturday. The winner will take home a black-dial stainless steel Daytona.
Sunday, May 03, 2009
Hurley Haywood Most Winning Driver at the 24 Hours of Daytona
Hurley Haywood
Most Winning Driver at the Rolex 24 at Daytona
Hurley Hawyood is an American race car driving legend. Hurley won the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1977, 1983 and again in 1994. Hurley is also the most winning driver of the 24 Hours of Daytona with 5 wins in 1973, 1975, 1977, 1979 and 1991.
Hurley Haywood wears a stainless steel Rolex Datejust with a white dial with raised white gold roman numerals as seen in the photo above and below.
"If you have once ounce of energy left, then you haven't done your job properly." –Hurley Haywood
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