The 24 Hours of Le Mans
As the only Official Rolex Jeweler in Saint Martin, Goldfinger Jewelry’s specialized team is dedicated to the world and products of Rolex, which embody the highest standards of excellence. Rolex continuously fosters this excellence and innovation, in part through the brand’s ongoing support of events that exemplify a passion for high performance.
Among these many associations, the 24 Hours of Le Mans stands out as one of the most challenging and revered endurance races in motor sport. This 24-hour race, which takes place in France each summer, embodies durability, prestige and relentless dedication. The 92nd edition of the 24 Hours of Le Mans, a race that celebrates endurance and motor sport excellence, takes places on June 15 and 16, 2024. Rolex has been the Official Timepiece of this legendary event since 2001.
Published on June 4, 2024
Long and proud history of epic racing
Created in 1923, the 24 Hours of Le Mans is the oldest and one of the most prestigious car races in the world. A stern test of the reliability of the machines as well as the physical and mental stamina of the drivers, Le Mans attracts some of the greatest names in motor sport. On the 8.4-mile (13.6 kilometers) Circuit de la Sarthe in northwest France, some 62 cars, each with teams of three drivers, race against each other, divided into two Prototype and one GT Class. The winning team is the one which covers the greatest distance in 24 hours, some 3,293 miles (5,300 kilometers). Rolex has been the Official Timepiece of the race since 2001.
Continuous innovation over the decades
Since its inaugural edition, the mythical event has been an ideal testing ground for the many advances in motor sport technologies. The trialing of a new road surface in 1922 (still viable today), improvements to safety, engines and aerodynamics, as well as, since 2022, the requirement for all cars to run on 100 percent renewable biofuel, are among the notable developments marking a century of progress supported by this legendary endurance race. New automotive manufacturers contesting the top class in 2024 include Alpine, BMW and Lamborghini, emphasizing the importance and relevance of the event for the car industry.
Tom Kristensen: “Mr. Le Mans”
Tom Kristensen has well and truly earned his nickname. The most successful driver in the legendary race’s history, he won it a record nine times, starting with his debut in 1997. A Rolex Testimonee since 2010, the Danish racing driver was FIA World Endurance champion in 2013. “You carry a win at Le Mans with you forever. I feel proud and humble reflecting on the race’s legacy and Rolex’s involvement with motor sport. Together they are the perfect combination; both striving for excellence through persistence, technical innovation and human endeavor.”
The Cosmograph Daytona: a singular prize
The winners of the top class of the 24 Hours of Le Mans receive an Oyster Perpetual Cosmograph Daytona, specially engraved for the occasion. A legendary watch whose characteristic design has become iconic, the Cosmograph Daytona is emblematic of Rolex’s expertise. Equipped with a movement entirely designed and produced by the Rolex manufacture, it stands out by virtue of its chronometric precision as well as its unfailing reliability.
Explore a World of Rolex in Saint Martin
Elite motor racing at events like the 24 Hours of Le Mans pushes both drivers and their machines to the limit. Rolex’s partnerships in motor sport date back almost a century, representing a long heritage of support for those who constantly strive for perfection. Goldfinger Jewelry is proud to share in this support as an Official Rolex Jeweler and we would be delighted to welcome you to our Rolex Showroom in Marigot, where you will enjoy our signature expert guidance as you explore a world of Rolex firsthand.
The Rolex Cosmograph Daytona collection
