In the world of women sailors trying to prove their mettle at the national level against the best in their peer group there are many events which are promoted by Rolex in collaboration with the governing body of sailors, US SAILING. One championship that stands out even in the more prestigious crowd of Rolex sponsored championships is the US Women’s Match Racing Championship which is making another return this month to give the best women sailors in US another chance to compete with their fellow sailors. With the focus that Rolex lays on prompting human excellence through various events that it is involved with and sponsors there is certain prestige that every participant attaches to not only to winning but even participating in such opportunities. Sailing has always been one of the sporting fields that Rolex has been very closely involved with and has a very long and well established relationship with US SAILING. US Women’s Match Racing Championship is a prime example of the philosophy that Rolex has at its heart and as the regatta would go underway once again in the middle of November the same would get demonstrated.

The 2009 US Women’s Match Racing Championship is going to be held from November 11-15, 2009 at the famous and picturesque St Thomas located in the US Virgin Island. The event is being organized by US SAILING and is being sponsored by Rolex Watch USA. The eagerly awaited event will be administered by US SAILING’s US Women’s Match Racing Championship Committee in collaboration with St. Thomas Yacht Club. In addition to the prestige involved in taking part in an event that is being sponsored by

Rolex and tries to promote underlying philosophy of Rolex the sailors would also be vying for the top honors to lay their hands on the coveted Allegra Knapp Mertz Trophy and Mrs. C.F. Adams Memorial Trophy. Considering the history of the trophies which in fact dates back even prior to the present title and format of the regatta it has always been an honor for Rolex to be involved with the championship and even more so for the women sailors.

Since the event is in fact an ISAF Grade 3 not everyone gets a go at the trophies. For the 2009 US Women’s Match Racing Championship only eight skippers would be extended an invitation. Those lucky few include the reigning champion as well as three highest US-ranked skippers but only those who would request invitation. Rest of the fleet would be completed by skippers chosen strictly based on their resume. Another important thing is that unless there is an emergency the registered skipper alone would helm the boat. Keeping with the high standards that Rolex is known for and US SAILING is committed to maintain US Women’s Match Racing Championship would be governed by the rules as have been laid out it the 2009-2012 RRS and there shall be no class rules. With the highly competitive field that is expected to be there to take part in the regatta it can be safely assumed that it is going to be an ideal platform for the women sailors to test their skills and would offer great entertaining time to the fans.

Rolex is a watch brand synonymous with luxury and reliability. A timepiece from Rolex made especially for lovers of action and adventure is the Rolex Explorer II that has been designed and tested to be a faithful companion on expeditions. An action hero who has established himself as a consistent performer in Hollywood is Jackie Chan. He has been an explorer and not limited himself to action roles and has successfully ventured into comedy, production, film making, screen writing and singing. All Rolex timepieces are designed and tested to perform under extreme conditions. The popular Oyster collection of Rolex is tested to not only be waterproof but water-resistant down to a depth of 100 metres/330 feet. Jacques Piccard tested a specially designed Rolex on one of his expeditions to the bottom of the Mariana Trench. The watch was as precise during its ascent as it was during the descent down to depths of 11,000 metres.

 

Jackie Chan has gained popularity for his acrobatic fighting style and innovative stunts. He has acted in over 100 films after starting his acting career in the 1970s. He has received many honors including stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and the Hong Kong Avenue of Stars. Jackie Chan has also pursued an active singing career and has also performed “Hard to Say Goodbye� at the 2008 Summer Olympics closing ceremony. He has sung in Cantonese, Mandarin, Japanese, Taiwanese and English, and has released 20 albums since 1984. Jackie Chan has his own line of clothing with a Chinese dragon logo and his name “Jackie� or initials “JC�. Jackie’s Kitchen is a sushi restaurant chain which has outlets in Hong Kong, South Korea and Hawaii. Jackie Chan is a
UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador and has worked for numerous charitable works and causes. He announced in 2006 that he would donate half his assets to charity upon his death in order to further help the needful. He has been actively involved in philanthropy and campaigned for conservation, against animal abuse and disaster relief in mainland China as well as the Indian Ocean Tsunami. The Jackie Chan Charitable Foundation was founded in 1988 to offer scholarships and help Hong Kong’s youth through a variety of causes. He began The Dragon’s Heart Foundation in 2005 to fulfill the needs of children and elderly in remote areas of China.

 

The reliable Rolex Explorer II has a date display that has a special 24 hour hand that can be set to read the current time in different time zones. The bezel has a fixed 24-hour marking. The Rolex Explorer II comes in a comfortable 40mm size. The steel used in manufacturing the timepiece is a 904L steel alloy that is primarily used in the chemical industry where maximum resistance to corrosion is a pre-requisite. The 904L alloy works well with the other precious metals used in the timepiece. The Rolex Explorer II is an officially certified Swiss chronometer that guarantees long-term robust and reliable performance. The movement is self-winding and highly precise as it is entirely developed and manufactured by Rolex. The Rolex Explorer II is a reliable timepiece, as reliable as Jackie Chan’s action choreography.

Rolex watch making is a special craft that has for long been taken as an epitome of success because they have made watch making an extremely challenging and rewarding experience. The fact that a Rolex watch can become a part of a person’s life for a long time, almost going to the extent of becoming a family heirloom is because Rolex watches make time keeping more than just a time ticker. Rolex is a name to reckon with in the field of watch making because it takes a leap from the way watches have been made traditionally, it identifies the pain areas that may have become a part of the watch making business, looks at ways in which it can get those areas to not come across as concerns that hold the progress back but take them forward.

Rolex watch making is more than just perfecting a mechanism that will run a watch, it is the creation of a set of ideas, of a perfection of design and a promise of accuracy at all times. Rolex watches will not ever compromise on the accuracy that will run the watch, because it will entirely concentrate on what all possible elements it can put in getting a watch to run efficiently all the time. The Rolex Explorer is a huge step taken by the luxury watch brand to make watches that will always deliver perfect timing no matter what. The Rolex Explorer is a step taken towards achieving that. Sam Rockwell is an actor who has played most of his roles even when they were negative with a nonchalance that is extremely refreshing.

Some of Sam Rockwell’s very famous films include A Midsummer Night’s Dream, The Hitchhiker’s Guide to Galaxy, The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford and Charlie’s Angels. Sam Rockwell has also become a member of LAByrinth Theater Company and contributed artistically to many stage productions.

Rolex Explorer as a watch has become synonymous with people who not only make a great effort to make success stories out of their lives but also do a lot of work when it comes to perfecting each moment to a level of efficiency that is undoubtedly unparalleled. The watch is one of those crafts from the house of Rolex that has made a name for itself not only because of the efficiency that the watch personifies but also the achievement that it very aptly commemorates. Watches come and go, but Rolex watches especially the Rolex Explorer has made such a high demand on the watches that it will deliver to the people that it comes as no surprise that this watch has become another name for perfection in timing. The ascent of the Mt. Everest was an event that could not have passed unnoticed, and Rolex stepped in here to mark the success of the event with the Rolex Explorer.

This watch is a certified chronometer that has a 36 mm size. The steel finish of the watch gives the watch an extremely professional look, the Rolex Explorer also has a polished bezel that it perfectly complements with the black dial inside the watch. The self wound movement of the watch also makes it a perfect finish for race to efficiency. The watch is water proof to 100 meters, coming in with a sapphire crystallization. The watch is most famous for the fact that it is extremely dependable in times when you wouldn’t expect the watch to deliver perfection. The Rolex Explorer is an extremely dependable watch when it comes to precision of time and hence this watch is the most conducive for personalities that personify efficiency and this is something that Sam Rockwell too can identify himself with.

Rolex had started off as the dream of one man almost a century ago and went to set newer benchmarks for the world and has created a niche for itself to be counted as world’s undisputed number one manufacturer of luxury watches. One aspect of the Rolex legacy that goes beyond the traditional role that others in the business play is the extra mile that Rolex always goes to promote human brilliance and recognize and reward the efforts that individuals from different walks of life put in to make a positive contribution to the world at large. Taking its unparalleled heritage forward Rolex has taken upon itself another responsibility which involves identifying and rewarding the youth for the difference they have been able make to emerge as pioneers through their dedication, ideas and efforts. Rolex Awards for Enterprise: Young Laureates Programme is an outcome of the same and has already caught the fancy of everyone.

The Rolex Awards for Enterprise: Young Laureates Programme has been carved out to recognize five budding pioneers in the very first year of its launch. The age group which will be eligible and rewarded for the efforts ranges from 18 to 30. Though the winners would be announced next year in the month of April the evaluation process has already started. Considering the fact that Rolex has an unmatched for name in the world of watch making as well as in the field of promoting platforms for giving opportunities for testing the human will to push oneself beyond the imaginable limits and in recognizing the efforts that people undertake to work for the common good, when Rolex decided to spread its wings to the leaders of tomorrow the process for same demanded unique approach too. To cater to the desired ends Rolex has constituted a jury which consists of some of the most prominent and real life achievers.

The Rolex Awards for Enterprise: Young Laureates Programme constitutes of a jury that is as esteemed as the expected awardees are going to be. Vijay Amritraj who belongs to India is a very well known philanthropist and has also been a UN Messenger of Peace and is a member of the eminent jury. The former tennis champion would be assisted by equally huge achievers. Rodrigo Baggio from Brazil is the founder of Center for Digital Inclusion who has been working tirelessly for bridging the digital divide between rich and poor. Spanish Vicente Guallart who is an architect of repute, and the founder of Conservation Through Public Health Uganda’s wildlife veterinary officer Gladys Kalema-Zikusoka are also part of the jury. Giving them company on the jury is Tayeb A Kamali who is an engineer and is presently the Vice Chancellor of United Arab Emirates’ Higher College of Technology. Khoo Swee Chiow from Singapore, one who has completed the ‘Adventure Grand Slam’ and Margaret Dalzell Lowman from US, professor of biology and environmental studies are also part of the jury. Founder of Global Diversity Foundation US national Gary Martin and Mexican archaeologist Nelly Robles Garcia who is also the director of World Heritage Site in Oaxaca are also going to sit on the jury to pick the worthy winners. The well known BBC television presenter who has been a professional diver as well as a polar guide would bring in even more diversity to highly capable jury. In March 2010 the jury member would get down to pick the first five winners of the Rolex Awards for Enterprise: Young Laureates Programme.

“Exceptions only prove the rule�, said someone, in fact the exceptional perfection of the Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Steel sets the rule for all other cosmographs to follow. The best part of the story is that Rolex entered the Cosmograph market quite late and yet it jumped and leaped much ahead of all other watches because of its commitment to perfection and continued dedicated innovation. The Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Steel has this unique impact on most men; it leaves them besotted with it. Once they have used the Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Steel they cannot do with anything less. The preface of the Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Steel is superb and it looks spectacular especially when worn on the wrist. It has a specialized chronometer and is best for measuring elapsed time and average speed. The sweep second hand and the hour and minute totalisator are magnificent. The bezel is engraved with diamonds and the Oysterlock is an enticing addition. The Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Steel is a waterproof beauty with a dial of size 40mm. The polished high grade, non corrosive steel gives the watch a suave look and the crystal sapphire used on it makes it shine like a sparkling emerald. All these virtues make the watch inherently incomparable.

The Rolex name has consistently shone over the past one hundred years and is a time-honored, credible and stylish name amongst all watch makers. As times evolved challenges grew but nothing could dither Rolex from its perfection and quality. Rolex has left no shore untouched and established its supremacy in all types of watches. Its characteristic trait is that it never fails to deliver and is consistently reinventing itself. One of the newest and most prolific inventions of the brand and has already earned a reputation for being a show stealer and is touted as the best combination of “Technology and Aesthetics� is the Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Steel. The shining armor of the watch comes in the form of its exemplary designing and simple covering in steel. All the markings have been done precisely so that the wearer sees the correct time. The Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Steel also has other variants in yellow and everose gold.

Rich Karlgaard has been publisher of the famously popular “Forbesâ€� magazine since July 1, 1998. Before that he was editor of Forbes ASAP. A native of Bismarck, North Dakota, he graduated from the prestigious Stanford University and writes eloquently about technology, entrepreneurship, regional economic development and the future of business and work. He also speaks regularly on the Fox News Channel’s show. When he is not working or spending time with his family, Rich likes to fly his airplane around the country and meet the people who make America unique and great. Rich Karlgaard was also a co-founder of the Upside Magazine and an authority on most contemporary business issues.

The white mother-of-pearl dial surrounded by subtle diamonds is very special and uniquely royal in the case of Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Steel. The sapphire crystallized watch is self winding and waterproof up to 330 feet. The Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Steel features an Oysterlock with an easylink enabled Oysterclasp. The specialty of this watch extends to the sweep second hand which gives it a completely different and outstanding look. The steel shine finish of the watch makes it a very classy sports watch and the certified Swiss chronometer adds to its incredible appeal.

At a time when the world of motorsports in U S was reeling under the pressure of dwindling interest of drivers and their fans what was needed was a move that would not just revive the sports car racing scene but would ensure that it would have a long lasting impact. That spark was provided by the Grand-Am Road Racing Association which made a remarkable debut with the running of the 2000 Rolex 24 At Daytona and changed forever the future of motorsports, especially in the American contest. With a name like Rolex which has always done the unthinkable getting closely associated with thrilling world of sports car racing had meant that the world of motorsports would become one of the biggest forces to reckon with in the sphere of adventure and sports and that is precisely how things have turned out to be. As the Grand-Am Rolex Sports Car Series shall begin its 2010 season at the Rolex 24 At Daytona it would mark the 10^th anniversary of that momentous day when in 2000 at the same place birth of what is now world’s favorite motor racing tournament had taken place.

In September 1999 a new series of motor racing was announced in the New York City which had the backing of NASCAR as well as the International Speedway Corporation and the Rolex 24 was sanctioned. The first season of the series was to feature 10 races with Rolex 24 being the very first race. The series was to consist of five different classes which included Sports Racer Prototypes, SRP II focusing on small engine cars and three different GT classes namely GTO, GTU and AGT. The first season was made very appealing and attractive by making some very interesting rules. The qualifying driver was to be the one who would finally start the event with maximum driver per car limit kept at four. Not only that the teams were not allowed to switch their drivers from car to car. But since many of these rules were untenable in practice these did lead to a lot of problems from the very first race at Rolex 24 itself.

2000 Rolex 24 At Daytona saw race drivers like Max Angelelli, David Donohue, Wayne Taylor, Max Papis and Rob Dyson racing down the speedway in Cadillac LMPs, GTO Vipers and Corvettes. That Grand-Am Rolex Sports Car Series would turn out to be the best among the best in the world of motorsports became evident at the first race at the Rolex 24 itself. The first race ended with the closest finish in the history of Rolex 24 as Team Oreca Dodge Viper battled with Corvette to finally win the race by a margin of 30.878 seconds only.

2000 Rolex 24 At Daytona, the very first race in the year 2000 became the harbinger of the things to happen in the days to come and with involvement of Rolex to the extent that it became the title sponsor of the racing tournament itself the face of motorsports changed forever. As the Grand-Am Rolex Sports Car Series makes its first stop of the 2010 season with the Rolex 24 At Daytona it would the completion and celebration of a very fruitful decade of motor racing which saw Rolex and Grand-Am Racing Association coming together to set new standards in the world of motorsports.

What is the main difference between a men’s watch and a ladies watch in addition to the size of the watch of course? It is the feel and look of it. A ladies watch is perceptibly different from the male counterparts because it is elegant and exquisite to behold and the male one is rugged and bold in its looks. The Rolex Cellini Orchid is the right ladies watch that has the daintiness required of a women’s watch and the steely toughness of a Swiss certified machinery within it; giving it beauty and toughness at the same time, lending it an extraordinary charm of a masterpiece. Unlike other watches from the Rolex collection of unique ladies watches the Cellini Orchid lingers soulfully to haunt your imagination long after one has seen it and leaves an unforgettable impression on the wearers and onlookers alike. Nicole Richie too is a person whose vibrancy and multihued persona leaves a mark on all those who come in to contact with her.

Nicole Camille Richie born on September 21, 1981 is an American actress, author, socialite, singer and television personality all interestingly rolled into one. The adopted daughter of the celebrated singer Lionel Richie, she is best known for her role in the reality TV show The Simple Life, alongside fellow socialite and former best friend Paris Hilton. Nicole’s erratically endearing life leaves a lasting impression on all those who love her or love to hate her. She is one whom you cannot ignore nor forget. Stunningly beautiful with a young and colorful persona, Nicole Richie has always been a celebrity in news for something or the other. Richie was a member of the rock band “Darling” till a few months back and did pretty well with it. Nicole Richie’s semi-autobiographical novel, The Truth about Diamonds, was based on her life, but is mostly fictional but was quite a publicized book.

Rolex watches, like the Rolex Cellini Orchid have a hypnotic personality of their own and although they do enhance the presence of those who wear them yet they maintain the grace and charm of their very own design and master craftsmanship. Like the Rolex Cellini Orchid with its 18 ct yellow gold body and a white mother-of-pearl dial set with shimmering stones is a treat to behold. When a lady adorns a Rolex watch it is not just a piece of beautiful accessory but something greater than just a way to tell the time, it is a symbol of her status and style. It is a piece of art with technical prowess of generations of the finest Swiss watchmakers that have been crystallized in the form of a watch. Most of them who own a Rolex know that this watch is the most exquisite piece of jewelry with a technical genius inside that one can own. Its oyster back casing, brilliantly set diamonds and the engraved numerals make it a breathtaking watch to possess. It is the first choice of all those who would like to maintain high standards of excellence and have set there eyes on acquiring nothing but the best.

Figure skating is one of the toughest sports to master and even more difficult to excel in. It is a sport involving technique and beauty just like a Rolex watch has an exquisite blend of beauty and technology. Both the exterior and the interior of the watch are painstakingly made with the best materials and highest standards of precision. All through a century of its existence Rolex watches have time and again proven their worth and value and shown the world the high standards of the fine art of watch making, making each and every timepiece a specialty in itself.

Rolex has successfully done this tough job of being the brand that people can trust blindly without even a trace of doubt. It has carved such a niche of perfection for itself that it is now almost the indefatigable monarch of all premium watches in the world. The Rolex Deep Sea from the house of Rolex is a watch that has been crafted to perfection and embodies the qualities of spontaneous perfection similar to the highly skilled act of the figure skater Scott Hamilton. This brilliant sportsperson went through several ups and downs in life to emerge a winner each time.

Scott Skovell Hamilton was born in 1958 and is a legendary figure skater who has won figure skating gold for America in 1984 Olympics. Not only this, he also won four consecutive U.S. championships from 1981 to 84 and four consecutive World Championships also during that time. After turning professional, Scott Hamilton toured with the Ice Canades and also created “Scott Hamilton’s American Tour,” which later was renamed Stars on Ice. He co-founded, co-produced and performed in Stars on Ice for fifteen years before retiring from the tour in 2001. He has been awarded numerous skating honors, including being the first solo male figure skater to be awarded the Jacques Farvat Award and is a distinguished member of the US Olympic Hall of Fame. In 2009 Hamilton wrote the book The Great Eight which received some rave reviews.

The inventiveness of the Rolex Deep Sea lies not in its robustness or its artistic design alone but in its spirit of resourcefulness that this watch so beautifully represents. The capacity of this incredible watch is fully tested, making it water resistant up to 12800 feet. The Rolex Deep Sea can function perfectly under enormous pressure and withstand all kinds of situations. This ability makes the Rolex Deep Sea an actual winner in every situation. Rolex Deep Sea has loyal patrons across continents because no other watch can match up to its level of trustworthiness and dependability. The precision in working and the tenacity of this watch makes it a much sought after model. This cleverly crafted Rolex Deep Sea watch has a Helium escape valve that prevents the pressure from building up inside the watch and allows it to function smoothly even under deep sea conditions; when other watches would have just given up. When creating a masterpiece, the master craftsman gives in his hundred percent dedication and commitment and what results is an amazing combination of human and mechanical excellence and the Rolex Deep Sea is a testimony to that.

The annual fundraiser for Career Transition for Dancers has always been a significant night in the world of dancing but this year it was an evening which everyone was looking forward to and it would be etched in the memory of everyone forever. The highlight of the fundraiser was the Rolex Dance Award which was to honor Patrick Swayze, the dancer and the performer and which was accepted by his wife Lisa Niemi on his behalf. Patrick Swayze who was chosen to receive the award earlier in the year lost his battle with cancer in September and was very dearly missed by everyone who had gathered in the memory of the star. Rolex which has the tradition of recognizing talent from different fields and rewarding people presents the Rolex Dance Award to honor the extraordinary dancers who through their dance moves have been moving the entire world with them and there has never been a better representative of that spirit and emotion than Patrick Swayze.

This year’s fundraiser for Career Transition for Dancers was held on Monday, 2nd November. The place chosen for the same was New York’s City Center and it turned out to be an evening which will stay in the memory of lovers of dance and especially the countless fans of Patrick Swayze for a long time to come. Patrick Swayze’s wife for 34 years Lisa Niemi was present at the occasion to receive the Rolex Dance Award on behalf of her husband. In a moment which was emotional for the audience, the performing dancers and definitely for Lisa Niemi, she accepted the Rolex Dance Award and shared her feelings and expressed everyone else’s when she said that her husband was then dancing with the angels.

Patrick Swayze was a very accomplished actor who was equally popular for the roles he played in films and on television. He had the honor of being included in the People magazine’s Sexiest Man Alive list and was a favorite of innumerable fans. But above all this, what helped him get noticed and ensured that he always stood out was the fact that he was an accomplished dancer. A man with all the dance moves Patrick Swayze was a great dancer on and off screen and was rated highly by one and all.

The Rolex Dance Award was presented at the fundraiser which was organized for the Career Transition for Dancers. The basic philosophy behind the initiative is to make a change for better in the lives of dancers who due to reasons like age or career affecting injuries have had to quit dancing. When it comes to noble causes like this one Rolex has always taken upon itself the responsibility of doing everything possible to provide opportunities and create platforms for the people to come forward and realize their dreams. With Rolex Dance Award Rolex has been recognizing the immense talent that exits in the field of dance and there has perhaps never been a better recipient than Patrick Swayze who will live in the memory of his fans and fans of dancing forever.