Nothing marks the peak of our Great British summer better than a courtside battle held under the beating sun (or rain, as usually happens). With Wimbledon approaching, it’s time to dust off your kit, or pull up a chair with a Pimm’s, and prepare for an exciting showdown.
Whilst we’re of course bowled over by the sporting prowess displayed on the court, many fashion magpies can’t help but play courtside eye-spy when it comes to the accessories worn by the athletes.
Sponsors of this year’s event and official timekeepers, Rolex play a vital role in this British institution. A statement of sporting excellence, you’ll certainly spot a number of Rolex watches amongst the crowd and on the court. The timepiece of choice for plenty of sporting men and women, the natural pairing of Rolex and Wimbledon creates a harmonious match.
Adorning the wrist of our favourite sporting heroes, Caroline Wozniacki and Roger Federer have both been seen sporting these sophisticated timepieces. Adding to Rolex’s reputation of greatness, celebrity endorsements such as these add even more prestige to the brand, creating the aura of a champion for anyone wearing one of these suave Rolex watches.
Rolex may be a brand synonymous with success and pushing sporting boundaries, but other brands have also made a statement at Wimbledon in previous years, with Maria Sharapova wearing her Tag Heuer and Novak Djokovic once recognised as an Audemars Piguet brand ambassador before he signed a deal with Seiko.
Off the court, luxury fashion doesn’t rest. Sitting centre court are Britain’s elite, often mirroring the stunning accessories of our champions. From Tag Heuer watches to more demure Breitling timepieces, you can always look towards the stands for true fashion inspiration. Kate Middleton, Chris Hemsworth and Samuel L Jackson have all attended centre court matches in recent years and speculation is rife as to who we’ll be seeing this year.
Whilst we can’t say for certain who’ll be in those coveted seats this year, we can be sure of one thing - they’ll all be dressed immaculately! God forbid they end up in the background of the live BBC footage looking anything less than glamorous and the same should go for us too. The onset of the tennis season gives us the opportunity to relish the preppy sporting style that comes with this fantastic event.
You too can evoke the sense of elite fitness with a Wimbledon-inspired look on and off the court. In a time when sports watches have more gadgets than James Bond himself, as standard, a classic timepiece brings a refreshing edge. Whether you choose precious metal or colourful canvas straps, you can’t go wrong with a classic watch this summer.
