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The 24 Hours of Le Mans

Almost immediately upon the development of the internal combustion engine in the late 19th century, mankind turned its ingenuity into a passion for motor racing. From Sir Malcolm Campbell and his record-winning runs in Blue Bird to Sir Jackie Stewart and his singular career in Formula One, intrepid drivers willing to push the limits of human endurance have always felt the draw of the race track — and for as long as they have been driving, Rolex has been standing by their side. However, the world’s best drivers have long felt the pull of one race in particular, a contest of will and metal that pits champions against one another in a desperate bid to win and to survive: The 24 Hours of Le Mans.

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 July 8, 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.

A decades-long partner to the world’s most talented drivers and to the most prestigious motoring competitions across the globe, Rolex is proud to be the Official Timekeeper of the 24 Hours of Le Mans for over 20 years. Wherever a formidable spirit and a pursuit of excellence intersect — both on and off the track — Rolex can be found.

Bhindi, a premier jeweler based in southern California since the 1980s, is a proud member of the worldwide network of Official Rolex Jewelers. Visit us at our Glendale and Artesia, CA locations to explore the Oyster Perpetual Cosmograph Daytona, a sophisticated and precise timekeeper developed specifically for racing.