2011 Only Watch Auction

The one and unique piece: Patek Philippe Stainless Steel Minute Repeater model, Ref. 3939

(06/2011) A unique Patek Philippe Stainless Steel Minute Repeater model, Ref. 3939, will be auctioned on September 22nd, 2011 at 4 p.m. in Monaco to fund medical research for the Duchenne Muscular Distrophy. To support Only Watch 2011 Patek Philippe created for the first time a Stainless Steel Minute Repeater timepiece with a black enamel dial based on the emblematic Ref. 3939 model. The Only Watch 2011 special stainless steel model Ref. 3939 is and will remain the one and unique piece ever produced by Patek Philippe Geneva.

Gala dinner in the Château de Chantilly

Prix de Diane Longines: A weekend tinged with elegance

(06/2011) For the first time this year, the Swiss watch brand Longines had the privilege of being the title partner in the Prix de Diane Longines. The day of June 12 was full of elegance and prestige and Maxime Guyon riding Golden Lilac won the Prix de Diane Longines. Both trainer André Fabre and French jockey Maxime Guyon achieved a fantastic performance by winning 4 Group races 4 courses during the afternoon.

9 June to 11 June 2011 in Cannes, France

Jaeger-LeCoultre presents the Global Champions Tour in France

(06/2011) Jaeger-LeCoultre was present at the traditional Jumping International de Cannes, as an official partner of the Global Champions Tour, the world’s most prestigious international show-jumping circuit. This year’s event was even more emblematic, as the Jumping de Cannes was marking its 30th anniversary. A success that continues unabated, judging by the hundreds of additional spectators: the Hespérides had never seen such crowds.

Despite Stop and Go Penalty

Podium and Lead in the Championship for Marc A. Hayek

(06/2011) The third round of the ADAC GT Masters took place in Belgium at the Circuit Zolder last weekend. 34 dream sports cars competed at the 4,000 m (2.5 miles) long former Formula 1 track. Swiss Marc A. Hayek races in a Team Reiter Engineering Lamborghini Gallardo LP600+ with starting number #24 this season. He shares the Italian racing car with experienced Dutch pilot Peter Kox and competes in the amateur class of the ADAC GT Masters series.

Only Watch 2011

URWERK presents the UR-103 Phoenix for charity auction

(06/2011) The human body has to be one of the most beautiful machines that there is. But like any fine-tuned piece of machinery, it is not without failings that can sometimes carry painful consequences, such as the devastating effects of Duchenne muscular dystrophy. The doctors and researchers whose sterling work has helped to improve the lives of so many sufferers of this genetic disorder have shown an extraordinary determination in their medical quest.

Time has always fascinated me

Frédérique Constant: Miss Earth Nicole Faria is new Brand Ambassador

(06/2011) Frédérique Constant, the independent family owned watch manufacturer based in Plan-les-Ouates, Geneva, has signed Miss Earth Nicole Faria as global Brand Ambassador. Frédérique Constant hereby also seals its association with conservation and environmental projects in India as Nicole Faria is actively involved with earth-related initiatives. Frédérique Constant announced this partnership in Mumbai where it presented the stunning Nicole Faria a special Chocolate Double Heart Beat watch to commence their association.

Exhibition match featuring two tennis legends

Jim Courier receives the Longines Prize for Elegance from Andre Agassi

(06/2011) After a morning packed with emotion and culminating in an exhibition match featuring two tennis legends and two future tennis aces, Longines gave a charity dinner on Saturday evening in aid of the foundations run by its two ambassadors of elegance, Andre Agassi and Stefanie Graf. Among the many guests at the Petit Palais, Jim Courier, Andre Agassi and Mary Pierce – all former Roland-Garros champions – as well as Pat Cash represented the world of tennis.

Official partner and timekeeper for the French Open

Longines strengthens its support to the young tennis talents

(06/2011) In line with the values it has always upheld, Longines, official partner and timekeeper for the French Open, strengthens its support to the young tennis talents. The famous Swiss watchmaker is looking to the future by organising the Longines Future Tennis Aces, a tournament aimed at promoting sport and encouraging the values of respect, fair play and tolerance which it holds dear.

A perfect combination of elegance, excellence and strength

Leo Messi confirms his status as the world’s greatest football player

(06/2011) Audemars Piguet ambassador Leo Messi expressed the full force of his formidable talent in the Champions League final on Saturday May 28th 2011. The UEFA quite logically named him Man of the Match, given the spectacular display provided by the Argentinean champion who shone like a supernova among the 22 stars that sparkled on London’s Wembley pitch.

June 2 to June 5, 2011 in Hamburg, Germany

Jaeger-LeCoultre presents the Global Champions Tour in Germany

(06/2011) Since last year, Jaeger-LeCoultre is the official partner of the Global Champions Tour, the most recognised series in horse jumping worldwide. From June 2 to June 5, Jaeger-LeCoultre presents the Global Champions Tour in Hamburg, where the Deutsches Derby takes place. More than 10.000 spectators are expected to hold their breath for the riders.

Elegance and precision in Rome among celebrities and horse-goers

Longines and the 79th CSIO Piazza di Siena

(05/2011) The famous Swiss watchmaker Longines, involved in equestrian sports for many years, was anew official partner and timekeeper of the 79th CSIO Piazza di Siena, which took place from 26 to 29 of May. Since the early days of its involvement in this field, the brand is proud to have taken part in over one hundred national and international equestrian events and to have been responsible for timing many competitions such as world championships, European championships and various other events organised by the CSIO and the Arab Equestrian League.

For the second consecutive year

Jaeger-LeCoultre partners with Global Champions Tour

(05/2011) The Global Champions Tour (“GCT”), the most prestigious championship in show jumping today, is proud to announce that Jaeger-LeCoultre will be the official partner and time keeper of the Tour for the next seasons. From the entrance arch to the main playground, Jaeger-LeCoultre will be present on the main areas of the competitions. During the events, guests will be welcomed in the VIP area, where they will attend a beautiful spectacular and also discover the latest timepieces from La Grande Maison.

Unforgettable blend of music and high fashion

Passion Ball 2011 presented by Audemars Piguet

(05/2011) Food from the Heart held its highly anticipated annual Passion Ball fund raiser at The St. Regis on 7th May 2011. Audemars Piguet is pleased to confirm that S0, 000 has been raised to help the needy in Singapore. Passion Ball promised an elegant and memorable affair by celebrating timeless passion and charm, zest and pep, and continuing support for the Food from the Heart foundation.

Marmara Sailing Club in Istanbul

CORUM is Official Timekeeper of the Bosphorus Cup in Turkey

(05/2011) More than 80 IRC boats have crossed the departure line today of the shop&miles Bosphorus Cup on the Marmara Sea. As the Official Timekeeper of this spectacular race, CORUM offers an Admiral’s Cup Challenger 44 GMT watch to the winner and associates one of its Turkish retailers – Fancy in Istanbul - with the event.

The 2 Million Euro’s BB unique piece

Hublot bring a sparkle to the F1 Grand Prix of Monaco

(05/2011) Thursday 26 of May 2011, in the paddock of the most glamorous Grand Prix of the F1™ season, Mr Bernie Ecclestone, President of Formula One Management joins Mrs Tina Zegg from ZEGG & CERLATI for the presentation of one of the most expensive jewellery timepieces ever created, the spectacular 2 Million Euro’s BB.