The 2008 edition of the Giraglia replica Ulysse Nardin watches Cup saw a total of 170 yachts participating in the event that set off on the 243 mile voyage from the picturesque St.Tropez after waiting for the wind to pick up for three hours in June.This year the Giraglia Rolex Cup is to being held from the 14th to the 20th of June and is currently underway.A record number of 2000 sailors on a 192 yachts sailed away from the shore heading off to clinch the title of the top sailor in the 57th edition of the Giraglia replica Ulysse Nardin watches Cup.As the almost 200 strong fleet of yachts took off, the spectators around looked in wonderment at the incredible sight these boats that almost seemed to look like a collection of delicate wisps.
Mastering the unpredictable sea to momentarily control the obscure wind, as it rushes past the sails sometimes thrusting it forward, while at other times almost threatening to tear the vessel to shreds is a thrill that has drawn men to risk their very lives, for many centuries.The Rolex recognizes the resilience and focus that is required to master the art of sailing and in its endeavor to promote the sport it holds numerous sailing events across the globe.The Giraglia Rolex Cup is yet another example of Rolex’s pre-determined design to promote the pursuit of excellence and the sport of sailing.One of the most renowned races to occur in the Mediterranean, the Giraglia Rolex Cup presented by Rolex is an eminent racing event that has drawn competent sailors from all over the world, especially from Europe.This distance racing event has almost been a tradition for the European sailors for more than 50 years.The boats that take part in the prestigious Giraglia replica Ulysse Nardin watches Cup commence their journey from the historic port of St.Tropez, France sailing through the tranquil surroundings of the Iles des Hyeres before crossing the sea around Giraglia which is a rocky islet located off northern Corsica and finally finishing off at Genoa in Italy covering a total distance of 243 nautical miles.
