Rolex's Latest Cosmograph Daytona Honours the 24 Hours of Le Mans

The new chronograph celebrates the centenary of the world's most prestigious endurance motorsport race.

- CHARMIAN LEONG

Almost every year for the past century, the 24 Hours of Le Mans has captivated petrolheads with a race that pushes the limits of human and machine performance with diverse and demanding courses along the Circuit de la Sarthe in Le Mans, France.

Since the race quickly became a platform for marques and teams to showcase advancements in automotive innovation, it was only natural that Rolex, a company similarly devoted to mechanical excellence, would become the race’s "Official Timepiece" in 2001 — a role that it continues to fulfil to this day.

Two Rolex Testimonees even made appearances at this year’s landmark race: 2009 FIA Formula 1 Drivers’ World Champion Jenson Button, who participated in Garage 56, and Le Mans’ most decorated driver with nine victories, Tom Kristensen, who served as ambassador for the event.