Why Jannik Sinner’s Rolex Is a Watch Fit for a Wimbledon Champ

When Jannik Sinner lifted the Wimbledon trophy for the first time on Sunday, a second triumph gleamed on his wrist—the Rolex Cosmograph Daytona.

Specifically, he wore the 40mm Everose gold model with the “Sundust” dial (ref. 126515LN), a model that could accurately be described as the wristwear of champions. Crafted from Rolex’s proprietary 18ct Everose gold, the Daytona masterfully blends sporty aesthetics with horological refinement.

Its standout “Sundust” dial—a champagne-pink tone—shifts in the light from warm rose to silvery blush. This nuanced finish, created using intricate brushing techniques, adds a rare depth and glow that few dials can rival. Once exclusive to the Datejust line, the dial has now found a home in the Daytona collection, giving it an elevated sophistication that perfectly complements Sinner’s on-court composure.

At just 23, Sinner outplayed Carlos Alcaraz in four sets on Centre Court.

Post-match, both men wore Cosmograph Daytonas—Alcaraz opting for a bold yellow gold version with a striking turquoise dial. Originally built for motorsport, the watch has long been synonymous with precision and prestige. Today, it’s a fixture of elite sport and celebrity. Sinner’s particular model houses Rolex’s in-house calibre 4131, with a 72-hour power reserve and a monobloc Cerachrom bezel—engineered for endurance, fittingly so.

Taken as a whole, Wimbledon 2025 proved quite a feast for watch-spotters.

Leonardo DiCaprio debuted the all-new Rolex Land-Dweller ref. 127334—a white gold and Oystersteel piece showcasing the brand’s latest movement, blending technical mastery with sleek elegance. Tom Holland opted for a bold platinum Rolex Daytona set with diamonds, valued at £67,500. John Cena kept things rugged and understated with a Rolex Explorer II, true to its utilitarian heritage, while Russell Crowe showcased the same “Tiffany” Daytona worn by Alcaraz.

Not everyone stayed loyal to the Crown. Andrew Garfield sported an Omega De Ville Trésor—a slim, vintage-inspired dress watch with a “clous de Paris” dial and manual movement, perfect for the heat and class of Centre Court.

With three Rolex ambassadors among this year’s men’s semi-finalists, and the brand emblazoned across every scoreboard and celebrity wrist at SW19, Rolex once again asserted its dominance in the world of tennis.

But it was Jannik Sinner’s victory—and his elegant, precise Daytona—that truly sealed the moment for the brand. It is technically brilliant, and effortlessly premium—just like the champion who wore it.