The eleventh leg of the 2009/2010 Rolex FEI World Cup Jumping Series witnessed an outstanding performance in Vigo, Spain on Saturday night by Australia’s Edwina Alexander who scored maximum points and laid a strong claim over the series. The audience applauded aloud and was swept with the swift moves that Edwina Alexander made during the 2009/2010 Rolex FEI World Cup Jumping Series. The series leg saw an overwhelming participation from 11 horses. Edwina Alexander who was accompanied by 15 year old horse Cevo Socrates who like a true companion played his role well and earned admiration from one and all. The 15 year old played with wisdom too good for his age and was bestowed with the appreciation for his classy and super confident moves on court.

Together the duo spread the magic of their performance and ended up boosting Edwina Alexander’s position to the fourth place on the series charts. Edwina Alexander like a true winner left no stone unturned when it was about winning the leg. The lady got up early on the D-Day and reviewed her 2008 Grand Prix winning performance to recall her winning moves. The delighted Edwina Alexander said that although her present horse Socrates is very different from her 2008 winning ride Itot, but the videos reminded her exactly what she was in the need to know and the effort finally paid off.

Edwina Alexander, who shone at the 2009/2010 Rolex FEI World Cup Jumping Series after quite a few losses in previous series, also gave the credit to her determined ride Socrates. The lady is all spruced up for the remaining two qualifying rounds and appears to be all the more confident to take the title by her strive. She went on to add that she did not know what to anticipate from her horse Socrates given the fact that he had been away from all the action for eight long months. However, she was delighted to see the brilliant performance from the horse. Socrates has had a smooth career graph. The horse won the Zurich Grand Prix 2008 as well as the Gothenburg Grand Prix 2009 and went on to add another title to his name by bagging third position in Valkenswaard. Edwina Alexander could not keep herself from gushing about her winning ride and said that she was thrilled to have paired with Socrates. Edwina Alexander has qualified for the Rolex FEI World Cup Jumping final that is scheduled to take place in Geneva this April.

While Switzerland’s Beat Mandli who remained the winner of the third leg held in Lyon, France last November bagged the position of the runner-up, Judy–Ann Melchior did Belgium proud after she picked up her first points of the season and remained third with her mare Cha Cha Z. The 2009/2010 Rolex FEI World Cup Jumping Series is the 32^nd season of the event that commenced in the year 1978. The series carries forward the tradition of brilliance that Rolex stands for while keeping the approach of the event very fan-friendly. The series gives a chance to the horses and to their riders to give their best performance and be at par with excellence. The next round of the event will be held at Gothenburg, Sweden during February 25 – 28, 2010.

The Mentor Protégé Initiative by Rolex is a unique program wherein extraordinary rising artists from a variety of genres are mentored by great masters for a period of one year. The creative collaboration is achieved by seeking out these rising artists from around the world and pairing them up with masters of their respective fields for a one-on-one mentoring relationship. The year is concluded with a presentation of the mentor and protégé in the month of December. Martin Scorsese presented his protégé Celina Murga on the 3^rd of December at the BFI Southbank in London.

Celina Murga is an Argentinean film-maker who had two films to her credit before she was introduced to her mentor. Martin Scorsese is a well renowned name when it comes to making movies. He completed his first feature film in 1968 though won critical and popular acclaim for the first time in 1973 for his film Mean Streets. Martin Scorsese has a long list of critically acclaimed movies to his name like Taxi Driver, New York New York, Raging Bull, Goodfellas, Casino, Gangs of New York, The Aviator and more recently The Departed. The acclaimed director has an equally long list of awards that have honored the creative genius like the Golden Lion from the Venice Film Festival, the AFI Lifetime Achievement Award, Directors Guild of America Lifetime Achievement Award and a Kennedy Center Honor.

The opportunity to mentor was a delight for the film maker as in his initial years while he was still a student in New York he got the chance to spend five days in California to observe the making of a television show. Since he did not get the option to observe with his choice of directors, Martin Scorsese had one thing very clear from that

moment that if he ever had the opportunity, he would offer an option to the new talent. Claiming that he would have made a terrible protégé, Martin Scorsese was all praise for his protégé stating that Celina Murga had an inner strength and sure quality about her that gave her the right kind of confidence and helped her stay focused.

Celina Murga too was ecstatic about the time spent with her mentor and stated that he was extremely generous about sharing his knowledge. The young film-maker admired her mentor for the fact that he puts in a lot of trust in his film-making team and discusses new ways of making the shots with his assistant director and director of photography. She enjoyed every moment of the Rolex Mentor Protégé initiative watching the film-making genius in action. The initiative is an investment on both the mentor and protégé’s part and takes forth the underlying aim of Rolex to promote human excellence and make a lasting contribution to the arts. The initiative is a biennial program and is aimed towards perpetuating a heritage in the field of arts. The opportunity to be a protégé of the masters of one’s field helps condition the rising talent to not only create masterpieces but also learn the nuances of their genre.

Good looks can impress anyone on the first encounter but to sustain that impression for a long time you need to really support them with gratifying qualities. Just as done by the Rolex Prince watch and the British film star Orlando Bloom. The Swiss wristwatch manufacturer is considered to be one of the most prolific companies in the world. Their luxury watches are known for their sheer elegance and detailed structuring. This eclectic company was established in 1905 and since then they have manufacturing timeless beauties. Since they have been receiving success and appreciations for most of the models that they launched every year; they were constantly inspired to come up with new and unique designs.

Canterbury, Britain. Being a dyslexic child, Orlando Bloom was always in the need of constant encouragement for participating in any extra-curricular activities and his mother has always been there to do so. He completed his schooling from the St Edmund’s School, Canterbury and also joined some art and drama classes. In 1993, Orlando Bloom moved to London and did a two-year A Level course in Drama, Photography and Sculpture from the Fine Arts College in Hampstead. He began his acting career by acting in television serials like Causality and Midsomer Murders. He subsequently made his film debut in 1997 with a small role in a film called Wilde. He then entered the Guildhall School of Music and Drama in London for learning the technicalities of acting. After graduating from there in 1999, he got his major break in the historical hit The Lord of the Rings in the year 2001. With subsequent films like Black Hawk Down and Troy, Orlando Bloom transformed into one of the world’s best known celebrities. His role of Will Turner in the Pirates of the Caribbean trilogy was loved by people all over the globe. Some of the other films that show his hard-hitting performances include Elizabethtown

Upcoming flicks of Orlando Bloom include names like New York I Love You, Sympathy for Delicious Main Street.

The success story of Rolex Prince has been quite alike the British celebrity. It was introduced in 1928 and since then it has gained quite a lot of popularity.It has a distinct design and rectangular case that gives it a very stylish look. The dual dial is separated from the top and the bottom thus making use of all the space that it contains. While the hours and minutes appear on the top dial, the bottom one is for seconds. Rolex Prince is powered by the caliber 1036 movement. The Prince watch is available in yellow gold, white gold or everose gold, thus providing you a number of options to fits your style. The leather strap of the watch is also available in different colours such as black, brown and a lot more. Just as Orlando Bloom becomes an eye-catcher of every film that he does, you too can enjoy the same attention when you sport a Rolex Prince watch.

Rolex in its close to a century old existence has carved a niche for itself that makes it a sure master of its field and Rolex Yacht-Master II is one example of how it has managed to do that. It goes to the credit of the creative minds, dynamic designers and expert craftsmen that Rolex can boast of who have turned Rolex into a name, a brand and a legacy that goes beyond the best of everything that anyone has done with anything in any field. The master like presence that Rolex Yacht-Master II enjoys in the world of watches is something that Steven Gerard can lay claim to on the football field.

Steven George Gerrard is an English footballer who dons proudly dons the colours of England national team and Liverpool. A highly successful footballer, he has played his game to perfection every time he has entered the football field. Born on the 30^th May, 1980 he is among those rare breed of footballers who though very successful and always surrounded by media attention and money power has maintained the kind of composure and humbleness that is the biggest virtue one can have. The 6 feet tall footballer started as a junior player for Liverpool in 1987 and graduated to senior team in 1998 and still continues to play for them with unprecedented levels of success. In 1999 he was drafted to play for the England U-21 and in 2000 he was honoured by the call to join the England national team.

Through his performances he time and again brought forth one point that when on the football field he is an absolute master. From winning matches to winning championships he has done it all and has been duly recognised too. With Liverpool he has won FA Cup twice, League Cup twice, FA Community Shield twice and UEFA Super Cup twice, and UEFA Champions League as well as UEFA Cup once. He himself has won player of the year awards on countless occasion including FWA Player of the Year, UEFA Club Footballer of the Year, twice FIFPro World XI and Goal of the Season. For his success he has also been made Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) in 2007 and honoured with Honorary Fellowship from Liverpool John Moores University in 2008. And obviously it is for no reason that he is considered a master of the football field something that defines the Rolex Yacht-Master II too.

The Rolex Yacht-Master II is also in the same league of achievers who through their performances have reached a place where they are considered to be the nothing but the masters. The watch is a favourite of the sailors all across the world. If sailing is one of the toughest and most demanding sports in the world then Rolex matches that with Rolex Yacht-Master II perfectly well. The watch made with yellow gold is 44mm in size and is a certified chronometer. Also it is self winding, has white dial and blue ceramic rotatable bezel too. With its water resistance capacity to the depths of 100m and absolutely awesome performance Rolex Yacht-Master II like Steven Gerrard is master beyond comparison.

Endeavour only bears fruit when pursued with undeterred commitment, courage, vigour and passion. All these virtues coming together form an unbeatable amalgam that exploits all the potential in the concerned entity. Rolex, the celebrated watch maker has been practising this endeavour with consistency and has stuck to the highest quality and standards of watch making. The Rolex GMT Master II functions flawlessly with a lot of drive and fervour, qualities that are visible in film and television director Nigel Lythgoe. Attaining greatness asks for sacrifice and an unquestionable devotion to the craft which leads to perfection. Envisioning original ideas is one very effective way to reach your goals, a maxim that Rolex has religiously stuck to throughout its existence and a path on which Nigel Lythgoe walks. Rolex has always stuck to its origin with a commitment fated to bear good results. One is often put through a plethora of trails and tribulations, a phase which requires unique focus which ultimately leads to the goal being achieved. The moment of appreciation comes when the endeavour takes the form of results, something that the Rolex GMT Master II exemplifies and innovative Director Nigel Lythgoe swears by.

Born on July 9, 1949, Nigel Lythgoe was born in England to Gertrude Emily and George Lythgoe. He started learning multiple techniques at a very young age and implemented them in film choreography. He studied at the Hylton-Bromley School of Dance and Drama where he studies many dance forms including Ballroom, Modern Jazz, Classical Greek, Classical Ballet and National Dance. He got a chance to perform with CVD Charisse and Gene Kelly in the 1980s after which he choreographed for Ben Vereen, The Muppets and Shirley Bassey. After a brief struggle in the television domain, Lythgoe took up a job at London Weekend Television as Head of Entertainment and Comedy. He was in charge of production and got Gladiators and Blind Date under his belt. He later became a judge at Popstars and was cheered for his sharp remarks. He directed the British version of Survivor and then served as President of Television at 19 Entertainment Group. He conceptualized Pop Idol, which would later on gain fame across the globe as American Idol. Lythgoe again came to prominence as co-creator, producer and judge at the reality show So You Think You Can Dance which aired on FOX television network. He was awarded an Honorary Doctorate in Fine Arts by the University of Bedfordshire and is credited to have choreographed more than 500 television shows till date.

The Rolex GMT Master II has been made by skilled engineers at Rolex and lodges incredible features. It features a 24 hour hand with another 12 hour adjustable hand to help the user check two distinct time zones concurrently. The watch is waterproof upto depth of 330 feet and has self winding capability. The bezel around the dial is rotatable and the bracelet of the watch has an Oysterclasp Easylink which ensures that the watch is tied firmly around the wrist. The Rolex GMT Master II is a watch which defines imagination, a virtue which has always described Nigel Lythgoe.

Rolex has been around in our memory forever now only because the Rolex house of watches has constantly reinvented itself and the way it has made a strong customer support base. Started exactly a century and a year earlier Rolex has gradually built itself into a premium status symbol for people all over the world. If you have the money and who have the taste then a Rolex is the watch for you. The very fact that the Rolex brand has so many firsts to its name whether it is the unique Oyster casing that protects the delicate watch’s interiors from the elements or the self wound movement that replaced the tried and tested quartz to make the process of owning a Rolex watch a more user friendly experience, Rolex has always been a step ahead of other watch brands and rightly so.

Agutter made her presence felt for the first time on BBC in the screen version of The Railway Children. Agutter’s first Emmy came her way for a brilliant performance in the Hallmark Hall of Fame production of The Snow Goose. Jenny was cast to play a teenage school girl in Walkabout where she had to enact many bold scenes. The actress’s brilliant screen presence got her more roles in later films Logan’s Run, Equus and An American Werewolf in London.

Jenny moved to Hollywood when she was 21 years of age and did many memorable roles in various films. Jenny was also an avid performer on television. She played the lead in a number of televised screenings of Shakespeare’s plays and received critical acclaim for her acting.

Agutter being a carrier of the disease herself is also a supporter of the Cystic Fibrosis Trust. She also guest starred in Series 6 of the television series Red Dwarf and was cast to play a role in TECX. Agutter also acted in The All New Alexei Sayle Show and the series And The Beat Goes On. The veteran actress was cast in the BBC television series Spooks and also starred in the first episode of the series Diamond Geezer. Agutter played Barbara Riley in The Invisibles in 2008 and is set to appear in Monday Monday as Jenny Mountfield.

The Oyster Perpetual Day Date has regaled Rolex watch users over years because the watch is a classic example of how lethal a combination beauty and practicality can be for man’s senses. The Oyster Perpetual Day Date is mechanized with a calendar feature that like the watch name suggests displays both the date and the day of the month in a choice of 26 languages. The certified chronometer is made in diamonds and yellow gold and the bezel is set with brilliants. The 39 mm dial is in silver and set with diamonds. The stunner of all Rolex watches is incorporated with an Oyster Special edition bracelet and the self wound watch is also waterproof to 100 meters and crystallized in sapphire. Whether in style or in beauty both Jenny Agutter and the Rolex Oyster Perpetual Day Date have proved to be veterans of their respective fields.

Collaborating to bring to the world some of the most prestigious sailing regatta tournaments in the world, Rolex has aided the advancement of sailing as a world class sport. A large portion of the revenue that is generated by the sale of Rolex watches is given to fuel the growth of many sporting events around the world including the sport of sailing.

Sailing as a sport has seen a tremendous contribution by Rolex in its development that was vital for it becoming a world renowned sport. The Rolex sailing regattas that are held all over the world have become approving grounds for exceptional sailors who come from every corner of the world. Sponsoring to hold more than 20 prestigious sailing events around the globe, Rolex has led to the complete transformation of the sport of sailing. From the coast of the Caribbean to the sea of China the Rolex sailing challenges have been known to draw tremendous viewership and participation.

The Rolex Fastnet Race is one of the most challenging regatta events on the planet and test the limit of endurance and the capacity of determination. Setting sail from the shores of Cowes on the Isle of Wight in England, the sailors go round the Fastnet Rock located on the southwest coast of Ireland and finish off at Plymouth located in the Southern part of England after passing through the south side of the Isles of Scilly and cover a total distance of 608 nautical miles. The Royal Ocean Racing Club, Royal Yacht Squadron and the Royal Western Yacht Club in Plymouth collaborate with Rolex to hold this premier sailing event.

Sailors need to be fine tuned and work on added techniques before they set sail into the Rolex Fastnet challenge that demands a very high level of skill and determination. Many sailors who are going to compete in the Rolex Fastnet Challenge compete in other sailing events before the gruelling challenge in order to polish their skills and techniques. The Royal Ocean Racing Club holds an offshore regatta prior to the challenge that is held in August. The Royal Ocean Racing Club offshore regatta is the last opportunity for sailors to prepare themselves, fine tune their equipment along with their yachts prior to the incredible Rolex Fastnet Challenge. The Royal Ocean Racing Club Channel Race is not just a mere dress rehearsal as it offers an overall prize along with several other trophies that includes the Inter Service Trophy for the best Armed Services Yacht. The performance of the sailors also earns them points that are counted for the Royal Ocean Racing Season’s Points Championship.

The Royal Ocean Racing Club’s Season’s Points Championship comprises a range of regattas that test the capacity of a sailor in every manner possible. The standings for the Royal Ocean Racing Club’s Season’s Points Championship are calculated on the basis of the points that are earned in all the racing events that also include the most prestigious and oldest offshore regatta tournament, the Rolex Fastnet Race. Drawing a varied number of international sailors, the Royal Ocean Racing Club Channel Race is a prestigious tournament that holds its own against all the other racing challenges.

Tracing the path of glory that like all other legendary tales riddled with hindrances and varying other obstacles, one gets to fully comprehend the magnitude of Rolex. Permeating every level of the societal framework by constantly working towards crafting the finest, supporting the ingeniously talented and indulging in a range of philanthropic activities, Rolex has always envisioned leading the world to an enlightened form of development.

The popularity of the illustrious Rolex brand is reflected in the fact that almost every single person around the world recognizes this brand. The impact on the society was tremendous and it would not be long before Rolex would become a part of other mediums like the cinema. Denoting the aspects of prestige, ambition, resilience and fortitude, Rolex stands for more than a mere creation. Already enshrined in the memories of millions around the world, the inclusion of the perfectly crafted Rolex Submariner in the legendary James Bond film ‘Goldfinger’ ensured that Rolex attained the status of immortality. From the pages of the master writer Ian Fleming, comes the story of the eccentrically brave new spy James Bond.

Hurtling around the world either on top of a train or hanging on the wings of an aircraft while simultaneously fighting of his nemesis, the legendary character of James Bond could sport only the best. The endearing qualities of a Rolex watch like dependability and the endurance ensured that it continued to be an important part of Ian Fleming’s life. Mentioned in almost every single whirlwind adventure penned down by Ian Fleming, the timeless charm of the Rolex watch continues to fascinate people till this day. The legendary author of the James Bond series, Ian Fleming was immensely influenced by the superb functionality and the capacity of pioneering new standards of the Rolex watch. The Rolex brand encompasses history, heritage, new age techniques as well as the capacity for becoming an indelible part of culture.

Celebrating its 65^th anniversary this year, the movie Goldfinger was third in the series of James Bond flicks. Setting the standards for a fast paced, action movie with hard cuts, Goldfinger has been one of the most inspirational movies till date. Speckled with a cache of unforgettable one liners, mystifying women, unbelievable gadgets, thrilling chase sequences, rhythmically lilting music, imaginative plots and gripping action, the movies Goldfinger was destined to become an integral part of the movie business. A very significant part of this action-adventure that traces the journey of James Bond on his exhilarating missions across contrasting terrains was the incredibly crafted Rolex watch.

Millions of people around the world instantly recognize the legendary Rolex watch due its significant presence in the James Bond movies. As enthused fans all over the world get together to celebrate the 65^th anniversary of Goldfinger they will also revel in the undying charm and quality of the Rolex Submariner.

Determined to become an integral part of human society and influencing though and action to attaining perfection, Rolex channels all its efforts towards bringing forth a new era and the dawning of implausible ambition.

As the sun dawns over the tranquil waves, hundreds of sailors onboard their sailing vessels set shore to mark the 37^th anniversary of the celebrated International Rolex Regatta. Rolex the foremost name in creating the finest watches has been involved with the spot of sailing fro many decades now and has constantly been trying to elevate the sport as well as augment the opportunities available for the skilled sailors. The International Rolex Regatta is regarded as the most competitive and challenging regattas of the Caribbean and is known for its flawless execution of the race. As one of the most professionally managed regattas of all time, the international Rolex Regatta sponsored by Rolex draws increasing numbers of skilled sailors each year. Presented in collaboration with the St. Thomas Yacht Club, the International Rolex Regatta attracts numerous world title holders and many spectators. Every year the increasing level of competition and participation takes this event to a whole new level.
The final challenge of the event was preceded by a reggae music festival and a food fest at the Yacht Haven Grande and was attended by hordes of people, including the sailors. The spectacular setting of the incredible racing event is regarded as the most coveted racing event in the entire Caribbean region. Slicing through the bluish waters of paradise the sailors make their way around the cuts and cays of the tiny islands and head towards the finish line to lay claim to the top honors of the International Rolex Regatta. The competitive racing event holds regattas in six different classes that include Spinnaker Racing, Spinnaker Racing/Cruising, Non-Spinnaker Racing and one each for One-Design IC 24s and Beach Cats classes. Attracting over 60 teams from all over Europe and the United States, a number of skilled sailors compete in the varied classes and bring with them increased skill levels each year.

In the spinnaker category, Dave West onboard his Melges 32 Jurakan, representing the Royal British Virgin Islands Yacht Club sailed ahead to victory. Sailing on his 32 feet long yacht with a 55 feet high mast, Dave West finally clinched the title in his third attempt at the International Rolex Regatta. Performing remarkably well Dave West and his crew edged past the other competitors to gain the lead and ended up with a total of three first place finishes. A combination of a determined vision and unsurpassed passion to win led the Dave West team to victory. However the unparalleled level of skill of the team mates onboard the 32 feet long yacht was integral to winning the event. Rigorous practicing sessions along with newer techniques and a high level of adaptability played a vital role in the performance of the Royal British Virgin Islands Yacht Club team. The winners of each category were presented with memorial Rolex Submariners that featured a special green bezel along with a unique black dial, to mark the 50th anniversary of this timepiece that had made its debut way back in 1953.

The power of the wind in the sails that propels the boat across the vastness of the oceans has eternally captured the imagination of the human race. Over the years the passion has developed into a regatta that witnesses men and women competing to win the title of the best sailor. The world leader in creating the most intricately crafted watches, Rolex has been able to understand the significance of human ambition. In honour of the capacity of the spirit and the grit of the human mind to go beyond the realms of the ordinary, Rolex supports a number of sailing events across the this vast planet. In America Rolex has collaborated with the US Sailing Association for more than two decades now and has assisted them in creating a number of internationally recognized regattas.

Rolex partners the New York Yacht Club in numerous endeavours that are related to the sport of sailing. The New York Yacht Club has throughout its history been involved in creating and organizing events that not only aim to display talent and provide ample opportunity but also organize activities that are aimed at developing the less fortunate. Rolex began a partnership with the New York Yacht Club in 1994 and from then onwards has provided its unwavering support in holding the prestigious New York Yacht Club Invitational Cup. Rolex Testimonee Gary Jobson who is the winner of an Emmy Ward will be producing the day’s regatta which will air online as well as on ESPN2 as a part of a 30 minute television program called the ‘New York Yacht Club Invitational Cup presented by Rolex’. To be held from the 15 to the 19 of September at Newport, this unique event brings together the most illustrious racing teams from premier yacht clubs across the world.

Rolex partners the New York Yacht Club Invitational Cup three teams representing the most prestigious yachting clubs of United Kingdom will be participating. In a regatta that brings together 19 teams representing 14 counties that includes the teams from the Royal Ocean Racing Club, the Royal Thames Yacht Club, and the Royal Yacht Squadron. The teams will face each other off on board a NYYC Swan 42, which is a uniquely designed one-design racer/cruiser that was created specifically for this regatta by the New York Yacht Club in collaboration with Nautor’s Swan. This Corinthian regatta is indicative of the initial days of the premier sailing event America Cup.The Royal Ocean Racing Club team will be led by David Aisher, the past commodore of this club, while the Royal Thames Yacht Club team will be skippered by John Greenland and the Royal Yacht Squadron will be led by Oscar Strugstad.

These three teams from United Kingdom will be facing stiff competition at this premier regatta and will have to put in all necessary skill in order to finish in the top two. The New York Yacht Club Invitational Cup presented by Rolex is regarded to be a premier racing event that brings together the best from around the world. As the time for this eminent challenge draws to a close the world anxiously awaits the mighty sailor and his crew that have proved their capability and skill. Honouring the winners of this event, Rolex will present the skipper of the winning boat with a specially etched Rolex watch.

On the shores of water lies comfort and safety but beyond that lies glory, ambition and pride; intangible aspects that sailors will hope to attain as they set sail and go forth to the finish line.