Audemars Piguet's Royal Oak City of Sails Chronograph


Constituting the world's oldest sporting trophy, the America's Cup is the third major sporting event after the Olympic Games and soccer's World Cup. A symbol of excellence enshrining the daring and technological innovation dear to Audemars Piguet, this competition has consistently pushed back the frontiers of extreme challenges with the single-minded goal of conquering... time. After many years of loyalty to nautical competition, the Manufacture has chosen to associate with this fascinating regatta through an alliance with the Swiss Challenge under the leadership of Ernesto Bertarelli. Christened Alinghi, the boat will sail under the colours of the Geneva Nautical Society and fly the Swiss flag. This represents an opportunity for Audemars Piguet to confirm its attachment to the values of this prestigious event, while celebrating, thanks to a limited edition of the Royal Oak City of Sails Chronograph, the thirtieth anniversary of the Royal Oak.

Source: Audemars Piguet press release
February 2002