British hero, and Corum ambassador Ben Ainslie, the newly crowned Olympic champion for the fourth time in his career, was named World Sailor of the Year on Tuesday November 6th by the delegates of the International Sailing Federation (ISAF). A ceremony was held on November 6th in Dublin, Ireland on November 6th. The ISAF Rolex World Sailor of the Year Award is the highest accolade in the world of international competitive sailing.
He was also present at the Corum booth at the SalonQP watch show in London this week.
Ben Ainslie, Olympic Champion
2012 Olympic champion and the holder of four Olympic gold medals and an Olympic silver, Ben Ainslie is the most successful sailor in Games history. He was named the Sailor of the Year award for the fourth time, after previous wins in 1998, 2002 and 2008. “It is a huge honour, especially for everyone who has helped me,” Ainslie said of the award. “There is a whole team behind me made up of families, friends, coaches and partners, and who enabled me to reach this gold. I’m also proud of being part of an incredible line-up of sailors who were nominated for this prize.”
“I’m delighted for Ben Ainslie, who richly deserves this title of Sailor of the Year. We at Corum are really proud to have two exceptional sailing ambassadors who represent the brand with flying colours and contribute to its international influence. The nomination of Ben Ainslie and Loïck Peyron for the Sailing Awards, and now Ben’s victory, highlight the performances of these exceptional sailors.” Corum CEO and shareholder Antonio Calce.
Admiral’s Cup Legend 42 Tourbillon Micro-Rotor
Ben Ainslie took part at the SalonQP watch show in London during the week. He spent time at the Corum booth and was presented by Corum’s Director of Public Relations, Marie-Alexandrine Leibowitch, with the watch that caught his eye: the Admiral’s Cup Legend 42 Tourbillon Micro-Rotor.
The watch is an elegant new model from Corum and forms part of a heritage which has sailed its way through 50 years of history. Inside is the automatic CO503 movement which produces 60 hours of power reserve from a 17mm micro rotor which bears the Corum Key and which features some fine Côtes de Genève engraving, viewable through an exhibition caseback.
