Every year during the summer, motoring enthusiasts get together for the grandest tribute to machines from yesteryear and to celebrate the innovations of tomorrow. Since 1997, Rolex has supported these classic automotive events, recognising the need to preserve motoring tradition. Held against the breathtaking backdrop of the Monterey Peninsula in California, the Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion celebrates its 50th anniversary this year.

An event which champions the spirit of historic racing, it features pioneering figures and hundreds of the finest vintage vehicles in action. Rolex Testimonee Sir Jackie Stewart at the 2015 Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion. — Rolex/Stephan Cooper Originally established in 1974 as the Monterey Historic Automobile Races, the 50th anniversary recognises the achievements of the sport’s heroes, their machines and shared memories.

Rolex, a long-standing supporter of these classic car celebrations, first partnered the Reunion in 2001 and in 2010 became Title Sponsor. Gathering of legends From Aug 14 to 17, 2024, the picturesque Monterey Peninsula in California played host to an illustrious gathering that honoured and showcased past and future automobiles. The venue for the event, the WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca, has welcomed some of the world’s greatest racing drivers, including all five of Rolex’s motor sport Testimonees.

Rolex Testimonee and 2022 Grand Marshall Tom Kristensen waves the green flag. — Rolex/Stephan Cooper Sir Jackie.