Inside Wimbledon 2025’s horological highlights: Jannik Sinner celebrates with a Rolex Daytona while DiCaprio debuts the new Land-Dweller. Discover the standout watches that stole the show at SW19’s most prestigious matches.
Sure, Centre Court is where all the tennis drama unfolds, but this year's Wimbledon? The real action was happening on people's wrists. Whether it was Jannik Sinner celebrating his breakthrough victory or Hollywood's finest making their usual summer trek to SW19, the 2025 Championships turned into a horological showcase that had nothing to do with backhands or break points.
Rolex has been timing Wimbledon since 1978, which means they're practically part of the furniture at this point. For anyone serious about watches, Wimbledon has quietly become the year's best opportunity to spot incredible timepieces in the wild, and this year's guest list certainly didn't disappoint, turning the Royal Box and celebrity sections into unlikely watch fairs where million-dollar pieces caught the afternoon light as their wearers applauded winners and consoled the defeated.
Here are the standout timepieces that proved as captivating as any match.
Right after making history with his first Wimbledon win, Jannik Sinner did what champions do: he reached for his special watch. The Rolex Cosmograph Daytona in 18K Everose gold with that "Sundust" dial caught everyone's attention. That champagne-pink color does something magical in different light, going from warm rose to silvery depending on where you're sitting. Combined with the black Cerachrom bezel and Oysterflex strap, the result is visual impact without unnecessary flash.
Watching Sinner honor tennis tradition made this moment especially meaningful. Like Federer before him, he has that signature move of reaching into his tennis bag post-match to strap on his celebratory timepiece. The Everose gold and Sundust combination seems perfectly chosen to capture his blend of youthful energy and mature composure that's made him tennis's most exciting new champion.
David Beckham's appearance at Wimbledon came with a horological surprise that had watch enthusiasts scrambling for closer looks. The football legend wore a completely one-off Tudor Black Bay Chrono that the brand created specifically for his 50th birthday. Rather than settling for a standard production model with personalized engraving, Tudor crafted something truly exceptional with diamond-set case, bezel, and bracelet, plus a minimalist "sterile" dial stripped of almost all text except the Tudor name and shield logo.
What made this whole thing even better was the backstory. Beckham had just had surgery on an old wrist injury, so he was wearing the watch on his left hand instead of his usual right. Didn't matter though. Seeing Tudor's star ambassador show off this kind of custom work at Wimbledon? That's how you make a statement about what your brand can really do.
Russell Crowe's choice for Wimbledon 2025 proved that sometimes the most effective way to stand out is by wearing something genuinely spectacular. The Oscar-winning actor sported the brand-new Rolex Cosmograph Daytona "Tiffany" in 18K yellow gold, one of the year's most talked-about releases from Watches & Wonders. That turquoise dial really pops against the yellow gold case and black rubber strap. It's got this interesting vibe that feels both retro and totally modern at the same time.
Catherine showed up at Wimbledon wearing that Cartier Ballon Bleu she's always got on. As the patron of the tennis club, people pay attention to what's on her wrist, and sticking with the familiar Ballon Bleu made sense. Between its blue sapphire cabochon crown, Roman numerals, and its altogether elegant shape, it's a visibly special watch– but doesn't scream about it.
The watch choice meant more than usual this year. Catherine coming back to public events after her health scare made every Wimbledon appearance feel significant. Wearing her go-to watch provided some normalcy in what's been a pretty challenging time. Sometimes picking the same watch you always wear says more than trying something flashy and new.
Leonardo DiCaprio's Wimbledon appearance marked the public debut of one of Rolex's most significant releases in years. The actor wore the brand-new Land-Dweller reference 127334, featuring the revolutionary Dynapulse escapement that represents the biggest technical advancement Rolex has made in decades. While the watch might appear relatively understated to casual observers, its true significance lies beneath that white honeycomb dial, where the new caliber 7135 movement represents years of research and development.
The integrated flat jubilee bracelet transforms this Land-Dweller's character completely from its predecessors. It looks sleeker and more contemporary, qualities that seem particularly fitting for someone of DiCaprio's stature in both Hollywood and environmental activism. The watch manages to embody seemingly contradictory qualities, being both innovative and timeless, progressive and classic. The whole thing works as a perfect metaphor for DiCaprio, really.
Seeing Roger Federer back at Wimbledon as just another spectator continues to hit differently, especially since he was wearing the same new Land-Dweller that DiCaprio had shown off earlier. For someone who won Wimbledon eight times and has worked with Rolex for what feels like forever, this felt loaded with meaning. Choosing to debut the new Land-Dweller here seemed like he was handing things over to the next generation of players and the next generation of Rolex watches.
What's impressive is how relevant Federer still is in watch circles. Though he may have retired from tennis, people still get excited when he wears something new. He mentioned falling head over heels for this new Land-Dweller during some recent campaign work. That kind of genuine enthusiasm explains why he remains such an effective ambassador and why his watch choices continue to influence collectors worldwide.
Tom Holland's appearance at Wimbledon with a platinum Daytona featuring the coveted ice-blue dial confirmed that the Spider-Man star possesses serious watch credentials. The 116506-0001 represents Rolex's most exclusive interpretation of the Daytona, marrying the brand's most precious metal with one of their most distinctive dial colors. The ice-blue dial looks incredible against those chocolate subdials and the ceramic bezel, and creates a depth that looks great in photos, which definitely helped when Holland was gesturing and reacting to all the tennis drama.
Holland wearing this reflects something happening with younger celebrities and serious watch collecting. Rather than choosing flashier pieces that might seem more age-appropriate, he selected something with genuine horological importance. The platinum Daytona with ice-blue dial isn't merely expensive; it occupies a significant position within Rolex's hierarchy, suggesting an appreciation for watchmaking that extends well beyond surface-level status signaling.
With all the Rolex pieces stealing attention at Wimbledon 2025, Rami Malek went in a completely different direction. He wore a simple Cartier Tank Must with a black dial, proving that sometimes being understated is actually the most sophisticated move. While everyone else was flashing precious metals and complex mechanisms, the Tank's clean design and classic proportions reminded you that good design matters more than pure extravagance.
Malek clearly thought about what made sense for the setting. Wimbledon definitely tolerates showing off, but there's something appealing about picking a watch because it's beautifully designed rather than because it costs a fortune. The Tank Must shows that great design works regardless of price, and Malek's choice highlighted that perfectly while sitting courtside at tennis's most prestigious event.
What made Wimbledon 2025 so great for watch people was seeing these incredible pieces where they belonged. Tennis naturally attracts collectors. The sort of players who appreciate precision, and spectators who know that the right watch should complement an outfit, not dominate it. The remarkable variety of choices on display proved that great taste manifests in many different forms.
The tournament also reinforced Rolex's commanding presence in both sports timing and luxury lifestyle marketing. From Sinner's victory celebration to Federer's gracious spectatorship, the brand's influence felt both natural and well-earned. Yet the inclusion of distinguished pieces from Tudor, Cartier, and other watchmakers demonstrated that Wimbledon's appeal extends throughout the luxury watch industry.
Perhaps most importantly, Wimbledon 2025 reminded us that watches remain one of the few accessories capable of enhancing rather than competing with formal attire. In an age of increasing casual dress, seeing these exceptional timepieces paired with proper tennis whites and summer suits provided genuine inspiration for anyone seeking to elevate their own style sensibilities.
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