The Caribbean Waters of Casa de Campo Marina in La Romana is all set to make way for the 2010 Rolex Farr 40 World Championship, a four day event which will commence on April 21. The prestigious sailing event will witness the participation of the best athletes from across the world and will take place for the first time on the waters of Dominican Republic.

With some of the supremely talented sailing athletes belonging to Italy, Australia, Denmark, United States, Greece and France among other nations in the troupe going with the presence of a huge number of fans and supporters, the 2010 Rolex Farr 40 World Championship is one grand regatta event to look forward to. The highly awaited event will also register the presence of some of the hot-shot business class elites and a vast line-up of national and international media covering the event. The official sponsor of the event is Rolex with the Casa de Campo Yacht Club and the Casa de Campo Marina Club jointly playing host to the event.

The highly spectacular sailing view and the scenic beauty of the Casa de Campo Marina in La Romana made it a perfect place for a regatta and compelled the organisers of the Rolex Farr 40 World Championship to choose it for the 2010 event. The rich and ultra lush view of the landscapes of this place will act like a bonus for the spectators and fans, allowing them to appreciate beauty of the Caribbean apart from getting a huge adrenaline rush from the adventurous regatta.

Over the years, the Rolex Farr 40 World Championship has earned a fine name and has registered its place among the most adventurous and highly prestigious annual sailing events across the globe. The name of the grand regatta completely justifies its very essence. The competition registers a huge participation from about 500 athletes sailing in yachts with an enormous size of 40-foot. Originally, Farr 40 was a sailing boat about 40-foot in size which was designed by Farr Yacht Design. Managed and controlled by the Stagg Yachts, the event is driven by one main unique rule according to which the owner of the boat should be an amateur and should helm the sailboat as per the advice and support of four talented and qualified sailors who will be there just to motivate the owner and keep up the spirit of the team.

The Rolex Farr 40 World Championship is considered one of the most competitive and challenging regattas globally. The sailing event follows a certain pattern while choosing the venue which revolves around the regional fleets of Europe, Australia, United States and Caribbean. The yacht club is located well in the middle of the Casa de Campo Marina and has a sailing school to its name which is equipped with four J24 boats and is supported by highly qualified teachers from Italy’s Yacht Club- Costa Smeralda which has its base in Porto Cervo Sardinia.

The event is backed by the Rolex which with its constant support aims at bringing out the best in sailors. Rolex has been lending its unparallel support to many sailing events including Farr 40 Pre-Worlds, the Capri Sailing Week and the Farr 40 World Championship.

The incredible allure of the Rolex Fastnet races has been known to attract numerous sailors from around the world to try their hands at this eminent racing competition. From the shores of France to the docks of England and even from the icy blue waters of Canada, teams return year after year to claim the title of the best team in this popular offshore regatta. Navigating through the fierce currents off the shore of Cowes in England they head along the English Channel before rounding off at the Fastnet Rock and finally finish the race at Plymouth in England. Charting a total distance of 608 nautical miles the sailors representing the best teams from around the globe, face off against tremendous challenges including the ferocity of the waves and the gale force winds.
Sailors representing varied countries from around the globe come together to wager their chances at wining the challenging Rolex Fastnet Regatta. Held every two years, the scope of competition at the Rolex Fastnet Races is tremendous as it offers a fleet of competent and skilled sailors. The GPS tracking devices that are fitted on to each and every competing boat allow fans as well as ground teams to constantly monitor the progress of the boast while charting their way across the ocean in the Rolex race. Actual photos and text from the boats will be uploaded on the official website for the Fastnet Challenge and allow passionate followers from around the world to closely follow the race in an interactive way.

Retuning to the prestigious regatta this year is large number of boats from France and Great Britain. The total number of spectacular and diverse boats that are coming to compete in the Rolex Fastnet races equal to about 300. Veteran Dutch skipper, Piet Vroon onboard his new Ker 46, christened the Tonnerre de Breskens has appeared in a total of about 21 races. The most interesting aspect of the Rolex Fastnet Races is that every single year this offshore competition comes around it offers the competing sailors a whole new array of challenges to combat with. Staving off the blast of the tidal currents and the strong winds the determined sailors have to put in almost every skill and technique to work if they want to clinch the top spot at the toughest offshore regatta challenges in the world.

Star sailors along with their illustrious crew members like Mike Slade on his ICAP Leopard, Tony Harwood onboard his Nicholson 38 Volante, Karl Kwok onboard the Beau Geste comprise some of the formidable racers at this event. From Honk Kong, to Chile, Denmark and Italy the sailors set off from their countries heading towards the shores of Cowes to compete in probably the most grueling and endurance-testing offshore regatta challenges of this world.
The tremendously diverse fleet that dots the harbor at Cowes every year clearly indicates that the scope of the Fastnet Races goes way beyond the shores of England.  The Rolex races appear to be a festivity that brings together an assortment of individuals to celebrate the significance of the sport of sailing and the aspect of dedicated action.

When one thinks of Rolex the first aspect that comes to the mind is the capacity of the watch to be flawlessly functional yet extremely versatile. The Canadian born Actor Jim Carrey displays the same versatility inherent to the Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust II. Form and functionality come together in a symphony of sorts in both the meticulously crafted Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust II and the incredibly talented actor and stand-up comedian Jim Carrey. Every watch from the house of Rolex is crafted with the same dedicated and time-honoured passion that is a hallmark of this world renowned brand. The Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust II is a perfect watch for the brilliant actor Jim Carrey as they both possess the same aptitude for perfection and functional resourcefulness.

Born in 1962 in Ontario in Canada, Jim Carrey symbolizes the capacity of incredible adaptability and a drive that makes the most overwhelming of tasks seem small. With a career that spans over two decades in the entertainment business, Jim Carrey might have been working at the steel mills in Ontario. But destiny had other plans for this powerhouse who was ready to unleash his antics on unsuspecting audiences everywhere. He began his career in 1979 under the guidance of Leatrice Spevack as a stand-up comedian in a club in Toronto. In a short span of two years he rose to become a hot favourite even among the critics. In the early part of 1980’s Jim Carrey moved to Los Angeles to work at The Comedy Store. After this he worked in a string of comedy productions but his first real break came on the short lived NBC show called The Duck Factory. Though it was his on screen antics in the show ‘In Living Colour’ that caught the attention of Hollywood producers and gave him access to films. Right from his first movie Rubberface to the critically rebuked Ace Ventura: Pet Detective that got him the Raspberry award for the worst actor Jim Carrey has worked his way up through tremendous determination. The Ace Ventura franchise was a huge commercial success that in turn got Jim multi-million dollar paychecks and finally got him a foothold in the industry. He appeared in a number of comedy movies so much so that people regarded him as only a comedy actor but the world had yet to witness the versatility of Jim. Like a storm that appears out the calm horizon Jim hit the silver screen with his powerful performance in The Truman Show. With two Golden globe awards to his name for The Truman Show and The Man on the Moon Jim Carrey had revealed to the world his capacity to perform a range of characters. The movie Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind earned him raging reviews for his incredible performance. Added to the already growing number of achievements was the tremendous performance of Bruce Almighty at the box office. In the decades Jim Carrey has been around he has portrayed a gamut of characters with extreme ease and shown his inherent capacity to reinvent himself. This is a hallmark of a great actor who just doesn’t play a part but lives and breathes it. This unparalleled achievement is possible only due to fortitude, sheer labour and incredible perseverance.

The Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust II crafted by the master craftsmen at Rolex was designed to possess the aspects of performance, function, aesthetic design and versatile function. Constructed by fusing gold and steel in an incredibly alluring design the Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust II features a gold fluted bezel. Built using the original, classic and robust design that was introduced in 1945 the new version is slightly larger by 5 mm. it goes without saying that the Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust II was constructed using the finest materials and a lot of meticulous engineering. The intricately carved numerals on the dial are so distinct that they catch your attention immediately. The buckle consists of more than hundred different pieces that have been put together with the utmost care to ensure comfort and durability. Like all the other models from the world famous Rolex brand the Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust II is a combination of superb functionality encompassed in an aesthetic design. The most significant aspect of the watch is its remarkable design that enables it to be inherently versatile and perform under a range of conditions.

The Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust II mirrors the adaptability and the determined vision of the brilliant and exceptionally talented actor Jim Carrey.

It is the craving for adventure and ofcourse inherent courage, which makes a man capable of conquering the world. The aptitude for adventure and the fortitude to prevail is what binds Keanu Reeves and the Rolex DateJust Turn-o-graph. Unrelenting determination to achieve and to find its rightful and well-deserved place among the scores of watches out there, the Rolex DateJust Turn-o-graph epitomizes the core qualities that have driven Keanu Reeves to dizzying heights of success. Yet another masterpiece from Rolex- the Rolex DateJust Turn-o-graph symbolizes true quality and incredible craftsmanship. Patience, passion and the resolute will to perform are qualities that are at the core of the Rolex DateJust Turn-o-graph as well as in the heart of the incredibly resilient actor Keanu Reeves.

Time and again Keanu Reeves has proven to the world that daunting challenges are offered not only to men who seek to find their place among stars but also inspire and leave behind stories and legends of their courage. Born in the year 1964 Keanu Reeves, the amazingly talented actor has more than fifty movies to his credit. The long list of movies Keanu has starred in have been critically acclaimed as well as commercially successful. Fighting all odds to gain a foothold in the Hollywood industry Keanu has catapulted to join the list of Americas all time favorite actors. His Hawaiian name Keanu means a ‘cool breeze over the mountains’ and he himself personifies the same tranquility and a certain sense of harmony. He defeated dyslexia to finish his education and become the star hockey player of his school. Nicknamed ‘The Wall’ this courageous actor has had to battle many unforeseen hindrances to reach the top of the ladder. Playing the part of Neo in the Matrix movies, one of the most successful movie franchises of all time he captured the imagination of audiences around the world and has been recognized as a formidable actor in the Hollywood industry. All this fame and fortune has only come to him after years of trials and tribulations that have tested his strength, courage and character. But his indomitable will does not see any barriers and he has always moved beyond them to emerge triumphant.

The Rolex DateJust Turn-o-graph has been crafted by master craftsmen who drew on their incredible will to construct a watch that exudes passion and flawless performance. The Rolex DateJust Turn-o-graph features a bi-directional bezel and displays the date at the 3’oclock position. This self-winding waterproof watch, which withstands pressure up to 330 feet, was launched way back in 1953. A symbol of adventure, the Rolex DateJust Turn-o-graph features Mercedes style hands that replaced the pencil style hands after the earlier version was re-mastered to gain perfection and flawless performance. Its incredible design has been a source of inspiration to a number of watches around the world i.e. the inverted triangle on the top of the 12 o’ clock position. This steel and yellow gold watch uses the trademark 904L alloy of steel and features a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal. The bracelet is as fantastic as the watch itself and is composed of more than a hundred moving parts that can be adjusted to give you the most prefect fit. Precise craftsmanship coupled with a passion to build an incredible watch have culminated to form the Rolex DateJust Turn-o-graph.

Surmounting the toughest and most overwhelming challenges is essence of the Rolex DateJust Turn-o-graph and Keanu Reeves. When the spirit is stronger than the most daunting of problems it has the ability to prevail and emerge as something that is not only the finest there ever was but more so as legend comes up in stories told for all eternity.

To choose the right kind of watch for the most influential politician in Canada might seem like a superhuman task, but Rolex makes it uncomplicated. The Rolex Datejust would be the most subtle, classic and suitable watch for Stephen Harper. Harper is the first ever Canadian prime minister to be elected from the Conservative Party, which happened courtesy of the unification of the Canadian Alliance and the Progressive Conservative parties. The Rolex Datejust is also a unique piece because its inception was in 1945, the 40th anniversary of Rolex. Both Stephen Harper and the Rolex Datejust are first of sorts and believe in leading by example.

Harper and Datejust: The Names Echo Leadership

Stephen Harper has been a member of the Canadian Parliament since 2002, after his victory from Calgary Southwest, Alberta. He was also one of the members who founded the Reform Party but later dropped out in favor of the head of the National Citizens Coalition. Just like Harper, the Rolex Datejust also signifies leadership as it has been said to be one of the premium watches fabricated by Rolex. Versatility is a common factor binding Harper and the Datejust because of Harper’s flexibility to slip into many roles and the watch’s ability to accommodate many designs and bracelets. Both Harper and Datejust are dynamic leaders in their own way, setting new trends in leadership.

2002 was the year when Harper became the leader of the Canadian Alliance and made his return as the opposition leader in Parliament. In the federal elections in October 2008, the Conservative party led by Harper won a strong majority thus setting up the pedestal for Harper to come to power. The 1970s was the time when the Datejust was fine-tuned and was given a much smaller profile. Saphire crystal was introduced to the watch to make it look slick. Both Stephen Harper and the Rolex Datejust symbolize leadership leading to effective change.