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Court Time: Iconic Watches Worn by Tennis Stars
By Argos Watches
What's the first word that comes to your mind when you talk about tennis? A powerful serve? A beautiful backhand? Those intense rallies, right? But there is another aspect which has almost become a part of the game like rackets and balls-these wristwatches worn by the sporting world's top stars are more than mere accessories; they symbolize precision, endurance, and style.

All tennis lovers must have heard a thousand times or more that tennis and luxury watches are natural companions. Let's dive into the world of tennis and luxury watches, looking at iconic partnerships through both arenas.

The Rolex and Wimbledon Romance

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There is a beautiful love story between Rolex and tennis beginning in 1978, when the Swiss watchmaker officially signed with Wimbledon as its Official Timekeeper. It is one of the oldest associations in history. Just a match made heaven, indeed, as the prestige that Wimbledon carries eloquently reflects the reputation for excellence that Rolex has built over the years.

Roger Federer: The Rolex Ambassador

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No description of tennis and watches is complete without Roger Federer. This Swiss master has been a Rolex ambassador since 2006, and while he spends countless hours on the courts around the globe, he is often seen wearing a Rolex Datejust II. That classic watch with a 41mm case and a fluted bezel is as timeless in style as this player's is while playing. Elegant yet robust, like the game played.

I love watches and actually have always admired Rolex, Federer has said. His collection apparently contains some of the rarest Rolex models than his 20 Grand Slam titles.

Serena Williams: Queen of the Court, Royal Oak on Her Wrist

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Serena Williams owns 23 Grand Slam singles titles. Not too coincidentally, Serena was frequently seen wearing the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore. This watch is as powerful and bold as Serena's playing style. The Royal Oak Offshore was launched in 1993 and was thought of as that rugged watch, perfect for the intensity of a Grand Slam final.

They go far beyond the wearing of Audemars Piguet clocks. She participated in creating limited edition models, thereby making her style applicable to haute horlogerie.

Richard Mille: The Newcomer That Shook the Tennis World

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Richard Mille, which is a relatively new player in the watch business-the company is barely 12 years old, since it was founded in 2001-has captured the affections of tennis stars quite swiftly. Their approach? Building super-light, high-tech watches that could withstand pro-sports performances.

Rafael Nadal: The King of Clay's High-Tech Timekeeper

Rafael Nadal, the "King of Clay," wears the Richard Mille RM 27-04 during his matches. The watch is a real technological wonder. It weighs only 30 grams (with the strap). It can stand accelerations over 12,000 g's. That means that the force in Rafael Nadal's forehand is almost 5,000 g's.

Nadal joined Richard Mille in 2010. The two have produced a number of history-making designs since then.

Seiko: Precision for the World's Best

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Japanese watchmaking giant Seiko has found a niche in tennis, albeit recently, when it decided to sign Novak Djokovic as its partner.

Novak Djokovic: Timing Perfection with Seiko

The Seiko Astron GPS Solar is a precise player and a very flexible athlete that Djokovic boasts of. It is basically a technological powerhouse that adjusts time zones automatically, perfect for a globe-trotting champion like Novak.

Seiko and Djokovic partnership began in 2014 when the brand was focusing even more on innovation and precision. The Astron GPS Solar, with its playing style, reflects what is about Djokovic: adaptable, accurate, and always on point.

TAG Heuer: Swiss Precision Meets Tennis Elegance

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TAG Heuer comes from a long history of sports timekeeping, but also has its spot on the tennis field.

Maria Sharapova: Style On and Off the Court

Another brand Maria Sharapova was endorsing before she retired was TAG Heuer. The watch she was wearing? The TAG Heuer Formula 1. This design exudes sportiness blended with a touch of elegance, which appears to be inspired from her image. Inspired by the adrenaline rush of motorsports, the lines of the Formula 1 bring much of that tension to the tennis field.

Rado: The Dark Horse with a Mighty Serve

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Rado, while far less famous than some other Swiss brands, certainly did its thing in the history of tennis timekeeping.

Andy Murray: The Rado HyperChrome Champion

Rado became the watch partner for Britain's tennis hero, Andy Murray. He quite often wears the sleek and understated Rado HyperChrome to match the no-nonsense approach to this game. The HyperChrome has a ceramic case, which makes it quite light and scratch-resistant qualities belonging to a watch that Andy might be wearing during some matches.

Your Chance to Ace the Watch Game

Serve Up Some Style with Argos Watches

Enter Argos Watches. The Apollo 3 gives you the look and feel of a high-end watch for just 1/10th the cost of the watches listed above. It's a great way to add a little tennis star swag to your wrist without that pesky Grand Slam price tag.

Sleek design, reliable performance, and affordability expressed with a luxury lifestyle-vibe. Whether you get out on the court and play, or just like to channel a bit of that tennis legend style into your day-to-day life, the Apollo 3 will not let you down.

Are you ready to serve up some serious watch game? Head over to Argos Watches today to explore the Apollo 3. Game, set, match on - to your style!

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