Do you know? GP Girard-Perregaux is not only a luxury brand, they also flexed their muscles at the WinteRace event in Italy, making their first appearance as a sponsor! This event is not only a challenge to speed, but also a tribute to mechanical aesthetics. What’s unique about the special WinteRace model of the Laureato series hollow watch launched by Girard-Perregaux? Let’s take a look at how this watch shines in the event!
Girard-Perregaux sponsors WinteRace event
The annual WinteRace event is held in Cortina d’Ampezzo in the Dolomites, Italy. This year coincides with the 12th edition of the event, and GP Girard-Perregaux made its debut as a sponsor at this event. Since 2017, GP Girard-Perregaux has sponsored this annual event, using the power of the brand to boost the influence of this classic event.
As a sponsor, Girard-Perregaux not only provides financial support, but also uses its watchmaking art to contribute to the event. In the past, we have seen many sponsors simply provide money, provide some advertising space, and do some simple publicity during the event. However, GP Girard-Perregaux is obviously not like this. They use their own watchmaking art to attract attention. This is sponsorship in the true sense.
Laureato series skeleton watch
In order to better integrate into the atmosphere of the event, Girard-Perregaux also specially launched the Laureato series hollow watch WinteRace special edition for this WinteRace event. This is a prize for the champion and a tribute to the spirit of the event.
This watch is equipped with the GP01800 skeleton movement independently developed by GP Girard-Perregaux. The most obvious feature is that the hour and minute hands adopt a gorgeous golden skeleton design, which is particularly eye-catching against the black dial. This hollow design is not only beautiful, but also effectively reduces the burden on the watch movement and provides it with a better operating environment.
The front of the watch has a rich sense of layering. The movement parts stand in the center of the dial like a city building, and the movement of the movement is like a busy worker, building his own strength for the development of the city. The back of the watch is also highly ornamental, especially the cutting process of the 55 inner corners, which is simply breathtaking. The entire movement is like a bright gem, shining with dazzling light.
The Laureato Laureato series hollow watch WinteRace special edition is not only a tribute to the spirit of the game, but also the embodiment of mechanical aesthetics. On this watch, we see the perfect fusion between traditional watchmaking craftsmanship and modern technological innovation, which is also the goal that GP Girard-Perregaux has always pursued.
Classic and modern cars
As one of the world’s top automotive events, WinteRace attracts many fans and participants every year, including many big names in the automotive industry. In the two-day event, contestants need to drive their own cars to complete a 460-kilometer mountain road challenge. Unlike other car events, WinteRace values the tacit cooperation between contestants and co-pilots.
The co-pilot must act as a navigator. In addition to being familiar with the route, he also needs to master some basic data of the car, such as speed, fuel consumption, time, etc., because these data need to be constantly adjusted during the game to allow the driver to better control the rhythm. In addition to focusing on driving on complex and changeable mountain roads, drivers also need to be sensitive to time at all times, because the final ranking of the competition is determined by the length of time.
The embodiment of mechanical aesthetics
WinteRace is an event that tests the overall quality of the contestants, and the Laureato series skeleton watch is also a watch that tests the wearer’s taste. Although the watch is not directly linked to car racing, it perfectly interprets the term mechanical aesthetics.
On this watch, we can clearly see the operation of the movement. This transparent design makes the wearer seem to see the passage of time instead of just sensing it through the hands. The design of the watch is inspired by the original Laureato series released in 1975. This is a classic among classics, and the WinteRace special model we see today has made some improvements on this classic.
The most obvious change is the upgrade of materials. The previous steel has been replaced by black ceramics. This material is not only lightweight, but also has much stronger wear resistance, making it very suitable for racing drivers. The integrated bracelet provides the wearer with great comfort and will not cause discomfort or falling off.
Conclusion
In short, the performance of GP Girard-Perregaux at the WinteRace event is absolutely eye-catching! Not only does it showcase their watchmaking art, but it also allows us to see the perfect combination of the brand and the spirit of the event. This kind of sponsorship is really admirable. If you also have your own opinions about this Laureato series skeleton watch, or have any thoughts about the event, please share your opinions in the comment area, and don’t forget to like it!