Wrist Check: Roger Federer Shows off Ultra-Rare $1.5 Million USD Rolex Daytona "Blue Sapphire" at Laver Cup
The watch was quietly launched during this year’s Watches and Wonders.
Summary
- Roger Federer wore an ultra-rare Rolex Daytona to the Laver Cup
- The timepiece is worth an estimated $1.5 million USDand is nicknamed the “Blue Sapphire” for its 36 baguette-cut sapphires
- The watch features an 18K white gold case and a natural silver obsidian dial
Retired tennis legend Roger Federer made a stunning appearance at the Laver Cup, not only as a special guest but as the wearer of a timepiece that is as legendary as his career. The watch, a Rolex Daytona ref. 126599TSA, is an ultra-rare creation estimated to be worth $1.5 million USD, a statement of style and craftsmanship that few can rival.
The watch itself is a masterpiece of haute joaillerie. Its 40mm case and classic Oyster bracelet are meticulously crafted from 18K white gold. The dial is a one-of-a-kind creation, made from natural silver obsidian that gives the watch a sleek, dark aesthetic. But the true star of the show is the extensive use of gemstones, which give the watch its coveted nickname: the “Blue Sapphire.”
The timepiece, which was first quietly revealed during this year’s Watches and Wonders is adorned with 54 brilliant-cut diamonds, which are set along the midcase and lugs. The bezel, a signature feature of the Daytona, is entirely coated in 36 baguette-cut blue sapphires. Further driving home the “Blue Sapphire” nickname, 11 of the 12 hour indices are also luminous blue sapphires. The watch is a perfect fusion of Rolex’s legendary watchmaking and high jewelry, a piece that is as much a work of art as it is a time-telling device, and a fitting choice for a style icon like Federer.
Roger Federer letting Carlos Alcaraz – a fellow Rolex ambassador – admire his $1,500,000 white-gold Daytona.
Iconic 💎 pic.twitter.com/m7ToVEnchf
— Bastien Fachan (@BastienFachan) September 21, 2025
