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*Source: https://www.fiba.basketball/basketballworldcup/2023/player/Josh-Hart

In this 72nd installment, we will be taking a closer look at the watches worn by the "notable players" at the Basketball World Cup . What kind of watches are they wearing?

So let's kick off right away!

Josh Hart

*Source: https://www.gmanetwork.com/news/sports/basketball/880387/kerr-brunson-talk-about-winner-josh-hart-s-role-on-team-usa/story/

Josh Hart controls the rebounds and leads his team to victory.

The US national team had several players over 2 meters tall in this tournament, but Josh was the one who averaged 7.3 rebounds, the highest on the team. He is not only good at rebounding, but also at playmaking, and can even finish the game himself, so it goes without saying that he is trusted by both the coach and his teammates!

What watch does Josh Hart wear?

[Patek Philippe]
"Aquanaut"
"Ref.5167A-001"

*Source: https://www.instagram.com/p/CryYm8qOPxI/?img_index=3
*Source: https://www.patek.com/en/collection/aquanaut/5167A-001

The combination of a rounded octagonal SS (stainless steel) case and a tropical band gives the Aquanaut Ref. 5167A-001 a sporty yet luxurious look. The case diameter is 40.8mm, which is a little large for Japanese people, but the tropical band fits the wrist perfectly and is extremely comfortable to wear. The chic black design can be used both on and off the job, and the tropical band is sweat-resistant, making it the perfect watch for the hot season!

Luka Doncic Player

*Source: https://www.nba.com/news/luka-doncic-scores-48-in-olympics-debut-slovenia-beats-argentina

Luka Doncic is a prodigy with a high basketball IQ.

Doncic is a young ace from Slovenia who is able to play at a high level in all areas, including shooting, passing, and handling. He is the second youngest player in history to achieve a triple-double, and the first player in history to score 1,100 points in the NBA while still in his teens, making him worthy of the name "child prodigy."

The watch that Doncic wears is

[Rolex]
Submariner
"Ref.126618LN"

*Source: https://www.rolex.com/ja/watches/submariner/m126618ln-0002
*Source: https://www.instagram.com/p/CSZbqnUojO4/

The case size has been increased from 40mm to 41mm compared to the previous model "Ref.116618LN", giving it a more powerful impression. It inherited the same design but was finely brushed up and released in 2020. The ceramic bezel is engraved with a 60-minute scale with a special yellow gold coating, allowing you to accurately measure diving time. The new movement "Cal.3235" has a high level of magnetic resistance and shock resistance, while ensuring a power reserve of approximately 70 hours, and the calendar date can be adjusted at any time.

Rudy Fernandez (player)

*Source: https://www.eurohoops.net/en/eurobasket/1385620/rudy-fernandez-chasing-juan-carlos-navarro-for-the-spanish-national-team-absolute-record/

Rudy Fernandez is a veteran player who is ranked number one in the world.

Fernandez is a veteran player who made his debut for the national team at the tender age of 16 and has contributed greatly to winning medals at the Olympics, European Championships, and World Championships. He has excellent scoring ability and is good at scoring from drives, but he also has a high success rate for three-point shots, making him the team's main scorer.

The watch that Fernandez is wearing is

[Audemars Piguet]
"Royal Oak Automatic"

"Ref.15400OR.OO.1220OR.01.A"

*Source: https://www.instagram.com/p/CL2K75bBpr0/
*Source: https://www.audemarspiguet.com/com/ja/watch-collection/royal-oak/15400OR.OO.1220OR.01.A.html

This watch features a lovely combination of 18KPG (pink gold) and a black dial, and the case diameter has been increased from the previous 39mm to 41mm, which is a size larger. The case, indexes, and hands are also made of pink gold, which goes well with the black dial with a grand tapisserie pattern, making this model not only luxurious but also elegant. The see-through back allows you to view the in-house automatic movement "Cal.3120," and you're sure to be enchanted by its beauty. It's a sports watch that is full of luxury.

Rudy Gobert

*Source: https://www.slcdunk.com/2021/8/16/22627429/is-rudy-gobert-on-pace-to-be-the-greatest-french-ball-player-of-all-time-utah-jazz

Rudy Gohair is one of the best big men in the NBA.

His dunk shots, which make the most of his 216cm height, are spectacular, and no one can stop his dunk shots, which he unleashes with a wingspan of 235cm (the length from fingertip to fingertip when arms are spread apart). He is also a player who has been a great success on both offense and defense, winning the "Block King" in 2017 and the "Rebound King" in 2022.

The watch that Gogea wears is

[Rolex]
"Sky-Dweller"
"Ref.326235"

*Source: https://www.instagram.com/rudygobert27/
*Source: https://www.rolex.com/ja/watches/sky-dweller/m336235-0004

The Sky-Dweller is the only Rolex watch with a complicated mechanism, designed for people who travel the world. It is the company's first semi-complication model with an annual calendar that can display two time zones at the same time. The local time is displayed with the traditional hour, minute, and second hands, and the home time is displayed on the subdial. Each month is displayed in a small window on the outside of the index, allowing you to grasp the month, date, and time at a glance , making it a highly functional model. It is equipped with the fully in-house movement "Cal. 9001", which is the first since the Yacht-Master II, and boasts a power reserve of 72 hours. The fluted bezel in Everose gold and the chic black dial create a luxurious feel, making it a watch that is full of the luxury that is characteristic of Rolex.

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How was today's match?

This time too, we hope you will learn about the watches worn by the "star players" at the Basketball World Cup and become interested in luxury watches.

So, which sportsman's watch will we focus on next time? Please wait with excitement!

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