Tennis player Roger Federer spotted wearing a Rolex

Roger Federer appeared at the 2026 US Open practice session wearing a stainless steel Rolex Oyster Perpetual 41 'Boetti,' a vibrant contemporary take on Rolex's entry-level sports watch. The sighting underscores Federer's preference for understated luxury sports watches—a hallmark of his personal collection—worn alongside fellow professional Lorenzo Musetti, who opted for a De Bethune DB28XS. The Oyster Perpetual 41 'Boetti' exemplifies Rolex's strategic pivot toward colourful dials and playful design in the past two years.

The Oyster Perpetual 41 features Rolex's calibre 3230 automatic movement, a 41 mm stainless steel case with a unidirectional rotating bezel, and a Jubilee bracelet. Water resistance is rated at 100 metres. The 'Boetti' variant distinguishes itself through its signature multi-colour dial—the ROLEX name and applied hour markers rendered in ten separate hues, creating a mosaic effect inspired by contemporary art. The dial retains the clean, minimalist architecture Rolex pioneered with the Oyster Perpetual line, balancing legibility with visual intrigue. The case carries Rolex's standard polished and satin finishes, and the sapphire crystal sits flush beneath the bezel.

The Oyster Perpetual 41 'Boetti' launched in 2023 as part of Rolex's broader 'colour dial' initiative, following the success of the turquoise and coral variants. Production remains limited relative to stainless steel sports watches like the Submariner or GMT-Master II, making secondary-market availability tighter. Collectors value the 'Boetti' for its graphic impact and rarity within the Oyster Perpetual line, which historically relied on conservative finishes. The coloured dial variant sits between the entry-level appeal of the classic OP41 and the collectible premium of vintage colour dials.

Federer's choice reflects broader trends among professional athletes toward accessible luxury timepieces with distinctive personality. The retired tennis legend has long favoured Rolex, and the playful 'Boetti' dial aligns with his cultivated public image—authoritative yet contemporary. His appearance at the US Open, worn casually during practice, normalises the 'Boetti' as a sports watch for active individuals, not merely a collector's desk piece.

The Rolex Oyster Perpetual 41 'Boetti' retails around $6,600 USD at authorized dealers, though coloured dial variants command grey-market premiums of $8,000–$12,000 USD owing to limited production and strong demand. Waitlists at major Rolex retailers remain substantial; secondary-market availability fluctuates with collector appetite for novelty within Rolex's core tool-watch aesthetic.