Superwatchman Presents: Eileen Gu Shines with IWC Pilot’s Watch at Laax Open 2024


LAAX, SWITZERLAND – JANUARY 21: Ailing Eileen Gu of Team China poses for a picture during the Women’s Freeski Slopestyle competition at the Laax Open on January 21, 2024 in Laax, Switzerland. (Photo by The Image Gate/Getty Images for IWC)

At the heart of every significant event, Superwatchman, the leading watch blog, is there to capture the perfect synergy of high-profile personalities and their luxurious timepieces. This year at the Laax Open 2024, our lenses were focused on none other than IWC Brand Ambassador and slopestyle silver medalist, Eileen Gu, as she sported the IWC Pilot’s Watch Chronograph TOP GUN Edition “Lake Tahoe”.

LAAX, SWITZERLAND – JANUARY 21: Ailing Eileen Gu of China competes during the Women’s Freeski Slopestyle competition at the Laax Open on January 21, 2024 in Laax, Switzerland. On the slopes, Eileen wore the Pilot’s Watch Chronograph TOP GUN Edition “Lake Tahoe” (Ref. IW389105) powered by the IWC-manufactured 69380 calibre.The 44.5-millimetre case is made from hard and scratch-resistant white ceramic and fitted with a white rubber strap. The sleek design is completed with a pitch-black dial, black hands with white Super-LumiNova®, and a stainless-steel crown, pushers, and case back ring. (Photo by The Image Gate/Getty Images for IWC)

Renowned for our expertise in spotting exclusive watches on celebrities and athletes, we are excited to share stunning visuals of Eileen Gu elegantly pairing her athletic prowess with the pinnacle of timekeeping luxury. The Laax Open, Europe’s most prestigious snowboard and freeski freestyle event, provided the perfect backdrop for this blend of sports and elegance.

 

Eileen’s choice of watch, the IWC Pilot’s Watch Chronograph TOP GUN Edition “Lake Tahoe” (Ref. IW389105), speaks volumes about her taste for refined and durable luxury. With its 44.5-millimetre white ceramic case and white rubber strap, the watch stands out against the snowy backdrop of Laax. The watch’s black dial and hands, adorned with white Super-LumiNova®, and the stainless-steel crown, pushers, and case back ring, add to its bold and beautiful aesthetic.

We just love highlighting such moments where the world of sports intersects with the art of fine watchmaking. Check out these high-resolution images capturing the essence of this beautiful alignment at the Laax Open 2024.

 

For more insights into the fascinating world of watches on celebrities and athletes, stay tuned. We continue to bring you closer to the glamorous and intricate world of luxury timepieces as worn by the most renowned figures in sports and entertainment.

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