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As the countdown to the Opening Ceremony of the Olympic Games in Beijing progresses, some of the final �C but most critical �C events are taking place in pools and athletic fields around the world. Olympic hopefuls are competing for spots on their countries' national teams.It was a particularly happy weekend for three of OMEGA's ambassadors who not only qualified for the American team but also set world records in their respective events (although one of the record times could not be reported as such).In the poolOlympic gold medallist Michael Phelps broke his own world record in the 400-metre individual medley with a winning time of 4 minutes, 5.25 seconds, finishing just ahead of Ryan Lochte whose time as runner-up also beat the previous record.Less than an hour later, at the same pool in Omaha, Nebraska, Katie Hoff broke the women's 400-metre individual medley world record with a time of 4 minutes, 31.12 seconds.On the trackOn the same day, at the U. S. Olympic track and field trials in Eugene, Oregon, sprinter Tyson Gay recorded the fastest time in history for the 100-metres sprint but the tailwind exceeded the maximum allowable for a world record; nevertheless, his time was a remarkable 9.68 seconds and it announces boldly that the current World Champion is on course to make his sprint events among the most exciting, popular events at the Olympic Games in Beijing.We at OMEGA extend our congratulations to our three brand ambassadors for their extraordinary performances.

The prestigious Gold Seamaster Aqua Terra Co-Axial Chronometer was presented to the winner together with the Arabian coffee-pot shaped tournament trophy, following a thrilling final day which required three play offs between the Spaniard and Europe number one Briton Lee Westwood, both tied at 11 under par at the completion of the fourth round. This was the first time in the event's 21-year history that the Dubai Desert Classic had an internationally renowned brand as its title sponsor in a deal which will continue for the next four years as "OMEGA Dubai Desert Classic". "We are delighted to present this exquisite timepiece to Jimenez. OMEGA's title sponsorship of Dubai Desert Classic is in line with our global marketing strategy of targeting high profile sporting events staged in high-growth markets," said Mr. Raynald Aeschlimann. OMEGA's association with high profiled international sporting events goes back a long way. Its involvement with world class golf events About the Winner's Watchincludes its title sponsorship of the Omega Mission Hills World Cup, the oldest and most prestigious global golf team event in the world, and the Omega European Masters in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, which has attracted the finest of professional golfers for over a decade. Omega is also the title sponsor of the China Tour.OMEGA to present a Seamaster Aqua Terra Co-Axial Chronometer to the winner of the Dubai Desert Classic.The stunning Seamaster Aqua Terra Co-Axial Chronometer is distinguished by the "teak-concept" vertical lines on its dial which are reminiscent of the wood decks of luxury boats. The winner's watch is presented with an 18 Ct red gold case and a brown leather alligator leather strap.What is inside the 41.5 mm case is every bit as impressive: the watch is equipped with OMEGA's exclusive Co-Axial calibre 8501, one of the movements which signalled a revolution in the way mechanical wristwatches are being made. Its official certification as a chronometer is a testimony to its outstanding timekeeping performance. The Co-Axial calibre 8501 is well suited to professional golfers whose careers take them all over the world. The hour hand can be changed independently of the other hands, making adjustments to different time zones very easy. The Aqua Terra Co-Axial Chronometer features a sapphire caseback which makes it possible to watch the movement in action and to marvel at its exquisite detail. The watch is water-resistant to 150 metres (500 feet).OMEGA's Seamaster Aqua Terra watches have attracted an enthusiastic following with their artful blend of innovative technology and elegant but sporty design. As much at home on the decks of the luxury boats recalled by their dials as they are on the golf course, they truly live up to their name.The winner of this year's OMEGA Dubai Desert Classic will claim not only the tournament's championship trophy and check, but also an extraordinary timepiece crafted by the tournament's title sponsor.