Richard Mille launches the RM 35-02 Rafael Nadal watch.

Since their first meeting in 2008, Richard Mille and Rafael Nadal decided to join forces to create one of the most spectacular adventures in the history of contemporary watchmaking. As a result, the name "Nadal" is now synonymous with the unique collection developed by Richard Mille, with design principles centered around innovation, lightweight construction, and optimal shock resistance. Each watch they collaborated on – from the first RM 027 with a nano-carbon fiber case launched in 2010, to the RM 27-01 with a cable-stayed movement, or the improved RM 27-02 with a monolithic case utilizing NTPT Carbon – all represent a massive leap forward in research and development, a testament to a completely new approach to the watchmaking industry.

Like its predecessor, the RM 35-02 Rafael Nadal is the culmination of relentless creative effort within a unique watch design. Utilizing the RMAL1 movement, the case and bridges are made of Grade 5 Titanium, sandblasted and PVD/Titalyt® treated to ensure high hardness and a flawless surface finish. The RM 35-02's inertial balance wheel oscillates at 28,800 vph, controlled by a double-barrel system to ensure more stable torque. Inspired by the RM 35-01, the RM 35-02 emerges as the answer to all the demands from Richard Mille customers for an automatic winding mechanism within the Nadal movement.

The decision to use an adjustable rotor – a feature unique to Richard Mille automatic watches – was a natural fit to accommodate the need for fine-tuning the mainspring to suit the wearer's activity level. And for the first time in the Nadal collection, the RM 35-02 features a sapphire case back with anti-reflective treatment, allowing the inner workings to be admired from every angle.

The RM 35-02 Rafael Nadal Automatic is currently available in two versions: the NTPT Carbon version and the Quartz-TPT® Red version with white accents. The silicon layers, no thicker than 45 microns, undergo a special red resin treatment created exclusively for Richard Mille. These layers are then stacked using an automated system that adjusts the orientation of each layer by 45 degrees. After being heated to 120°C in a furnace specifically designed for aerospace components, the materials are ready for the manufacturing of the watch's components and case by ProArt. The natural white quartz fibers – often retaining their color during the manufacturing process – have a very high strength-to-weight ratio, as well as being hypoallergenic and offering excellent UV resistance. However, the greatest success of the engineers at Richard Mille and North Thin Ply Technology lies in the application and development of red resin – a material capable of creating a striking contrast between its transparent color and the natural white color of quartz.

Engineered for optimal biocompatibility and stability, the RM 35-02 boasts REACH (Registration, Evaluation and Authorisation of Chemicals) standards for durability and resilience. Quartz-TPT® Red enhances the RM 35-02's acceleration capabilities, allowing it to withstand up to 5000 G's.

The Thanh