At 19, Lamine Yamal has already established himself as one of football’s most closely watched talents. His performances for FC Barcelona and Spain command global attention, while his clothing, jewellery and luxury watches increasingly receive the same scrutiny as his work on the pitch.

The watches associated with Yamal include a rose-gold Patek Philippe Cubitus, a diamond-set Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Chronograph and several reported Rolex models. However, not every watch attributed to him online can be verified with the same degree of confidence.

This guide distinguishes between strongly documented public appearances, watches tentatively identified by watch publications and claims found primarily through social media or reseller accounts.

Lamine Yamal Watch Collection at a Glance

Watch	Identification status	Notable appearance
Patek Philippe Cubitus Ref. 7128/1R-001	Strongly documented	2025 Ballon d’Or ceremony
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Selfwinding Chronograph, believed Ref. 26715OR.ZZ.1356OR.01	Strongly documented, reference qualified	2026 Laureus World Sports Awards
Rolex GMT-Master II “Root Beer”	Reported sighting	Social-media and watch-spotting coverage
Rolex Cosmograph Daytona, yellow-gold or two-tone configurations	Reported sighting	Watch-spotting and social-media coverage
Rolex Datejust	Unverified or tentatively identified	Reseller and social-media collection lists

Who Is Lamine Yamal?

Lamine Yamal Nasraoui Ebana was born on July 13, 2007, in Esplugues de Llobregat, Spain. After progressing through FC Barcelona’s academy, he became one of the youngest players to establish himself with the club’s first team and the Spanish national team. FC Barcelona lists his first-team career as beginning in 2023.

His rise has been accompanied by major individual honours. Yamal won the Kopa Trophy for the second consecutive year at the 2025 Ballon d’Or ceremony and was named the inaugural Laureus World Young Sportsperson of the Year in 2026.

As his sporting profile has expanded, his style has also become increasingly visible. His watch choices combine established icons from Rolex and Audemars Piguet with one of the newest collections from Patek Philippe.

Confirmed and Strongly Documented Watches

Patek Philippe Cubitus Ref. 7128/1R-001

The best-documented watch in Lamine Yamal’s collection is the rose-gold Patek Philippe Cubitus Ref. 7128/1R-001.

Yamal wore the watch to the 2025 Ballon d’Or ceremony in Paris, where he received the Kopa Trophy for the second consecutive year. GQ Middle East identified the watch as a rose-gold Patek Philippe Cubitus during its coverage of the event.

The official Patek Philippe specifications confirm that the Ref. 7128/1R-001 features a 40 mm square-shaped rose-gold case with rounded edges, a matching integrated bracelet and a brown dial with a horizontally embossed pattern. It is powered by the self-winding Caliber 26-330 S C, which displays the date at 3 o’clock.

Why the Cubitus Is Significant

The Cubitus is a comparatively new addition to the Patek Philippe catalog. The 7128 references were introduced in 2025 as medium-sized versions of the geometric sports-luxury design.

Yamal’s choice is notable because it combines:

• A newly introduced Patek Philippe collection
• A full rose-gold case and bracelet
• A modern square profile
• Contrasting satin and polished finishing
• A more contemporary presence than a traditional dress watch

Rather than selecting only a long-established sports watch, Yamal appeared with a model representing a new chapter in Patek Philippe’s collection.

Is Lamine Yamal’s Patek Philippe Cubitus Confirmed?

The public appearance and watch family are strongly documented. Established editorial coverage identified the watch as a rose-gold Cubitus, and the visible configuration is consistent with the official Ref. 7128/1R-001.

Patek Philippe has not publicly confirmed the identity of the owner, so the most accurate wording is that Yamal was photographed wearing the reference at the event.

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Selfwinding Chronograph

At the 2026 Laureus World Sports Awards in Madrid, Yamal wore a rose-gold Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Chronograph with a silver-toned dial and diamond-set bezel.

British GQ described Yamal’s Laureus watch as an extravagant Audemars Piguet Royal Oak, while watch-focused coverage identified it as the Royal Oak Selfwinding Chronograph Ref. 26715OR.ZZ.1356OR.01.

The official Audemars Piguet specifications for that reference closely match the photographed watch. The model has:

• A 38 mm pink-gold case
• A matching pink-gold bracelet
• A brilliant-cut diamond-set bezel
• A silver-toned Grande Tapisserie dial
• Chronograph counters
• A self-winding movement

Audemars Piguet describes the reference as a 38 mm pink-gold chronograph with a diamond-set bezel and silver-toned Grande Tapisserie dial.

The Watch and the 2026 Laureus Awards

Yamal attended the 2026 Laureus World Sports Awards as the inaugural winner of the Laureus World Young Sportsperson of the Year Award. Laureus officially confirmed both the new award category and Yamal as its first recipient.

The watch complemented an unconventional appearance that distinguished him from the more traditional eveningwear seen at the ceremony. The Royal Oak’s full pink-gold construction and diamond-set bezel reflected a similarly expressive approach.

Is the Exact Audemars Piguet Reference Confirmed?

The photographed configuration aligns closely with Ref. 26715OR.ZZ.1356OR.01, and established watch coverage has identified it as that model.

However, neither Yamal nor Audemars Piguet has publicly issued an ownership confirmation. The reference should therefore be described as widely identified or believed to be Ref. 26715OR.ZZ.1356OR.01 rather than presented as an undisputed fact.

A Royal Oak Suited to a New Generation

The Royal Oak has long occupied a central position within luxury sports-watch culture. Its angular case, exposed screws and integrated bracelet created a design language that remains immediately recognizable.

Yamal’s diamond-set chronograph version moves considerably beyond the restrained steel character associated with the original Royal Oak. The pink gold, silver dial and diamond bezel transform it into a highly expressive interpretation of the design.

For owners of selected compatible Audemars Piguet Royal Oak references, Rubber B manufactures Swiss-Made vulcanized rubber straps engineered around the architecture of the intended case and model. Compatibility must always be confirmed by exact reference.

Reported and Tentatively Identified Rolex Watches

Rolex GMT-Master II “Root Beer”

Watch-spotting and reseller accounts have associated Lamine Yamal with the two-tone Rolex GMT-Master II commonly known as the “Root Beer.”

The watch is generally identified as belonging to the Ref. 126711CHNR family, which combines Oystersteel and Everose gold with a black-and-brown ceramic bezel. Social-media watch accounts have posted photographs identifying Yamal’s watch as this model, while watch-collection pages have also included it among the pieces attributed to him.

Why Is It Called the Root Beer?

The nickname refers to the warm combination of brown and black used on the bezel. The modern two-tone configuration pairs these colors with Everose gold, giving the GMT-Master II a richer appearance than an all-steel travel watch.

The model retains the GMT-Master II’s defining functionality: an additional hand and rotating 24-hour bezel that allow the wearer to track another time zone.

Is Yamal’s Root Beer Confirmed?

The identification remains reported rather than definitively confirmed.

The strongest available sources are watch-spotting posts and reseller-oriented collection pages rather than official event photography or established mainstream watch journalism. The visible watch may be consistent with a Root Beer GMT-Master II, but the exact reference should remain qualified.

For compatible Rolex GMT-Master II references, Rubber B offers Swiss-Made vulcanized rubber straps developed around the case and clasp architecture of the intended watch.

Rolex Cosmograph Daytona

Several Rolex Daytona watches have been attributed to Lamine Yamal through watch-spotting and social-media coverage.

The reported pieces include yellow-gold and two-tone configurations, with some accounts identifying more elaborate diamond-set versions. Social posts have variously described Yamal wearing a yellow-gold Daytona with a champagne dial and baguette-cut diamond bezel, but these claims have not been independently verified through official Rolex or top-tier event coverage.

Why the Exact Daytona Reference Is Difficult to Confirm

Rolex has produced numerous Daytona configurations that can appear similar in compressed event photographs or social-media videos.

A confident identification requires clear views of:

• Case metal
• Bracelet construction
• Dial color
• Hour markers
• Bezel material
• Gem setting
• Subdial configuration
• Reference-specific details

Without sufficiently detailed imagery, it is safer to describe the watch as a reported yellow-gold or two-tone Rolex Cosmograph Daytona rather than assign a precise reference.

The Daytona and Yamal’s Watch Style

A Daytona would be consistent with the broader character of the watches most credibly associated with Yamal.

The model combines:

• A strong sporting identity
• High recognition among collectors
• Precious-metal configurations
• Chronograph functionality
• A close association with modern athlete collections

For owners of compatible Rolex Daytona references, Rubber B manufactures Swiss-Made vulcanized rubber straps designed to provide model-specific integration while preserving the original bracelet for future use.

Important Clarification: The Laureus Daytona Confusion

The 2026 Laureus World Sports Awards brought several prominent Spanish athletes into the same event coverage, including Lamine Yamal and Carlos Alcaraz.

Yamal was photographed with the diamond-set Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Chronograph described above. Carlos Alcaraz, who received the Laureus World Sportsman of the Year Award, also appeared in watch-focused coverage connected with Rolex Daytona models. Laureus confirms that both athletes received separate awards at the ceremony.

Because photographs and reposts from the event frequently circulated together, a Daytona shown on Alcaraz should not automatically be attributed to Yamal.

The distinction illustrates an important rule when assessing celebrity watch collections: an event gallery may include several athletes and several watches, and the person wearing each watch must be identified before the model is added to a collection list.

Unverified and Social-Media-Only Claims

Rolex Datejust

Some reseller pages and social-media collection lists attribute one or more Rolex Datejust references to Lamine Yamal.

One watch-collection page lists two Datejust configurations alongside the GMT-Master II associated with him. However, the page does not provide sufficient public-event context to independently verify when Yamal wore each specific Datejust or whether the exact references are correct.

The Datejust should therefore remain in the unverified category until clearer photography or stronger editorial confirmation becomes available.

Additional Daytona and Custom-Watch Claims

Social-media accounts have also associated Yamal with:

• Diamond-set yellow-gold Daytonas
• A pink or “Beach”-style Daytona
• Custom or aftermarket gem-set watches
• Additional Royal Oak configurations
• Multiple Datejust references

These claims should not be treated as settled fact without clear provenance.

An image should ideally establish:

1. That the individual shown is Yamal
2. The event or date of the photograph
3. That the watch is visible in sufficient detail
4. That the model has not been customized in a way that changes its identification
5. That the same image has not been incorrectly recirculated from another athlete

As stronger evidence appears, individual watches can move from the unverified section into the reported or strongly documented categories.

What Lamine Yamal Watches Reveal About a New Generation of Collectors

Yamal’s most credible watch appearances reflect a shift in how younger athletes approach luxury watch collecting.

Rather than remaining loyal to a single manufacturer, he appears across several of the most recognized names in contemporary watchmaking:

• Patek Philippe
• Audemars Piguet
• Rolex

His choices also favor watches with strong visual identities.

The rose-gold Cubitus is geometric and contemporary. The diamond-set Royal Oak Chronograph combines an established sports-watch design with jewellery-level presentation. The reported Root Beer and precious-metal Daytona references introduce familiar Rolex icons in warmer, more expressive configurations.

New References Beside Established Icons

The Cubitus and Royal Oak pairing is particularly revealing.

The Royal Oak is an established luxury sports-watch icon with more than five decades of design history. The Cubitus is a significantly newer collection that introduces a different geometric profile within Patek Philippe’s modern catalog.

Wearing both suggests an interest in established prestige without limiting the collection to older or more conventional references.

Rose Gold and Integrated Design

Yamal’s strongest documented watches also share several design characteristics:

• Rose- or pink-gold construction
• Integrated metal bracelets
• Distinctive case geometry
• Strong contrast between polished and satin-finished surfaces
• Immediate recognition from a distance

These are watches designed to function not only as timekeeping instruments but also as visible elements of personal style.

Where Rubber B Fits

The Lamine Yamal watches illustrate why many luxury-watch owners alternate between the original bracelet and a precisely fitted rubber strap.

A metal bracelet remains an essential part of the original character of a Rolex Daytona, GMT-Master II or Audemars Piguet Royal Oak. However, owners may seek a different configuration for:

• Travel
• Warm climates
• Water exposure
• Sporting use
• Reduced bracelet wear
• A more contemporary appearance
• Greater flexibility in daily styling

Rubber B manufactures Swiss-Made vulcanized rubber straps for selected luxury-watch references. Each compatible design is developed around the dimensions and architecture of the intended watch rather than treated as a universal accessory.

Depending on the model, a Rubber B strap may be engineered to integrate with:

• The original watch case
• The original clasp
• A dedicated buckle system
• Specific spring-bar positions
• Reference-dependent case geometry

Compatibility must always be confirmed using the exact watch reference. A strap designed for one Daytona, GMT-Master II, Royal Oak or Patek Philippe reference should not be assumed to fit another.

Rubber B currently supports selected references within several collections associated with Yamal’s reported watches. No compatibility with the Patek Philippe Cubitus should be implied unless a dedicated product is specifically listed for that reference.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Rubber B Make Straps for Watches in Lamine Yamal’s Collection?

Rubber B produces Swiss-Made vulcanized rubber straps for selected Rolex, Audemars Piguet and Patek Philippe references.

Compatibility depends on the exact model and reference. Rubber B support for one watch within a brand does not imply support for every model, and compatibility with Yamal’s Patek Philippe Cubitus should not be assumed without a dedicated listing.

A Collection Still Taking Shape

Lamine Yamal’s public watch profile is still developing.

The rose-gold Patek Philippe Cubitus and diamond-set Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Chronograph provide the clearest view of his preferences: modern sports-luxury design, precious metals, integrated bracelets and watches with immediate visual presence.

The Rolex portion of the collection is less certain. A GMT-Master II Root Beer, several Daytona configurations and Datejust models have all been attributed to him, but much of that record still depends on social-media watch spotting rather than fully documented appearances.

That distinction matters.

For owners of compatible Rolex, Audemars Piguet and Patek Philippe watches, Rubber B offers Swiss-Made vulcanized rubber straps engineered for selected references and specific case architectures.

Rubber B is an independent company and is not affiliated with, authorized by, or endorsed by Rolex SA, Patek Philippe SA, Audemars Piguet or FC Barcelona.

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