Former Olympic Sir Ben Ainslie robbed of £17,000 Rolex at knifepoint in Barcelona
SIR Ben Ainslie has had his £17,000 Rolex robbed from him at knifepoint in Barcelona.
Ainslie, 47, recalled the horror as a gang mugged him while out for a meal on Saturday night.
SplashSir Ben Ainslie has had his £17,000 Rolex robbed from him at knifepoint in Barcelona[/caption]
The terrifying attack unfolded as he was leaving a restaurant, as reported by local media La Vanguardia.
Ainslie reported the theft to Barcelona police forces on Monday.
He told The Daily Telegraph: “Barcelona is a fantastic host city for the America’s Cup, and the team has felt welcomed and is enjoying our stay in this vibrant city.
“Like in all big cities, you can be affected by opportunistic crime and my situation is no different. This matter is now with the local authorities.”
