The Formula 1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix took fans by surprise after McLaren’s Lando Norris ended Max Verstappen’s four-year world champion streak. The race drew in a lineup of racers and various celebrities, from musicians like DJ Snake to chefs like Gordon Ramsay.
Concurrently, watch lovers can’t seem to separate from the sport either, as A-list icons flaunt their wrists with their prized timepieces, including Lewis Hamilton, who made a boasting statement with his US$2.3 million Richard Mille. Ahead, we magnify the watches spotted at the recent Formula 1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, worn by drivers and paddock guests alike.
Lando Norris
Richard Mille dominated fellow drivers’ wrists, and it’s only right to start this list with the recent Formula 1 world champion, Lando Norris. The McLaren racer and Quadrant co-founder wore a Richard Mille RM 72-01 Automatic Winding Lifestyle Flyback Chronograph White Ceramic on this historical day, with a price estimation of US$470,000.
Lewis Hamilton
Sealing the title of the most expensive watch worn on the track that day was Ferrari’s Lewis Hamilton. The dashing fashion icon, who was also this year’s Met Gala co-chair, harnessed the Richard Mille RM 43-01 Manual Winding Tourbillon Split-Seconds Chronograph Ferrari Carbon TPT, with a whopping price of US$2,300,000.
Max Verstappen
Red Bull racer Max Verstappen wore a Tag Heuer Monaco Chronograph Steel worth US$6,600 as he cemented his pole position, finishing only two points behind the world champion.
Charles Leclerc
Charles Leclerc joined the Richard Mille team hand-in-hand with Lewis Hamilton. He has worn his own Richard Mille RM 72-01 Leclerc on various occasions, and the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix was no exception. The white and red-striped piece costs US$330,000, with a limited run of 150 pieces worldwide.
Jackie Stewart
Renowned former racer turned broadcaster Jackie Stewart stays dear to fellow fans and drivers. He wore a Rolex Cosmograph Daytona “Le Mans” Yellow Gold costing around US$250,000, alongside his signature matching set of checkered green pants and flat cap.
Oscar Piastri
Another McLaren member anchored with Richard Mille was Oscar Piastri, with his US$430,000 RM 67-02 Automatic Winding Extra Flat ‘McLaren’ Carbon TPT. On top of that, the crown and hands are in a playful orange hue, giving it the perfect sporty look.
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