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Dutch GP 2026Spotted

Watches of the Paddock


The Dutch Grand Prix paddock featured no shortage of impressive watches, with brands including Rolex, Hublot, TAG Heuer, Gant, Panerai, Casio, Swarovski, and Cartier. Here are just a few of the timepieces that particularly caught Kym’s eye over the Zandvoort weekend.

Maas watch at the Dutch GP, 2026. (Kym Illman / Pro Star Pics)

This first watch comes from local Dutch manufacturer, Maas. The Aquanova is both classic and bold, with a striking turquoise dial that certainly stood out in the Zandvoort paddock.

Panerai Luminor Marina watch at the Dutch GP, 2026. (Kym Illman / Pro Star Pics)

This Panerai Luminor Marina combines Italian design with Swiss watchmaking. One of its most distinctive features is Panerai’s signature crown-protecting device, complete with the “REG. T.M.” engraving.

Swarovski Dextera bangle watch at the Dutch GP, 2026. (Kym Illman / Pro Star Pics)

This Swiss-made bangel watch is covered entirely in Swarovski crystals. It’s clear to see why this one stood out across the paddock!

TAG Heuer watch at the Dutch GP, 2026. (Kym Illman / Pro Star Pics)

There’s more than meets the eye with this TAG Heuer. It’s a Zandvoort Limited Edition, with its bold orange colouring paying tribute to the famous Dutch “Orange Army”. TAG Heuer is also the Official Timekeeper of Formula 1, making it particularly fitting for the paddock.

Casio World Time digital watch at the Dutch GP, 2026. (Kym Illman / Pro Star Pics)

This Casio World Time digital watch is affectionately nicknamed the “Casio Royale”. It features a digital world map and a multi-time function covering 31 time zones, making it a particularly practical choice for someone travelling the Formula 1 calendar.

Rolex “Pepsi” watch at the Dutch GP, 2026. (Kym Illman / Pro Star Pics)

This Rolex GMT-Master is instantly recognisable thanks to its iconic red and blue bezel, which has earned it the nickname “Pepsi”. If you’re looking to get your hands on one, expect to pay somewhere around USD $18,000, depending on the exact model and condition.


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