A race to perfection AS A die-hard Formula 1 fan as well as watch lover, it’s easy to take for granted just how intertwined the world’s premier motorsport and fine mechanical watchmaking are. However, that close relationship was particularly underscored at this year’s Watches and Wonders in Geneva. Thanks to the cancellation of the Bahrain and Saudi Arabian Grands Prix (due to the war in Iran), the 2026 Formula 1 World Championship found itself experiencing an unexpected early-season break.