While many signature watches are released during a Grand Prix racer’s career, some arrive after their time on the track is done. This list highlights F1 and MotoGP racers who received official watch releases only after their racing days had ended.
For simplicity, “MotoGP” will include all premier class motorcycle Grand Prix world champions.
Giacomo Agostini (MotoGP)
Career: 1964 – 1977
Models: PETER RATCLIFFE LEGENDS IN TIME Agostini 15 chronograph – 2021, JeanRichard Bressel 1665 Chronograph Rattrapante Foudroyante “Ago”, RO-NI AGO (ref. RN-RGA-RS1-R) – 2022
Quick Note: Agostini served as a brand ambassador from 2022 to 2023.
Jean Alesi (F1)
Career: 1989–2001
Model: Montegrappa Jean Alesi Edition Chronograph (ref. IDJNWA00) – 2016
Quick Note: F.P. Journe has also created the Octa Sport S “Jean Alesi” Indy 500 in 2012, which isn’t F1-specific.
Mario Andretti (F1)
Career: 1968–1972, 1974–1982
Model: Yema Rallye Mario Andretti Special Edition – 2019
Quick Note: This was released in addition to the Rallye Andretti Limited Edition, which was an Indy 500-specific piece.
Juan Manuel Fangio (F1)
Career: 1950–1951, 1953–1958
Models: Telda Mercedes-Benz Classic Juan Manuel Fangio – 1990s, TAG Heuer (Various)
Quick Note: TAG Heuer models include the Juan Manuel Fangio Targa Florio (ref. CX2113), Formula 1 Fangio (ref. CAZ101H.BA0842), and Carrera Calibre 16 Fangio Limited Edition (ref. CV201AT.FC6475).
Giuseppe Farina (F1)
Career: 1950–1956
Models: Cuervo y Sobrinos Historiador Nino Farina (ref. 3198) and Historiador Nino Farina II (ref. 3144.1NF) – 2023
Quick Note: Zannetti has also released the Farina Red (ref. TDRF-A1S-R.1.R) and Farina Black (ref. TDRF-A1S-N.1.R) as part of their Time of Drivers collection, although it’s unclear if there’s licensing involved.
Damon Hill (F1)
Career: 1992–1999
Models: TW Steel Damon Hill Canteen LE (ref. TW1018) – 2021 and GT15 Damon Hill – 2022
Quick Note: Hill was announced as a TW Steel brand ambassador in 2020.
James Hunt (F1)
Career: 1973–1979
Models: TAG HeuerFormula 1 James Hunt Limited Edition (ref. CAZ1017.FC8212) – 2016, Omologato Official James Hunt Chronograph – 2017
Quick Note: The Omologato Official James Hunt Chronograph was available in a silver or black case.
Stirling Moss (F1)
Career: 1951–1961
Models: PETER RATCLIFFE LEGENDS IN TIME Moss 80 – 2011 and Moss Monaco 1961 – 2012
Quick Note: Moss’s name also appears on the case back of the Christopher Ward Limited Edition C70 VW4 Chronometer.
Alain Prost (F1)
Career: 1980–1991, 1993
Models: TAG Heuer Carrera Ring-Master Alain Prost Limited Edition (ref. CV201Y.BA0794) – 2011, Richard Mille RM 70-01 Tourbillon Alain Prost – 2017
Quick Note: TAG Heuer’s lineup of F1 Cavallino helmet clocks also included an Alain Prost edition (ref. 44915).
Jarno Saarinen (MotoGP)
Career: 1975
Models: S.U.F Helsinki Paroni (1st gen) – 2004, Paroni (2nd gen)/Paroni (2nd gen) Lefty – 2014, Paroni Chronograph – 2019, Paroni Imatranajo – 2022
Quick Note: Non-production Paroni Imatranajo models have also been produced as prizes for events.
Jo Siffert (F1)
Career: 1962–1971
Models: TAG Heuer S/el Jo Siffert edition (ref. CG211S.BA0423) – 1996 and Autavia Jo Siffert Collector’s Edition – 2018
Quick Note: Siffert was well known for wearing a Heuer Autavia (ref. 1163T) during his career.
John Surtees (MotoGP & F1)
Career: 1952–1960 (MotoGP), 1960–1972 (F1)
Models: Scalfaro John Surtees Edition – 2014, Omologato Surtees Chronograph – 2017
Quick Note: Cadola has also released a collection of Surtees Meca-Quartz Chronographs, but it’s unclear if licensing was involved.
This list serves as a comprehensive catalog of all known post-career signature watches associated with F1 and MotoGP racers. It is maintained as a living record, updated as new information surfaces in order to preserve the historical connections between motorsport figures and their commemorative timepieces.