TAG Heuer has linked its Formula 1 chronograph to the Goodwood Festival of Speed in a limited edition designed to celebrate one of the most iconic events in British motorsport.
The partnership feels natural. Each year, Goodwood brings together manufacturers, drivers, prototypes and historic cars for its famous hill climb. TAG Heuer, whose history remains closely tied to sports timekeeping and motor racing, has created a watch aimed at speed enthusiasts and collectors of limited editions alike.
This Formula 1 does more than simply place the Goodwood name on an existing model. Several details pay direct tribute to the event, its visual identity and the record set on its course.
A 44 mm case designed for sports timing
The TAG Heuer Formula 1 Chronograph x Goodwood Festival of Speed features a 44 mm stainless steel case. Its imposing proportions reflect the collection’s sporting character and provide enough space for the chronograph’s three counters.
The knurled crown has a pronounced texture for easier handling. It is accompanied by pushers used to start, stop and reset the chronograph. Red accents on the crown and main pusher strengthen the connection with the world of motor racing.
Formula 1 Chronograph x Goodwood Festival of Speed case – © TAG Heuer
The screw-down caseback is engraved with the Goodwood Festival of Speed logo. The inscription “1 of 500” highlights the limited nature of the series without assigning a distinct individual number to each watch.
The watch is protected by a sapphire crystal, a material valued for its scratch resistance. Its water resistance reaches 200 metres, a high rating for a mechanical chronograph and one that fits the robust approach of the Formula 1 range.
The stainless steel bracelet uses a three-row construction. It is secured by a double-safety folding clasp designed to keep the watch firmly on the wrist during active use.
A green dial inspired by Goodwood
The sunray-brushed green dial is the central visual feature of this edition. Its reflections change with the angle of the light, while the white counters create a clear contrast with the main surface.
The watch retains the traditional layout of the Calibre 16, with three subdials arranged at 12, 6 and 9 o’clock. Their azurage finish adds depth and creates a clearer visual distinction between the different displays.
The applied hour markers and the hour and minute hands are coated with white Super-LumiNova. This luminescent material improves readability in darkness or low-light conditions.
The chronograph functions are indicated by red hands. The same colour appears on several external controls, creating a visual link between the dial and the operating elements of the case.
Formula 1 Chronograph x Goodwood Festival of Speed – © TAG Heuer
The date window is positioned at 3 o’clock. Its integration remains discreet despite the amount of information displayed on the dial.
The green ceramic bezel carries a tachymeter scale. The usual inscription has been replaced by the word “SPEED”, a direct reference to the Festival of Speed name and to the chronograph’s measuring function.
A red marker positioned at the 39-second point refers to the Goodwood hill climb record. In 2022, Max Chilton completed the course in 39.02 seconds behind the wheel of the McMurtry Spéirling, an electric prototype designed to generate high aerodynamic downforce.
This subtle detail allows the watch to go beyond a simple customisation exercise. It connects its display to a specific moment in Goodwood’s recent history.
The Calibre 16 relies on a proven architecture
The watch is powered by the Calibre 16, an automatic chronograph movement long associated with several of TAG Heuer’s sports collections. Its architecture is based on the movement family derived from the ETA 7750, a widely used foundation in Swiss watchmaking. This design is known for its robust construction, automatic winding system and recognisable counter layout.
The movement winds its mainspring through the motion of the wearer’s wrist. When the watch is not being worn, its power reserve is approximately 48 hours. It can therefore remain stationary for nearly two days before stopping, depending on its initial winding level and use of the chronograph.
Caseback of the Formula 1 Chronograph x Goodwood Festival of Speed – © TAG Heuer
The Calibre 16 displays the hours, minutes, seconds, date and measured times. The chronograph minute counter, hour totaliser and small seconds display are distributed across the three subdials.
The 7750 base uses a cam-operated chronograph system. This solution prioritises reliability, consistent operation and ease of maintenance rather than a complex architecture intended for visual display.
The engraved solid caseback conceals the movement, a logical choice for an edition focused on Goodwood. Priority is given to case strength, water resistance and the presence of the event’s logo.
The widespread international use of this mechanical family also offers an advantage for servicing. Many watchmakers are familiar with its architecture and the routine procedures involved in maintaining it.
A 500-piece series reserved for the United Kingdom
The TAG Heuer Formula 1 Chronograph x Goodwood Festival of Speed is limited to 500 pieces. It is available exclusively in the British market, reinforcing its connection with the event held in West Sussex.
Its price is set at £4,250. This positions it among the brand’s high-end mechanical sports chronographs, with a premium linked to the limited production run, the Goodwood identity and the dial elements created specifically for this version.
Its restricted availability is likely to appeal mainly to TAG Heuer enthusiasts, Festival of Speed visitors and collectors of watches associated with motorsport. With its automatic calibre, 200-metre water resistance and precise references to the hill climb, this edition aims to offer more than a simple partnership logo placed on a dial.