The Circuit Paul Ricard extends its partnership with Richard Mille

Partners since 2018, Circuit Paul Ricard has chosen to continue its adventure with the prestigious watch brand Richard Mille until 2027.

A pioneer in safety and innovation since its creation in 1971, and now enjoying tremendous visibility with the return of the French Formula 1 Grand Prix from 2018 to 2022, Circuit Paul Ricard continues to energise its offering and maintain its image of excellence.

The relationship between Circuit Paul Ricard and watchmaker Richard Mille is one of tradition and a shared commitment to technology, sharing and a passion for motorsports.

When you take your seat in the stands at the Circuit Paul Ricard, the first thing you notice at the entrance to the pit straight is the ‘Richard Mille’ timing tower, designed and erected in 2018 to celebrate the exclusive partnership between the watch brand and the Var circuit. This digital race board plays a key role on the circuit, allowing spectators to follow the rankings lap after lap and experience the race live. 

At the entrance to the circuit, in the Welcome Centre, which serves as the accreditation centre during competitions, visitors to the circuit, whether spectators, drivers, journalists or guests, are greeted by a photographic nod to the watch brand's connection with motor racing.

The Richard Mille logo also adorns the circuit's fleet of vehicles, including the Safety Cars and Leading Car, as well as the video display screens used to follow the races.

Like the lounge area and the circuit's twelve VIP boxes, the ‘Richard Mille lounge’, with its breathtaking view of the track, honours the watchmaker's sporting ambassadors.  

Jean Alesi, President of Circuit Paul Ricard: 

‘Technological innovation, performance excellence and luxury are values shared by both our brands. It is therefore natural that a partnership has developed over the years with Richard Mille. I am proud to announce the renewal of the collaboration between our two worlds for several more years.’