McLaren driver Lando Norris showcased a striking new luxury timepiece during the premiere of the F1 movie in New York City this week, drawing attention from fans and media alike. The event at Rockefeller Center brought together numerous Formula 1 stars, with Norris standing out as he revealed his watch ahead of the red carpet arrival.
Wearing a navy suit from Reiss, Norris flaunted a Richard Mille RM 72-01 in white ceramic, a limited-edition piece with only 150 made worldwide. This model pays tribute to the famed 24 Hours of Le Mans race, which coincided with the Canadian Grand Prix just days prior.
Previous Target of Watch Theft in London Incident
Norris has a history of owning exceptional watches, including a £144,000 Richard Mille 67-02 that he wore to the 2021 Euros final at Wembley. Unfortunately, that same evening, he was the victim of a violent robbery where two men forcibly removed his watch in a car park.
The stolen Richard Mille was one of only five of its kind globally. A trial followed at Harrow Crown Court in 2023, where a 25-year-old man from Bootle, Merseyside, was accused of being involved in the theft. DNA evidence linking the suspect to Norris’ wrist was presented, but the defendant pleaded not guilty and was ultimately acquitted.
Norris described the attack as leaving him “shaken” but confirmed he was physically unharmed.
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The incident remains a significant moment in Norris’ life and career, illustrating the risks public figures sometimes face despite their fame. The new watch reveal at the F1 premiere signals a moment of resilience as Norris moves past the trauma toward enjoying his successes on and off the track.
With other F1 news unfolding—such as Max Verstappen’s unexpected responses to team decisions and Daniel Ricciardo’s plans revealed—the sport continues to capture intense interest worldwide, while Norris’ story adds a personal dimension to the season’s developments.
