TAG Heuer is sending off Zandvoort in orange. Ahead of the final Dutch Grand Prix at the seaside circuit, the Swiss watchmaker has introduced two limited-edition Formula 1 Solargraph models inspired by the Netherlands’ unmistakable national color and the brand’s longstanding connection to motorsport.

TAG Heuer Built These Formula 1 Watches For Zandvoort’s Final Race

Formula 1 will return to Circuit Zandvoort from August 21 through August 23 for the 40th and final Dutch Grand Prix at the coastal track. The race closes a modern chapter that began when Zandvoort returned to the Formula 1 calendar in 2021 following a 36-year absence.

Since its comeback, the event has become known for its energetic atmosphere and grandstands filled with Dutch fans dressed in orange. That national color, historically connected to the House of Orange-Nassau, provides the visual foundation for TAG Heuer’s two commemorative watches.

The timing also makes sense for the brand. TAG Heuer returned as Formula 1’s official timekeeper in 2025 and maintains a partnership with Oracle Red Bull Racing, the team led by Dutch driver Max Verstappen.

Dutch Orange Takes Over The Formula 1 Solargraph

Both TAG Heuer Formula 1 Solargraph Zandvoort editions begin with a 38mm sandblasted stainless-steel case measuring 9.9mm thick. The compact proportions are paired with a grey opalin dial surrounded by a bright orange-and-red flange.

Red-lacquered hands and applied indexes bring additional color to the dial, while eggshell-colored Super-LumiNova produces a green glow in low-light conditions. The red detailing continues around the date window at 3 o’clock and across the Formula 1 branding.

The most noticeable component is the orange bi-directional bezel made from TH-Polylight, TAG Heuer’s lightweight and durable composite material. Its vivid finish provides a sharp contrast against the otherwise muted steel case and grey dial.

TAG Heuer offers two different approaches to the same design. Reference WBY111H.FT8128 embraces the Dutch theme with a perforated orange rubber strap and steel pin buckle. Reference WBY111L.BA0042 pairs the watch with a sandblasted three-row stainless-steel bracelet, creating a more restrained look while allowing the orange bezel to remain the focal point.

The Solargraph Movement Is Built For Everyday Wear

Inside both watches is TAG Heuer’s TH50-00 Solargraph quartz movement. It converts natural and artificial light into energy, allowing the watch to recharge during normal use without requiring regular battery replacements.

A full charge provides up to 10 months of autonomy in complete darkness, while a brief exposure to light can generate enough energy to run the watch for an entire day. TAG Heuer also estimates that the rechargeable battery can last for as long as 15 years.

The movement handles the hours, minutes, seconds and date, while the watch’s 100 meters of water resistance makes it suitable for more than race-weekend duty. Combined with its relatively slim case and solar-powered convenience, the Formula 1 Solargraph is designed to function as an easy everyday sports watch rather than a delicate commemorative piece.

There Are Two Limited Editions

The TAG Heuer Formula 1 Solargraph Zandvoort with the orange rubber strap is priced at $2,150 and limited to 1,500 pieces. The stainless-steel bracelet version costs $2,250 and will be produced in a smaller run of 1,000 pieces. It will also be sold exclusively through TAG Heuer’s website.

Both references are currently listed as coming soon, with an online presale planned ahead of the Dutch Grand Prix. TAG Heuer is allowing interested buyers to register for release notifications through its website.

Why Zandvoort Makes This More Than Another Formula 1 Colorway

TAG Heuer’s modern Formula 1 Solargraph collection already draws heavily from the original Formula 1 watches introduced during the 1980s. Those early models helped establish the collection through bright colors, accessible quartz movements and a casual approach to Swiss watchmaking.

The new editions remain faithful to that philosophy, but the connection to Zandvoort gives the orange treatment more significance than a standard seasonal color update. The watches are tied to a specific circuit, a recognizable fan culture and the final running of an event before it leaves the Formula 1 calendar.

That context is what makes the release work. TAG Heuer did not simply paint the Formula 1 Solargraph orange. It used one of the collection’s most natural colors to capture the atmosphere surrounding Zandvoort’s final lap.

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