For the occasion, Jean-Claude Biver, TAG Heuer CEO and President of the LVMH Watch Division came from Switzerland, to unveil for the first time in Brazil the “Senna Special Edition” watches, and announce the redeployment of TAG Heuer in the country, thanks to Freddy Rabbat, the new local partner of TAG Heuer in the region.

This is the first official visit of Jean-Claude Biver as TAG Heuer’s CEO, demonstrating the importance of the region for the Swiss brand. He was extremely glad to see again the Senna’s family represented by Ayrton’s nephew and niece, motor racing driver Bruno and Bianca. Guests were welcomed by the famous Brazilian Sport TV host, Reginaldo Leme, close friend of Ayrton, who has commented all his races, and who brought some additional memories to the celebration.

Bianca & Bruno Senna

Under the impulsion of Jean-Claude Biver who also knows well Viviane Senna, Ayrton’s sister and Bruno’s mother, TAG Heuer is proud to team up again with the Senna’s Family and create this special collection which will also support the Family’s Institute named after the tri times F1 champion.

Jean-Claude Biver stated: “I’m very proud to reconnect TAG Heuer with Ayrton Senna who was very close to the brand. The Senna Special Edition watches will contribute to support the Senna’s family’s remarkable legacy and charitable work for the kids, because we believe that education is the best way for children to escape poverty, crime and their ghetto. Thanks to education, children can choose a job, make a living and start to get independent from their ghetto and from crime. I’m also proud to redeploy TAG Heuer in Brazil, thanks to our partner and friend Freddy Rabbat. The Brazilian market is very important for TAG Heuer as it represents one of the biggest potential for the brand. Not only because the market is huge, but also because Brazilians like the TAG Heuer style.

Mr. Biver & Norton Labes (TAG Boutique retailer in SP)

Ayrton Senna symbolized so many of the brand values: determination, innovation, love for speed, pushing boundaries...

When the Brazilian Legend appeared on stage in classic racing attire, dressed in overalls and with his helmet held beneath his arm. The audience was dazzled. Using a sample of pre-existing audio, Ayrton glanced at his watch before addressing the audience:

“I just love racing. I just love the challenge of beating somebody else.”

“When you are under a lot of pressure, the objective is to be the one that can put together the combination of aggression and calculation that will get the best result. And, more than anything, you need a very clear mind to understand exactly when to be aggressive and when to be calculating.

“To win the championship, you need the combination of those elements.”

Christian Weissbach & Bruno Senna

Ayrton was then joined on-stage by his nephew, who spoke about his memories of growing up with him. Bruno said: “I admire Ayrton so much because he was not only a great race car driver, but he was also an amazing human being. He was able to reach to people in so many different levels because he was a man with great values, integrity and determination.”

Ayrton Senna's return to TAG Heuer also marked the reveal of the Senna Collection comprised of four new special-edition timepieces and new dedicated advertising campaign.

Each watch features the famous stylized Senna ‘S’ in red lacquer, on the dial, case back and bezel, complete with a tachymeter scale, giving the timepiece real racing spirit and Senna’s performance touch. The iconic ‘Legend’ bracelet, with its S-shaped links, also makes a return – the same style worn by Ayrton but redesigned and rounded for optimum comfort.

- The TAG Heuer Formula 1 Chronograph Senna Edition
A 43mm-diameter quartz chronograph measuring to the nearest tenth of a second and with date function. Anthracite grey dial, three counters and elegant touches of ‘Legend’ red to give it the racing spirit – the same red as the famous stylized Senna ‘S’, on the dial, case back and bezel, complete with a tachymeter scale. The timepiece is completed by the famous ‘Legend’ steel bracelet to give a unique exclusive style touch of the Senna brand. Ref: CAZ1012.BA0883

- The TAG Heuer Formula 1 Chronograph Senna Edition
A 43mm-diameter quartz chronograph measuring to the nearest tenth of a second and with date function. Also available with a black dial, three counters, and touches of yellow and green – a reference to the colors of Ayrton’s racing helmet, which are also the national colors of Brazil. Ref: CAZ1013.BA0883

- The TAG Heuer Carrera Calibre 16 Chronograph Senna Edition
A 44mm-diameter automatic chronograph with date function. Anthracite grey sunray dial and three counters. The watch also features the famous stylized Senna ‘S’ in red lacquer, on the dial, case back and bezel, with a tachymeter scale. Elegant touches of ‘Legend’ red, the same shade as the Senna ‘S’, also accentuate the watch's racing spirit and Senna brand ́s performance style. The timepiece is completed by the ‘Legend’ steel bracelet. Ref: CBB2010.BA0906

- The TAG Heuer Carrera Calibre 16 Chronograph Senna Edition
A 44mm-diameter automatic chronograph, available in an ultra-light black titanium version, equipped with a rubber strap with a dynamic tire-tread design. Ref: CBB2080.FT6042