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Prarthana Prakash

Why LVMH’s $1 billion Formula One bet is more than the average luxury partnership

Christian Horner, Team Principal of Oracle Red Bull Racing with Bernard Arnault, CEO of LVMH and his sons Alexandre, Frederic, and Jean. (Credit: Mark Thompson—Getty Images)

When LVMH inked an estimated $1 billion deal with Formula One late last year, it marked a turning point for the luxury company’s involvement in sports. 

F1 is the most elite motorsport, with 24 races worldwide. LVMH’s 10-year collaboration involves three of its brands participating in the events, including Tag Heuer replacing Rolex as the official timekeeper and bespoke Louis Vuitton trophy trunks being gifted to winners. 

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