Shanghai, April 14, 2016 - Rolex, Switzerland's leading watch brand, has become the fourth consecutive year as the 2016 FIA Formula One World Championship ™ arrives in Shanghai with the much anticipated 2016 FORMULA 1 PIRELLI CHINESE GRAND PRIX. Formula 1® Global Partner and Competition Timepieces. With the launch of the FORMULA 1 ROLEX AUSTRALIAN GRAND PRIX, the FIA ​​Formula One World Championship ™ kicked off in March, marking the longest season in the sport with a record number of 21 Grand Prix finals. This year's calendar includes the return of the 2016 FORMULA 1 GRAND PRIX OF EUROPE, which made its first visit to Azerbaijan, and the July FORMULA 1 GROSSER PREIS VON DEUTSCHLAND. The Formula 1® lineup also extends to 22 teams from 11 teams, including the new Haas F1® Championship, the first All American driver lineup in 30 years, and Renault Sport, which previously acquired Lotus F1® Formula One ™ team. Formula 1® has undergone a number of significant changes since Rolex became a Formula 1® global partner and competition timepiece in 2013, providing not only a fantastic racing experience for fans, but also a constant challenge for teams and drivers , Bringing together innovative and sustainable technologies. This season, with a global footprint across five continents, combined with changes in racing and technical rules, is bound to prompt riders and teams to achieve unprecedented precision and performance. It is this relentless pursuit of excellence and a strong desire to constantly push the boundaries of Rolex and Formula 1®. Arnaud Boetsch, Rolex Communications and Image Director, said: "The common pursuit of performance, innovation and top-notch technology makes motor racing an integral part of the Rolex culture Every year, Formula 1® is a passionate racing feast for racing fans around the world, and it is an honor to partner with Formula 1® for its high level of racing and its impressive track performance Part of the exciting event. " Rolex and Formula 1® The long-standing partnership between Rolex and Formula 1® underscores the close relationship between the Swiss watch brand and first-class motorsport. Watches and racing these two different areas, with common ideas into the forefront. In keeping with its passion for speed and the pursuit of superior performance, Rolex introduced the Cosmograph Daytona, a supreme racing watch in 1963, and has forged profound co-operation with several established drivers over the past 50 years Including the FIA ​​Formula One World Championship ™ Triple Crown Sir Jackie Stewart.