London - Bonhams will offer for charity the IWC Schaffhausen watch worn by legendary British Formula One™ racing driver and IWC Schaffhausen ambassador Lewis Hamilton on the podium of the 2024 Silverstone Grand Prix, his record-breaking ninth Silverstone win. Lewis Hamilton has accomplished more than any other driver, securing seven Formula One™ World Drivers' Championship titles, holding the record for the most wins, pole positions, and podium finishes. Bonhams will auction the watch from leading Swiss luxury watch manufacturer IWC Schaffhausen alongside a framed pair of signed gloves in an online sale that runs from 7-19 October on Bonhams.com. The Laureus x IWC Schaffhausen online sale will end to coincide with The Laureus Charity Night, which takes place in Zurich on 19 October.

The watch heading to auction is a IWC Pilot's Watch Performance Chronograph 41 Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Formula One™ Team, reference: IW38830, circa 2024.The watch worn by Lewis Hamilton on the podium of his record-breaking Silverstone win is offered along with a framed pair of original Lewis Hamilton's signed racing gloves worn during his legendary race, donated by Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One™ Team. The unique lot is offered with an estimate of CHF30,000-100,000.

The Laureus Charity Night is one of the most important fundraising events where money is raised for the Laureus Foundation Switzerland, founded in 2006 as a branch of the international foundation Laureus Sport for Good who use sport to enable children and adolescents to lead a positive and self-determined life. The foundation actively promotes the integration and personality development of children and adolescents with sport and the values it embodies. And it does so regardless of gender, origin, religion, social background or health restrictions.

Penny Andrews, Bonhams Head of Watches London, said: "We are delighted to take part in the charity night, offering the IWC Schaffhausen timepiece worn by renowned Formula One™ driver Lewis Hamilton on the podium of his significant win at this year's British Grand Prix™. The Laureus Charity Night is a notable event, where significant funds are raised for such a valuable cause, helping children find positivity through sports. The watch and accompanying framed signed gloves donated by Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One™ Team, will be available on Bonhams.com from 7-19 October with all proceeds donated to the charity."