{
  "id": 12916211,
  "title": "Cristiano Ronaldo’s $1.65 million watch has 16 moving pistons; netizens say, ‘But does not know it’s time to retire’",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/08/cristiano-ronaldos-1-65-million-watch-has-16-moving-pistons-netizens",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-08T17:30:46.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Indian Express",
    "slug": "the-indian-express",
    "url": "https://indianexpress.com/article/lifestyle/fashion/cristiano-ronaldo-rs-15-crore-custom-bugatti-watch-10907202/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Cristiano Ronaldo recently caught the eye of many with his eye-catching $1.65 million watch, the Jacob & Co. Bugatti Chiron Tourbillon. Crafted from a striking orange sapphire crystal, this one-of-a-kind timepiece is a testament to Ronaldo's long-standing relationship with the brand's founder, Jacob Arabo. The watch was created nearly two decades ago, making it a true collector's item.\n\nUpon the watch's reveal, the internet was abuzz with admiration, as well as a few snarky comments. Some netizens praised Ronaldo's opulent choice, while others joked about his \"generational wealth\" and questioned whether he knew when it was time to retire his extravagant accessories.\n\nThe watch itself is a marvel of engineering and design, inspired by Bugatti Automobiles' Chiron hypercar. It boasts a miniature W16 engine at its center, complete with 16 pistons that come to life for 15 seconds when a button is pressed. Additionally, the watch features a 30-degree inclined flying tourbillon and Jacob & Co.'s hand-wound JCAM37 movement, which contains 578 components and a 60-hour power reserve.\n\nRather than traditional side crowns, the watch has three separate crowns positioned on the 6 o'clock flank of the case. The left crown sets the time on the central hour and minute dial, the center crown winds the movement clockwise, and the right crown activates the W16 engine-block animation. The watch's external case mirrors the Bugatti Chiron's iconic shape, featuring a glass-and-metal volume that echoes the car's signature design elements.",
  "summary": null,
  "key_points": [
    "Cristiano Ronaldo owns $1.65 million Jacob & Co. Bugatti Chiron Tourbillon watch",
    "Watch features 16 moving pistons inspired by Bugatti Chiron hypercar",
    "Netizens comment on watch's extravagance and Ronaldo's generational wealth"
  ],
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  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "The Indian Express - Lifestyle",
        "title": "Cristiano Ronaldo’s $1.65 million watch has 16 moving pistons; netizens say, ‘But does not know it’s time to retire’",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/08/cristiano-ronaldos-1-65-million-watch-has-16-moving-pistons-netizens-12918881",
        "published": "2026-10-08T17:30:46.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}