Omega counts down to the Olympic Games with the Seamaster Diver 300M Tokyo 2020.

Dive watches take the honours at Omega which is also refreshing its Constellation and De Ville Trésor collections, as well as adding precious stones to the Seamaster Aqua Terra.

Brands are whetting our appetite ahead of the big reveals for 2021 with a bevy of new chronographs.

Rivals in 2017, the two watchmakers meet again for this year’s America’s Cup. Omega, having lifted the Auld Mug several times, competes alongside the Defender, Emirates Team New Zealand, while Panerai is making a new bid, this time with Team Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli.

What began as cutting-edge innovation has revolutionised an entire sector. Hypertechnology is a key trend in watchmaking, embracing breakout technologies and mad ideas, extreme sports and a fascination with science fiction.

For brands that have made dive watches a speciality, safeguarding the oceans is high on their list of commitments to sustainable development.

Time is a valuable thing for anyone in a position of power, not least the head of a global superpower. What are the watches that US Presidents have worn, and what do they reveal about them?

With just a couple of days to go, there is still time to leave an extra gift under the tree. Let the Christmas spirit be your guide with this selection of watches in festive shades of green, red and gold. Enjoy!

Looking for gift ideas? A watch is always a welcome choice. Here are 15 suggestions to put under the tree.