Courtside Heritage: The Albion Watch at Wimbledon with Sean Hodkin
Courtside Heritage: The Albion Watch at Wimbledon with Sean Hodkin
There are few events that embody British tradition quite like Wimbledon. With its pristine lawns, timeless dress code, and strawberries-and-cream ritual, it remains one of the most iconic sporting stages in the world. But this year, among the action behind the scenes, something quietly special made its way onto some of the famous grass courts: a Harold Pinchbeck Albion watch.
British tennis player Sean Hodkin, part of the elite hitting supporting professional players, took to the courts in unmistakable style — wearing our Union Jack dial Albion on his wrist.
A Modern Watch with Historic Pride
The Albion is one of our boldest timepieces — a confident expression of British character. Its most striking feature, a subtly stylised Union Jack dial, is a modern interpretation of national pride. It’s a design that celebrates British heritage not with noise, but with purpose — much like Wimbledon itself.
Built in the shadow of Lincoln Cathedral, the Albion is assembled by hand in our workshop and powered by a reliable Swiss automatic movement. It’s a watch that speaks to those who understand that style doesn’t shout — it endures.
Sean Hodkin: Young Talent, Quiet Confidence
Sean is no stranger to discipline, tradition, and performance — qualities that align closely with our own watchmaking values. As part of Wimbledon’s dedicated hitting team, he trains daily with some of the biggest names in the game. His choice to wear a Pinchbeck watch during such a proud professional moment speaks to the kind of quiet confidence our brand stands for.
We’ve always believed a watch should go with you — not stay in a box. That it should be worn through the moments that matter. Sean did just that, taking his Albion into one of the most revered sporting arenas in the world.
A Perfect Match
To see a British-made watch on the wrist of a British tennis player, at Britain’s most beloved tennis tournament, is more than just a lovely moment — it’s a reminder of what we do at Pinchbeck.
We craft watches for the kind of people who value story, craftsmanship, and legacy. People like Sean. People like you.
So whether you're watching from Centre Court or catching highlights over tea, remember that British timekeeping is alive and well — and it’s ticking steadily beneath the Union Jack dial of the Albion.
And while Sean was on court, his long-term partner was courtside — proudly wearing his Albion watch as she cheered him on. Proof, if ever it was needed, that a great timepiece doesn’t just belong to one wrist. Built for men, borrowed by the ones who love them.
