[1] From an early age Watson had deep interest in motorsport, he took part in rallying events in his native New Zealand as a driver and co-driver.
This led to Watson deciding to pursue a career in motorsport but as a mechanic, where he moved to the UK to work with the Ford World Rally Team.
Eventually Watson decided to make the switch to single seaters, where he joined Paul Stewart Racing in Formula 3000.
[3] Watson remained at the Brackley outfit for eight years as it transitioned into Honda and later Brawn GP where he won a championship as Engineering Coordinator.
In that role he represented the team in discussions with the FIA and Sporting Working group as well as managing garage and logistical operations.