Culture: Hublot's Iconic Watches & Signature Partnerships in the sport of Football

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Culture: Hublot's Iconic Watches & Signature Partnerships in the sport of Football

Hublot, one of the world’s most elite watchmakers in the world of luxury, has redefined and reshaped the very spirit of innovation and style. Hublot watches are not ‘just wristwatches’. 
Every Hublot is an elegant reflection of the brand's commitment to perfection.

Hublot formed remarkable partnerships with the world's premier clubs, athletes, and teams, ranging from the electrifying crowds of football stadiums to exhilarating Formula One Grand Prix’s. Hublot's brand presence and connection with sports transcends mere sponsorships; it's an expression of passion, performance, and exquisite craftsmanship.

Hublot and Football: The Perfect ‘Match’

The ‘Art of Fusion’: Where Tradition Meets Innovation

Hublot's watchmaking philosophy, called the ‘Art of Fusion’, emphasises the ideal blend of traditional craftsmanship and cutting-edge technology. This philosophy is reflected in the brand's sporting collaborations, where innovation and fierce athletic spirit meet.

Whether designing watches for high-performance racing or honouring iconic football moments, Hublot's dedication to precision and creativity shines through in every watch, perfectly harmonising with the competitive nature of the respective disciplines.

Hublot Icons on and off the Field

Hublot's partnership with the one of the world's favourite sports has birthed iconic gems for watch enthusiasts and collectors worldwide.

These unique timepieces and designs highlight key achievements in the sport, be it collaborations with championship winning clubs or FIFA World cups.

Hublot Big Bang Referee 2018 Fifa World Cup Russia

This unique timepiece was specially developed for the World Cup in 2018 hosted by Russia. It was famous for its in-built VAR (Video Assistant Referee) System. This timepiece sported a standby system that enabled instant access to the remaining time of a match.

The motion detection device also gave officials and spectators a complete angle view of motion that  they could interact with. Enhancing the in-person experience of the world cup. 

Hublot smartwatch featuring the FIFA World Cup Russia 2018 display, surrounded by national flags, with a stainless steel case, black rubber strap, and VAR (Video Assistant Referee) functionality.

Key Features:

    Design: Solid 49mm titanium case with a 35.4mm LED screen with interchangeable straps making it the perfect utility watch.

    Personalised Football Focused Functionality: You can select your favourite team and receive personalised updates such as - detailed match statistics, countdown to FIFA matches, notifications and goals scored.

    Smartwatch Technology: Featuring GoogleOS, this watch integrated features like notification for calls, messages and GPS, making it your ideal smartwatch.

    Hublot Big Bang Unico Chelsea FC

    On the 17th of November 2017, Hublot extended its affiliation with the Premier League's Chelsea FC by launching a special edition of the Big Bang Unico that was dedicated to the club. It featured the beloved signature colours of Chelsea FC and came with a beautiful 45mm ceramic case with an automatic chronograph intra-movement.

    Close-up of the Hublot Big Bang Unico Chelsea FC limited edition watch, showcasing the blue chronograph dial with Chelsea FC crest and stainless steel case back engraved with the Chelsea Football Club logo.


    Key Features:

    Design:

    • 44mm brushed stainless steel case with polished beveled corners.


    • Beautiful Alligator leather strap with black rubber lining for durability.


    • Blue Texalium and carbon fiber bezel secured with six signature Hublot "H" titanium screws.


    • Blue dial with sunray finish, featuring silver sub-dials and a polished Chelsea FC lion logo at 12  o'clock.

    Special Chelsea FC Details:

    • Engraved “SW6” on the 9 o'clock sub-dial, referencing the postcode of Stamford Bridge stadium.

    • Sapphire crystal case back with the Chelsea FC badge.

    • Comes in a custom box with a certificate signed by Chelsea players and a Chelsea jersey.

    Movement:

    • Powered by Hublot's Caliber HUB 4100 automatic movement.

    • Chronograph functionality includes a 30-minute counter, 12-hour counter, and central seconds hand.

    • 42-hour power reserve.

    Find the perfect Hublot Big Bang for you at Johnson & Co’s flagship store in New Delhi.
    Browse the latest collection here.

    Hublot King Power Juventus

    Hublot released a special edition of its popular Big Bang for its collaboration with Italia's famed club - Juventus. This timepiece sports a 48mm carbon-fiber case, a skeleton dial and is styled in the club's black and white colours. The watch was created as a tribute to Juventus' storied history, and limited to 200 pieces only.

    Hublot King Power Juventus watch featuring a black carbon fiber case, skeleton dial with the Juventus logo, white and black leather strap, and a transparent case back revealing the intricate mechanical movement.

    Key Features:

    Design: Extremely lightweight, heat resistant Carbon Fibre Case 48mm Case with a white leather strap with black stitching is inspired by the club's branding.

    Movement: Features a HUB4245 chronograph movement, optimized for football, with a unique central two-needle design to track match intervals efficiently.

    Limited Edition: Only 200 numbered pieces made for fans and collectors.

    View our finest collection of Hublot Big Bang here, or at our flagship Delhi store here.
    Our expert sales team (available over call & WhatsApp) can assist you in finding the perfect Hublot Big Bang for you.

    Sported by Football’s most iconic stars

    Athletes like José Mourinho, Kylian Mbappé, and Pelé embody the perfect fusion of football excellence and Hublot’s commitment to precision timekeeping.

    Hublot friends and brand ambassadors featuring - Kylian Mbappé, Pelé, Jose Mourinho and Alexia Putellas

    Kylian Mbappé

    Considered one of the best players of the world, for his strong in-game analysis, powerful acceleration and unpredictability. Mbappé was named as Hublot's ambassador for Football. 

    Péle

    Péle partnered with Hublot as a brand ambassador and was part of the 'Hublot loves Football' campaign. Péle is respected as one of the world's greatest players.

    Trivia: There is a widely shared story that a ceasefire was sanctioned during the Nigerian Civil War so both sides could watch Péle play in an exhibition match in Lagos, Nigeria. 

    José Mourinho

    Often known as 'The Chosen One', the celebrated manager partnered with Hublot as a brand ambassador. He was featured in many campaigns for his global influence in Football. 

    Alexia Putellas

    Hublot proudly partners with Alexia Putellas, a two-time Ballon d'Or Féminin winner and an icon of women's football. This collaboration highlights Hublot's commitment to championing excellence, innovation, and equality in sports.

    FIFA World Cup Sponsorship

    The branded referee boards at the World Cup are Hublot's pursuit of accuracy and representation of sporty elegance at the highly regarded and decisive level of global football.

    Branded Hublot referee boards for the World Cup

    Hublot’s Role in Promoting Equality -
    Women's Football

    Hublot has also made a mark in supporting women’s football, contributing to the growth and visibility of the sport on a global scale.

    FIFA Women’s World Cup

    By being a proud partner of the FIFA Women’s World Cup, Hublot continues its mission of promoting inclusivity, equality, and excellence within sports.

    Hublot branded referee boards at the Womens World Cup

    Why Hublot Stands Out in the World of Sports

    Hublot joins athletes and events to create watches that capture the emotion and passion of sport like football – through its signature timepieces. Each piece holds a memory of timeless innovation and style. 
    The Swiss watchmaker from being the timekeeper for FIFA World Cup since 2006 to partnering with renowned athletes and clubs like Bayern Munich, and Paris Saint-Germain has meticulously offered precision and innovation in the sporting world. Its limited editions transcend luxury using technological advancements and materials like magic gold and carbon fiber; increasing the longevity and making it more durable. 
    Its universal appeal reaches beyond the field, connecting watch enthusiasts from across the globe, united over football, truly surpassing culture from every corner of the globe. 

    Looking to Buy a Hublot?

    Find your Hublot at Johnson & Co. - Delhi’s trusted dealers of Hublot watches. View our finest collection here. Or, schedule a visit to our flagship store here.

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