The UEFA Euro 2024 has begun, and with it, there is a hum of excitement and questions of “Is it coming home?”. But while we hope for a miracle, we thought it would be interesting to look into a side of the European Championship that often goes unnoticed by the crowds but is absolutely crucial in every game – timekeeping.
Since 2008, Hublot has been the Official Watch of the UEFA Euro. So, as official stockists of Hublot watches, here we are delving into the brand’s role in football, particularly during the 2024 Euros, and exploring how we can help you purchase a Hublot timepiece for the occasion.
The History of Hublot and Football
The relationship between Hublot and football began in 2006 when it became the first luxury watch brand to become involved with the sport. This partnership was built on Hublot’s focus on the search for excellence and the brand’s passion for precision and technique, which align with football strategies.
Since then, Hublot has been made Official Timekeeper and Official Watch of FIFA, UEFA, and several prestigious clubs, with huge footballing names as ambassadors of the brand, including José Mourinho and Kylian Mbappé. There have been many special editions of Hublot watches over time to commemorate the partnership between the well-loved sport and the huge name in watchmaking.
What Is Hublot’s Role as Official Timekeeper?
As an Official Timekeeper, Hublot has a variety of roles within football, for example:
- The watch brand provides its timepieces to referees, typically the Hublot Big Bang watch.
- They will time every single match both on the pitch through the Unico-shaped Referee Board and on television screens across the globe via an on-screen Hublot graphic.
- When it is not football season, Hublot works with ambassadors, as mentioned above, creating campaigns and a buzz around the partnership.
As every second counts in football, precise timekeeping is key. In fact, the brand’s slogan, “Every second counts”, wants to emphasise this crucial aspect.
Hublot at Banks Lyon
We are proudly official stockists of Hublot watches here at Banks Lyon, offering both football fans and luxury timepiece enthusiasts the opportunity to purchase a watch from the brand. Whether you are looking for something to wear to the games or need a new dress watch for the after-party celebrations, we have something for you.
Hublot Big Bang Unico King Gold Ceramic 44MM
Mbappé is pictured above sporting the Hublot Big Bang Unico King Gold Ceramic 44MM. This piece is innovative, stylish, and a top choice for those wanting both the stand-out design features and hand-assembled tech that Hublot offers. Satin-finished in 18k king gold, this is a watch for those who want to be seen, making it an ideal piece for top footballers like Mbappé. The skeleton dial features red and white minute makers, as well as two round chronograph sub-dials at 3 and 9 o’clock and a Hublot logo below 12 o’clock.
In terms of functionality, it is powered by Hublot’s Unico chronograph flyback movement with Column Wheel and has been entirely hand-crafted with meticulous attention to detail to ensure, as the brand promotes, every second counts. It also has a range of impressive specs, such as a power reserve of 72 hours and water resistance of 100m.
You can purchase this timepiece from Banks Lyon for £35,800.00.
Hublot Big Bang Unico King Gold Rainbow 44mm Watch
If bold design and bright colours are more your thing, then we have the outstanding Hublot Big Bang Unico King Gold Rainbow 44mm Watch, which Mbappé famously owns. This extravagant piece is a spectacle of colour, adorned with 162 coloured gemstones, including:
- Rubies
- Pink Sapphires
- Amethysts
- Blue Sapphires
- Blue Topazes
- Tsavorites
- Yellow
- Orange Sapphires
The watch is incredibly lavish to look at and demands attention. And, with 100m water resistance, you could take it from swimming in the sea to the spa and straight to dinner without worrying about it getting damaged.
We are proud to offer this piece at Banks Lyon. You can purchase it for £85,000.00.
Hublot Watches on Finance
As a luxury watch brand with big footballing names adorning the pieces, we know that the price tags on Hublot watches are often on the higher end of the scale. Because of this, we offer Hublot watches on finance, giving you the opportunity to purchase these timepieces at a fraction of the initial cost and spread the rest however it works best for you. Whether you want to split the cost across six or sixty months, we allow you to do so (subject to status), meaning you could be wearing a Hublot Big Bang watch at the Euros this year, knowing you did not have to break the bank to do so.
So, we invite you to visit us in-store in Lancaster or Kendal to explore our range of Hublot watches. If you need help choosing your next timepiece from this brand, please don’t hesitate to get in touch using our handy Live Chat at the bottom right of our website. Alternatively, contact us via WhatsApp on 07751 807 041 to get help quickly from our friendly and knowledgeable team.