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Messi’s Winning Style: Spotted Wearing Hublot’s Limited Edition Big Bang Unico AFA


 

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Lionel Messi, a living football legend, was recently spotted sporting a timepiece that carries as much significance as his illustrious career a Hublot! For the first time, Messi was seen with the 24-piece limited edition Hublot Big Bang Unico ‘Asociación del Fútbol Argentino’ (AFA), a watch designed to commemorate Argentina’s 2002 FIFA World Cup triumph. It’s not just a watch; it’s a bold celebration of Messi’s crowning achievement on the international stage.

The watch, much like Messi himself, is a game-changer. The Big Bang Unico AFA features a striking blue ceramic bezel, reminiscent of Argentina’s signature team colors. Encasing the skeletonized dial, the bezel’s bold hue represents more than just aesthetics; it mirrors the unity and spirit of Argentina during their victorious World Cup campaign.

Now, let’s talk mechanics. The skeletonized dial allows us a peek at the complex flyback chronograph movement inside. For those unfamiliar, a flyback chronograph allows the wearer to reset and start timing instantly, without needing to stop the previous timer first. It’s sleek, efficient, and built for precision just like Messi’s legendary footwork.

The craftsmanship doesn’t stop there. The watch’s blue ceramic bezel sits upon a robust 45 mm case, making it both stylish and formidable. The sleek design doesn’t just capture the eyes of watch enthusiasts it symbolizes the technical prowess that Hublot has been perfecting for years. Much like Messi’s perfect passes, the meticulous details of the watch are impossible to overlook. Even with all that power, it remains as light and agile as a footballer darting past defenders.

Only 24 pieces of this model exist, making it as exclusive as Messi’s achievements. Hublot timed this collaboration perfectly, capitalizing on the emotional high of Argentina’s World Cup win, and it’s no surprise Messi was the perfect figure to showcase this rare piece.

The watch isn’t just a token of the past; it’s a reminder of greatness. And with Messi wearing it proudly, it’s clear that the synergy between football and luxury watches is alive and kicking. It’s the ultimate intersection of sporting history and high-end horology, and Messi just scored yet another victory this time, in the fashion arena.

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