Cover Miwa Sakai, Ricardo Guadalupe, David Trezeguet and Aldana Florencia at the Hublot Loves Football party in Kuala Lumpur
Miwa Sakai, Ricardo Guadalupe, David Trezeguet and Aldana Florencia at the Hublot Loves Football party in Kuala Lumpur
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The Friend of Hublot was in Kuala Lumpur with CEO Ricardo Guadalupe to celebrate the opening of Hublot's boutique in The Exchange TRX mall
Hublot celebrated the grand opening of its latest boutique at The Exchange TRX, graced by CEO Ricardo Guadalupe and football legend David Trezeguet. The event, also attended by JDT football club members, ignited a football frenzy throughout the mall.
Tatler GMT spent a few minutes catching up with Guadalupe and Trezeguet.
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How do you apply the Art of Fusion in Hublot's football partnerships?
Ricardo Guadalupe (RG): The football partnerships are also part of our philosophy of being the first, unique, and different. [Hublot] is the first luxury watch brand to venture into football. Football has made the brand known to millions of people worldwide.
How did the partnership with Hublot begin?
David Trezeguet (DT): It started in 2015 when I was the ambassador for Juventus. I already knew about Hublot back then. (Trezeguet officially joined Hublot’s Friend of the Brand in 2016.)
Above Ricardo Guadalupe, CEO of Hublot, at the Hublot boutique in The Exchange TRX, Kuala Lumpur
Ricardo Guadalupe, CEO of Hublot, at the Hublot boutique in The Exchange TRX, Kuala Lumpur
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How would you describe your working relationship?
DT: It has been absolutely amazing. I feel a great connection with Hublot because they represent professionalism and beauty. It feels like a family.
RG: The friendship aspect is important. As a partner, we have to understand each other and fit well together. We talk about life, we talk about football, and more importantly, we have a shared passion.
What do football and watchmaking have in common?
DT: The pursuit of perfection.
Why do you find football so appealing?
RG: It’s a sport that is accessible to everyone; as long as you have a ball, you can play football. This universal accessibility is the essence of its charm. While some may argue that football lacks luxury, its widespread appeal is precisely what elevates it. Football also fuels aspirations, inspiring people to dream of their own success.
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Above David Trezeguet at the Hublot boutique in The Exchange TRX, Kuala Lumpur
David Trezeguet at the Hublot boutique in The Exchange TRX, Kuala Lumpur
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What is your most memorable football moment?
DT: When France won the World Cup in 2018. As an athlete and a sportsperson, that victory was absolutely unforgettable.
RG: Hublot invites many people to the World Cup to create what we call the Hublot vibe. That way, we can have memorable moments together at a great event.
David, who is your football idol?
DT: Gabriel Batistuta
And what is your favourite stadium to play in?
DT: Santiago Bernabéu Stadium in Madrid.
Above David Trezeguet signing a football for a fan at the opening of Hublot in The Exchange TRX mall in Kuala Lumpur
David Trezeguet signing a football for a fan at the opening of Hublot in The Exchange TRX mall in Kuala Lumpur
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Brian Cheong leads the watch (Tatler GMT) and jewellery content at Tatler Malaysia, combining sharp editorial insight with years of luxury lifestyle experience. A seasoned journalist in luxury watches based in Kuala Lumpur, Brian had previously helmed World of Watches, Men's Folio and Prestige Malaysia.
