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Y-3 and Real Madrid present their Collaborative Matchwear Collection
Mumbai: Having launched a collaborative travel collection earlier this year, two titans, on and off the pitch, come together once again as Y-3 and Real Madrid present their collaborative Matchwear collection.
In a fusion of elegance and tradition, Y-3 and Real Madrid’s new premium range brings together fashion and the pinnacle of sport. The aesthetic vision centers on a signature rose motif that takes inspiration from the early days of the collaboration between adidas and Yohji Yamamoto, when roses were the graphic of choice and became the iconic signature of the renowned Japanese fashion designer.
The collection itself is highlighted by a purple 4th kit for both the Real Madrid Men’s and Women’s teams, constructed with moisture wicking HEAT.RDY technology to keep players feeling dry while performing on the biggest stage. Story and identity come together in the Matchwear kit through the colors of Real Madrid, where purple is a key shade within the club’s DNA. In addition to the 4th kit, the collection features two goalkeeper kits – one in black and one in orange – as well as a white pre-match selection including a top, a pair of shorts, and an anthem jacket.
From the pitch to the stands, Y-3 has also curated a selection of standout fanwear items, which perfectly encapsulate the label’s savoir-faire, including a T-shirt, a hoodie, a cross body bag, a cap, and a scarf. Alongside the collection, Y-3 and adidas are set to introduce a special edition Predator boot and Goalkeeper gloves.
Helping to bring the collection to life is a continuation of the campaign shot by London-based photographer Gabriel Moses. Featuring present day Real Madrid icons including Naomie Feller, Jude Bellingham, David Alaba, and Misa Rodríguez, the dynamic visuals tell a story of an unmatched sporting legacy, reimagined.
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IndiGo names William Walsh CEO
Former IATA chief to take charge in August after Elbers exit, Bhatia steers interim
India’s biggest airline has moved fast and gone global. InterGlobe Aviation, which operates IndiGo, has tapped aviation heavyweight William Walsh as chief executive officer, subject to regulatory approvals, marking a sharp pivot as the carrier eyes its next burst of expansion.
Walsh, currently director general at the International Air Transport Association, will step down on July 31, 2026, and is expected to take charge by August 3. The appointment comes barely three weeks after Pieter Elbers exited the corner office, with Rahul Bhatia holding the fort in the interim.
The choice signals intent. Walsh brings decades of cockpit-to-boardroom experience, having led British Airways and later International Airlines Group, the parent of Aer Lingus, Iberia and Vueling. His tenure across carriers has been defined by hard resets, restructurings and cross-border consolidation—skills IndiGo may need as competition intensifies and scale becomes decisive.
Vikram Singh Mehta, chairman and non-executive independent director of IndiGo, said Walsh’s experience in managing large-scale airline operations and navigating complex market dynamics makes him well-suited to lead IndiGo in an increasingly competitive global aviation environment, adding that the appointment marks a new chapter as the airline scales in one of the world’s fastest-growing markets.
Rahul Bhatia said Walsh’s global perspective, operational expertise and customer-focused approach would be critical as IndiGo enters its next phase of expansion.
Walsh, widely regarded as one of the industry’s most influential figures, will oversee overall management and strategic direction, with a mandate spanning operational performance, network expansion, commercial strategy and customer experience. He is expected to work closely with the board and leadership team to sharpen IndiGo’s growth trajectory.
Walsh said IndiGo has a strong foundation and is well-positioned to capitalise on the evolving aviation landscape, adding that he looks forward to fostering a culture of excellence, innovation and sustainable value creation across the organisation.
A new captain, a bigger runway—and a market that rewards scale. IndiGo is lining up for its next take-off.
