Whether you're a fan or not, Cristiano Ronaldo's remarkable endurance in football commands respect. Recently celebrating his 40th birthday, the Manchester United and Real Madrid legend continues ...

But he is also "perfect for the internet, too", exemplifying its "obsessions" with his "muscles, beauty, success, money". Ronaldo is unique in being able to "straddle two intersecting planes ...

Cristiano Ronaldo was the highest paid athlete of last year. / IMAGO/Naushad Across all teams, countries and sports, Cristiano Ronaldo emerged as the highest paid athlete of 2024. The richest ...