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CR7 (28 Years Old)

Surely you can't be surprised....right?

The numero uno at Real Madrid, on and off the pitch. To the boo-boys this may sound like a dead obvious answer, but what makes him the best?. There are many aspects that gets you to the top in this department, you need things to go your way & Ronaldo has it all.

Let us begun with where the skillful Portuguese forward started...

GASP!!...yes this is Cristiano Ronaldo, now at this time Cristiano had braces, his hair (which he thought was cool) was not up to scratch and he had the skinny teen look on lock.

Now the day he arrived at Old Trafford from Sporting Lisbon he wore a jumper of some sorts...odd colors and pattern. His jeans were too big, his hair had some Alien vs Predator vibe going on and...I could go on but this is the point I want to make. He wasn't born perfect...he had to progress to success!

As mentioned Cristiano has always had a drive for perfection, the good people at Manchester did help a lot but he needed to make the changes. Apart from being an outstanding footballer if asked about Ronaldo, the one thing most people will mention about him is? HIS PHYSIQUE

2004 - Let the transformation begin!

Guess who had been 'shooting in the gym', influenced by his good friend Rio Ferdinand to spend more time in the gym before and after training, Ronaldo blossomed into a crisp-cut athletic build. As Drake says in 'Say What's Real' Transitioning from fitting in to standing out

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We have established that Cristiano has the physique to be #1 now its time for the machines...

CR7 has a vast collection of vehicles from a Bently, Aston Martin, Ferrari California, Audi Q7, Maserati etc but none compare to the 'Batmobile'.

When CR7 turned 27 he bought himself a birthday present, the Lamborghini Aventador...this bad boy does 0-100 in 2.9 seconds, costs a hefty R3.6-4.5 Million. When he arrives to training, you won't just see him, you'll hear him from a mile away. Ronaldo isn't one to shy away from the spotlight, he is a superstar...he enjoys the limelight.

What else makes CR7 the outstanding front runner?...to live this life you have to earn big and this lad certainly does. Forbes recorded in 2012 that CR7 is worth a cool 45Million US, let us do a quick tally up.

Salary Winnings : $20.5 Million
Endorsements : $20.Million (Nike, Castrol & Konami) Major sponsors

Ronaldo has the highest football salary in any league, including bonuses. He earns even more off the pitch, thanks to deals with Nike, Castrol, Konami and others. The Portuguese winger has more Facebook fans than any other athlete in the world. He is the 9th highest paid athlete in the world, and overall 44th celeb in the world.

(Laughing all the way to the bank amigos)

We could stop there, but it is only right to fully establish why CR7 is #1

Ronaldo has come a long way from the dreadfu,l weird jumper days, he has transcended into a fashion and style icon. Ronaldo has a love for fashion, having started his own brand of clothing with his sisters in Portugal. The line is called CR7, the stores are mainly based in Portugal. The style is similar to what Ronaldo likes to wear, there are women's and children's sections as well.

Ronaldo has a massive collection of clothing, he enjoys a formal-casual style with a slight twist of dapper. Much like his other team-mates, Ronaldo enjoys to rock the Italian brands, with a mix of his own line CR7.

Nike have also made a range of CR7 clothing, Ronaldo is not really seen wearing any of these items but models and creates interest for others to buy.

In 2010 Ronaldo joined forces with legendary designer Giorgio Armani, CR7 modeled briefs & jeans for the brand, taking over from David Beckham.

CR's favorite clothing brand is Gucci, you will often see him wearing a Gucci scarf, belt or hat. In terms of style, CR7 is always in trend because he often sets it. With his hair, ear-rings, watches you name it. Ronaldo has been successful in this game because he has not been afraid to change, but still keeps it unique, flashy and personal. He has appeared in countless magazine shoots, adverts you name it...he has done it.

In the dressing room with the lads, the topic that's usually up for discussion is, who do you fancy? or who are you dating?.

At Real Madrid Ronaldo wins here yet again, she is the rival to Iker's beautiful lady Sara but she has to take the crown. Meet Irina Shayk...

Irina is a model, made famous by her appearances in Sports Illustrated swimsuit shoots, the two have been together for a good time now and reports suggest the two are engaged. Nothing has been confirmed, but it seems more likely that the two love birds will tie the knot at some stage.

In the off-season Ronaldo enjoys spending time at the beach tanning. He also enjoys partying and spending quality time with his gilfriend, team-mates, family and friends. His party days have been limited since dating Irina but he does enjoy a good time out now and again.

There we have it, that's what makes Cristiano Ronaldo our #1 Bling-Boy at Real Madrid, he has it all but as mentioned he had to work hard to get here. It is hard to find the balance of doing the business on the field and of it but CR has found the secret. He refuse to settle for anything less than the very best, it is a mentality that is unquestionable. Parabens (Congratulations) CR7 you are indeed the ultimate swagger-king in your team.

If you would like to follow Cristiano you can do so on his various social network handles