The 7 stages of Cristiano Ronaldo's instantly iconic celebration
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It was always going to be Cristiano Ronaldo.
The superlative Portuguese slotted home an emphatic penalty to give Real Madrid its second Champions League title in three years on Saturday, as Los Blancos topped Atletico Madrid once again, this time emerging triumphant, winning 5-3 from the spot.
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Ronaldo, who has now captured the crown three times in his decorated career, celebrated by tearing his shirt off and roaring in euphoria. His celebration, sure to become an instant classic, developed like a slow-motion film.
The moment of truth
"Everybody needs to see how ripped I am"
"Get this shirt off of me"
"Close enough"
"Si!"
"Put the team on my back"
"And scene"
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