Published 15:49 IST, October 28th 2024

24-year-old Chinese Fan Cycles 13000 Km From East China To Meet 'Idol' Cristiano Ronaldo In Riyadh

A Superfan travelled 13000 KMs in six months from East China to Saudi Arabia's Capital just to meet star Portuguese forward, Cristiano Ronaldo.

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fanfare for Cristiano Ronaldo is unparalleled, as his tenacity and commitment towards game have elevated him to a different level. superstar Portuguese has a sea of fans pour down wherever he pays a visit, eir for matches or for some or reason. CR7's humble nature towards his fans makes him an instant favourite among all, and one of his fans took extreme level to meet him in person. A 24-year-old football fan who idolizes Cristiano Ronaldo travelled from East China to Riyh, Saudi Arabia, on a bicycle, which is a 13000 km journey.

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Chinese Superfan meets Cristiano Ronaldo In Riyh After Travelling 13000 KMs in Six Months

One of Cristiano Ronaldo's fans recently travelled through countries to meet his idol in person. But it isn't any trip that any person would think of. A Chinese man who goes by surname of Gong decided to travel to Saudi Arabia Capital after he couldn't meet Cristiano Ronaldo after his China Trip was cancelled in February. As per South China Morning Post, Hong hailed from East China's Anhui Province and did not have enough money to buy an aeroplane ticket to meet him. He n began his journey to meet CR7 back on March 18th, 2024, and it took him six months to reach Riyh. He crossed through seven countries before reaching Saudi. He even reportedly h a high fever in Armenia, passed out on side of ro, and was given free medical care re.

Reports ded that Gong h "60,000mAh power banks, a tent, cooking utensils, clos, and some life essentials." Throughout his six-month trip, he often survived on bre in countries where he couldn't afford to buy food due to high prices. Gong finally reached Riyh on October 10th, but he was not in city as he was in Europe. But Al-Nassr set up a one-minute meeting so he could meet Portuguese superstar.

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"I have met my hero," fan exclaimed in glee after his meeting Ronaldo. He also received a CR7 & Al-Nassr Jersey and also got a banner signed by star forward which he brought on his trip. “What I dream of is true love and freedom,” was written on banner, apart from his friends' names.

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15:49 IST, October 28th 2024