"How much do you weigh?" A rude question was posed to a legend during a live broadcast
Football legend Ronaldo faced an awkward question about his weight during a live broadcast with his former coach Fabio Capello.
During a live broadcast on Tuesday, football legend Ronaldo attended a Champions League match between his former club Inter and Bodø/Glimt. While there, he appeared in the Sky Sports studio where his former coach Fabio Capello unexpectedly asked him, "How much do you weigh now?" This question caught Ronaldo off guard, but he responded with humor, laughing and saying, "Again with this, isn't it enough already?" The interaction highlights the lingering scrutiny he faces regarding his weight.
Ronaldo and Capello have a history that dates back to their time together at Real Madrid, where Capello would weigh Ronaldo daily to ensure his fitness. Capello acknowledged Ronaldo's immense talent, stating, "He is the most talented player I have ever worked with," yet he also mentioned that Ronaldo's lifestyle left much to be desired. This juxtaposition emphasizes the challenges athletes often face in managing both their performance and personal health.
The question about Ronaldo's weight may also reflect broader issues related to body image and the pressures athletes endure. Ronaldo's previous struggles with weight gain, largely due to hypothyroidism, became a topic of public discussion during the latter part of his career. Such comments during live broadcasts reveal not only the personal experiences of athletes but also how their health and lifestyles are scrutinized in the media, raising questions about respect and the ethics of asking such questions in a public forum.