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Cristiano Ronaldo's influence is unmatched! Olympic athletes are already hitting the 'Suiii' celebration as Japan's Yuji Nishida copies CR7

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  • Olympics underway in Paris
  • Ronaldo influence already underway
  • Star's 'Suiii' celebration copied
  • WHAT HAPPENED?

    During the 2024 Olympics, which began this weekend, Japan's Yuji Nishida paid tribute to Al-Nassr and Portugal star Ronaldo with a 'Suiii' celebration after scoring a point in volleyball. Of course, the celebration has been seen in multiple sports but it is always traced back to the ex-Real Madrid and Manchester United legend.

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  • THE BIGGER PICTURE

    Ronaldo's influence is undoubtedly astonishing but he has somewhat struggled to live up to his own standards in recent months. At the European Championship, he was twice reduced to tears, first after missing a penalty, and then following Portugal's exit at the hands of France.

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    WHAT NEXT?

    Ronaldo is preparing for the new season. He has yet to win a trophy for Al-Nassr but will hope to change that this season.

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