Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodriguez bring superstar cool to re-naming of Madeira Airport in his name
CRISTIANO RONALDO gave humble thanks to the people of his home town at the official renaming of the Madeira airport.
The Real Madrid icon took to the stage in front of an adoring crowd as he and girlfriend Georgina Rodriguez brought glamour and stardust to the proceedings.
Georgina Rodriguez wows the crowd as Cristiano Ronaldo’s stunning girlfriend shows up to the unveiling of his airport nameGetty Images
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While stunning partner Rodriguez donned jeans and a pale suit jacket over a black top as she provided a welcome contrast to the formal attire by sporting a smart-casual look in Santa Cruz.
Cristiano Ronaldo addresses the crowd at the newly named Cristiano Ronaldo International AirportGetty ImagesCristiano Ronaldo keeps his distance from the bronze bust supposed to look like himGetty ImagesCristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodriguez mingle after the ceremonyGetty Images
“Seeing my name being given to this airport is something very special, everyone knows that I am proud of my country and my especially my home city.
“Thank you very much to the President of the Regional Government for having had the Courage and the firmness to do it.”
Locally there had been some critics of the decision to rename the airport after a footballer.
Georgina Rodriguez struts her stuff as she arrives at the launch of the airport’s new nameGetty ImagesGeorgina Rodriguez looks stunning as she arrives at the eventGetty Images
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But Ronaldo insisted he did not ask for the tribute, yet was honoured to accept it.
He added: “My friend Miguel Albuquerque, I never asked for this, but I’m not a hypocrite, and I’m happy and honored.
“I know some people do not agree and I know some people who are not here would be happy for this moment.
“I will try to dignify Portugal and especially Madeira with a spirit of sacrifice, dignity and passion.”
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