Gennady Golovkin Honors Cristiano Ronaldo Following International Retirement

Cristiano Ronaldo, 41, has officially ended his 23-year international career with Portugal. The announcement follows a period of tension between the veteran forward and national team head coach Jorge Jesus, which included a 30-day suspension handed to Ronaldo by the Portuguese football federation in October.

In response to the news, retired boxing standout Gennady Golovkin left a message on social media for the soccer star. Golovkin referred to Ronaldo as a 'true legend' and expressed that his legacy would continue to inspire people globally.

Golovkin concluded his own professional boxing career in 2022 with a final record of 42-2-1. Since November 2025, the former champion has served as the President of World Boxing.