CONOR McGREGOR might already be worried after sharing an astonishing Euro 2024 bet on Cristiano Ronaldo. The UFC icon could be sharing his tears too next month unless the Portugal record-beaker improves on his start in Germany..
.! "Notorious" posted on social media his $60,000 (£50,745) wager backing Ronaldo to win the Golden Boot, with £761,310 winnings at stake. So the Irishman must have been punching the air in frustration when the 39-year-old hit the bar but failed to net against the Czech Republic.
Portugal, however, roared back to triumph 2-1 in their group opener . That means Roberto Martinez 's men are looking good to justify their status as one of the pre-tournament favourites. An extended run should mean more game-time for Ronaldo - and more hope for McGregor, who sat ringside with the ex- Manchester United hero at boxing in Saudi Arabia last December.
The former UFC featherweight and lightweight king shared his bet with fans and added the words: "60 G’s on @Cristiano to retain his Euro Golden Boot. Siuuu!" "Great start," posted one fan ruefully after Ronaldo's goalless first match. "Game recognises game," said another - but other viewers teased Notorious over his faltering flutter.
McGregor's frustration at Ron's blank night won't compare to the 35-year-old's annoyance at injury halting his octagon return. The MMA star was due to tackle Michael Chandler in the main event of UFC 303 in Las Vegas on June 29 McGregor might now have to wait until September to fight.