In a striking crossover between global football and artificial intelligence, legendary footballer Cristiano Ronaldo has joined Perplexity AI as an investor. The announcement was made by the company’s Indian-origin co-founder and CEO Aravind Srinivas, who shared two photographs on Instagram alongside the football icon.
“It’s an honor to be able to partner with Cristiano Ronaldo and welcome him as an investor to Perplexity,” Srinivas wrote. “There’s a reason he’s the GOAT — he’s relentless and constantly researching the latest techniques to recover and push boundaries. We will work together to make Perplexity the best AI for asking questions!”
Ronaldo’s association with Perplexity marks a major moment for the tech company, currently valued in billions, and further solidifies Srinivas’s status as one of the world’s youngest and fastest-rising tech billionaires.
Social Media Reacts
The collaboration sparked an enthusiastic wave of reactions online. One user commented, “Elite collab. Love to see this happen.” Another wrote, “Unexpected collaboration. Awesome.” Some also praised Srinivas’s journey, with a user posting, “Congratulations! You’re the greatest Indian entrepreneur post-2000s.”
New ‘Ronaldo Hub’ for Fans
Perplexity announced that users can now explore a dedicated “Ronaldo Hub,” featuring unseen images from the footballer’s personal archive. The hub allows fans to dive into detailed career statistics, ask questions, and access exclusive content curated through Perplexity’s AI.
“Perplexity and Ronaldo share a belief that greatness is driven by relentless curiosity,” the company said. “The new CR7 experience marks the beginning of a multi-year partnership, bringing fans closer than ever to the legendary footballer.”
What Ronaldo Said
“Every milestone in my career has come from the drive to be better than I was yesterday,” Ronaldo shared in the company’s statement. “Perplexity understands that excellence starts with the will to know more and ask the right questions. I’m proud to partner with them to inspire the world to ask unlimited questions.”
Aravind Srinivas on the Partnership
“Cristiano Ronaldo’s passion and drive have inspired me for decades,” said Srinivas. “He embodies how curiosity unlocks greatness, and we’ll keep building new experiences for his fans.”
