The Portuguese ace had previously won the award in back in 2008, 2013 & 2014. The official results will be released on Tuesday.

Winning a fourth Ballon D'Or award, his third in the past four years, is something that CR7 couldn't have done by himself, that's why the Portuguese superstar thanked his team-mates in an interview published by Sky Sports.

The 2016 UEFA Euro winner with Portugal and UEFA Champions League winner with Real Madrid was deemed as the favorite to win the award, and there were even some photos leaked prior to the announcement. Regardless, the talented striker admitted that the emotion of winning the trophy is the same as it was the first time.

One of the player's inspirations is his son, Cristiano Junior. As the footballer received the award, he celebrated with his child. Cristiano Junior celebrated with a curious gesture to praise his father.