Arnold Schwarzenegger praises Cristiano Ronaldo's "spectacular" physique

Former governor of California Arnold Schwarzenegger has described the physique of Real Madrid forward Cristiano Ronaldo as "spectacular".

The actor and former bodybuilder believes that the ex-Manchester United star is in "great shape", but does not expect Ronaldo to be competing in any bodybuilding contests.

"He has a fantastic physique," Schwarzenegger told COPE. "He has some great abs, he looks spectacular.

"He looks to be in great shape, so it is clear he's a great footballer. I don't think he'd be interested in competing in a Mr Olympia."

The 66-year-old was speaking in Madrid ahead of the opening of his 2013 Arnold Classic bodybuilding competition.