Diamonds Over Grief: Ronaldo's Controversial Yacht Retreat Amid Jota Tragedy

Cristiano Ronaldo's Lavish Getaway Sparks Outrage After Skipping Diogo Jota's Funeral

In a shocking move, Cristiano Ronaldo, 40, has sparked widespread criticism after skipping the funeral of his teammate, Diogo Jota, who tragically passed away in a car crash last week. But instead of showing his respects at the funeral, Ronaldo chose to spend quality time with his girlfriend, Georgina Rodríguez, on a luxurious yacht getaway in Mallorca.

The Portuguese footballer's decision not to attend Jota's funeral has raised eyebrows and sparked outrage among fans and critics alike. While many expected him to fly to Portugal to pay his respects, Ronaldo opted for a more low-key approach - a lavish holiday with his partner instead.

But it seems that love is in the air on this yacht! Georgina Rodríguez, 31, shared a series of loved-up snaps with her beau on social media, showcasing their romantic getaway. The couple was spotted cuddled up in the onboard hot tub, with Georgina sitting on Ronaldo's knee wearing a stunning red bikini and cap. The images also featured selfies of Georgina flaunting her fit physique in form-fitting sportswear and a jaw-dropping diamond necklace.

The pair's getaway came after Ronaldo shared the brutal reason behind why they aren't married yet. In an interview with Netflix, he revealed that they're waiting for "that click" before tying the knot. The couple has been together since 2016 and have a daughter named Alana Martina together.

Meanwhile, Jota's funeral took place on Saturday afternoon, with many of his Portuguese international team-mates, including Bernardo Silva and Ruben Neves, paying their respects to the forward. However, Ronaldo was noticeably absent from the event, sparking speculation about the reasons behind his decision.

It's been reported that Ronaldo may have opted not to attend the funeral due to past trauma surrounding funerals, particularly after the death of his father, Jose Diniz Aveiro, in 2005. His sister, Katia, publicly defended her brother on social media, saying that she understood why he didn't want to overshadow the importance of people paying their respects to Jota and his brother.

However, not everyone is buying Ronaldo's excuse. Critics have taken to social media to slam the footballer for putting his own needs before those of his teammate's family. "Unbelievable! Cristiano Ronaldo skips Diogo Jota's funeral because he's too busy living it up with Georgina," wrote one Twitter user.

But Katia has come out in defense of her brother, saying that she understands why he didn't want to attend the funeral. She wrote on Instagram: "When my father died, we had to deal with a flood of cameras and curious onlookers at the cemetery and everywhere we went... At no time were we (the children) able to leave the chapel; it was only possible at the time of the burial, such was the commotion."

Ronaldo's absence from Jota's funeral has sparked a heated debate about what constitutes "real support" in times of grief. As the world continues to mourn the loss of this talented young footballer, one thing is clear - Cristiano Ronaldo's decision not to attend his teammate's funeral will be remembered for a long time.

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