Cristiano Ronaldo's Instagram following has now exceeded 600 million, marking him as the inaugural individual to achieve this remarkable count on the social media platform.

Renowned as one of the most prominent celebrities in the realm of social media, Ronaldo accomplished the milestone of 500 million Instagram followers in November 2022.

Astoundingly, he has surged to 600 million in less than a year, securing his position as the first to accomplish such a feat.

According to a report from Benzinga, his recent engagements on Instagram have attracted a staggering 150 million new followers since May alone.

In the ongoing social media rivalry between Ronaldo and Lionel Messi, Ronaldo is undoubtedly in the lead.

Messi, the Argentine football icon, holds the second spot with 482 million Instagram followers, followed by Selena Gomez in third place with 427 million.

The esteemed Portuguese football legend aspires to lead Al-Nassr to victory, with the Saudi Pro League scheduled to commence on August 14.

Prior to that, his immediate focus is on the Arab Club Champions Cup, where he is set to compete in the final against Al-Hilal on August 12.