London, May 26 (Inditop): Soccer ace Cristiano Ronaldo has found a new way of relaxing before the Champions League final – gardening.

The Manchester United star has developed a passion for pottering which he reckons leaves him completely chilled out.

The 24year-old hunk believes his newfound love will help ensure everything comes up roses when United take on Barcelona, reports The Daily Star.

A Portuguese source said: “Cristiano loves to be outside in the garden when the weather is good.

“He says it makes him so relaxed just looking at the beauty surrounding him.”