Karim Benzema towards the Ballon d’Or: cupping, microalgae, bodybuilding… the little secrets of a flawless athlete

The expression and the demand for a “perfect body” can be irritating in our daily lives as they have no meaning. But in high-level sport, to achieve excellence, and to maintain it, a champion must carve out an armor free of any flaws. Karim Benzema, tipped to win the France Football Ballon d’Or on Monday evening, represents the ultimate example in this respect. The proof in four points.