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"Unique" Ronaldo leaves Atletico needing a miracle

Cristiano Ronaldo scores his second goal against Atletico. Photo: ÁNGEL MARTÍNEZ

Cristiano Ronaldo's sensational goal scoring record was hailed as "unique" by boss Zinedine Zidane as his latest hat-trick left Real Madrid on the verge of another Champions League final by thrashing Atletico Madrid 3-0.

Ronaldo's treble was his second against Atletico this season and second straight in the Champions League after hitting three past Bayern Munich in the quarter-finals.

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