Zurich: Lionel Messi said it felt "incredible" after he was announced as the winner of the Ballon d'Or for a record fifth time.


Lionel Messi waves to the audience after winning the Ballon d'Or on Monday. Pic/Getty Images

The Barcelona superstar, who had already won the biggest individual accolade in world football more times than anyone else, extended his haul by reclaiming the award at a lavish ceremony in Zurich on Monday night.