David Beckham Goes Shirtless for 'Elle UK'

David Beckham is honored as the first male cover model for Elle UK as he goes shirtless sexy in the upcoming July issue.

The 37-year-old soccer star is featured in anticipation of the 2012 Olympic games which will be held in London.

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David sat down with the mag to briefly talk about how he views himself.

“How would I sum myself up? I don’t know, I prefer other people to do that,” the footballer told the magazine. “Erm… a little bit shy.”

Pick up the new issue, which hits newsstands on Wednesday!