Can a Perfect Sphere Survive a Black Hole?

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A perfectly spherical object, if it existed at an atomic level of uniformity, raises questions about its ability to withstand the extreme conditions near a black hole. Theoretically, such a sphere could resist infinite pressure due to its lack of weak points. However, the effects of tidal forces, which are not uniformly directed, could still pose a risk to its structural integrity. Additionally, the sphere's ability to reflect all light could render it invisible, complicating observations. Ultimately, while the concept is intriguing, the practical implications of such a sphere's existence in a black hole's environment remain speculative.
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Suppose a perfectly spherical sphere were to exist - Pefectly uniform even at the atomic level. Then hypothetically, could this sphere withstand infinite pressure and so travel into a black hole without being destroyed?

There would be no 'weak points' on a perfect sphere causing it to break under the pressure, right?

Also, would this sphere reflect all light and so become invisible?
 
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What about tidal forces? Remember, the forces acting on the sphere will not be directed to the center of the sphere.
 

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