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Sport has a few instances where masters of the craft appreciate fellow masters. But it is even rarer to be called the Greatest of All Time by a fellow GOAT. The 2016 Olympic gold medal winner in gymnastics was shocked when the former QB passed her words of appreciation. This came ages ago prior to the world witnessing a shocking $650 million divorce with Gisele Bündchen.

The exchange dates back to the fateful night of the SB LI edition when Simone Biles was in the stadium. Being a Texan, the gymnastics athlete took up the mantle of being the Inside Reporter. It was then that one of the most revered NFL players dropped by to give his honest opinion about the champion gymnast. It was huge for the 19-year-old Biles as she was stunned to speak and a moment to cherish for the ages.

When Tom Brady recognized a fellow GOAT

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When it comes to wearing the GOAT crown, there’s no one that even comes close to it than Tom Brady. The 46-year-old had a stellar 23 seasons with the NFL and won the championship on 7 occasions. Arguably the GOAT of the NFL gave the GOAT tag to a young Simone Biles who came to the stadium to support the teams. Fresh from her 2016 Rio de Janeiro heroics, Brady pointed out. “There’s the GOAT, right there.” 

The gymnast who has now brought her Olympic medals tally to 7 chipped in to ask a question. She asked the ex-Bucs player whether he’d like a specific arena of the sport to compete. Brady being the natural athlete he is and one who carries impeccable agility, denied the same. He replied humbly saying that gymnastics was an impossible sport. The interaction with the 15X Pro Bowler as she added two more medals to her tally. It’s often said greatness recognizes greatness as the fans herald the term GOAT for Tom Brady.

Tom Brady- the undisputed GOAT of football

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It’s almost been a decent time since Brady bid adieu to the NFL. Even in the current NFL season, his absence is felt dearly by the struggling Patriots side. However, fans and aficionados love their champion player. It was evident during the outpouring of love the jersey 12 received upon his return to the Gilette Stadium.

Still in top shape after dropping 10 lbs since his retirement and is ever-youthful with his smile and swagger. Fans are still hopeful that their GOAT might turn up for the NFL game. For someone who had a considerably long career, Tom maintained his fitness for all 23 seasons. Not to deny that he was a sixth-round pick in 2000. Even during the fag end of his career, that sees players lose their forms and not perform to their best. The QB returned with 40 touchdowns and accounted for 12 interceptions in the year 2020 itself!

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The greatness of Brady is unmatched. However, his fans are yet again reminded of his humility when he appreciated a youngster Simone Biles. The gymnast has gone on to make several records in American and world gymnast history.

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