“Then it was Michael Phelps”: Tom Brady’s Eldest Son Once Found Inspiration in an Athlete Even More Decorated than 7x Super Bowl Winning Father

Tom Brady embraces parenthood and the joys of watching his young kids grow up. His oldest son with his ex, Bridget Moynahan, expressed his desire to become an Olympic swimmer. As per his mother, Jack Brady saw Michael Phelps swim and immediately developed the zeal to become a professional swimmer.

Is Michael Phelps even more decorated as a professional athlete than the NFL legend? The swimmer earned 28 Olympic medals in his career, making him the best swimmer. So many athletes look up to him for inspiration, and Tom Brady’s eldest son is just one of them.

Although Brady knows his son’s potential for football, he does not want him to pursue something forcefully. Moreover, his co-parenting with Moynahan has positively impacted Jack. He is getting support from the entire parenting team, including Brady’s wife, Gisele Bündchen.

In addition, the 7x Super Bowl-winning champion has some words of wisdom for his son. He reiterates the need for an individual to understand the importance of contact sport can play in an athlete’s life.

What advice does Tom Brady have for his eldest son?

The NFL GOAT and Buccaneers‘ QB does not hold back when it comes to offering some piece of advice to his loved ones. In an interview, he explains why contact sport teaches you more discipline and respect for your peers. But, conversely, he believes that non-contact sport does not have the same array of skills that you can learn as a contact sports athlete.

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He said, “I would never want them to be ‘Tom Brady’s son’ playing football.’ I don’t like that at all. But from a team, camaraderie, discipline; I think there’s something about contact sports that teaches you a lot about discipline, respect, and mutual respect for your opponent that you get in non-contact sports.” 

It will be exciting to see how Jack embraces the challenges of playing sports. Since he plays football with his champion father, having a coach like him can make him reach places. Which sport do you think Jack will play when he grows up?

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