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‘Respect So Much What He’s Done’ – Venus Williams Likes to Collaborate With NFL Legend Tom Brady

Published 03/09/2022, 4:09 AM EST

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Tom Brady shocked the sporting world after he called time on his illustrious career. The legendary quarterback retired from the NFL after an astonishing, glory-filled 22 seasons. He had cited that it would be difficult for him to give his 100% with age, not by his side. Moreover, he wished to spend more time with his family.

Social media was abuzz with praises for the American legend following his retirement. Many renowned celebrities also congratulated him on his glorious career. Recently, American tennis legend, Venus Williams, talked about the NFL superstar.

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Venus Williams reveals she’s a massive fan of Tom Brady

The seven-time Grand Slam champion appeared in the ‘Keep Going Podcast’ powered by TB12, where she talked about the fight for equal pay for women and her privilege tax initiative. Further, she talked about the illustrious career of Tom Brady.

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She said, “I can’t tell you how much of a big fan I am. I can’t watch the match, his games are a bit too nervous. So we have some of the same team members and I’m just like I’m such a huge fan and I don’t know to tell him or not but just a massive fan and I respect so much what he’s done and not only has he done that but he’s done that when people are coming out and playing better than their best and he’s continued to be that champion.”

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Further, she added, “I love how he’s performed, so definitely put that out there and I feel like we have to have a collaboration or something at some point.” 

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Venus and Brady replicate success outside the sporting world

While the two have been successful in their respective sports, they have also tasted success in various business ventures. Tom Brady is involved in businesses like Autograph.io, an NFT agency, Brady Brand, etc. His NFT agency brings together the most iconic brands and legendary names in sports, entertainment, and culture to create unique digital collections and experiences. It recently raised $170 million in its Series B funding round.

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On the other hand, Venus has her apparel brand, EleVen by Venus Williams. She also owns an interior design firm, V Starr Interiors, and other businesses. Recently, she announced a partnership with Lacoste. Venus partnered with the brand as its Global Ambassador. A collaboration between Brady and Venus would surely be looked forward to!

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Vatsal Shah is a tennis author at EssentiallySports. With a Bachelor's degree in engineering, he is a die hard fan of tennis and sports in general. He is an ardent follower of Rafael Nadal and is inspired by his never-say-die attitude.
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