Candice Swanepoel’s glamorous trip to Abu Dhabi has sparked a fresh wave of online chatter, but it is speculation about her rumored relationship with Tom Brady that has captured some fans’ attention.
The Victoria’s Secret model, 38, shared a series of Instagram photos from UFC 333, offering followers a glimpse of her experience at the event and her time in the United Arab Emirates. While many admirers praised her appearance, others used the comments section to weigh in on reports linking her romantically to the retired NFL quarterback.
Neither Swanepoel nor Brady has publicly confirmed that they are dating.
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Candice Swanepoel’s Abu Dhabi vacation photos sparked comments about her rumored romance with Tom Brady
Candice Swanepoel Turns Heads During Abu Dhabi Getaway
Swanepoel documented her UFC experience in a carousel of photographs, including striking portraits in a fitted, long-sleeved black dress with sheer detailing around the neckline.
Other images showed the model seated near the UFC cage, exploring the venue and watching the fights from the stands.
“Kicking off my Abu Dhabi trip @ufc! What a wild and amazing experience!” she wrote in the caption.
She also thanked the organisers and local hosts for their warm welcome, adding: “Thank you @visitabudhabi for the impeccable hospitality and welcoming energy.”
The post attracted considerable attention, collecting nearly 300,000 likes and approximately 1,000 comments.
Although much of the response focused on Swanepoel’s appearance and her experience at the event, several followers turned the conversation towards her rumored connection with Brady.
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The Victoria’s Secret model posed in a fitted black dress while attending UFC 333,
Fans React to Rumors Linking Her to Tom Brady
Some commenters questioned the prospect of a romance between the supermodel and the former quarterback, with a few making comparisons to Brady’s previous marriage to Gisele Bündchen.
“Not u having Gisele’s leftovers,” one person wrote.
Another commenter appeared to refer directly to the dating speculation, asking, “was whit this man.”
A third was more blunt, telling the model: “Girl you can do better than tom brady.”
The remarks reflect the mixed reactions that have accompanied rumors about the pair. However, the online comments do not establish that a relationship exists, and neither star has addressed the speculation publicly.
Swanepoel also chose not to respond to the remarks, keeping her post focused on her Abu Dhabi trip.
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One Instagram user referenced Tom Brady’s ex-wife Gisele Bündchen in the comments section.
Tom Brady and Gisele Bündchen’s Lives After Divorce
Brady, 49, and Bündchen, 46, finalised their divorce in October 2022 after 13 years of marriage.
The former couple share two children, Benjamin and Vivian. Brady also has an older son, Jack, with his former girlfriend, actress Bridget Moynahan.
Since the divorce, Bündchen has moved forward with her relationship with Joaquim Valente. The couple welcomed a baby in 2025.
Brady, meanwhile, has continued to attract attention over his personal life, with speculation about his romantic relationships emerging periodically since the end of his marriage.
His rumored connection with Swanepoel is the latest to generate discussion, although there has been no public confirmation from either party.
Candice Swanepoel Has Kept Her Love Life Private
Swanepoel has generally maintained a low profile when it comes to her romantic life, despite her high-profile career in fashion.
The South African model was previously in a long-term relationship with Brazilian model Hermann Nicoli. The former couple share two sons, Anacã and Ariel, and reportedly separated in 2018.
Since then, Swanepoel’s public social media presence has largely centred on her modelling work, fashion, motherhood and travels rather than her relationships.
Her latest Instagram post followed that familiar pattern, showcasing glamorous photographs and moments from her Abu Dhabi adventure without addressing the rumors surrounding Brady.
For now, the speculation remains just that. While some fans have made their opinions clear in the comments, Swanepoel and Brady have yet to confirm whether there is anything romantic between them.