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Candice Swanepoel turned heads at UFC 333 in Abu Dhabi, attracting attention from fans as speculation surrounding her reported romance with NFL legend Tom Brady continues to make headlines.
The Victoria’s Secret Angel attended the October 24 event at Etihad Arena, where she opted for a black outfit for the occasion. The supermodel later shared pictures from her visit on Instagram, giving followers a glimpse of her experience at the high-profile mixed martial arts event.
Candice Swanepoel turns heads at UFC 333 as Tom Brady dating rumors fuel the buzz
“Kicking off my Abu Dhabi trip @ufc! What a wild and amazing experience!” Swanepoel wrote in her caption, thanking Visit Abu Dhabi for its warm hospitality and welcoming atmosphere.
UFC 333 featured two championship contests, with Alexander Volkanovski defending the featherweight title against Movsar Evloev. The bantamweight championship was also on the line, as Petr Yan faced Merab Dvalishvili.
While the fighters provided the night's sporting drama, Swanepoel's appearance became a talking point across social media.
Her Instagram comments quickly filled with compliments from celebrities and fans. WWE star Nattie simply described the model as “Gorgeous,” while UFC ring girl Kristie Pearson expressed her excitement about meeting her, writing, “It was so nice to meet you.”
Other followers praised her looks, while some couldn't resist mentioning her rumored relationship with Brady, leaving affectionate comments about the pair.
Tom Brady and Candice Swanepoel's reported romance draws attention
Interest in Swanepoel's appearance comes amid reports that she and Brady have been quietly dating for several months. Us Weekly first reported their relationship, and People subsequently cited sources who said the pair had been spending considerable time together.
“They both live in Miami, so it's very convenient,” a source told People, adding that they're seeing each other frequently.
Another insider claimed the relationship had been kept private, with the pair taking precautions to avoid attracting attention during their meetings.
Neither Brady nor Swanepoel has publicly confirmed the reported romance, leaving fans to rely on media reports and social media speculation.
Away from her personal life, Swanepoel has established herself as more than a runway model.
She's worked with luxury fashion houses, including Chanel, Versace, Fendi and Dior, and launched her sustainable swimwear label, Tropic of C, in 2018. She serves as the brand's founder and creative director.
Brady, meanwhile, shares three children with his former partners. He has Benjamin and Vivian with ex-wife Gisele Bündchen, and son Jack with actress Bridget Moynahan.
Swanepoel also has two sons with former fiancé Hermann Nicoli, whom she separated from in 2018.
Swanepoel's Abu Dhabi appearance has added another chapter to the growing public interest surrounding the reported couple. While the UFC delivered its championship action inside the Octagon, the supermodel's arrival ensured that celebrity watchers had plenty to discuss outside it.