In a spectacular display at Foxborough, Tom Brady made his return to New England in front of a roaring crowd of 65,000 Patriots fans. The former New England quarterback joined forces with team owner Robert Kraft, taking center stage and captivating the audience with an impassioned speech. Despite his triumphant stint in Tampa Bay, Brady’s bond with the Patriots remains unbreakable.
The occasion had the aura of a retirement ceremony, although it should be noted that Brady is already officially retired. Nevertheless, he fully embraced the theme by adorning his wrist with a noteworthy accessory—a stunning gold Rolex Daytona. Not just any Daytona, but a vintage ref. 6241 boasting a yellow-gold case and a striking black dial, fondly referred to as the “John Player Special.” This moniker pays homage to the iconic ’70s John Player livery seen on Lotus Formula One cars. With the placement of this timepiece on his wrist, Brady unequivocally affirmed his lifelong alliance with the Patriots.
Needless to say, the JPS Daytona is an exceedingly rare timepiece, much like Brady’s extraordinary talent on the football field. It’s fascinating to witness him sporting this remarkable watch, complete with an eye-catching gold jubilee bracelet, as part of his everyday attire. Admittedly, he doesn’t wear it during football games, but his choice to pair it with a Patriots jersey speaks volumes about Brady as a collector. It illuminates the regard he holds for the Daytona as a sports watch in its own right.
Yesterday’s game didn’t end in New England’s favor, but they were undeniably the sole team—across the entire league—that brought horological excellence to the field, courtesy of their legendary former player who is on the verge of entering the Hall of Fame. The attention and acclaim showered upon Brady’s watch by our social media pals, with special recognition to Nick and Craig, relegated the game’s outcome to a mere afterthought.
In recent weeks, the GOAT has demonstrated his affinity for distinctive timepieces by flaunting both the ‘John Player Special’ and a rose gold Rolex “Jigsaw” Day-Date. Without question, we will remain vigilant in closely monitoring his wrist for future horological revelations.
