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Didier Drogba Inspired Tom Brady to Aim for Seven Titles, Pass Michael Jordan as GOAT

After winning his seventh championship and fifth Super Bowl MVP award, it is hard not to think of Tom Brady as the GOAT.

The only other player who still rivals Brady's status? Michael Jordan.

Given their penchant for winning titles and dominating their respective sports, it makes sense that Brady admires the former Bulls star and six-time NBA champion. But a chance encounter with former Chelsea soccer star and Ivory Coast national team captain Didier Drogba at the Canadian Grand Prix several years ago helped shape the Buccaneers quarterback's mindest in his quest for GOAT status.