The wedding of Olympic champion Adam Peaty and television chef Holly Ramsay was one of the most talked-about celebrity events of the festive season, but amidst the glamour, a staggering six-figure accessory and underlying family tensions have captured public attention.
A Timepiece Worth More Than a Supercar
While guests and onlookers speculated about the designer of Holly Ramsay's wedding dress, fashion and horology experts were drawn to a different detail. Adam Peaty, 30, was reportedly wearing a Patek Philippe Cubitus watch in 18k white gold, an item identified by the prominent watch consultant known as Young Brando.
The expert, who runs the popular 'Watches 'n Style' channel and provides commentary for GQ, claims the specific model (ref. 7128/1G-001) with its sunburst blue-grey dial can retail for over £100,000. Patek Philippe is renowned as one of the world's most prestigious watchmakers, synonymous with heritage and exceptional craftsmanship. Although Peaty has not personally confirmed the watch's details, Young Brando expressed certainty in his analysis shared on Instagram.
Family Strife Overshadows Celebrations
The joyous occasion at Bath Abbey on Saturday was, however, marred by reported family discord. Despite large crowds and a guest list featuring celebrities like Victoria and David Beckham, almost all of Adam Peaty's relatives were notably absent.
New information reveals a painful rift. A family source told The Sun on Sunday that Peaty's father, Mark, was invited but instructed he could only attend if he sat at the back of the church, allegedly behind plus-ones. The swimmer's sister, Beth, is said to have relayed this message before Christmas.
"Frankly, it’s disgusting that it went ahead without Adam reaching out to his mum and dad beforehand," the source stated. They added that Peaty's mother, Caroline, became upset upon seeing wedding photographs, and the family spent the evening together in distress.
A Grand Affair in Bath
The wedding itself was a grand spectacle. The couple emerged hand-in-hand from the historic Bath Abbey to cheers from gathered crowds, with Holly's father, celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay, proudly walking her down the aisle. Holly's outfit sparked speculation that family friend Victoria Beckham may have been the dressmaker, while she and her mother, Tana Ramsay, shared a sweet detail by wearing matching shoes.
Security was tight, with burly guards escorting guests, including the groom himself, into the venue for the post-Christmas service. Yet, the glaring absence of the groom's immediate family and the revelation of his extravagant wristwear have become the defining narratives of the day, illustrating a stark contrast between public celebration and private conflict.
