@@TheCruisingKiwis sorry forgot to mention Ivan’s channel as so caught up in Finn’s achievement. Just subscribed and will watch all videos as I know how funny the young fella is
PROUD is an understatement!! Well done Finn, you are one amazing young man.🥇🥇 NZ selectors may not have, but We all believed in him! Another great episode of the kiwi's. Ivan YT is amazing, funny, I sub, watched all and commented on all.
@@OnTheFlipSide Ivan’s YT is great isn’t it. He has a lovely eye for cinematography. As for Finn, what can I say, the boy did good. And so humble in victory.
Absolutely wonderful Finn. Love how mom and dad are getting emotional and it made me cry. Awesome job. Welcome home Ivan. Can’t wait to see your videos.
What fun to have shared all these years your family's stories, and to see Finn come through all those ups and downs to win the Head of the Charles. Such a humble champion, too. He deserved a big win. Never give up!
Congratulations so awesome another world champion in the family. We in NZ are so proud for you. Much deserved success for all of your dedication and hard work. OLYMPIC gold next mission. Cheers from the Tron team 😊😊😊😊
I am so happy for Finn, and I hope Rowing NZ is taking note! He is such a nice young man, and his wins show that he is humble. Congratulations, and thank you for taking us all along on this journey.
Absolutely great race Finn! Congrats man. Wish we could see more. Film when you can. We love to hear from you. Rachel, Thank you for telling us about Ivan's channel and may I take a moment to say what a beautiful soul he is!!!!! Keep filming Ivan. Now where did that other one go..I think his name was Dexter? No matter, there is always one that is expendable. We miss you Declan!!!!
I have been waiting for your updates. Glad Ivan had a great time and home now. Looks like he has to gets climatized again. I was cheering and yelling for Finn. If I had known the dates I would have driven up there. Boston is only 300 miles from me so just a few hours drive. I hope he had some Lobster and other great New England food. I know you do not have an American Thanksgiving. But you can give thanks for everyday you have and your family have alot of days to be thankful for. Blessing to all 5 of you!
I’m not sure of Finn’s diet in America but I can tell you he was very well treated by the family who hosted him and treated him like a son. A true blessing.
And for the selection committee in NZ, how would you like your crow served??😀 Actually, sometimes those kind of disappointments can inspire people with true grit, determination, and integrity to dig deeper and prove to themselves they can compete at the highest level. You certainly made a strong case for Team HamilL Congratulations Finn!!💪
Awesome job by Finn. I’ve been waiting ever since I saw the results for you to include this in one of your videos. Once again thanks for sharing. Love to the Kiwi family ….
Well there is a story of triumph. When you get knocked down, get back up, dust yourself off and never give up. Bloody awesome work Finn. Congratulations.
From being shunned by know-it-all rowing snobs in NZ due to COVID, to a near death experience, to winning the beach world championship, to this, is only possible with God's hand in it! It's the NZ rowing teams loss, and the rowing World's gain! I am headed now to sub to Ivan's channel! I believe that Ivan will write or produce comedy movies someday. Declan as a UFC champ too, perhaps? What a joy you all are. You sharing your family's life with us has been a blessing! You are all truly inspirational. I love you all...and may God send you all continued blessings!
Well done Finn... Nice to see you back, safe and well, interesting that your home is a ever moving place to get back too.🙂New faces and new places are always on the horizon, what a fantastic life. 😊
Bravo pour Finn , belle réponse aux sélectionneurs , autant de courses avec Victoire, l’année est en fait superbe , 3 enfants, 3 réussites , merveilleuse famille , continuez avec calme dans la paix et la joie , nous vous aimons tous les 5 ,
I told you guys several years ago that you were great parents! Life lessons in real world situations and places have made all of your boys strong both physically and mentally! So proud of you all!
Well I would say that our financial backing of Finn is money extremely well spent. Goddamn it! Who the hell keeps peeling onions when I comment on this channel?
Love you guys! Congratulations, Finn! Ivan, please try to be happy wherever you are at any given moment. Big world, small boat -- I get it. Safe travels. ❤
I keep coming back watching this over and over. Finn you are amazing! Keep doing what you do man!(Don't let that go to your head). Ivan, I have no doubt you could have done that. We all know you are the best coach he has ever had.
Excellent job Finn everyone is so proud of you great job number 1 and Ivan a great job of fixing the boat engine your Parents will be so proud of the both of you stay safe cheers Barry from Victoria Australia 🇦🇺
Amazing result Finn. So humble as well which makes for a true champion, both physically and mentally. Rob and Rachel you must be buzzing and so proud👏👏🥇🥇
I'm from Connecticut and know the famous "Head of the Charles" race (and Housatonic In my state) and Wow what a feat on both!!! Go Finn!!! Well Done. You never gave up!!! Congrats Mom and Dad!!!
oooh my gooodness!!! Wonderful! Such a thrill to watch you watching him. As someone who lived along the Charles and walked alongside it daily, I have seen how hard the crew folks work. Such dedication, such elegance. And I always thought of The Head of the Charles as not only the most prestigious of events, but just the coolest in every way. What a triumph! And glad Finn got to experience one of our best cities. Barcelona isn't a bad town either! How fun to see Ivan adventuring and then returning to share his treasures.
We would love to get there next year if at all possible and see for ourselves. If you have a moment do check ivan's channel. His Switzerland trip is wonderful.
Congratulations to you all, with Finn’s win! Thanks for sharing the story of his determination and effort to overcome setbacks and realize the success of his perseverance!
that was an amazing video you guys! I did watch the head of the Charles when it was happening, even though it was kinda hard to follow the various videos all over and I already knew he won back when it happened, but seeing this all over again, it was very emotional for me and I’m not even there! Congratulations to Finn and to all of you what a fantastic fantastic accomplishment.
@@TheCruisingKiwis Yes, I did watch it live. It was really crazy to try to jump between all the different places where they had the cameras. It’s not like watching a wonderful football game where they have everything orchestrated and synchronized, etc. So it was really hard to figure out who is what where. After the first few minutes, I got a map out and figured out on the map where these different cameras were. And then that helped me figure out where to go next. Anyway, it’s all good. I didn’t know he won. Just like he said in the video, he didn’t really know he won at first. I heard somebody yelled out to him on one of the videos we were watching when it was live. Anyway, yeah, it was really fun. What an incredible achievement! You guys must be so proud of him!
Congratulations to Finn. He has made such progress and managed to get back to full fitness. He is becoming a top athelete again. Nice to see Ivan back after his travels. He seems to have really enjoyed himself. Keep well and safe. James.
I'm sorry, I got the part about Ivan returning, something about chocolates, and then FINN🎉🎉🎉 Holy Cow! What an amazing accomplishment! And first time on the course! Young man...the world of rowing just opened it's doors. Step through and show everyone what a Kiwi is made of 🎊🎈💥❤️🍻
Good to have you back, Ivan!! The biggest congratulations to Finn! You have been through alot to get to this stage! Can't wait to see you in the Olympics one day!!
Thanks for your support. Here's Ivan's channel youtube.com/@ivanhamill
@@TheCruisingKiwis sorry forgot to mention Ivan’s channel as so caught up in Finn’s achievement. Just subscribed and will watch all videos as I know how funny the young fella is
Thank you @@RobertCarey-s6r
After all the disappointment, Finn must be over the moon. So happy for him and his proud parents.
This certainly has been the silver lining to a disappointing year. The boy done good.
Oh my gosh!! This is awesome! So emotional 💕
Thank you Renee. A big win for Finn and a feather in his cap going forward.
PROUD is an understatement!! Well done Finn, you are one amazing young man.🥇🥇 NZ selectors may not have, but We all believed in him! Another great episode of the kiwi's. Ivan YT is amazing, funny, I sub, watched all and commented on all.
@@OnTheFlipSide Ivan’s YT is great isn’t it. He has a lovely eye for cinematography. As for Finn, what can I say, the boy did good. And so humble in victory.
Finn putting the family name in history, Congratulationa, well done!
He sure is!
Congratulations Finn, what an amazing achievement! Welcome back Ivan. What a lovely family you are!
Thank you so much David!
Absolutely wonderful Finn. Love how mom and dad are getting emotional and it made me cry. Awesome job.
Welcome home Ivan. Can’t wait to see your videos.
Awww🥹. Thank you Allison. Please do check in on Ivan, his cinematography is beautiful.
What fun to have shared all these years your family's stories, and to see Finn come through all those ups and downs to win the Head of the Charles. Such a humble champion, too.
He deserved a big win. Never give up!
As you can see we just excited to watch Finn blossom. The hard times make the wins taste that much more sweet.
.... But it's early days. 😂 That motherly support 😊 Well done Finn.
I didn’t want to count my chickens…..however, Finn produced a fantastic performance.
@TheCruisingKiwis yes, I know the feeling. Was funny though 🤣
As a past rowing parent, I've really enjoyed following Finn's rowing. Well done - proud mum and dad moment.
Thank you. It is wonderful to know Finn has so much support out there 🥰
Congratulations so awesome another world champion in the family. We in NZ are so proud for you. Much deserved success for all of your dedication and hard work. OLYMPIC gold next mission.
Cheers from the Tron team 😊😊😊😊
Bring on the next three years on Rob. Finn’s performance certainly got the attention of NZ rowing selectors.
Amazing win for Finn, especially not having raced that course before. Ivan's first videos are great as well - winning family 😀
Finn’s performance certainly surprised everyone. Thanks for checking in on Ivan’s adventures, more to come there.
I am so happy for Finn, and I hope Rowing NZ is taking note! He is such a nice young man, and his wins show that he is humble. Congratulations, and thank you for taking us all along on this journey.
Thanks Gavin, I thought his interview at the end was nicely understated but obviously happy.
I’m so happy for you all, especially Finn, after all the heartbreak and hard work.
It has been a rollercoaster year for the boy but he has turned adversity into success. A nice way to round of 2024.
WOW fantastic , Go Finn
Cheers Bill
WOW. Good enough to be an Aussie. Well done Fine. All 3 boys are champions.
Hang on a minute. Did you not watch to the end? He won 😂🤣
@@TheCruisingKiwis 🤣🤣🤣
Absolutely great race Finn! Congrats man. Wish we could see more. Film when you can. We love to hear from you. Rachel, Thank you for telling us about Ivan's channel and may I take a moment to say what a beautiful soul he is!!!!! Keep filming Ivan. Now where did that other one go..I think his name was Dexter? No matter, there is always one that is expendable. We miss you Declan!!!!
Thank you Mike, Declan update coming soon.
I have been waiting for your updates. Glad Ivan had a great time and home now. Looks like he has to gets climatized again. I was cheering and yelling for Finn. If I had known the dates I would have driven up there. Boston is only 300 miles from me so just a few hours drive. I hope he had some Lobster and other great New England food. I know you do not have an American Thanksgiving. But you can give thanks for everyday you have and your family have alot of days to be thankful for. Blessing to all 5 of you!
I’m not sure of Finn’s diet in America but I can tell you he was very well treated by the family who hosted him and treated him like a son. A true blessing.
Well done Finn, on fire again🎉🎉🎉
The boy has fire in his belly.
Fin, the Charles Champion! What a boytjie.
He certainly is. (I had to look up the meaning)
And for the selection committee in NZ, how would you like your crow served??😀 Actually, sometimes those kind of disappointments can inspire people with true grit, determination, and integrity to dig deeper and prove to themselves they can compete at the highest level. You certainly made a strong case for Team HamilL Congratulations Finn!!💪
Thank you, the way Finn has conducted himself over the last 12 months is the best part of the story.
Merry Christmas!
Thank you! The way Finn has conducted himself over the last 12 months is the best part of this story.
Merry Christmas!
You have raised some exceptional young men 🤗🤗🤗🤗
I was crying along with you mum and dad 🥹
Aww thank you Julie!
Awesome job by Finn. I’ve been waiting ever since I saw the results for you to include this in one of your videos. Once again thanks for sharing. Love to the Kiwi family ….
Thank you Ricky. I enjoyed reliving the moment while editing this episode. I just love Finn’s humility regarding his outstanding performance.
Well there is a story of triumph. When you get knocked down, get back up, dust yourself off and never give up. Bloody awesome work Finn. Congratulations.
Yeah we have all been rather inspired by his reaction to the tough times, thanks Clint.
This is so exciting after what he's been through.
Congratulations Finn, you did very well 🎉
He’s been through a lot, and finally got rewarded for his hard work and dedication. Thank you Kathryn.
Congratulations Finn, what a great accomplishment.
The boy done good.
From being shunned by know-it-all rowing snobs in NZ due to COVID, to a near death experience, to winning the beach world championship, to this, is only possible with God's hand in it! It's the NZ rowing teams loss, and the rowing World's gain! I am headed now to sub to Ivan's channel! I believe that Ivan will write or produce comedy movies someday. Declan as a UFC champ too, perhaps? What a joy you all are. You sharing your family's life with us has been a blessing! You are all truly inspirational. I love you all...and may God send you all continued blessings!
Thank you for your lovely message. We do feel blessed with the boys and the fortunate lifestyle opportunities we've had. Bless you too.
❤❤❤ I'm ridiculously proud of Finn. Anyone would think I'm his mum!!
The more the better I say 🥰
Super proud parents! Congrats to Finn, that is some achievement!
Thank you!
Congratulations Finn that's awesome!!
Thank you Laura!
Well done Finn... Nice to see you back, safe and well, interesting that your home is a ever moving place to get back too.🙂New faces and new places are always on the horizon, what a fantastic life. 😊
Bravo pour Finn , belle réponse aux sélectionneurs , autant de courses avec Victoire, l’année est en fait superbe , 3 enfants, 3 réussites , merveilleuse famille , continuez avec calme dans la paix et la joie , nous vous aimons tous les 5 ,
Merci beaucoup Alain
Congratulations Finn, & welcome home Ivan! Thanks guys! 😊
Our pleasure thank you Trev!
Congratulations to your sympathetic and clever family, really impressive performance
Thank you Sissel!
So happy for you Finn (& proud mom & dad)
Thank you!
CONGRATULATIONS FINN!!!!! CONGRATULATIONS Mon and Dad!!!!
Thank you. We are all on a winners high.
So happy for Finn, after all the adversity of the past, he pulled thru and is now a Champion 🚣🏼🏅
It’s been a roller coaster year. Good to finish with a win.
WoW !!!! WoW !!! WoW !!!!! You all deserve this moment and many more to come.... You must all be floating on a cloud ******
Thank you Jim yeah very special. A great memory made by that fella.
Wow, Finn, what an incredible achievement. Well done, you deserve it!
Thank you Derek. As you can see the win was a big surprise, but you are right he absolutely deserved it.
A huge congratulations to Finn 👍🚣🏼🥇 Watching all this on this vid, I was clapping as Finn went up to the podium. Wow!
Thank you. Yeah it was very special.
I told you guys several years ago that you were great parents! Life lessons in real world situations and places have made all of your boys strong both physically and mentally! So proud of you all!
Thank you very much!
Congratulations to Finn and family.
Thank you Dennis!
Long distance events,like his mum!🏅🥇
Tis true and she reckons Finn also has her long arms. Tis true again!
Finn congratulations you're going onto bigger things mate. All the way from South Africa.
Thanks Paulo. We are heading your way!
OH MY GOSH GO FINN 💙💙💙
You guys are AMAZING 🥰🥰🥰
We are so happy for Finn for this win to round off the year.
One proud mom and pop! Cheers Finn! You Rock Finn!
Absoloodle!
We watched Finn win, Great job!
You were there on the day? I hope you went up to Finn and said hi.
Good onya Finn! Great stuff mate! Subscribed to Ivan's channel
Yay, thank you on both counts😊
Champion!!!!!!
The boy done good😃
So cool.
I don’t even know you Finn but I am very proud of you. Kicking ass and after such a tough time with your health. You showed them 😀
Thank you Shelleu!
Congratulations Finn 🎉🥇
Thank you Cathy!
Well done, Finn. Congratulations. Happy for Mum and Dad also.
Thank you Francine!
Well I would say that our financial backing of Finn is money extremely well spent. Goddamn it! Who the hell keeps peeling onions when I comment on this channel?
😂🥰 Thank you not just for the huge moral support but financial as well. It's appreciated!!
Well done, Finn! So happy to see him win, tears of joy! Congratulations!🥳🥳🥳🥳
Thank you, so lovely!
Wow. I am so proud and he not even my son. Well done Finn
Thank you Robert, that is very touching.
So happy for Ivan congratulations 🎉
Thank you Karen. Yeah good old Ivan.
Well done, Finn. You're a true champ. Proud parent moment for sure 🎉😊
Thank you!
From Tampa FL, Congrats to Finn!!! Way to support your family and NZ! Sounds like you put in the work and reaped the rewards. Well done.
Thank you, he certainly puts in the miles.
Love you guys!
Congratulations, Finn!
Ivan, please try to be happy wherever you are at any given moment. Big world, small boat -- I get it.
Safe travels. ❤
Yeah it can be difficult at times. He's doing fine though. Merry Christmas!
WOW Finn! Just wow… ❤🎉
SO HAPPY for Finn and the family!! Finn...You da Man!!!
Thank you very much Tony!
Congrats to Finn!
Thank you!
So, so happy for Finn....
Congratulations, Finn. You are a true CHAMPION!
Thank you Ray! It's a start🥰
So awesome for Finn! Huge congratulations! And such a humble guy to boot… well done.
Thank you Anne!
Crikey!!! THat's bloody awesome!! Well done Finn! No-one can EVER take that away from him. Winner.
Thanks Bunty, we were all blown away with his result. The best possible way to come back from set backs.
Good job Finn! 👏 🎉
Yay! Thank you!
So exciting. Well done Finn! 😊
Thank you!! 😁
Congratulations to Finn, your parents smile says it all!
What can I say, we wear our heart’s on our sleeve 😁
Great Job Finn! Take it in…. This is the fun ride on your rollercoaster 🎢. All your hard work and prep worked!! So happy for you!
Thank you Laura. Wise words 😀
I keep coming back watching this over and over. Finn you are amazing! Keep doing what you do man!(Don't let that go to your head). Ivan, I have no doubt you could have done that. We all know you are the best coach he has ever had.
Thanks Mike, Finn is very level headed. He's obviously really stoked how he's going but knows there's plenty of work ahead.
Congrats to Finn!!!!!!
Thank you!
Excellent job Finn everyone is so proud of you great job number 1 and Ivan a great job of fixing the boat engine your Parents will be so proud of the both of you stay safe cheers Barry from Victoria Australia 🇦🇺
Thanks Barry, we are indeed very proud of all the boys.
Amazing result Finn. So humble as well which makes for a true champion, both physically and mentally. Rob and Rachel you must be buzzing and so proud👏👏🥇🥇
Thank yes, so proud of the lad.
Merry Christmas!
What a ripper. Go you good thing. Congratulations Finn.
Thank you Earl!
Outstanding.
Thank you!
The best, the champion. Congratulations, Finn. It was total surging emotions just watching.
Thank you Genie, ours too!
Wow! Perseverance wins! I remember the episode where he wasn't selected to the NZ Olympic team. Good on ya Finn!!!!!
Thank you!
I'm from Connecticut and know the famous "Head of the Charles" race (and Housatonic In my state) and Wow what a feat on both!!! Go Finn!!! Well Done. You never gave up!!! Congrats Mom and Dad!!!
Crazy to think he was in your turf. Thank you!
Congratulations 🌹
oooh my gooodness!!! Wonderful! Such a thrill to watch you watching him. As someone who lived along the Charles and walked alongside it daily, I have seen how hard the crew folks work. Such dedication, such elegance. And I always thought of The Head of the Charles as not only the most prestigious of events, but just the coolest in every way. What a triumph! And glad Finn got to experience one of our best cities. Barcelona isn't a bad town either! How fun to see Ivan adventuring and then returning to share his treasures.
We would love to get there next year if at all possible and see for ourselves. If you have a moment do check ivan's channel. His Switzerland trip is wonderful.
Well done Finn! Wonderful result for all the hard work over years.
Thank you Brad!
Congratulations Finn!!!
Thank you Tom
Thanks for sharing 😊
Thanks for watching!
Congratulations to you all, with Finn’s win! Thanks for sharing the story of his determination and effort to overcome setbacks and realize the success of his perseverance!
Thank you very much!
Fantastic Finn, and Ivan a Gooner too ⚽️
Yeah he's a fanatic!
that was an amazing video you guys! I did watch the head of the Charles when it was happening, even though it was kinda hard to follow the various videos all over and I already knew he won back when it happened, but seeing this all over again, it was very emotional for me and I’m not even there! Congratulations to Finn and to all of you what a fantastic fantastic accomplishment.
Thank you Mark. Per chance did you see that he was winning real time too? I think we were lucky to realise the possibility.
@@TheCruisingKiwis Yes, I did watch it live. It was really crazy to try to jump between all the different places where they had the cameras. It’s not like watching a wonderful football game where they have everything orchestrated and synchronized, etc. So it was really hard to figure out who is what where. After the first few minutes, I got a map out and figured out on the map where these different cameras were. And then that helped me figure out where to go next. Anyway, it’s all good. I didn’t know he won. Just like he said in the video, he didn’t really know he won at first. I heard somebody yelled out to him on one of the videos we were watching when it was live. Anyway, yeah, it was really fun. What an incredible achievement! You guys must be so proud of him!
Congratulations to Finn. He has made such progress and managed to get back to full fitness. He is becoming a top athelete again. Nice to see Ivan back after his travels. He seems to have really enjoyed himself. Keep well and safe. James.
Thanks James! Ivan had a blast!
I'm sorry, I got the part about Ivan returning, something about chocolates, and then FINN🎉🎉🎉
Holy Cow!
What an amazing accomplishment! And first time on the course!
Young man...the world of rowing just opened it's doors. Step through and show everyone what a Kiwi is made of 🎊🎈💥❤️🍻
Yes a bit of a chocolate and Finn fest this one. 😊
Good onya Fin. That's coming from an Aussie too. Great work keep up the great work, we are all interested in your abilities and abilities.
Thank you Colin. Perhaps you have some Kiwi genes😚
Congratulations from 🇨🇦
❤ from 🇨🇦 BC
Cheers
Well done Finn
Thank you Mohammed!
I am over the moon for you guys! Fantastic. Go Kiwis.
Thank you. Merry Christmas!
Good to have you back, Ivan!! The biggest congratulations to Finn! You have been through alot to get to this stage! Can't wait to see you in the Olympics one day!!
Thanks for the support Anthony, really appreciate it!
Awesome! Great job Finn!
Thank you!
I love your show. Congrats Finn.
Thank you!
Well done Finn!
Thank you Patrick!
Well done Finn, you must feel sooo darn proud😊❤
@@marinacarlton9395 The boy was on fire 🔥.
Fantastic!!!
Thank you Barry!