Great life he has. He has my back. He's so lucky to have family support. Every sport I tried and was good at my parents hated. Golf was hard because they wouldn't buy me clubs, I eventually got a 2 handicap at 21. But unfortunately the 12 year journey to get there broke me. I quit at 22 yo. Running was/is my other passion. But again they would not encourage me. I was always good at running so I kept af it. At 46 yo now, I'm better/faster than ever. I had a car but preferred cycling everywhere, they could understand that. My parents are not bad people, but are narrow minded. So if anyone out there has a passion for something, NEVER GIVE UP regardless of the walls you have to jump. You are the one who has the ability. Go after you dream.
My dad has similar experience with his parents. So he did what he can to make our journey in sport possible. I didn't appreciated it enough when I was younger (his military approach wasn't the softest) but now I really appreciate his help and support in this area.
PTO must love him. He was the best thing about Collins Cup last year. More Laidlow at this year’s Collins Cup and less interviewer asking athletes about what spirit animal they are please. 😉
More are starting to love him, easier to love someone at the top than someone trying to make it to the top. Sad but true. I think he's an entertainer, just what triathlon needs!
Sam you are best - show them all and plan 2023 to win races. be smart and be humble within and you will reap all you dream of - the day will come and you are amazing. So admire you
As far as I'm concerned it's people like Sam and others that keep triathlon exciting. And I also like some smack talk, the fact that people hate Sam is proof that he's good because nobody bothers hating someone if they suck
What a relief to have SL on the top at the moment. his family and calmness are a contributing factor to his success. no trashy, idiotic motivational crap with babies and YoYo Yo. just a good bloke who loves to train.
he is still bery young and has a lot of potential and a long way to go. one blowout at colli s and one amazing race in kona doesnt define you as an athlete. he is still progressing.lots of potential but so do a lot of other upcomjng athletes.
Sam is a top contender and his words are being back up by results. Finishing 2nd at the IM WC2022 at Kona, right in between Gustav and Kristian was superb.
He’s so young and so talented with such a strong and unique personality. We have barely even see anything from him. He’s on the threshold of being one of the sport’s all-time greats, I believe.
all time greats ?? he hasnt won a single race yet, 2nd in kona is very promising but he is got a long way still, so do others. the field depth is insane these days.
I think the Collins cup pre race should be put to bed. It showed more, how doesn’t have a character and blown out of proportion. Great work Sam and good luck.
@@nono_no pros were encouraged to try some friendly banter to set up rivalries similar to boxing but when they tried it triggered some people, so everyone learned it might not be the way to go
Is the original rap video anywhere to find? Got that "what's up sam long" stuck in my head since one week, need to listen to it entirely to get it out i think😂
He is an excellent athlete however the way he enter the public arena was a bit disrespectful hopefully the perception of him changes in the future. Good luck in 2023.
Great athlete with an enormous career ahead of him as his kona performance proves. However his lack of humility last year made him a target which should be a lesson - for anyone. Top boy but reign in the big boy chat until you are one - as I have no doubt you will be.
Being a loudmouth is not the marker of a big personality. And having lots of self-confidence and a big ego don’t require being disrespectful. He’ll learn that too, whether he likes it or not.
And as I get back to training, 13 hours a day, most something I thought of, treat this more like a dream come true, rather then job, like if your heart is racing for the dollar, I promise I beat you:) and I swim in santa Cruz ocean, not scared of your swim, actully not to scared of you, rather looking forward to the sword battle, as I think I will bring the best of the best to me:)
@@SwimDudeSwim Fair nough Dawg, but SlowSwimSL is already maxed out in swimming, he will never improve any further and where was he in Kona 2022? I rest my case, but good effort on your part, as well SlowSwimSL did not have the COURAGE to participate in EEBEETHA, Spain 0n 06May2023 at first PTO event of 2023? How bout them apples? All the Best!!
Love comes from God, or the wholly spirit:) so if you hate him, maybe take a closer look at your spirit:) I love you Sam, I am a dream liver:) going to have a big race in few years, epic one, like one you will only find in dreams,,,trick is, or secret is to make you dream reality,,,I love the swim:) been biking since 13, race will be when I am 55, currently 51 years young, getting younger every day, but,,,really love your spirit, and truly that what I love about this sport, its like a sword fight, with out the swords,,,keep up the epic good:) will be watching, I have decided becoming a pro tri athlete is not my dream, but do consider myself a pro youtube watcher:) so my racing name is youtube man, as I get all my powers from youtube videos, we are in a special dream world my friend, and just like my dream, your dream, think most important, keep talking dreams, as maybe the best blessing is we get everyone living their dreams, and what a world this could be, or lets say will be, when I started my dream, win hawii ironman, there were many people on my side, and many not, now both helped show me the way, one said I would be to old, at 51, best shape of my life, one said would not have the money, I am the best daytrader I have ever been, so as they say, dont listen to the naysayers, I say, no listen to them, prove them wrong:) and its like a dream come ture, big race, will becallled respect for life, will be in santa Cruz, CA,,,will be a long course, will have a 33 million dollar prize pool, will be praying to see you there,,,dream on,!!!your new fan youtube man:)
I lost a lot of respect for Sam Long after all this. He threw shit for fun but the first bit that came back his way he took the huff. Wasn’t Laidlows fault Long can’t catch. Rap was funny.
Yawn, Sam Laidlow is top class triathlete. Tried to make the PTO interesting and Sam Long threw his toys out of the pram. Nothing but best wishes for SL.
His Instagram is really witty and leading kona off the front all day was the most bold and amazing performance of the day
Love someone who can be unapologetically themselves. The sport needs more Sam Laidlows - hope he continues to go from strength to strength 👍
Great life he has. He has my back.
He's so lucky to have family support. Every sport I tried and was good at my parents hated. Golf was hard because they wouldn't buy me clubs, I eventually got a 2 handicap at 21. But unfortunately the 12 year journey to get there broke me. I quit at 22 yo.
Running was/is my other passion. But again they would not encourage me. I was always good at running so I kept af it. At 46 yo now, I'm better/faster than ever.
I had a car but preferred cycling everywhere, they could understand that. My parents are not bad people, but are narrow minded.
So if anyone out there has a passion for something, NEVER GIVE UP regardless of the walls you have to jump. You are the one who has the ability. Go after you dream.
My dad has similar experience with his parents. So he did what he can to make our journey in sport possible. I didn't appreciated it enough when I was younger (his military approach wasn't the softest) but now I really appreciate his help and support in this area.
After IM world champs last year, no one should make the mistake of doubting this man.
PTO must love him. He was the best thing about Collins Cup last year.
More Laidlow at this year’s Collins Cup and less interviewer asking athletes about what spirit animal they are please. 😉
Love him..pure talent, great personality, a true triathelte who started doing triathlon..not from 1 sport. Vive la France
More are starting to love him, easier to love someone at the top than someone trying to make it to the top. Sad but true. I think he's an entertainer, just what triathlon needs!
Sam you are best - show them all and plan 2023 to win races. be smart and be humble within and you will reap all you dream of - the day will come and you are amazing. So admire you
The sport needs Sam he is a breath of fresh air !!
The way this guy talks about his dad is enough for me. Respect.
Thanks for the nice content 🤝
As far as I'm concerned it's people like Sam and others that keep triathlon exciting. And I also like some smack talk, the fact that people hate Sam is proof that he's good because nobody bothers hating someone if they suck
What a relief to have SL on the top at the moment. his family and calmness are a contributing factor to his success. no trashy, idiotic motivational crap with babies and YoYo Yo. just a good bloke who loves to train.
Top man! nothing wrong with a bit of Banter.. maybe Mr Long needs to chill and laugh it off!
he is still bery young and has a lot of potential and a long way to go. one blowout at colli s and one amazing race in kona doesnt define you as an athlete. he is still progressing.lots of potential but so do a lot of other upcomjng athletes.
I'm waiting to see Magnus racing this year. He has such a great potential IMO.
Sam is a top contender and his words are being back up by results. Finishing 2nd at the IM WC2022 at Kona, right in between Gustav and Kristian was superb.
He’s so young and so talented with such a strong and unique personality. We have barely even see anything from him. He’s on the threshold of being one of the sport’s all-time greats, I believe.
all time greats ?? he hasnt won a single race yet, 2nd in kona is very promising but he is got a long way still, so do others. the field depth is insane these days.
I think the Collins cup pre race should be put to bed. It showed more, how doesn’t have a character and blown out of proportion. Great work Sam and good luck.
Love this. Cmon Sam
The goat
CHAMPION!
What’s not to love?
@@nono_no pros were encouraged to try some friendly banter to set up rivalries similar to boxing but when they tried it triggered some people, so everyone learned it might not be the way to go
@@nono_no people just need to grow a bit of backbone and got off their high horses. Get on with it and stop whining about a few words
slowly i start to like him...
Is the original rap video anywhere to find? Got that "what's up sam long" stuck in my head since one week, need to listen to it entirely to get it out i think😂
"Sam Long, you aint that stron" I fucking love him :D
I mean, Sam Long crushed him last year at the collins cup ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
He is an excellent athlete however the way he enter the public arena was a bit disrespectful hopefully the perception of him changes in the future. Good luck in 2023.
What he did?
why would anyone 'hate' him? he's a young guy who works hard and goes bloody fast.
Great athlete with an enormous career ahead of him as his kona performance proves. However his lack of humility last year made him a target which should be a lesson - for anyone. Top boy but reign in the big boy chat until you are one - as I have no doubt you will be.
Being a loudmouth is not the marker of a big personality. And having lots of self-confidence and a big ego don’t require being disrespectful. He’ll learn that too, whether he likes it or not.
... and get engraved the coordonates of Kona finish line ... 😉🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩
He said his family’s values 3 or 4 times
What values are they they he wants to represent?
He’s a Brit racing under the French banner, isn’t he?That accent lol😂
And as I get back to training, 13 hours a day, most something I thought of, treat this more like a dream come true, rather then job, like if your heart is racing for the dollar, I promise I beat you:) and I swim in santa Cruz ocean, not scared of your swim, actully not to scared of you, rather looking forward to the sword battle, as I think I will bring the best of the best to me:)
Is that a charlie brown t shirt?
Love marmite lol
Slow ASS Swim Sam Long has nothing on Swift Swim Sam Laidlow!!! GG! This dude ROCKS!!!! Woohoo!!! GG!
Sam Long literally beat him last year at the collins cup lmao
@@SwimDudeSwim Fair nough Dawg, but SlowSwimSL is already maxed out in swimming, he will never improve any further and where was he in Kona 2022? I rest my case, but good effort on your part, as well SlowSwimSL did not have the COURAGE to participate in EEBEETHA, Spain 0n 06May2023 at first PTO event of 2023? How bout them apples? All the Best!!
Oups old bike video clips 🙊
What is this sport 😢 feels like I'm watching Lord of the Rings...
Love comes from God, or the wholly spirit:) so if you hate him, maybe take a closer look at your spirit:) I love you Sam, I am a dream liver:) going to have a big race in few years, epic one, like one you will only find in dreams,,,trick is, or secret is to make you dream reality,,,I love the swim:) been biking since 13, race will be when I am 55, currently 51 years young, getting younger every day, but,,,really love your spirit, and truly that what I love about this sport, its like a sword fight, with out the swords,,,keep up the epic good:) will be watching, I have decided becoming a pro tri athlete is not my dream, but do consider myself a pro youtube watcher:) so my racing name is youtube man, as I get all my powers from youtube videos, we are in a special dream world my friend, and just like my dream, your dream, think most important, keep talking dreams, as maybe the best blessing is we get everyone living their dreams, and what a world this could be, or lets say will be, when I started my dream, win hawii ironman, there were many people on my side, and many not, now both helped show me the way, one said I would be to old, at 51, best shape of my life, one said would not have the money, I am the best daytrader I have ever been, so as they say, dont listen to the naysayers, I say, no listen to them, prove them wrong:) and its like a dream come ture, big race, will becallled respect for life, will be in santa Cruz, CA,,,will be a long course, will have a 33 million dollar prize pool, will be praying to see you there,,,dream on,!!!your new fan youtube man:)
What a plonker Sam Long is.
Hate it!
I lost a lot of respect for Sam Long after all this. He threw shit for fun but the first bit that came back his way he took the huff. Wasn’t Laidlows fault Long can’t catch. Rap was funny.
Yawn, Sam Laidlow is top class triathlete. Tried to make the PTO interesting and Sam Long threw his toys out of the pram. Nothing but best wishes for SL.