Boxing's First Filipino Olympic Gold Medalist is from England? | Tom Welland

Leo Antell captures the story of Tom Welland, an amateur boxer who’s embarking on a journey to become the first Filipino Olympic gold medalist in boxing.
Tom 3 weeks out from his big move to the Philippines when we started filming. Everything he did was gearing up to him going out there to prove himself as an elite amateur boxer, and potentially a future olympian.
Tom believes that England Boxing should’ve chosen him, and that he wasn’t given the opportunity to prove himself as a candidate to represent them on an international level..
The Documentary uncovers how he was able to become part of the Philippines Olympic Squad in response to not being chosen by his home country.
He flipped the script on anyone who doubted him.
The Philippines have been longing for an Olympic gold medal ever since 1996 when Onyok Velasco returned to his home country with a silver medal..
They believed he was robbed.. Since then, you’ve had so much promising talent coming out of the country, and they’re a powerhouse in boxing, yet they haven’t won a single gold medal in boxing. It's even considered their national sport with the like of Manny Pacquiao becoming a huge symbol of hope for the Filipinos.
With all that said, imagine a Brit goes and wins it for them..
I believe this is a really special project, unlike any captured before in amateur boxing! We need the support of the community for this one.
This isn’t just a story about a kid pursuing greatness in boxing..
This is about family, this is about a dream and doing whatever it takes to achieve something, making every sacrifice necessary.
In under 15 minutes you’re taken on the journey of an 18 year old boy looking to accomplish his goal, leaving everything behind; you see his whole career unfold before you and watch him on a journey to becoming a man.
What I can promise is: you will laugh, you’ll feel inspired and you may even shed a tear. It’s got a bit in there for everyone, whether you’re a boxing fan, sports fan or you don’t even like sport.
This story is definitely just the start of a very special talent.

[@Joy-Hope]

Go for gold Tom, you've got the whole Philippines behind you!

[@lowblowleo]

🇵🇭🇵🇭

[@denniscanete6658]

​@@lowblowleo🇵🇭🏅💯🔥

[@jeraldojose958]

We’re here for you, all of us Tom! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇵🇭🇵🇭 wishing you a the best of luck.

[@ernestocarrillo7]

Go for gold Tom just don’t use steroids like Many PakROIDS Punkiao aka the PakBISHman. Also don’t duck and cherry pick like Punkiao used to love doing.

[@KSA_Traveller2009]

@@ernestocarrillo7 Speak straight to whom you are referring your words? A straight man speak straight don't speak like a Gay....Pakroids Punkiao who? I know your are talking for someone name. Stop talking irrelevant and nonsense thing your mouth full of garbage accusation.

[@titomataac6956]

Thanks for representing our Philippines. Once you step your foot on the ring, Filipino's all over the world are cheering for you. Win or loose, you are already a Champ to us.

[@marksampaga7283]

Proud to be Philippines God blessed just continue you r journey we will support you 🙏🏼🇵🇭

[@lowblowleo]

Thank you!! 🇵🇭🇵🇭

[@jayar12888]

OA mo hahahah oberprawd amp prawd ka sa ibng lahi

[@elmer9787]

We are proud for you as Filipinos & will support you. Good luck & God Bless. Praying for your successes. Thanks & Mabuhay from Manila.

[@josesantaanna]

Filipino fighters aimed for the money that's why the best ones became Professional World Champions rather than Olympians .From the era of Pancho Villa to Flash Elorde to Penalosa, Espinosa and the recent Pacquiao era. The sad thing is that Philippine amateur boxing just like all other Philippines armature sports is always stained with politics. The female Filipina medalist in the last Olympics was exploited to promote President Duterte and his supporters were claiming it's because of President Duterte that the Philippine produced Olympic winners which is totally absurd.

[@boxingboy1040]

God bless mate..Proud of you to represent our beloved country Phillipines 🇵🇭

[@lowblowleo]

🇵🇭 ❤

[@surigaoglibres3413]

I’m so Proud of you Pilipino young Blood keep focus on what are you doin just continue train hard like Manny Pacquiao soon you gonna be World Class Champion mark my word ❤

[@lowblowleo]

👊

[@bolero85]

You have a big journey ahead of you brother !!! We are here to support you !! Let’s get this gold medal Tom

[@lowblowleo]

Whatever happens, he's the future of boxing

[@andrewa2730]

Go for it Tom! You have a very strong support from your family and the whole nation is behind you. Make us proud mate. Mabuhay ang Pilipinas!!! Long live the Queen!!!

[@igorivanov7232]

speak for yourself, how the f*ck did you know that the whole country is behind him?

[@lowblowleo]

🤝

[@ard8785]

The Queen cannot live long.... The Queen is already dead..... 😅

[@florianjm8]

@@ard8785😂😂😂

[@markanthonysolon9276]

he's got that raw filipino power and heart in him and i can see it in his punches. that's gonna carry him through to the bright lights. You can teach boxing, but you cannot teach power and heart. It's either you have it or you don't! Show them your power Tom!

[@lowblowleo]

Absolute powerhouse, he is! Very much a pro style

[@ricodsanchez6792]

your wrong u can teach power and heart and it can become a trait too. its a skill work and develop it. besides he learnt to box in the uk nothing to do with the philipnes

[@markanthonysolon9276]

@@ricodsanchez6792 you can teach techniques on how to punch effectively and hit stronger but you dont understand what i meant. You havent been in the gym to understand what i mean. Ask boxing coaches so you'll know. And its not about race i am talking here, you are taking it too literal. Different boxers from different countries have a signature trait, like mexico is known for their fighting spirit and toe to toe fighting, filipinos are a known breed for their power but i am not saying its only the filipinos who possess power. Like cubans and puerto ricans are known for their gracefulness in the ring and mostly are pure boxers. I think you are going to misundertand that too when i say 'pure boxers'.

[@jimbfrysanchez2367]

Filipino steroids Like manny Pacquiao

[@ricodsanchez6792]

@markanthonysolon9276 I'm an English elite amateur turning pro and have spared in the u.s, Puerto Rico and Russia outside of the UK. We had basically someone from each nation u mentioned training there. My style was to like chavez sr as that forward movement matches my personality of aggression. I'm english despite my KZbin name. I saw Russians hurt Mexicans Americans hurt Russians ect There was no 1 nation that owned a way

[@MonsterArmz]

Good luck kabayan 🇵🇭💪👊 don't forget your people behind you God will bless you more.

[@solomiosisante5696]

I want to be a part of those who supported you while you're still up and coming. You've got the blood, you've got em talent and skills. You like to train hard. Now win it. You got this.

[@LavaR0ck]

Seeing your mom so proud of you already makes me see you as a winner! Good luck!?

[@lowblowleo]

❤️

[@mattdigong5654]

Soar high Tom! Go go for gold we are proud of you!

[@lowblowleo]

🇵🇭💪

[@ronniebbyvhammondb4656]

Keep training Tom, you have a mix blood of a Filipino warrior. Do your best in ur boxing career. Filipinos are watching and supports you, gud luck.

[@esterespiritu4605]

This guy he's gonna be a superstar soon in boxing with a blood of Filipino...

[@lowblowleo]

🤞

[@renesioanno-que658]

Go on pinoy boxer for gold ! Do your best for God's glory.God bless you and grant you success !

[@lowblowleo]

👊

[@TeamRecycled]

You got our support from Germany 🇩🇪 !!! 🇵🇭 For 🥇

[@lowblowleo]

🇩🇪 🤝🇵🇭

[@drincastronero5296]

Goodluck kid.. god bless you the entire Philippines nation is here to support you

[@EPPICFAIL42]

Fantastic, can’t wait to follow the journey 🥊

[@lowblowleo]

🤞

[@jackburford7336]

Inspiring Stuff, great production as well. Good luck on your journey 💪🏼

[@lowblowleo]

Thank you very much, Jack! 🙏

[@BB-er3km]

Just how this kid talks. You can see the confidence in him. Wouldn't be shock if he wins the gold medal!

[@mickeymouse7529]

Ay bro I hope you know the magnitude of support youll get now that your representing Philippines 🇵🇭. Im from USA 🇺🇸 but will closely watch your journey. Wish you the best B!

[@jimmyescolar9615]

Oh i see you have a Filipino blood, your mom watcing you a little worry but having big heart of supporting you, always be humble son, God bless you and your family💪🇵🇭

[@sheldon7376]

Goodluck man! Great production, I'll be following your journey from 🇨🇦

[@lowblowleo]

Thank you very much 🤝

[@2stride86]

Good luck Tom all the best 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🇵🇭

[@rolandtiu9934]

FROM THE BOTTOM OF OUR HEARTS, WE SINCERELY THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING THE PHILIPPINES TO REPRESENT YOUR SKILLS IN BOXING. YES, WIN OR LOOSE, YOU ARE OUR WINNER...OUR CHAMPION IN OUR HEARTS. WE ARE ALWAYS AT YOUR BACK

[@andytabas6938]

Proud to be pilipino. Continue your journey. You are next super star in boxing history. Good luck.

[@lowblowleo]

I’m sure he’d appreciate that a lot! 👊

[@Lukee178]

Good luck look forward to following your journey 🇵🇭

[@danilodelrosario6448]

Welcome and wishing you all the best

[@lupin7614]

May the force be with you!!!! GO FOR🥇!!!🇵🇭❤️!!!!

[@bonaxanos7207]

im your new fans here idol!! keep the good works❤

[@cyrusviterbo1911]

Pilipino people's support you! What ever happened.go for gold👌👍

[@lowblowleo]

👊

[@edwindelfinado6105]

Thank you Tom for your intention to represent Philippines in Olympic. I am proud to tell you that we your kababayan are the best cheering and suppoter squad in the whole planet . Whatever the result in olympics thw whole Philippines is proud of you .

[@Periskop1]

Let´s go Tom!💪PH

[@lowblowleo]

💪

[@tatakesh4669]

Ya mate thank you for choosing Philippines we are all behind you in your journey

[@Werwulph]

Godspeed Tom! I'll be following your career from now on.

[@nisethcas5591]

Hey tom.. im excited on your new video.. i wanted to see your progress here in the Philippines 😊

[@rizalinasuzuki9089]

Just keep up the good work ,we proud of you God bless you!!

[@lowblowleo]

🙏🇵🇭

[@ethanzybutz9849]

Amazing editing 🙌

[@marjunmarcelocristobal2678]

The Filipino Blood of a Warrior runs through your Veins!! UNLEASH that WARRIOR IN YOU!! 113 MILLION FILIPINOS ARE WELL- BEHIND IN SUPPORTING YOU!!❤❤❤❤

[@rustydogrustydog9191]

Cheesy!😂

[@thisislilraskal]

Proud of my fellow Filipino brother. Sending power and blessings from Melbourne Australia

[@rickydato7231]

Train hard, be patient,don't make any trash talk to any challenges....pray God,may blessed you...

[@lowblowleo]

🤝

[@joselitoreyes4325]

Go Tom. We support you.

[@lowblowleo]

🙌

[@pipocabrera4772]

all in support here goodluck

[@PhotoVideoDream-lz9ut]

New subscriber here.....Let us support another Mix Filipino athlete.....More Power to you man......

[@zethcao11]

May God bless and protect you as you pursue your chosen career. Stay healthy and strong. Good luck to your journey. Mabuhay Pilipinas.

[@robintheobandelaria7889]

Go for the gold. . .Laban Pilipinas!!!

[@conflictdiamondz]

We Stand Behind You Warrior. Go Blast Them Fools Get that Gold Believe in Your Warrior Spirit. God Bless Brother from Australia

[@lowblowleo]

🫡🫡❤️

[@panobalayo1422]

godluck Pilipino proud!!!hope u make noise to rh e boxing world and make ur dreams come true 👍💪💪👋👋🙏😄😄🇵🇭

[@lowblowleo]

Wow, Thank you! 🇵🇭🇵🇭

[@roelniegas4770]

Good luck to your new journey Tom. Please get that first Olympic boxing Gold for the Philippines!!! 🥇🥇🥇

[@marieflores5055]

New subscriber here. I'm going to watch your journey. Stay focus with the heart ❤️ 💙 Fighting !!! God bless on your journey 🙏 🙌 Salute to you parents 🙏

[@wanderingwency]

We're here to support you @Tom Welland. Stay Humble. 💪😎

[@lowblowleo]

Welland* 🤣

[@wanderingwency]

@@lowblowleo sorry for the auto corrections in my phone. 🤣

[@Dexter-sh1uq]

Can't wait for the next upload🔥🔥🔥

[@lowblowleo]

Keep your eyes peeled. New ‘Next In Line’ out soon on a different boxer. Stay tuned 👊

[@kthomas8968]

Great doc

[@pk2959]

Seb bless you man for your dedication and belief in your fighters . Tom go for it ❤️🥊

[@bintananiberto864]

If what it says is true, you got the whole filipinos cheering for you then. Im one of them. You can count me in for your support Mabuhay ka at saludo! Good luck.

[@takingoutthetrash1512]

intelligent young man,, hope he goes far. wish him the best, especially representing asians

[@lowblowleo]

👊👊

[@ronnienestor]

Filipinos will support you in your quest for gold in boxing. Aim high. Cheers.

[@charlietabone6162]

Good luck in the future I hope it all works out for you you're putting in the hard work and you deserve it as much the next bloke and you've got a great family behind you even your little sister backing you up all the way make a more proud good luck🙏👊

[@lowblowleo]

👊

[@ondamove9951]

All the BEST of luck to your journey.. Go for GOLD

[@rodgeronimo6557]

Let's go!!! Be a bad ass. Rootin for ya.

[@cyclingxventures]

I'll be rooting for you, Tom! You have the entire Philippine Nation behind you!...Let's get it!

[@otakisenpai8377]

Noice Rooting for you And also subbed

[@rc-vd8vm]

Boxing is the one of the Filipino's favourite sports. It's good they recognise your hard work. Hopefully you'll win our first Olympic gold in boxing. Para sa bayan! 🇬🇧🇵🇭💪

[@rogeliovillareal7036]

lezzzgoooo tom...lets box"❤️🇵🇭

[@MrJacksuper]

oh my gosh, am a filipino here in new zealand and i just saw this video here in youtube. am literally crying to see alot of filipino blooded "mistizo" are now stepping up into the world stage! am so proud of Tom and other half filipnos am praying for his success in boxing!!!

[@bossingtagalogrecaps]

I support you brother! from PH

[@regoragnes211]

Very proud of you Tom.

[@Seattle.]

We have your support my boy

[@orvincruzante6819]

Whole pilipinos so proud of you tom.. good luck and God be with you mate..

[@georgepotato7767]

Good luck Champ! Go represent the "3 Stars and a Sun", the entire nation is behind you.

[@jerryflores820]

Filipino Support you 110 % kabayan!

[@bryanjumadiao153]

Let's go PH 🇵🇭 SAKALAM 💪🥊

[@lowblowleo]

💪

[@willyvasquez8531]

Im proud of you bro. Continue

[@timhentompap8595]

lets go 🇵🇭 for the gold

[@lowblowleo]

🇵🇭Thanks for the support!

[@galanacci.the.creator]

I love what your doing Leo, keep this shit up! Super excited to follow Tom Wellands journey through your lens 🔥

[@lowblowleo]

Thank you brother! I’m very excited to see Tom’s career take off too!

[@caseypatel9746]

Win the Gold for Philippines Tom! All the way from Canada.

[@herbertdodz]

Bring the gold into philippines bro,,,we need you to stand up in boxing in olympics to boost the moral of the filipinos,,,stay humble champs

[@miggyhills6772]

Im a new subscriber and a fan. I hope I can have the opportunity to see you here in London! Go for the Gold buddy!!

[@lowblowleo]

This isn’t Tom’s channel but appreciate the subscription! Hopefully a part 2 soon 🤞

[@munezvloggerofficial9991]

Proud of you from phillipines goodluck..

[@SCM793]

Great guy wish you all the glory and honours ofvv VP boxing!

[@lowblowleo]

🙏

[@glennboytv8516]

New subscriber her supporting from Philippines good luck kabayan💪

[@lowblowleo]

👊

[@mbldnd]

Full support brother, still a lot to improve on. Hope Manny tucks you in his wings.

[@manuelmoraleda9684]

May you find success in your aspiration.

[@Seattle.]

You our champion bring forth the greatest

[@vistabryan6289]

Lets goooooooo ❤❤❤

[@lowblowleo]

❤️

[@Eric-qm5xw]

Good luck fella 🙏🇵🇭🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@lowblowleo]

🙏

[@mrunique4871]

Go get it fella , all the best .

[@lowblowleo]

👊

[@bennystokes8481]

i enjoyed watching and meeting this kid so will watch out for the name.

[@lowblowleo]

Always an exciting watch, Tom 🤝

[@calvin.velascoYT]

Go for gold. Good luck kababayan

[@01redlightning]

Tom wish you all the best! Mabuhay!

[@nmamparo]

Good luck Tom. All the best!

[@xDuttinho]

👏👏

[@lowblowleo]

👊

[@vonaroz4354]

113 million filipinos will be supporting you and the rest of filipinos around the world 🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭🙏🙏🙏

[@lowblowleo]

❤️🇵🇭

[@perryrodriguez]

Good luck son. Love from here 😤💪🏽🙏🏽👊🏽🇵🇭🇵🇭

[@PinoyWestLondonBoyEscapes]

#dothework #chaseexcellence Keep going 💪❤🇵🇭you got this soldier!

[@jaysoncangco8108]

Go for gold tom. Salute

[@musicramblingsbyeben]

May God guide you in your quest, Tom. Best of luck! 🙏

[@papashog]

Good luck ! Everyone has to find what is really meant for them.. I hope your Career flourish in the Philippines

[@TheCreativeChannel]

All the best 👍. 🇸🇬 🇵🇭 🇬🇧

[@leabautista897]

I will follow you godbless you always