Chris Nikic finishing IRONMAN Florida 2020 as first athlete ever with the down syndrome

[@jacobabbott7915]

Don't let him fool you He is only doing this for the smokin hott blondes

[@brittney6396]

😂

[@adamw4020]

With Theo as a wingman nothing can go wrong.

[@sideshw1940]

Praise God

[@PEbro34]

His dad needs to sit at a separate table so he can enjoy his time with his smokin hot wife while drinking whiskey, tequila, beer, snacks, and she takes him to the hotel room after ❤️

[@craigrittase5340]

Why else would you do it? : )

[@skylerjboehs]

Who is here after Theo's podcast?

[@landonjohnson2584]

This guy right here

[@TheJCinator]

Gang

[@happyfacevintage]

GANG GANG

[@bradbrown6476]

Gang gang brother.

[@vinny5638]

ONWARD

[@mjmcg73]

Chris said the greatest feeling of completing the Iron Man was "being included"

[@kellyetallent]

I've never been more proud of/inspired by an absolute stranger in my entire life. Way to slay, Chris. 👏

[@danielserver8079]

HECK YEAH!

[@craighibbert]

Nailed it

[@3WalkingPoles]

Well said!

[@macktheripper7454]

He’s on another level

[@annie_lillyg9056]

I actually know him!

[@treywhite2900]

Shout out to the guide!

[@swaggedoutyt8679]

What an absolute legend, let’s not forget the guide guy as well for being there with him every step of the way and making sure he got thru it. 💯

[@davidskirnisson3729]

Rule 4: Compare Yourself to Who You Were Yesterday, Not to Who Someone Else is Today.

[@sunshineross4590]

Every mum like me with a kid with Down syndrome or T21 is watching this now. Thank you! 😍😭💖

[@olivergoblirsch4]

❤ bless your kid and your family

[@roberthodgson3574]

Anything is possible...

[@hughmungis713]

On Theo vons podcast he said that it took him 6 years to learn to ride a bike and he still did it what mental strength it must have took

[@stevesavage4247]

By day 4 the frustration would've beat me... what a legend

[@johannesbrosemann8561]

Just what I needed to get back onto the Ironman training. What an inspiration, well done Chris.

[@tsalles2584]

This has to be the best thing that happened in 2020!

[@davidw2033]

This is one of the most beautiful moments I’ve ever seen in Ironman triathlon. I bow my head in respect to this gentleman. Well done

[@chrischris7956]

How does this not have more views? This is something special. Congratulations Chris on a fantastic accomplishment.

[@deeperskyX]

It's not fair. he was pulled in the water by his "guide". look at the lines! He's not a legitimate Ironman! Why this has not more views you ask? Becouse no one wants to see a cheater.

[@rogerholthe6365]

@@deeperskyX Hey nr 1 clown! I wonder how someone can allow cratures like you to be born🤔

[@rogerholthe6365]

i mean creatures

[@esoteric404]

it's been posted in many other places, but none of them have anywhere near the attention that they deserve.

[@stephendule7123]

Congrats to Chris for being an inspiration and an ironman, but also shout out to those guides. The amount of patience and resilience those guys had to push Chris to a limit he didn't even know he could exceed. You could see the pain on Chris's face throughout the race, and his guide only gave him encouragement and positivity, helping him get through it. That's true heart right there.

[@danieltheshark]

ah, shit got something in my eye

[@brettfreiburger2055]

Great job Chris. Keep up the great work. Keep showing people that there aren't limitations.

[@patrickv8579]

I saw this on ESPN! I laughed, cried and prayed during this episode. So inspiring! Thank You ESPN!! You are my hero Chris!

[@clarakleinelezzi305]

You are my Hero. You are such an Inspiration and motivation for us all. Best regards from Berlin Germany

[@annie_lillyg9056]

Awww I actually know him!

[@vinny5638]

@@annie_lillyg9056 thats beautiful i saw him on theo vons podcast and just had to check out his marathon footage

[@karenheyward9590]

Congratulation!!!!!!!!. Winning ESPYS Award and I love Your dance.👏👏👏👏👏👏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏.

[@kbstudent]

I think there ought to be some kind of award for IronParents. As a teacher, I've seen so many talented students fail for lack of parental involvement and support. Here are two that had a Downs child and said, "Bring it."

[@donovanalex9751]

I knew i was gonna cry before i even watched it!! 😢😢😭

[@davidskirnisson3729]

@@deeperskyX climb down from your high horse. It's for safety, and doesn't make Chris any less of an Ironman. Or inspiration.

[@deeperskyX]

@@davidskirnisson3729 yeah so next time a lot of people will go with a guide and let them drag in the water for "security reasons" Anyone can say that they have psychologic illness, so a guide is needed.

[@anmu4772]

@@deeperskyX it’s so obvious in your case that you even don’t need to say it. I wish your guide had not left you for a while on your own with YT.

[@stevieg2369]

Same here,what an inspiration, he came out the water and he didn't even look tired

[@stevieg2369]

@@deeperskyX my god what kind of person are you ,what a despicable comment

[@TheLongjohntim]

I bet that announcer will never forget announcing his name. To his uncle who stood up and said Yes I'll train him, THANK YOU! We need more people like you in the world.

[@j.davidwilson4485]

Once upon a time I rode 3,720 km across Canada in 15 days as part of a relay but what Chris accomplished is way tougher and significant. I bow down in awe!

[@danielserver8079]

This is awesome. Shoulda been front page news for every newspaper in America. Way to go, hombre.

[@admfrm610]

Theo is so awesome for this!

[@yoshibender]

I heard about this Monday morning while getting ready for a long day of bike riding. I thought of Chris and his incredible performance while challenging myself to a long mountain bike ride that day, what an inspiration. Congratulations Chris!

[@Sarni3]

I bow my head to an amazing athlete . Congratulations young man .

[@iholesale]

This is what real heroes look like. Find inspiration and dig deep, work hard and earn it. Too many people looking to celebrity when we have people like this in the world.

[@kadiru.4419]

this guy was not born healthy and is living my dream! i just read his name and somehow i researched it and he is now my biggest inspiration!

[@raveneliette3003]

Congratulations Chris! This is amazing very inspiring

[@RB_4832]

Mr. Nikic has truly motivated me. Inspiration for Life!

[@Sick-o]

So freaking amazing. I’ve worked with and been around lots of kids with special needs and this is so awesome to see. Never underestimate those kids, they’re capable of so much more than you might think.

[@King_JappyJoe]

This was beautiful. How inspirational!

[@karenheyward9590]

Good job Chris, I'm in your corner👏👏👏👏👏👏. I hope you know I will always believe you .You can win Any race that you put your mind too.👏👏👏👏👏👏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏. You're ALWAYS going to be an Iron Man in my book.

[@Deetroiter]

People like Chris, the Hoyts, etc are true trailblazers for ALL athletes and especially those that are handicapable!

[@kylemcleod2839]

Came here right from This Past Weekend with Theo Von, Chris is a damn Gem!! Can’t wait for you to find your smoking hot babe brother.

[@mrvrose9999]

This is so beautiful on so many levels. Congratulations, Chris!

[@evilequinox1833]

What an inspiration to everyone. I am proud to have you as a fellow human here. You are a true Ironman

[@waynedixon2464]

Looks like 2020 has it's positive story of the year, damn I'm super impressed, continue to achieve your dreams and push your boundaries!! Great motivation.

[@darianescorza9762]

Also the guide sir you are a beast of a human being wow a true iron man

[@Tarpon65]

Great job Chris and to all of your support team. Wonderful accomplishment!

[@rosamackenzie2368]

Yes Chris - thank you for inspiring people all over the world - sending all my congratulations for becoming an IronMan from Scotland !!!!

[@SummerAdamsdotcom]

Crying 😭 So proud!!! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@poeticgrub7611]

Chris CONGRATULATIONS! Your my Heroe dude!

[@chorlauheung4920]

YOU ROCK, CHRIS! Congrats on your awesome achievement! You are an inspiration to everyone. Confirms that anything is possible.

[@kennyhollidayjr5206]

Knew a guy with down growing up and he was an incredibly strong man. This is great!💪👍

[@andrewonmyway8184]

What a fantastic and emotionally achievement. Well done Chris and the team for proving anything is possible if you want something that bad. Big hug to you Chris.You are a true inspiration to everyone.

[@manutdnz]

The guide is an absolute champion for doing this with this young man and chris is an iron man beast!

[@leonardboey5359]

Pure Determination. You should be very proud of yourselves you will motivate many others. From Leonard (Singapore)

[@irieprendygal]

Way to go Chris! You inspire!

[@salpah09]

Chris represents the Real USA high none stop spirit working together to support all toward success. Great job!

[@denniscarranza3165]

"Never say never, because limits, like fears, are often just an illusion."- Michael Jordan.

[@gengar678]

Absolutely great. Says as least as much about the family though giving the right inspiration and support and his coach. Very inspirational

[@sebastjansebastjan2729]

He is real warrior! Respect from slovenia 👍

[@robertoamador2094]

Congratulations Chris! Your determination and strength are amazing. You are an inspiration to all of us. Great accomplishment!

[@Jordan_Hsieh]

Way to go Ironman Chris! Felt so proud of you as I kept watching this video!

[@SteveLeicht1]

Of all the athletic and gut checking sports for anyone to succeed in! Knowing some of the challenges faced by individuals with DS, I find this to be one of the greatest achievements in sports EVER. We can't all complete an Ironman Event, but we can surely learn to push a little harder each day and to have a little more self-discipline. Unreal.

[@alexmccumber2799]

Chris - you are an inspiration to me to set tough goals and persevere until they are achieved - thank you

[@jamesabbott8621]

Simply amazing. So inspirational. Love his hugs as well

[@cring4291]

Wow! that is truly the best thing I've seen in a very long time. Congratulations !

[@jankaduraciiik]

All the inspiration anyone should ever need 😊

[@robertelliott310]

what a BADASS!

[@liesier90]

You are my hero Chris. Well done!!!

[@danielleheverly5717]

He’s a beast!!!! You can tell he was having so much fun! I would have been dead after the swimming. He came out like yeah I’ve got this what’s next! Absolutely incredible!!!! I’m in absolute awe!! Congratulations nick!!!! Could not be more proud of you!

[@danieldouglas4211]

What a fricken legend, gets the tears flowing

[@esoteric404]

dude you are such a STUD! i'll be completing my first full IM in june 2021 (assuming my race doesn't get cancelled again) you're a HUGE inspiration to me.

[@danieldevitt2173]

so so so wonderful. What a beautiful beautiful and epic story this is!!!!

[@yimarabernal8102]

Chris, Tu eres un VERDADERO CAMPEON y una Inspiracion para Todos. FELICITACIONES.👍🏼🏆🥇😀

[@Sickpisspakh23971]

Way to go Chris! So inspiring!

[@gibby0914]

Crazy impressive... congrats. You are THE Iron Man!

[@JamesThompson85]

Sooo good! Well done Chris! This is why I love triathlon!

[@LuisGarcia-mn4jg]

Go Chris!, so excited for you! I am training harder today and you continue to inspire me!

[@MarceloG..]

Just amazing!!! My new hero and inspiration! Great job Chris!!!

[@minervazamarripa7550]

I was there to support one of my relatives and 2 min before Chris finish line he was shaking hands to a lot of people including me, he was happy and strong 💪🏼 WE ARE SO PROUD OF HIM!! He’s the BEST IRONMAN!!!! 🏊🏼‍♂️🚴🏼‍♂️🏃🏽‍♂️

[@hammer-r]

Wow, that was friggin great. On to the next challenge that will make us feel even prouder, if that’s possible. Keep up the great work and determination. We are sooooo happy for you.......

[@matthewbailey2013]

Your position of leadership awaits. Great work young man.

[@dermloft]

Wow. Absolute hero. What an amazing achievement.

[@DineshKumar-wt4xi]

Your the best inspiration I have ever come across. Thank you for teaching a good lesson to me today

[@chickfinnegan8969]

My man is a bit of a showman, too. Props to this guy!

[@diameadozen]

This guy and this video wow he is a amazing person. I need to get my self into shape, into the gym and get my life in order, thank you so much man so motivated to do it.

[@frankscott927]

I'm in love with this story. Great job !!! Truly inspirational

[@thicarpel]

Very inspiring! Congrats from Brazil!

[@Kingbeer01]

Much Love to this man, Good On you, get er done"! what an insperation.

[@annie_lillyg9056]

I KNOW HIM AND I AM SO PROUD!

[@otstot1]

brings tears so proud of you Chris!!

[@crazytriguy2982]

Bloodied in battle and beating the clock! Chris Nikic, you are an Ironman! Welcome to the family!

[@mianchen]

Great inspiration Chris!!!👍👍👍 Great coach Dan 👍👍👍

[@chaipaani4931]

What an INSPIRATION.. 🙌🙌

[@darianescorza9762]

So much motivation from you Chris, you're a beautiful story

[@milenkomilovic9047]

Simply the BEST!!!!!! Congratulations

[@thehomedepothouseplant9986]

SMOKING HOT !

[@i.a.h.8204]

I'm in awe - thanks for the inspiration Chris!

[@KEI-487]

All that hard work payed off! Must’ve felt amazing crossing the finish line.

[@MrMichaelEsser]

Dude! Let us show the likes of the video! Should be amazing. Really great job

[@thepuppprovider4824]

Inspirational! Thank you for your example Chris

[@skinnerMTB]

Final score: 46 to 45. This guy is a champion. Really really amazing.

[@deeperskyX]

It's not fair. he was pulled in the water by his "guide". look at the lines! He's not a legitimate Ironman!

[@rogerholthe6365]

@@deeperskyX Congratulations to you. You are now the nr. 1 clown. And nobody will ever be able to take your title

[@sina3211]

Congratulation Chris! So good to see you.

[@907living6]

unreal, this made me a little emotional in the best way

[@johannespaul5933]

Beautiful Chris! Well done! And probs to the guide! You are awesome

[@beanie3427]

This is astonishing. This is one of those cases where someone could have told him to give up and that doing this was out of his reach, and they would have been totally right in every single case. Except Chris'. Somebody like Chris doing something like this feels legitimately impossible, but here he is doing it. Not only that, he beat hundreds of people who either came in after him or didn't finish. Just insanely incredible.