The Rise and Fall of Chris Froome : A Cycling Legend

[@hanniepretorius2787]

I am glad you are back racing. Getting strong as before.... I pray

[@vivekbalasubramanian611]

He won the tour 4 times man. There is no fall .

[@finlayoli]

Yes fair point but he is a legend no matter what! One of my favourite cyclists of all time tho

[@jamesgem1809]

Thought the same thing..no fall. Looking for clicks. Discredits this video!! I won't sub. for that reason.

[@bretzky9261]

Lance won 7. No fall for him either? 😂

[@finlayoli]

@@jamesgem1809 well he did fall but he remains a legend. So how do i get you to sub then mate? What videos do you want to see next.

[@finlayoli]

@@bretzky9261 haha. Well lance did fall hard but seeing as you have a profile picture of lance Armstrong maybe you disagree lol

[@GOlone9597]

Surviving that crash that almost took his life, and coming back to pro racing is such an amazing feat.

[@finlayoli]

Yes it really is, he is very inspirational

[@Marco-717]

It's called doping. Grow up already

[@chrisfroomefan7800]

@@Marco-717 nah man u cant be like that

[@geraldleuven169]

Froome is a legend and someone we can take inspiration from because his mindset. What a great guy.

[@finlayoli]

yes against all his challenges and growin up in Kenya he managed to win the tour. Crazy!

[@marcingluszek632]

Doper, and worst: caught on doping.

[@larisonjohnson]

Chris Froome is the definition of falling forward! IMO, he is the gold standard that everyone should hope to emulate. His overall performance, sincerity, sportsmanship, and attitude is simply untouchable. Like all careers, there are peaks and valleys, but for Froomey, his valleys are still above most other people’s peaks. Wishing him the best and forever a fan.

[@finlayoli]

I totally agree with you, froomey is an outstanding champion. I am a massive fan!

[@Andrew-qo4cq]

Failing forward?

[@lindsaynewell6319]

Gave this a like and don't understand the negative comments at all - it was clearly a video celebrating Froomey's career. To me the "fall" was an obvious reference to his crash injuries that effectively ended his competitive career. I hadn't seen the Brailsford interview about the Commonwealth Games before so that was an interesting nugget. Well done.

[@finlayoli]

Thanks for the like and i appreciate the kind words. Im glad you enjoyed the video.

[@jaydee8553]

Yeaaaaaaah ... Nice comme back. Oh, I'm not talking about the reply. I meant Chris Froome :)

[@Fyr35555]

If one nice thing has come out of it, now that he's no longer dominating I've seen a lot of his critics especially online praising him for his determination to come back. I hope him all the best in the next years whether or not he is successful. No matter what he will continue to inspire many in years to come.

[@finlayoli]

Yes i totally agree, even me a dedicated British fan was getting a bit tired of him winning by his 4th tour win

[@michaelemusic1953]

That was incredibly emotional, I was filling up. What will power, tenacity, determination and a very nice bloke to boot.

[@finlayoli]

Thankyou im glad that you enjoyed it i put a lot of time into this video. And yes he is an incredible and inspirational guy

[@Ninjump]

A champion is perceived by his wins, but built by his losses. Thank you Chris!

[@kurtallen8837]

To achieve what he achieved. Here's my standing ovation + encore + .

[@bungobdesigns]

Superb cyclist and gentleman. Never really given the credit he deserved as one of the greats of cycling. Nothing was handed to him on a plate, he earned every scrap of his success. Huge respect.

[@isitrachelorj3953]

Not on a plate, through a syringe/inhaler.

[@cesarjom]

Returning to professional racing after that horrendous crash has to be bitter-sweet for Chris Froome. To be racing again for the love of the sport, but not able to ride at the super-human level his body once was capable of.

[@matthieu7647]

My hero, and he will never fall! (This video is awsome)

[@finlayoli]

Thanks for the kind words bro it means a lot

[@dannyr333]

The rise and life of Chris Froome is the title in my book. Since it is only natural for young bucks to become trained up and in there prime like CF once was and take the Ws. the man is an athletic powerhouse. Remember Froomey is and always will be 1 of the greats

[@wanderalmeida9584]

Living legend! Big fan from Brazil since 2012. Thank you.

[@finlayoli]

Thanks man he is really an amazing guy!

[@bastian6173]

How dare you calling his past 2 years a fall! It takes a tremendous amount of strength just to be able to get back to where he's at now. He's always gonna be a champion.

[@finlayoli]

Of course he is always gonna be a champion and he is my favourite cyclist but he still fell out of the top pros so in that sense its a fall. But of course i appreciate his effort to get back to where he is now after such a horrific crash

[@emccrapple2503]

Going from 4 TDF's to struggling is a fall. In this case, literally and metaphorically. If he wins again, guess what? It'll be a rise... Getting offended by someone else's opinion on this matter on KZbin is moronic. Incredible backlash by a few loud Froome fans...

[@allsportsofthings2571]

@@emccrapple2503 👏👏👏👏

[@LupeXKnight]

@bas are you hurt sir? nobody can stay at the top forever

[@bastian6173]

@@LupeXKnight I am not hurt. Maybe I was taking the word "fall" too negative. But I feel like very few people really have a clue how it is a total miracle that he is just at pro level again. After that accident you're supposed to be in a wheelchair or... dead. I see him getting back to pro level a rise. But to each their own...

[@tim250exc]

An incredible person. A fantastic champion. Gave enormous enjoyment and inspiration to many many thousands/ millions of people. I think it’s wrong to talk about rise and fall. I always think of Chris as a truly exceptional human being and hold him in great respect as I’m sure millions of other people do.

[@joe-vl3nd]

Spot on

[@shibommath]

Chris Froome is my cycling hero.

[@tomharp9558]

Froome is incredible to have achieved riding in the peloton again after what he has been through! Looks like his whole life he has shown a rare determination and persevered. He has nothing to prove....all the best Froome!

[@finlayoli]

From being born in kenya to winning the tour 4 times, yes it has been a crazy journey taking a lot of perseverance and strength. What a legend he is!

[@scottyi9299]

Can't believe how the hell he recovered from that horrible crash and being able finish the tour...this man is an absolute legend

[@mental9mikey]

I’m no fan of his style and will freely admit I supported some of his rivals in their battles with him, but damn right he has my utmost respect and sporting admiration for what he’s been through, particularly recently. Never write him off. I think this article is premature personally and wish him all the best of luck for the coming season. Here’s hoping for many more great battles to come.

[@finlayoli]

Yes he is one tough guy. I also hope to see him in future battles although its hard for me to believe it will happen. No matter what though he is a massive inspiration to me and a legend

[@thezenboy]

Beautifully edited and composed. More please!

[@finlayoli]

Thank you it means a lot. I put a lot of time into this one and i appreciate the kind words. Dont worry more is coming. If you have any ideas of what cycling topics or riders i could make videos on i am open to suggestions.

[@evilrslade]

4 TdF, 2 Vuelta, 1 Giro, Holding all 3 GT titles at the same time (only matched by Hinault and Merckx) add to that 3 x Dauphine.... The fact that he came back to race professionally at all is a testament to the man's will. Even Wiggins was reluctant to write him off. You never know.....

[@finlayoli]

I know the guy is a true inspiration. The fact that he managed to make it to the world tour after growing up in kenya is incredible. For sure he has amazing willpower. And i would love for him to get back to the top level but i just dont see him being able to compete at the tour against the likes of roglic and pogacar.

[@ggiokiaroro]

And Nibali*

[@Lion-wd1px]

@@ggiokiaroro and Contador

[@finlayoli]

@@Lion-wd1px contador has retired man what do you mean haha

[@Lion-wd1px]

@@finlayoli he commented about who has all 3GC Titels

[@teepee296]

LEGEND of our time. Some great cyclists out there but I’ve certainly enjoyed watching Chris race. Thanks for the memories Froomey 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@DANISH4114]

What else is there is to win 🏅. He won it all and will go down in history as a legend with an incredible story. Genuinely a good guy Froomey🥺

[@finlayoli]

He will go down in history, and yes his story is truly inspirational

[@jonpontet]

Nice compilation 👍🏻

[@finlayoli]

Thanks im glad you enjoyed

[@rohanfinch4167]

what a great career he's had - sad to see him fade out of the top pro's but an incredible cyclist none the less.

[@finlayoli]

Exactly

[@videosuchen]

He is one of the best cyclists of all time. my greatest respect for his comeback i wish him the very best.

[@finlayoli]

He is definitely incredible, so much determination!

[@carlostorres-rivera7200]

This title is offensive. Chris Froome never fell. Guy is still a legend. To think he fought through such horrific crash to get back to the pro peloton is insane.

[@darksoldier7917]

He will rise up again, after Cav i believe in another comeback😇🙏

[@finlayoli]

I hope he does! Im making another video about cav. Its coming out within a couple of days dont miss it!

[@darksoldier7917]

@@finlayoli i Hope i dont miss it, i have already Made 2 videos About great cav😄 one before his beutiful season 2021 and one after Tdf 2021🥰 i believed in his comeback

[@fritsgerms3565]

love his attitude. why not fight for what you love (if your ego is not standing in the way)? winning is a reward but the joy comes from doing what one loves. hope he has joy and success in his final competitive years.

[@finlayoli]

I hope so too

[@markwalker2986]

What a legend and a great guy.

[@finlayoli]

Certainly a legend

[@solitaryrefinement6787]

Fall? What fall? The guys accomplished more in less time than most TDF champs. What an epic start-up story, being a self-supported rider in a race. He deserved his success.

[@dennisrandell9322]

The master at work, the name people feared at the tour, at any race with a significant climb, he dominated as long as time allowed. Now he is in the hall of fame for cyclists. Ride on Chris 💪💪

[@finlayoli]

💪💪💪

[@andrewtaylor5771]

who is saying he will not rise again. I would love to see one of the greatest comebacks in history.

[@KOL630]

Great rider and all round nice guy I wish him the best 🙏🏻

[@finlayoli]

yes he really is a great guy! A big inspiration to me

[@joe-vl3nd]

Clowns Froome is Legend One of the Greats in cycling ever Never forget that And a really nice bloke to Thx Chris the Champion 🏆

[@computername]

Yeah, he would probably make a point without insults. Smaller channels need titles that attract viewers, no need to go Hambini over it.

[@amandajane8227]

I was very impressed by the way Froomey was coming back in the 2022 tour de france and so sorry that covid took him out. Without covid I am certain he would have finished around about 20. At his age he will be a fabulous mentor to the younger riders i his team and perhaps winning is not as important as placing well.

[@finlayoli]

Yee i agree

[@nelo368]

Rise and inspire!! This guy never fell.... Real legend.

[@finlayoli]

He is a real legend. A massive inspiration to me

[@McCaf-1962]

Chris Froome, the man who could have easily won TDF2012, it was so an injustice to see Bradley Wiggins handed the title.

[@sanfranpunk]

I kept saying that the whole '12 tour. My statement throughout was, "Froome should be winning not Wiggins." In my mind, Froome won that Tour, not Wiggins.

[@BleakVision]

Yeah, it was a shame, also realizing that all Wiggins wanted to do was to retire instead of defending his title. It was all weirdly manufactured as if somebody had already written the script for the following Wiggins media hype.

[@andreadg5429]

@@BleakVision It was scripted, that year's route was completely tailored for wiggins.

[@DancingMachine1]

Next year you can make a "The Rise and Fall and Rise again" video. I still believe in him coming back to top level 💪

[@finlayoli]

Yes I would love for that to happen. I really hope he can get back to the top level and if he does then hell yeah I will make a 'The Rise and Fall and Rise again' video

[@mrskeltal3281]

The new generation have taken it up a level since his domination - He would have to be even stronger than he was before, and that is unlikely. However, I think he could still be a great domestique and contribute more to the team.

[@wanderalmeida9584]

I hope so

[@lorenchico2865]

might wanna change the title,,he rise but never fall,,,he is a legend on his era together with alberto contador ❤❤❤

[@katrinagwen]

Froomey never fell. He worked to succeed and never gave up. It encountered bad luck situation. He’s one of the few that I truly admire.

[@finlayoli]

Me too

[@Captinfun101]

I really think he deserves one more tour , and if anyone can it’s the mighty Chris Froome .

[@finlayoli]

I hope he can, im just concerned about the support he will get in his current team

[@Captinfun101]

@@finlayoli let’s hope so . I’ve followed him since that commonwealth games as well. Not sure why all the hate he’s endured at his peak. I hope he’s tucked himself away for the year and blows everyone out the water next tour. And if his teams not up to the task may he ride everyone else’s coattails to another yellow. He’s gotta get more than L A even though his are void.

[@samuelsalamanca2090]

Beautiful video, amazing!

[@finlayoli]

Thank you!!

[@finlayoli]

My first time making a more ambitious video like this, I hope you enjoy

[@thesoultwins72]

@ProCyclingClips.....excellent video - drowned out by utterly dreadful music.

[@finlayoli]

@@thesoultwins72 thanks for the feedback and yes i have been told by at least 5 different people how bad the music choice was. I hope you still enjoyed tho. Also do you have any suggestions for future videos that you would enjoy watching.

[@ciccerus]

He is not only an awesome cyclist, but a person with values and the gift of inspirating people 🙂🙂🙂🙃🙃🤪

[@vernefits1953]

tough guy, pure hearth and resilient af.

[@finlayoli]

Yep, a real inspiration

[@MrBrianpace]

Thanks for the beautiful emotions chris you are a legend

[@finlayoli]

Yes he truly is amazing

[@Andrea.Natali]

Chris è tra i piu grandi ciclisti di livello mondiale, arrivato a vincere con tanto duro lavoro , da gregario a immenso capitano .

[@minoobhesania8474]

He will always be a hero and continue to inspire tons of athelete and cyclists for generations to come.

[@finlayoli]

He will for sure, he certainly inspired me

[@russelldaye9813]

One of the most humble athletes I have watched in any sport. He is amazing. 🍁🍁🍁

[@finlayoli]

Yes incredible

[@immikemx]

The man will always be a legend. He will always be one of the greatest in the history of cycling

[@finlayoli]

He always will be and he will always be my favourite rider that i grew up watching.

[@tongalizia3175]

When you are “HUNGRY “ for success ,,, you’ll do anything to accomplish your DREAM,,,,,,,,,You are the people’s king in Kenia..

[@finlayoli]

His hunger and determination is incredible

[@petersalur1111]

He should be knighted for what he as achieved, The man is a legend in cycling.

[@finlayoli]

I know, wiggins was knighted, why wasnt froome?

[@TheTmullany1]

@@finlayoli British sportspeople are only knighted for the Olympics. Wiggo, Hoy, Murray vs Froome, Cavendish, Wilkinson... even Hamilton had to be the best ever driver to get a look in. (You're not wrong though)

[@Gadottinho]

@@TheTmullany1 lololol

[@suisinghoraceho2403]

Froome still got an MBE. Maybe not fully knighted but recognised.

[@Spacewolf5]

pretty good edit, although the music was completely unnecessary and quite distracting when layered on top of the original audio.

[@finlayoli]

Thanks! Yes i will be more careful with the music next time

[@cyclonutterd7075]

What an absolute champion 🏆

[@finlayoli]

he is one of the best, an amazing rider

[@gimmigimmigimmi]

we're talking GOAT level here

[@finlayoli]

For sure, especially that giro solo attack

[@ShalomMF]

Sad to see him not be able to reach the level he once had but that happens to all of them and he still came back as a positive force in cycling so to me he's one of the Greats!

[@finlayoli]

I totally agree with you there!

[@robertphillips3078]

I have always been a Huge Fan of Froomie. His tenacity 2 win has been outstanding. 4 × TdeFrance wins & plenty of other Major Palmares. Chris's come back has been incredibly outstanding & has shown what a serious competitor he is . Lessor men probably would have retired. God knows he has suffered immensely 2 come back . Only 🕞🕓 will tell if he can get back on the Podium . 4Me l sincerely hope he does . He has 2 major players infront of him & they r both sLOVEnian so its going 2 be a Huge challenge 4 Chris . Dont right off a Champion with so much drive & determination. I do hope that all the doubters climb off his back & just cheer him on & support & appreciate him 4 who he is . Respect.

[@finlayoli]

Yes i have huge respect for chris froome and i hope he can comeback to his former level. If he wins another tour ill have to make another vid called ´the rise and fall and rise again of chris froome ‘.

[@StanEby1]

Chris Froome is not a has been, but an is is, and a will be will be! Go Chris!!!!!

[@rubenndeanpaulalws1177]

Hi friend from afar, how are you! I'm your fan! I love to see your videos, they are really nice and ornate! You are the man! Congratulations! My name is: Rubenn Dean Paul Alws "Petrópolis, Rio de Janeiro" Brazil!

[@finlayoli]

Glad you like them!

[@biknjak]

Very nice documentary about Froome (although I wasn't diggin' the background rap music too much). Chris is one of the few humble champions. A rarity with professional athletes, it seems. I'll always remember him running UPHILL ( in cycling shoes no less). Wow!

[@finlayoli]

Thanks for the feedback back and yes i realise that the music wasnt a good choice.

[@da14a49]

@@finlayoli That's how you take feedback!

[@alangeorgebarstow]

"Rap" is not music! It is the dirge grunting of vacuum-headed imbeciles and it utterly ruined the video.

[@GailStrom]

This was only 2 years ago and he’s back racing… he didn’t fall and he’s not done climbing!💥

[@syncrosimon]

Legend

[@durianriders]

We aint seen the last of Froome!

[@finlayoli]

With the incredible drive we know he has lets see what he can do next, whether its as a rider or another role.

[@muyashi21]

Froome is a legend. He gave us the best Giro stage I can remember,

[@finlayoli]

Yes!! I remember watching that live and when i explained what had happened to my friend who missed it he didnt believe me!

[@arya721]

I’m currently listening to his audio book so it was cool to see his mentor in the beginning of the video. I think he’ll bounce back and place well a couple more times, maybe not a GC though

[@finlayoli]

I was inaware that he had an audiobook, I would really like to listen to that. What is it called

[@Ouzkp]

weird end to this video but yeah froome is a legend

[@JH-tv4cr]

Great vid

[@finlayoli]

Thanks, love the profile pic btw

[@chrisfroomefan7800]

I think he can win another tour

[@verdeboyo]

Risa and fall!!! Very harsh title for such a legend.

[@bobroberts5820]

Lots of comments talking about how Froome's lack of shape was only due to the crash. And yet in 2020 he was often performing better than 2021. He redeveloped Bilharzia this year , the same parasitic worm disease that hampered his earlier career. If Froome manages to beat this disease again, returning to decent form and performing well seems within the realm of reason. I don't think he'll ever win another grand tour but a top 10 seems possible for the greatest grand tour racer of recent times.

[@finlayoli]

You have a fair point and i was actually unaware that he developed bilharzia. But going by what happened in 2011 when he had a sudden improvement in performance when he recovered yes i dont think its unreasonable.

[@robertsossi3186]

Only a matter of time before he's up there with the best of them again. Look at Cavendish. 5 Years ago we all said he was finished: accident on final sprint of first stage at TDF in UK, then viral infection, then God knows what. Now? People are shutting their mouths. I have rarely seen an athlete with the determination of Froomey......so I wouldn't write him off just yet.

[@saintandrews83]

wow i would never have known anything about him....massive respect to Chris

[@finlayoli]

Yes his backstory is fascinating and its amazing to see how far he has come!

[@motorspice548]

So inspirational

[@finlayoli]

Thanks.

[@paulfrancisjenkins6483]

Incredible rider and I miss watching him!

[@finlayoli]

Lets hope he can be back. But if not he remains a legend!

[@Nope-NotToday]

He came in third today in Tour de France DUH

[@paths2go]

I still believe in Chris, no fall at all

[@cyka4075]

Nice edit man ☺️

[@finlayoli]

Thanks man 🙂 i appreciate it

[@bogdanrad3584]

Respect!

[@MyPAPAH1]

he has not fallen, he has done it all. A GOAT

[@finlayoli]

Undoubtably he is a legend of the sport

[@pascaljanssens4791]

Hero

[@finlayoli]

Hell yeah

[@pascaljanssens4791]

@@finlayoli best of all time

[@JS-cu8bz]

This feels like a youtube video you'd get in 2008

[@mornenaude2885]

Lets wait for 2022

[@DurianriderCyclingTips]

Chris did whatever it took and got his pro cycling goals achieved. Your window is short. Dont faff around with hesitation.

[@finlayoli]

' Your window is short. Dont faff around with hesitation' - Durianrider 2021 My new favourite Durianrider inspirational quote haha. But seriously yes i agree. Also thanks for watching and commenting im a fan of your vids!

[@durianriders]

@@finlayoli Cheers mate! :)

[@Tedkelvin]

Kenya 🇰🇪 really missed the gravy train here...the local cyclist federation was willing but the incompetent government couldn't see the potential.. One of the greatest sporting exports kenya ever had...and a perfect example of the overwhelming privilege of being a talented male white athlete.

[@tomrachellesfirstdance7843]

I wouldnt say he has fell he had a massive crash it would be impossible to get back to the same level at his age. I think its more of a re-birth of Froome he is helping his team going in breaks riding at the front now. A lot of haters now seem to like the fella too

[@finlayoli]

Yes his comeback was incredible as he came from a point where he had a life threatening crash to racing pro again. Maybe i should have stressed how inspirational his recovery journey was in the video

[@nato996]

froome is the goat

[@finlayoli]

He certainly is

[@nato996]

@@finlayoli the fact that he came back at pro level after that crash is just incredible. he is a real demon. a real inspiration. a real cycliste god

[@chrismdieter]

Amazing story! Nicely done video!

[@finlayoli]

Thanks for your feeback, this one took quite a while to make.

[@leonardpinto7192]

Could you please change the lyrics of your song.

[@garyward5668]

Has he fell. He's had success, ime even awaiting a come back. He could do it. Nkt gating the fall or fail

[@finlayoli]

I hope to see him back

[@ap5194]

My favourite Chris froome moment is when he hammer fisted that innocent man in the face. Such a perfect hit

[@finlayoli]

Yes i love that one. Do you reckon i should make a short of that?

[@allsportsofthings2571]

@@finlayoli yea

[@ap5194]

@@finlayoli definitely yes. With slow motion and the eye of the tiger song

[@finlayoli]

@@ap5194 couldnt find the highest quality of video footage but job done!

[@ap5194]

@@finlayoli hahahaha brilliant

[@desmondallindrallintscmint7479]

What Fall? Title a tad misleading but i guess you right in a way. Apart from the fall from the bike (bike accident), he would most likely have a few more titles and GC titles and even the TF also was very possible. The accident literally cut short his racing career. But that’s sport>>! He has and had an amazing career and a ridiculously brilliant cyclist/sportsman. Very proud of Froomie … All the best for the future Chris. And what’s with the ridiculous rap (so called music) with rubbish swearwords>? Really detracts and cheaps your good efforts mate! That said well done on a great tribute to one of the sports best ever.

[@finlayoli]

Thanks for the feedback and im glad you thought it was a great video, next time i will choose better music!

[@robertparkinson6919]

Something about people brought up in Kenya both running and riding the bike, world champions all , men and women.

[@roadracer1584]

This video would have been much better without a soundtrack.

[@finlayoli]

Thanks for the feedback

[@martindelgallego5809]

1 of the Best Cyclists ever.

[@finlayoli]

I fully agree with you there!!

[@Necromonger69]

Where did he fall? I mean the man had a bad year after getting into a bad crash. The man is one of the best. If he doesn't come back to cycling, I call it bowing out gracefully.

[@RimKaHD]

He has a big crash, there is no fall but a miracle 👍🏻

[@Honoshan]

4 TDF wins. Sad story? Get the F out of here. He’s a gentleman and a Champion.

[@finlayoli]

I wasn't trying to make it a sad story but a celebration of his career. And yes I totally agree he is a gentleman and a champion

[@catherineattridge3549]

Why wasn’t he knighted. A great cyclists. Brought so much to the 3 grand tours that he won!

[@finlayoli]

I know he is incredible. I still wonder why wiggins was knighted but he wasn't