Strictly Come Dancing champion Hamza Yassin says he's still trying to 'comprehend' lifting the iconic glitterball trophy.
The BBC cameraman and wildlife photographer, who lives in Ardnamurchan, and his pro-partner Jowita Przystal were announced as winners during a spectacular finale on Saturday night.
In an emotional post to his 165K followers on Instagram on Sunday night, he thanked Jowita, describing her as an "angel disguised as a human being."
Hamza also paid tribute to his Strictly 2022 classmates, calling them all winners.
He said: "I am still trying to comprehend what happened last night. Let me start by thanking my dance partner @jowitaprzystal. As I said yesterday you are an angel disguised as a human being, a ray of sunshine!
"Thank you for your trust and guidance throughout this incredible journey. You shone a light for me that got me through some tough weeks and you have been by my side every step of the way.
"You will go on to do great things in your life. It was my pleasure to be your student. I will forever be grateful for how you have changed my life.
"Thank you to the Strictly team @bbcstrictly for giving me this opportunity of a lifetime. There are so many wonderful people that work on this incredible show.
Hamza added: "To the judges, @shirleyballas, @motsimabuse, @mrantondubeke, and @craigrevel thank you for your comments, feedback and tips, your kind words and your criticism. Your expertise and advice was invaluable. Each week, I strived to take it all on board to become a better dancer.
"I would like to thank the British public. To everyone who voted for us throughout the last 13 weeks, we could not have done it without you. Your support means the world to us. You are simply the best.
"And finally I would like to thank all of my fellow Strictly 2022 classmates. You are ALL winners! I am thankful to have had the chance to get to know you wonderful people. This is not the end but the beginning of a lifetime of friendships, dinners and celebrations.
"From the bottom of my heart, thank you very much. Pigeon-toed Hamza. Xxx"
Around 80 people gathered at Kilchoan Community Centre last night to cheer on their hero and on Sunday, a flag was raised over the town as they made sure everyone was aware of the news.
It reads 'Winner 2022 Strictly Come Dancing Hamza Yassin' and reacting to Hamza's posting tonight, Strictly host Tess Daly wrote: "Congratulations! You are amazing!"
Helen Skelton posted two hands up emoji's and adventurer Ben Fogle said: "Well done Hamza. Well deserved win."
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