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The Citizen
15-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Citizen
Mpumalanga car spinner spins his way to global stage
A talented car spinner from Masoyi recently showcased his skills on the global stage at the grand reopening of Red Bull Hangar-7 in Salzburg, Austria, gaining international recognition and strengthening his position as a cultural ambassador for South Africa. Samkeliso Thubane, known as SamSam, is a rare talent whose artistry and dedication to the sport of car spinning have earned him international acclaim. His participation in the prestigious event has not only brought pride to his community, but has also earned him national acclaim and highlighted his role in representing South African youth culture. He has won many spinning competitions around the country, including a particularly notable show called So You Think You Can Spin, where he came first, beating 300 other contestants to take the top spot. He has also won the Red Bull Shay'moto competition twice. ALSO READ: Pienaar coach empowers young girls through soccer The Mpumalanga MEC for culture, sport and recreation, Leah Mabuza, has commended SamSam's accomplishment. 'Thubane has truly distinguished himself as an ambassador of Mzansi through his participation in this international event. He joins the ranks of several Mpumalangan citizens whose talents have been acknowledged beyond our borders. Our province is rich in talent, and SamSam is a shining example of this.' ALSO READ: Sportreach rugby team unstoppable and undefeated Mabuza said Thubane's success is a powerful reminder of the potential that lies within Mpumalanga's youth, and that the Department of Culture, Sport and Recreation remains committed to supporting and nurturing local talent to reach even greater heights. At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
The Citizen
07-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Citizen
From Mbombela to Salzburg: Sam Sam Spinning at Hangar-7 reopening (VIDEO)
At the heart of the Red Bull Hangar-7 reopening were the people and machines that shape the brand worldwide. From Mbombela to Salzburg, South African spinner Samkeliso 'Sam Sam' Thubane goes international. The spinner is representing SA at the reopening of Hangar-7 in Salzburg, Austria. Sam Sam of South Africa performs at the Red Bull Hangar-7 reopening at Salzburg, Austria, June 4, 2025 Picture: Red Bull Content Pool The event thrilled spectators with a range of extreme sports. These ranged from bikes to motorcycle displays, spinning, drifting and a F1 display by Max Verstappen and RB8. Max Verstappen of the Netherlands performs at the Red Bull Hangar-7 reopening at Salzburg, Austria, June 4, 2025. Picture: Red Bull Content Pool Max Verstappen drove the championship-winning RB8 in a motorsport display of excellence. Verstappen said: 'I've been quite often to Hangar-7 over my life so to me, it is a bit of a homecoming every time.' Aaron Colton, Connor Zilisch, Dani Pedrosa, Daniel Sanders, Mattias Ekstrom, Max Verstappen, Mike Whiddett, Nani Roma and Samkeliso Thubane. Picture: Red Bull Content Pool At the heart of the Red Bull Hangar-7 reopening were the people and machines that shape the brand worldwide. The occasion showcased high-powered motorsport, an airshow by The Flying Bulls, live music, culinary highlights and performances by international Red Bull athletes. From the outset, Red Bull Hangar-7 has been a meeting place – a stage and a work of art all in one. WATCH OUR ONE ON ONE WITH SAM SAM ALSO WATCH: It's confirmed! Red Bull Shay' iMoto 2025 is coming to Durban
Yahoo
24-04-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Klopp: Coaches would go to prison today for training we did back then
Juergen Klopp speaks during his presentation as the new Head of Global Soccer at Red Bull Hangar-7 in Salzburg. Former football coach Juergen Klopp said one "would go to prison today for the athletics training we did back then" as he recalled his time as an active footballer during a panel discussion in Leipzig. Jan Woitas/dpa Former football coach Jürgen Klopp said one "would go to prison today for the athletics training we did back then" as he recalled his time as an active footballer during a panel discussion in Leipzig. "When I was young, we were given salt tablets and not allowed to drink - it was 40 degrees Celsius outside, we were dehydrated, we were supposed to give all we've got," he said. Advertisement Klopp initially spent his youth at SV Glatten, where he stood out as a goal scorer and was nicknamed "Der Lange" (The Tall One). The biggest club he played at during his professional career was Mainz, from 1990 to 2001. After retirement, he returned to the club to start his coaching career, during which he had stints with Borussia Dortmund and Liverpool. Last year, Klopp decided to end his coaching career and since January has been working at Red Bull as head of global soccer.
