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The Citizen
15-07-2025
- Automotive
- The Citizen
Sam Sam not competing at Red Bull Shay' iMoto 2025
Red Bull spinning athlete, Samkeliso "Sam Sam" Thubane, is taking on a new role at Red Bull Shay' iMoto 2025 Sam Sam performs at the Red Bull Shay'iMoto at Wheelz 'n Smoke, Johannesburg, South Africa, on 3 September 2022. Picture: Mpumelelo Macu, Red Bull Content Pool The top 16 drivers for Red Bull Shay' iMoto 2025 have been announced, and this year the biggest shock is Samkeliso 'Sam Sam' Thubane's absence from the list. Fans should not fear, though, because Sam Sam makes his return as a judge at this year's event. Sam Sam poses for a portrait after winning Red Bull Shay' iMoto in Johannesburg, South Africa, on 11 September 2021. Picture: Mpumelelo Macu / Red Bull As has become known of this event, it isn't just about who can produce the thickest smoke or the longest slide. The judging criteria —vehicle control, style, showmanship, and crowd impact —reflect spinning's evolution from a street pastime to a performance art. The Durban crowd will witness battles that extend beyond the track. Old rivalries will reignite under the coastal sun, while new ones are born in the heat of competition. Chadwin 'Boksie' Hadje performs at the Red Bull Shay'moto in Cape Town, South Africa, on 16 March 2024.. Boksie became the first Capetonian to win the event, which was hosted on Century City Boulevard. Picture: Mpumelelo Macu – Red Bull Content Pool Indeed, the move to Durban represents more than a change of venue; it's a homecoming for a sport that has always belonged to the people. The Suncoast Casino location brings together the urban energy of spinning with the laid-back coastal vibe that defines Durban. Expect the unexpected: tyre smoke mixing with sea breeze, the roar of engines competing with crashing waves, and a crowd that understands both the technical precision and emotional weight of every performance. Tickets for Red Bull Shay' iMoto 2025 are available via Computicket for what promises to be a defining moment in South African motorsport. Crowd seen waving Boksie's shirt at Red Bull Shay' iMoto at Canal Walk, Cape Town, South Africa on 16 March 2024. Picture: Tyrone Bradley / Red Bull Content Pool Come for the competition. Stay for the community. Leave with stories that will last a lifetime. List of top 16 drivers at Red Bull Shay' iMoto 2025 Boksie Jabu Magesh Junior Makgasa Fire Robin Fortuin Sadz – Flyboxin Skopas / Bad Company Team 2xspicy JZ Team Kayla Team Nevs Team Osizweni Team VQ25 Vaaitjie Ziko Lockdiff ALSO SEE: From Mbombela to Salzburg: Sam Sam Spinning at Hangar-7 reopening (VIDEO)
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!
