The Kimberley Diamond Cup Grand Slam, presented by Kumba Iron Ore, a business unit of Anglo American, is taking skateboarding to a completely new level. The regional qualifiers in Johannesburg will form part of the Clarkson, Hammond and May Live show at the Dome, from June 12 to 14, and promise skateboarding fans non-stop, adrenaline-pumping entertainment.
This year, top South African skateboarders will join in the action at a custom-built skate facility adjacent to the arena to wow the crowds with jaw-dropping skating sequences.
According to Tim McFerran from World Skateboarding Grand Prix, this is yet another way of introducing the sport of skateboarding to a broader audience. “Our mission is to promote skateboarding as an alternative sport to the youth of South Africa. By aligning the Kimberley Diamond Cup with this live action motoring theatre show, which draws capacity crowds around the globe, as well as partner sponsors such as Red Bull, we create a new platform to showcase the sport of skateboarding. Once again, we’re taking the Grand Slam into a new venue and introducing a different audience to the magic of skateboarding,” said McFerran.
South Africa’s top skateboarders are expected to turn up for this adrenaline-packed performance. On Friday, June 12, skaters can participate in an open practice session from 14:00 to 17:00. The KDC Grand Slam regional qualifier contest will take place on Saturday, June 13, between 11:00 to 16:00, while the finals will go down on Sunday between 12:00 and 16:00.
Tickets are available on www.clarksonhammondandmaylive.co.za or by calling 086 1000 291.
