Red Bull’s Shay’iMoto finalists announced

The search for the best spinners that will go wheel-to-wheel for the 2022 Red Bull Shay’iMoto title has come to an end.

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After numerous video submissions, the top 12 were selected to compete for this year’s championship taking place in front of a live audience at Wheelz n Smoke on September 3.

The culture of spinning is one that is firmly rooted in the history of South African townships. From the legendary Gusheshe to the BMW E30, the sport is all about showcasing hair-raising driving skills and keeping the crowd entertained.

The top 12 car spinners from around the country will leave their hearts on the tar as they battle it out for the crown, with the live audience and the judges deciding the final winner.

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The top 12 include last year’s top two; the current champion, Samkeliso “Sam Sam” Thubane, and runner-up, Chadwin ‘Boksie’ Hadjie.

They are joined by four winners from the regional qualifiers held earlier this year and six drivers from the video submissions.

Among those returning to the Red Bull Shay’iMoto ring are dynamic female spinner Kayla Oliphant and Capetonian, Yaseen Damon – both of who have come very close to clinching the title in the past.

New faces to the competition include Zwikhodo “Ziko” Nembambula and Sphesihle Emmanual.

The judges; Magesh Ndaba, Jeff James, Shahiem Bel, and a fourth guest judge, together with the live audience will definitely have their hands full with deciding who drives off with this year’s title. Red Bull Shay’iMoto is supported by BMW and Puma.

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Here is the list of the drivers:

1. Samkeliso “Sam Sam” Thubane

2. Chadwin ‘Boksie’ Hadjie

3. Shandre Green

4. Dylan “Vaaitjie” Brough

5. Zwikhodo “Ziko” Nembambula

6. Jean “Panjaro” Kruger

7. Austin Kruger

8. Sunesh Pursad

9. Yaseen Damon

10. Kayla Oliphant

11. Sphesihle Emmanual

12. Yoram Naude