VOICED: Gangster sport goes mainstream in South Africa

VOICED: Gangster sport goes mainstream in South Africa

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Social Studies, History, Physical Ed

9th - 10th Grade

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Spinning, a car stunt sport originating in Soweto, South Africa, has roots in gangster funerals from the 1980s. Despite its dangerous reputation, enthusiasts like Eugene, known as Turbo, view it as a form of escape and expression. Efforts are underway to legitimize spinning by organizing legal competitions and educating the community. The sport has gained recognition, with auto racing's governing body sanctioning it as an official sport.

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