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On tonight’s Weird and Wonderful, we dive into the fascinating world of slap fighting in South Africa. Have you ever heard of it? Slap fighting an exciting and unique combat sport, pits competitors against each other in a battle of strength and endurance, with the goal of knocking out their opponent using open-handed slaps to the face. Despite its growing popularity, it's important to understand its current landscape, including the need for more standardized rules and protective measures to ensure participant safety. Joining us are Barry Bosotter, a contender in the light heavyweight division, and Wessel "Da Silencer," who’s vying for the championship in his weight class. They’ll share insights into how these matches unfold, the risks they involve, and what makes this sport so compelling for its participants.
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On tonight’s Weird and Wonderful, we dive into the fascinating world of slap fighting in South Africa. Have you ever heard of it? Slap fighting an exciting and unique combat sport, pits competitors against each other in a battle of strength and endurance, with the goal of knocking out their opponent using open-handed slaps to the face. Despite its growing popularity, it's important to understand its current landscape, including the need for more standardized rules and protective measures to ensure participant safety. Joining us are Barry Bosotter, a contender in the light heavyweight division, and Wessel "Da Silencer," who’s vying for the championship in his weight class. They’ll share insights into how these matches unfold, the risks they involve, and what makes this sport so compelling for its participants.
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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