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An aerial image showing a contestant working his way around the stages of the course. (Photo: Shiraaz Mohamed)
Samkeliso ‘Sam Sam’ Thubane celebrates his win. (Photo: Shiraaz Mohamed)
Chadwin ‘Boksie’ Hadjie (left) says a prayer as Samkeliso ‘Sam Sam’ Thubane (right) is announced as the winner. (Photo: Shiraaz Mohamed)
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Samkeliso ‘Sam Sam’ Thubane performs a stunt, on his way to being crowned the 2021 Red Bull Shay iMoto champion. (Photo: Shiraaz Mohamed)
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