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Over 4 000 fans squeezed in, from die-hard petrol-heads to curious families, all ready to witness a sport born on the streets but now thriving in the spotlight.
And in the middle of it all, one name rose above the smoke: Panjaro. Hiss win didn’t come easy. He faced down Boksie in a tense final round, blending precision driving with crowd-pleasing flair. It’s that mix — control and chaos — that defines Shay’iMoto.
Culture on Wheels
One of the loudest cheers of the day wasn’t for a spin or a trick, but for an entrance. Magesh Junior rolled in wearing full isiZulu regalia, flagging that spinning isn’t just about cars — it’s about identity. His fearless driving carried him into the semi-finals, where he eventually faced the man of the day, Panjaro.
This was more than a race. The 16 drivers each brought their own flavour: some clean and technical, others wild and unpredictable. The judges scored them on vehicle control, style, showmanship, and how hard they got the crowd going.
At times it felt less like Motorsport and more like theatre — with the asphalt as stage, the car as instrument, and the driver as performer.
Durban’s First Taste
For KwaZulu-Natal, this was a first. Red Bull Shay’iMoto’s Durban Debut wasn’t just a competition — it was a cultural exchange. People travelled from all over the province (and beyond) to see what spinning looks like up close.
The coastal air, the ocean backdrop, the smell of burnt rubber — it all mixed into a scene that felt distinctly South African. The kind you can’t just stream or scroll past.
With the trophy in his hands, Panjaro now stands among the sport’s greats — a champion not only for his skill, but for the culture he represents.
The tyres have cooled. The smoke has cleared. But Durban’s first Shay’iMoto will be remembered.
Issued on GQ South Africa by Luthando Vikilahle | https://www.gq.co.za/culture/sport/panjaro-lights-up-durban-a-coastal-win-that-puts-spinning-on-the-map-296e3d16-4064-44a8-96d1-2f9128c1f3c1
