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Zayne Slinger set to trade leather with world's best - if he can get there

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What started as self-defence against school bullies has since earned Zayne Slinger (26) his national colours, an impressive collection of silverware and now, a spot at the world kickboxing championships.

- Jacqueline Herbst

Zayne Slinger set to trade leather with world's best - if he can get there

Competing out of the Dynamic Mixed Fighting Club in George, Slinger has been selected to represent South Africa at the World Association of Kickboxing Organisations' (Wako) World Championship to be held in Abu Dhabi, UAE, from 21 to 30 November. Having previously won two gold medals at the African Championships in 2022 and making the world rankings in two divisions, including points fighting and light contact, Slinger is confident about his prospects at world championships level.

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