Spinning action returns for the year, with drivers picking up right where they left off in 2025. The first "Main Event" of the season, hosted by Team Kyle at Windhoek Spin City, attracted competitors from across the country, as well as a strong local crowd.
The smell of burning rubber and the roar of engines signaled the start of the new spinning season on the outskirts of Windhoek. Competitors traveled from across Namibia, with both experienced drivers and emerging talent eager to make an early statement. Host driver Kyle van Wyk expressed his appreciation for the turnout.
"First of all, I want to thank everyone—all the spectators and all the spinners that made the effort to come here. The show was really great, and thank you to the crowd," Van Wyk said.
NBC Sport spoke to some of the drivers who participated on the day. Bernarht Hangula of Team Berries was pleased with his performance, noting that his first run was really good as his car was performing well, allowing him to do some 360s and power slides.
AJ Mouton, a driver and stuntman for Team Styles, also shared his experience navigating technical difficulties during his run.
"The car had some problems, but I managed to see through it. The accelerator cable broke, then we had to compromise with a head cable where we set it to a certain limit which I can't adjust regularly," Mouton explained.
Fans turned out in large numbers to see their favorite drivers in action and experience the energy that only spins can deliver. Spectator Keenan Lottering highlighted the community aspect of the sport.
"My favorite thing about spinning—my father used to do it, so I also love it. It's a community thing; everybody comes together and enjoys it," Lottering said.
Fellow spectator Roselle Kausiona added that the thrill of the performance is a major draw: "Oh, the adrenaline—like the sounds that they pull off and whatnot. I love that about it."
As the season begins, all eyes will be on what's next, with organizers aiming to expand the calendar and further promote the sport.