New table tennis victory dance?

I enjoy table tennis. It appeals to both the warrior and peace-lover in me. It's fast, furiously paced, and looks extremely vicious from the sidelines, but no-one gets hurt. And you're allowed to give a little war cry after each victory point. Or scream in frustration if you miss it. Kind of like instant anger management.

 

 

I watched Shane Overmeyer do a little more than the above after his win over his Egyptian opponent: At the end of the game he actually did half a backward somersault right next to the table, so elated was he about his win.

I was particularly glad to see an SABC crew interview Shane after his victory, glad because table tennis is a sport that normally gets overlooked in the mass media. So hopefully you'll see Shane at the All Africa Games on television soon!

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