Halala: Boy makes SA proud, wins silver medal at WMO Championships
- Lezario Alston "Zaza" Louw has made South Africa proud
- The young boy represented SA in the World Martial Arts Organisation (WMO) World Championships
- Zaza walked away with a silver medal, something Mzansi is very proud of
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Halala! Lezario Alston Louw, who is affectionately known to social media users as 'Zaza', has made the country proud.
The young man competed in the WMO World Championships - a tournament hosting the world's best in martial arts.
Zaza's exceptional performance secured him a silver medal in his age division. His trainer and sensei, Vernon Booysen, congratulated the little "champ" on his achievement.
Booysen wrote:
"So proud of our champ. Congratulations Zaza on taking silver at the WMO world champs and congratulations to Althea Louw and Lee."
Booysen revealed there were still a couple of events left in which Zaza could walk away with a gold medal.
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Briefly.co.za learned Zaza is part of the FCMA SA team representing Mzansi at the WMO World Championships in Manchester, England.
His story was shared on the #ImStaying Facebook group and it inspired South Africans.
Lorraine Anne Weber Birdsey commented:
"Love this story, well done to you all for your dedication and strength."
Elfreda Links Links added:
"Salute Boeta. You will go far. Make us proud."
Gloria Jean Botha wrote:
"I'm in awe of all these little champions. You go darlings, we're all behind you."
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Source: Briefly News
