Slap fighting is an extreme combat sport where competitors deliver, without defending, open-handed slaps to an opponent’s face while standing with feet planted. Popularized by organizations like SlapFIGHT Championship and UFC-affiliated Power Slap, matches often involve strict rules against clubbing or flinching. It originated as a viral, often underground, spectacle before gaining formal, though controversial, recognition.

Key Aspects of Slap Fighting:
Rules: Strikes must be open-handed and above the chin; no stepping or pivoting is allowed, and competitors cannot block.
Structure: Competitors usually have 60 seconds to recover after being struck before the next blow.
Risk: The sport is considered high-risk for concussions and traumatic injury.
Competitions: Major promotions include SlapFIGHT Championship and Power Slap, with notable fighters like “Shamokin Thunder Clap” and Danny Van Heerden.

Additionally, a traditional variant known as slap kabaddi is popular in Pakistan, where players slap opponents to score points