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Da Hawaiian Hitman Joins Controversial Power Slap Event

4/17/2026

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On April 17, 2026, Dayne Viernes, known as Da Hawaiian Hitman, will compete in Power Slap.
Power Slap is a brutal combat sport in which participants strike without defense.
The event, created by UFC's Dana White, has gained popularity, drawing one billion views monthly.
A 2025 study found that 79% of slap fighters showed signs of concussion, and critics such as Dr. Christopher Nowinski warn about normalization.

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Story summary

On April 17, 2026, Dayne Viernes, known as Da Hawaiian Hitman, will compete in Power Slap.
Power Slap is a brutal combat sport in which participants strike without defense.
The event, created by UFC's Dana White, has gained popularity, drawing one billion views monthly.
A 2025 study found that 79% of slap fighters showed signs of concussion, and critics such as Dr. Christopher Nowinski warn about normalization.