Simon Halliday meets Springbok lock legend Schalk Burger Sr. at his Cape Winelands estate, where the fierce line‑out master now nurtures rows of vines. Over the next few minutes, Schalk:

• Revisits Rugby’s Pinnacle: From World Cup finals to bone‑jarring tackles, he recalls the moments that forged his reputation.

• Shares His Wine Passion

• Draws Surprising Parallels: How calling a perfect line‑out mirrors choosing the ideal grape, and why vineyard crews echo a Springbok squad’s discipline.

• Stands for Resilience: Explains how patience in the barrel and on the field both demand unwavering focus and adaptability.

This episode is an unfiltered conversation about leadership, reinvention and the art of turning setbacks into second acts—on turf and in terroir. Hit play for a masterclass from a true champion.

In the inaugural episode of Hallers Playbook, Simon Halliday welcomes racing driver Dino Zamperelli to discuss the intersection of sports and trading. They explore the pressures of decision-making in high-speed racing, the importance of reaction skills, and the lessons learned from mistakes. Dino shares insights from his racing career, including coaching aspiring drivers and overcoming fear in high-pressure situations.

During the podcast, Simon references a youtube video of Dino driving in the wet at SPA race circuit when he was 19 years old. The near miss video can be viewed here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HDQatnFUA3E

• (00:00:00) - Hallers Playbook
• (00:07:39) - Reacting to crashes in Formula 1
• (00:12:35) - Driving Lesson
• (00:16:11) - Have You Learned How To Win With Fear?
• (00:20:04) - What message would you give to a young driver who wants to become
• (00:25:04) - How to Get to the Top of F1
• (00:28:03) - A Taste of Hallers Playbook