Birel ART on top of KZ2 at Lonato
Birel ART on top of KZ2 at Lonato

Birel ART on top of KZ2 at Lonato

Birel ART on top of KZ2 at Lonato

Birel ART on top of KZ2 at Lonato

The first round of the WSK Final Cup at Lonato saw the Birel ART Racing Team welcome a number of newcomers alongside some familiar faces at a well-attended meeting.
New Lonato circuit record in KZ2 with LeCont
New Lonato circuit record in KZ2 with LeCont

New Lonato circuit record in KZ2 with...

New Lonato circuit record in KZ2 with LeCont

New Lonato circuit record in KZ2 with LeCont

The 'prime' tyres developed by the manufacturer LeCont continue to delight drivers and teams. Throughout the season, the WSK Promotion protagonists in OK took advantage of LeCont's...
Tony Kart: success in OK class at the Final Cup in Lonato
Tony Kart: success in OK class at the Final Cup in Lonato

Tony Kart: success in OK class at the...

Tony Kart: success in OK class at the Final Cup in Lonato

Tony Kart: success in OK class at the Final Cup in Lonato

On the occasion of the first out of the two rounds of the Series promoted by WSK Promotion, held at the South Garda Karting track (Italy), the Tony Kart Racer 401 RR finish on the first step of the...
The winners of the opening round of the WSK Final Cup in Lonato
The winners of the opening round of the WSK Final Cup in Lonato

The winners of the opening round of the...

The winners of the opening round of the WSK Final Cup in Lonato

The winners of the opening round of the WSK Final Cup in Lonato

The first round of the WSK Final Cup ended with the victories of Marchesi (OKN), Orlando (OKNJ), Loomets (MINI U10), Frasnelli (MINI Gr.3), Sala (OKJ), Pavan (OK) and Kajak (KZ2). The next round will...
Livestream: Round 1 of the 2024 WSK Final Cup at the South Garda Karting in Lonato
Livestream: Round 1 of the 2024 WSK Final Cup at the South Garda Karting in Lonato

Livestream: Round 1 of the 2024 WSK...

Livestream: Round 1 of the 2024 WSK Final Cup at the South Garda Karting in Lonato

Livestream: Round 1 of the 2024 WSK Final Cup at the South Garda Karting in Lonato

The entry list for the first of the two WSK Final Cup events at the South Garda Karting circuit in Lonato has reached 400 drivers, marking another important milestone in WSK Promotion's 19th year...
WSK Final Cup in Lonato, ready for the grand finale
WSK Final Cup in Lonato, ready for the grand finale

WSK Final Cup in Lonato, ready for the...

WSK Final Cup in Lonato, ready for the grand finale

WSK Final Cup in Lonato, ready for the grand finale

With 43 heats required to determine the finalists of the first round of the WSK Final Cup at South Garda Karting in Lonato, it is now time for the final phase on Sunday, November 10th. The Prefinals...
The first heats of the WSK Final Cup named the first leaders
The first heats of the WSK Final Cup named the first leaders

The first heats of the WSK Final Cup...

The first heats of the WSK Final Cup named the first leaders

The first heats of the WSK Final Cup named the first leaders

After qualifying practice, the first qualifying heats on Friday named the initial leaders of the big karting event by WSK Promotion.
The protagonists of qualifying practice of the WSK Final Cup in Lonato
The protagonists of qualifying practice of the WSK Final Cup in Lonato

The protagonists of qualifying practice...

The protagonists of qualifying practice of the WSK Final Cup in Lonato

The protagonists of qualifying practice of the WSK Final Cup in Lonato

The qualifying practice has been completed with the pole positions going to Trefilov (KZ2), Pavan (OK), Calleja (OKJ), Frigerio (MINI Gr.3 U10), Lazaro (MINI Gr.3), Kumpen (OKNJ) and Tonalini (OKN).
Results: Round 1 of the 2024 WSK Final Cup at the South Garda Karting in Lonato
Results: Round 1 of the 2024 WSK Final Cup at the South Garda Karting in Lonato

Results: Round 1 of the 2024 WSK Final...

Results: Round 1 of the 2024 WSK Final Cup at the South Garda Karting in Lonato

Results: Round 1 of the 2024 WSK Final Cup at the South Garda Karting in Lonato

Live timing: Round 1 of the 2024 WSK Final Cup at the South Garda Karting in Lonato
Live timing: Round 1 of the 2024 WSK Final Cup at the South Garda Karting in Lonato

Live timing: Round 1 of the 2024 WSK...

Live timing: Round 1 of the 2024 WSK Final Cup at the South Garda Karting in Lonato

Live timing: Round 1 of the 2024 WSK Final Cup at the South Garda Karting in Lonato

The entry list for the first of the two WSK Final Cup events at the South Garda Karting circuit in Lonato has reached 400 drivers, marking another important milestone in WSK Promotion's 19th year...
A total of 400 drivers at the WSK Final Cup in Lonato
A total of 400 drivers at the WSK Final Cup in Lonato

A total of 400 drivers at the WSK Final...

A total of 400 drivers at the WSK Final Cup in Lonato

A total of 400 drivers at the WSK Final Cup in Lonato

Another important event by WSK Promotion, the opening round of the WSK Final Cup 2024, will take place from November 6th to 10th. All the categories, namely ,MINI, OKNJ, OKN, OKJ, OK and KZ2 will be...
350 drivers expected for the opening round of the WSK Final Cup in Lonato
350 drivers expected for the opening round of the WSK Final Cup in Lonato

350 drivers expected for the opening...

350 drivers expected for the opening round of the WSK Final Cup in Lonato

350 drivers expected for the opening round of the WSK Final Cup in Lonato

Big participation in the opener of the WSK Final Cup 2024 of November 6-10 in Lonato for categories MINI, OKNJ, OKN, OKJ, OK and KZ2.
The WSK Promotion calendar for the 2025 events of karting WSK and Rotax is ready
The WSK Promotion calendar for the 2025 events of karting WSK and Rotax is ready

The WSK Promotion calendar for the 2025...

The WSK Promotion calendar for the 2025 events of karting WSK and Rotax is ready

The WSK Promotion calendar for the 2025 events of karting WSK and Rotax is ready

WSK Promotion announces the calendar of the WSK and Rotax events for season 2025 (*Pending confirmation by ASN). The WSK 2025 events: WSK Winter Test, WSK Super Master Series in 5 rounds, the brand...
Registrations to the WSK Final Cup are accepted from October 8th
Registrations to the WSK Final Cup are accepted from October 8th

Registrations to the WSK Final Cup are...

Registrations to the WSK Final Cup are accepted from October 8th

Registrations to the WSK Final Cup are accepted from October 8th

The WSK Final Cup 2024 will unfold in two rounds: the first in Lonato on November 10th, the second in Cremona on November 24th. The categories on track will be: MINI, OKNJ, OKN, OKJ, OK, KZ2. 
The WSK Euro Series 2024 crowned its Champions
The WSK Euro Series 2024 crowned its Champions

The WSK Euro Series 2024 crowned its...

The WSK Euro Series 2024 crowned its Champions

The WSK Euro Series 2024 crowned its Champions

The second and closing round of the WSK Euro Series in Sarno crowned its champions: Scott Lindblom in OK, Jack Iliffe in OKJ, Daniel Miron Lorente in MINI Gr.3, Mason Robertson in MINI Gr.3 U10,...
Livestream Finals Round 2 of the 2024 WSK Euro Series at the International Circuit Napoli in Sarno
Livestream Finals Round 2 of the 2024 WSK Euro Series at the International Circuit Napoli in Sarno

Livestream Finals Round 2 of the 2024...

Livestream Finals Round 2 of the 2024 WSK Euro Series at the International Circuit Napoli in Sarno

Livestream Finals Round 2 of the 2024 WSK Euro Series at the International Circuit Napoli in Sarno

The WSK Euro Series is ready to contest its second and decisive round at the International Napoli Circuit in Sarno over the weekend of September 29th. This will be the final act of the series that...
The results of the heats ahead of the Final stages of the WSK Euro Series in Sarno
The results of the heats ahead of the Final stages of the WSK Euro Series in Sarno

The results of the heats ahead of the...

The results of the heats ahead of the Final stages of the WSK Euro Series in Sarno

The results of the heats ahead of the Final stages of the WSK Euro Series in Sarno

Saturday's qualifying heats of the second and final round of the WSK Euro Series at the International Circuit Napoli in Sarno, along with the pole sitters from Friday, have provided the first...
Qualifying of the WSK Euro Series in Sarno
Qualifying of the WSK Euro Series in Sarno

Qualifying of the WSK Euro Series in...

Qualifying of the WSK Euro Series in Sarno

Qualifying of the WSK Euro Series in Sarno

The second and closing round of the WSK Euro Series is underway at the International Circuit Napoli of Sarno. Heats will be taking place on Saturday, while the Finals with Live TV Streaming will be on...
Results: Round 2 of the 2024 WSK Euro Series at the International Circuit Napoli in Sarno
Results: Round 2 of the 2024 WSK Euro Series at the International Circuit Napoli in Sarno

Results: Round 2 of the 2024 WSK Euro...

Results: Round 2 of the 2024 WSK Euro Series at the International Circuit Napoli in Sarno

Results: Round 2 of the 2024 WSK Euro Series at the International Circuit Napoli in Sarno

The WSK Euro Series is ready to contest its second and decisive round at the International Napoli Circuit in Sarno over the weekend of September 29th. This will be the final act of the series that...
Live timing: Round 2 of the 2024 WSK Euro Series at the International Circuit Napoli in Sarno
Live timing: Round 2 of the 2024 WSK Euro Series at the International Circuit Napoli in Sarno

Live timing: Round 2 of the 2024 WSK...

Live timing: Round 2 of the 2024 WSK Euro Series at the International Circuit Napoli in Sarno

Live timing: Round 2 of the 2024 WSK Euro Series at the International Circuit Napoli in Sarno

The WSK Euro Series is ready to contest its second and decisive round at the International Napoli Circuit in Sarno over the weekend of September 29th. This will be the final act of the series that...

Five wins and five titles for the KR chassis in the WSK Euro Series

Five wins and five titles for the KR chassis in the WSK Euro Series Read more

Both in the dry conditions of Franciacorta at the beginning of September, as well as with the rain tyres used at Sarno two months later, the KR chassis constantly proved its worth. Its effectiveness enabled its drivers to shine in all categories. In total, the KR-IAME packages won five of the six Finals at Sarno. The score was just as impressive in the overall WSK Euro Series standings, with five Championships! Whether in the colours of Kart Republic, Alonso Kart, or DAP, the Italian chassis continue to collect trophies...

The champions of WSK Euro Series

The champions of WSK Euro Series Read more

The winners of the titles have been named in the second and closing round held in Sarno: Kutskov (OK), Martinese (OKJ), Cosma Cristofor (MINI Gr.3), Miron (MINI Gr.3 U10), Yildirim (OK-N) and Hoogendoorn (OKNJ).

Livestream: Round 2 of the WSK Euro Series at the International Circuit Napoli in Sarno

Livestream: Round 2 of the WSK Euro Series at the International Circuit Napoli in Sarno Read more

The WSK Euro Series 2023 is about to end with its second round scheduled from November 1st to 5th at the International Circuit Napoli in Sarno, featuring the MINI, OKJ, OK, OK-N and OK-NJ categories. This round will determine the championship titles following the first event held on September 3rd at Franciacorta.

All set for the grand finale of the WSK Euro Series

All set for the grand finale of the WSK Euro Series Read more

Matveev (OK), Schaufler (OKJ), Walz (MINI Gr.3), Venant (MINI Gr.3 U10), Apicella (OK-N) and Hoogendoorn (OKNJ) came to the fore in Sarno’s qualifying. The Live TV and Streaming coverage on Sunday, November 5th at 10:00, Finals from 12:20.

The protagonists of qualifying of WSK Euro Series in Sarno

The protagonists of qualifying of WSK Euro Series in Sarno Read more

Matveev (OK), Iliffe (OKJ, Calleja (MINI Gr.3), Legenkyi (MINI Gr.3 U10), Apicella (OK-N), and Hoogendoorn (OKNJ) claimed the pole positions of the second round of the WSK Euro Series.

Results: Round 2 of the WSK Euro Series at the International Circuit Napoli in Sarno

Results: Round 2 of the WSK Euro Series at the International Circuit Napoli in Sarno Read more

The WSK Euro Series 2023 is about to end with its second round scheduled from November 1st to 5th at the International Circuit Napoli in Sarno, featuring the MINI, OKJ, OK, OK-N and OK-NJ categories. This round will determine the championship titles following the first event held on September 3rd at Franciacorta.

Live timing: Round 2 of the WSK Euro Series at the International Circuit Napoli in Sarno

Live timing: Round 2 of the WSK Euro Series at the International Circuit Napoli in Sarno Read more

The WSK Euro Series 2023 is about to end with its second round scheduled from November 1st to 5th at the International Circuit Napoli in Sarno, featuring the MINI, OKJ, OK, OK-N and OK-NJ categories. This round will determine the championship titles following the first event held on September 3rd at Franciacorta.

The second round of WSK Euro Series from November 1st to 5th in Sarno

The second round of WSK Euro Series from November 1st to 5th in Sarno Read more

The International Circuit Napoli in Sarno is set to stage the second and closing round of the WSK Euro Series 2023 open to MINI, OK-Junior, OK, OK-N and OK-N Junior.

Registrations are accepted for the WSK Final Cup.

Registrations are accepted for the WSK Final Cup. Read more

Two are the scheduled rounds: in Lonato on November 19th, while the closer will be in Franciacorta on November 26th.

The second round of the WSK Euro Series in Sarno from November 1st to 5th

The second round of the WSK Euro Series in Sarno from November 1st to 5th Read more

The International Circuit Napoli of Sarno will host the concluding act of the WSK Euro Series after the opener in Franciacorta from November 1st to 5th. Category KZ2.

The WSK 2024 calendar has been updated

The WSK 2024 calendar has been updated Read more

A race of the WSK Open Series in La Conca has been added on May 11th, while the first round of the WSK Euro Series in Sarno has been postponed from May 12th to 26th.

The WSK 2024 calendar is ready

The WSK 2024 calendar is ready Read more

The WSK Champions Cup, WSK Super Master Series, WSK Open Cup, WSK Euro Series, WSK Super Cup and WSK Final Cup will keep drivers busy from January to November 2024 on some of the most important circuits.

WSK Promotion is the new Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy and Winter Series promoter, starting from 2024

WSK Promotion is the new Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy and Winter Series promoter, starting from 2024 Read more

WSK Promotion is pleased to announce the achievement of a multi-year agreement with BRP-Rotax aimed at organizing and promoting the Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy championship and the Winter Series, starting from 2024.

Pourchaire and Saleh back on podium as Sauber Academy returns to action after the summer

Pourchaire and Saleh back on podium as Sauber Academy returns to action after the summer Read more

Following a month-long break from racing, the Sauber Academy drivers returned to action both on and off the track, collecting podiums and bringing forward their respective campaigns as they each enter the final stages of the season.

Parolin on the pace in Franciacorta

Parolin on the pace in Franciacorta Read more

Thanks to Rene Lammers in OK and Christian Costoya in OK-Junior, Parolin Motorsport showed an excellent level of competitiveness at Franciacorta for the first round of the WSK Euro Series. After top-class performances in the Qualifying stages, Lammers and Costoya rounded off a solid weekend with 7th place in the Finals. In the Senior class, Miguel Costa and Anatoly Khavalkin rounded off a positive weekend with 13th and 15th places.

Tony Kart pole and win in OKJ class at the opening round of the WSK Euro Series

Tony Kart pole and win in OKJ class at the opening round of the WSK Euro Series Read more

The Tony Kart Racing Team shines on the occasion of the first round of the WSK Promotion championship, at the Franciacorta Karting Track in Castrezzato (Italy), winning the Junior final with Scott Kin Lindblom.

Birel ART: Good progress in OK at the WSK Euro Series in Franciacorta

Birel ART: Good progress in OK at the WSK Euro Series in Franciacorta Read more

This year's WSK Euro Series kicked off on the first weekend in September at the Franciacorta circuit, which will host the FIA Karting World Championship - OK and Junior in October. Matheus Morgatto made a convincing comeback in the Prefinal, battling hard with Emanuele Olivieri. It was the young Belgian from the Leclerc by Lennox Racing team, Ean Eyckmans, who achieved the best result with a Final position of 14th.

Kart Republic: Excellent preparation at Franciacorta and three more WSK podiums!

Kart Republic: Excellent preparation at Franciacorta and three more WSK podiums! Read more

When many drivers arrived at the Franciacorta Karting Track to take part in the opening round of the 2023 WSK Euro Series, they were already looking ahead to the World Championship in the OK and OK-Junior categories, which will be contested on the same Italian circuit in October. 

The WSK Euro Series named the winners of the first round in Franciacorta

The WSK Euro Series named the winners of the first round in Franciacorta Read more

The victories in Franciacorta went to Miron Lorente (MINI U10), Cosma Cristofor (MINI Gr.3), Lindblom (OKJ), Stolcermanis (OK), Yildirim (OKN) and Phillips (OKNJ). 

Livestream: Round 1 of the WSK Euro Series at the Franciacorta Karting Track

Livestream: Round 1 of the WSK Euro Series at the Franciacorta Karting Track Read more

The Franciacorta Karting Track will host the most highly recognized international teams and main constructors of categories MINI, OKJ, OK, OKN and OKNJ from August 30th to September 3rd.

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Karting revelation Tijmen van der Helm joins MP Motorsport for F4 debut
Bas Kaligis
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Karting revelation Tijmen van der Helm joins MP Motorsport for F4 debut

Young karting sensation Tijmen van der Helm will switch to single-seater car racing with MP Motorsport this year, the 15-year-old from Den Hoorn in the Netherlands deciding to step up to Formula 4 with the Dutch team.

The karter, who caused a stir in 2017 by winning the Rotax Max Junior Grand Finals with his family team, is making the switch to cars after just one year in OK karts, a season in which he participated in the DKM series, the WSK Masters Series and the CIK-FIA European Championship. Van der Helm finished tenth in the season-closing World Championship event despite describing 2018 as a learning year.

Van der Helm warmed up to single-seater racing this winter by participating in selected races of the UAE F4 Championship, immediately taking one victory, three podium finishes and a fastest lap. 

"I am really looking forward to my first year in motorsport", says Van der Helm. "The races in Abu Dhabi and Dubai have really whetted my appetite. Winning the final race at Dubai couldn't have been better. I hope to continue that momentum with MP into the regular F4 season.”

"Good things come fast", says Sander Dorsman, team manager at MP Motorsport, "And that also goes for Tijmen. The past few years he has often surprised us with his performance on the karting tracks. With his talent and speed, he is ready for a switch to motorsport. We can't wait to give him a winning car.”

Van der Helm's first karting success came in 2013 as he claimed the Dutch Cadet championship. Two seasons of poles and podiums in Rotax Minimax led to a runner-up spot in the 2016 Dutch Rotax Junior series. In 2017, his first international season, Van der Helm won the Dutch, European and World Rotax Max Championships and came second in the CIK-FIA Karting Academy Trophy.

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