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...

Parolin Motorsport goes from strength to strength

Parolin Motorsport goes from strength to strength Read more

Again in Lonato, the first round of the WSK Super Master Series gave Parolin Motorsport the opportunity to start its KZ2, OK and OK-Junior drivers as well as its Mini drivers in a very competitive situation. 334 drivers from 51 nations competed in the South Garda Karting.

Kart Republic - KR chassis shine in Lonato and Valencia

Kart Republic - KR chassis shine in Lonato and Valencia Read more

Officially presented at the end of 2017, the KR brand has had a meteoric rise, winning three FIA Karting World Championships and no less than seven European Championship titles in just five seasons! The Italian factory's chassis and all the teams representing the Kart Republic colours are back for another season, which promises to be even more successful. The first races in 2023 have already demonstrated this...

Solid performance for the CRG drivers at the WSK Super Master Series

Solid performance for the CRG drivers at the WSK Super Master Series Read more

A sunny week has given teams and drivers taking part in the 1st Round of the WSK Super Master Series the chance to complete an important work program and get very useful feedback from the track. The CRG Team lined up 19 drivers split into the 4 categories of this first competitive Round of the season, closing the event with a very positive balance, from all points of view.

Good opening to the WSK Super Master Series in Lonato

Good opening to the WSK Super Master Series in Lonato Read more

The hard-fought finals went to Bertuca (KZ2), Egozi (OK), Aksoy (OKJ), Zulfikari (MINI Gr.3), and Venant (MINI Gr.3 U10).

Livestream: Round 1 WSK Super Master Series at the South Garda Karting Circuit in Lonato

Livestream: Round 1 WSK Super Master Series at the South Garda Karting Circuit in Lonato Read more

The opener of the WSK Super Master Series in Lonato counts 340 drivers in the four categories MINI, OKJ, OK and KZ2. This is one of the most excellent championships of the WSK Promotion series, that will see the major international karting manufacturers and their official teams, challenging other top teams with an exceptional lineup of champions in all categories.

Great challenges for the win at the opening round of the WSK Super Master Series in Lonato

Great challenges for the win at the opening round of the WSK Super Master Series in Lonato Read more

The best after the heats are: Bertuca (KZ2), Walther (OK), Lehtimaki (OKJ), Hoogendoorn (MINI Gr.3) and Truchot (MINI Gr.3 U10). The final stages with Live Streaming on Sunday from local 10:10.

334 verified drivers in the opening round of the WSK Super Master Series. Qualifying stages are underway.

334 verified drivers in the opening round of the WSK Super Master Series. Qualifying stages are underway. Read more

The pole positions have been set by Zulfikari (MINI Gr.3), Truchot (MINI Gr.3 U10), Van Langendonck (OKJ), Coluccio (OK) and Slater (KZ2). The winners of the initial qualifying heats.

Results: Round 1 WSK Super Master Series at the South Garda Karting Circuit in Lonato

Results: Round 1 WSK Super Master Series at the South Garda Karting Circuit in Lonato Read more

The opener of the WSK Super Master Series in Lonato counts 340 drivers in the four categories MINI, OKJ, OK and KZ2. This is one of the most excellent championships of the WSK Promotion series, that will see the major international karting manufacturers and their official teams, challenging other top teams with an exceptional lineup of champions in all categories.

Live timing: Round 1 WSK Super Master Series at the South Garda Karting Circuit in Lonato

Live timing: Round 1 WSK Super Master Series at the South Garda Karting Circuit in Lonato Read more

The opener of the WSK Super Master Series in Lonato counts 340 drivers in the four categories MINI, OKJ, OK and KZ2. This is one of the most excellent championships of the WSK Promotion series, that will see the major international karting manufacturers and their official teams, challenging other top teams with an exceptional lineup of champions in all categories.

LINE-UP CRG Racing Team: CRG with 19 drivers at the WSK Master Series

LINE-UP CRG Racing Team: CRG with 19 drivers at the WSK Master Series Read more

An almost complete line-up for the CRG Racing Team in Lonato where the 1st Round of the WSK Super Master Series is scheduled for this weekend.

Parolin Motorsport's 2023 season gets underway

Parolin Motorsport's 2023 season gets underway Read more

Last weekend, the first race of the year gathered five Mini drivers from the Parolin Motorsport team on the Lonato circuit during the WSK Champions Cup. It was an opportunity for the youngsters to get back to racing after a short break. The temperatures were still cool at the end of January, but the weather was still good. The first results were positive, with Australian William Calleja finishing in the top five and young French-American Alessandro Truchot finishing in the top ten in the Under 10.

Iron Dames opens a new chapter supporting young female racers in karting

Iron Dames opens a new chapter supporting young female racers in karting Read more

Today, Iron Dames has announced that promising racer, Natalia Granada, will become the first female driver to represent the project in karting marking another significant milestone moment in its history.

The opening round of the WSK Super Master Series on February 1-5

The opening round of the WSK Super Master Series on February 1-5 Read more

The opener of the WSK Super Master Series in Lonato counts 340 drivers in the four categories MINI, OKJ, OK and KZ2.

The WSK Champions Cup has kicked off the international season

The WSK Champions Cup has kicked off the international season Read more

Several good Finals at the tenth edition of the WSK Champions Cup that opened WSK season 2023.

Livestream: WSK Champions Cup at South Garda Karting in Lonato

Livestream: WSK Champions Cup at South Garda Karting in Lonato Read more

The opening of the WSK season at the South Garda Karting in Lonato on 25-29 January presents itself with excellent conditions: in fact, 320 drivers are expected for the WSK Champions Cup, the traditional race at the beginning of the year, which has come to celebrate its 10th edition with quite a success of participation confirming the constantly growing trend for WSK Promotion events.

The WSK Champions Cup is heading to its grand finale in Lonato

The WSK Champions Cup is heading to its grand finale in Lonato Read more

Good duels in the qualifying heats and in the first Prefinals of the event that kicks off season 2023 by WSK Promotion. The intense opening weekend of the WSK season at the South Garda Karting in Lonato continued with great competition on the second day of races valid for the WSK Champions Cup, in the final qualifying heats to gain access to the final stages, and in the first Prefinals run on Saturday afternoon.

The spectacle of the WSK Champions Cup is on at Lonato

The spectacle of the WSK Champions Cup is on at Lonato Read more

The WSK Promotion karting season has kicked off with the first event of the WSK Champions Cup.

Results: WSK Champions Cup at South Garda Karting in Lonato

Results: WSK Champions Cup at South Garda Karting in Lonato Read more

The opening of the WSK season at the South Garda Karting in Lonato on 25-29 January presents itself with excellent conditions: in fact, 320 drivers are expected for the WSK Champions Cup, the traditional race at the beginning of the year, which has come to celebrate its 10th edition with quite a success of participation confirming the constantly growing trend for WSK Promotion events.

Live timing: WSK Champions Cup at South Garda Karting in Lonato

Live timing: WSK Champions Cup at South Garda Karting in Lonato Read more

The opening of the WSK season at the South Garda Karting in Lonato on 25-29 January presents itself with excellent conditions: in fact, 320 drivers are expected for the WSK Champions Cup, the traditional race at the beginning of the year, which has come to celebrate its 10th edition with quite a success of participation confirming the constantly growing trend for WSK Promotion events.

WSK postpones the debut of the new categories OK-N and OKN-J

WSK postpones the debut of the new categories OK-N and OKN-J Read more

WSK Promotion is postponing the debut of the two new categories OK-N and OKN-Junior, which was supposed to take place in the WSK Super Master Series, as many teams are still busy with testing and obtaining technical materials.

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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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