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...

Livestream: 2024 WSK Open Series Round 1 at the Franciacorta Karting Track

Livestream: 2024 WSK Open Series Round 1 at the Franciacorta Karting Track Read more

The opener of the WSK Open Series will take place at the Franciacorta Karting Track with categories MINI, OKNJ, OKN, KZ2 and KZ2 Masters. Following the important participation success and racing spectacle achieved in the recent championship with its four thrilling rounds of the WSK Super Master Series, WSK Promotion continues its brilliant streak in 2024 with the opening of the WSK Open Series at the Franciacorta Karting Track, where 250 drivers are expected to compete.

The heats of the WSK Open Series in Franciacorta defined the protagonists of the final challenge

The heats of the WSK Open Series in Franciacorta defined the protagonists of the final challenge Read more

After the heats, the lead is held by Van Walstijn (KZ2), Forè (KZ2 Masters), Perico (MINI U10), Pilipenco (MINI Gr.3), Manni (OKNJ) and Marchesi (OKN). The final stages with Live Streaming coverage will be on Sunday, April 7th.

The initial qualifying heats of WSK Open Series

The initial qualifying heats of WSK Open Series Read more

The first qualifying heats name the initial protagonists of the Franciacorta weekend. The remaining heats will be run on Saturday, while the Final stages with Live Streaming coverage will be on Sunday, April 7th.

 

The quickest in qualifying practice of the WSK Open Series in Franciacorta

The quickest in qualifying practice of the WSK Open Series in Franciacorta Read more

Qualifying practice of the opener of the WSK Open Series have taken place. Qualifying heats of all the categories MINI, OKNJ, OKN and KZ2 will follow shortly. The final stages will be on Sunday, April 7th. 

Results: 2024 WSK Open Series Round 1 at the Franciacorta Karting Track

Results: 2024 WSK Open Series Round 1 at the Franciacorta Karting Track Read more

The opener of the WSK Open Series will take place at the Franciacorta Karting Track with categories MINI, OKNJ, OKN, KZ2 and KZ2 Masters. Following the important participation success and racing spectacle achieved in the recent championship with its four thrilling rounds of the WSK Super Master Series, WSK Promotion continues its brilliant streak in 2024 with the opening of the WSK Open Series at the Franciacorta Karting Track, where 250 drivers are expected to compete.

Live timing: 2024 WSK Open Series Round 1 at the Franciacorta Karting Track

Live timing: 2024 WSK Open Series Round 1 at the Franciacorta Karting Track Read more

The opener of the WSK Open Series will take place at the Franciacorta Karting Track with categories MINI, OKNJ, OKN, KZ2 and KZ2 Masters. Following the important participation success and racing spectacle achieved in the recent championship with its four thrilling rounds of the WSK Super Master Series, WSK Promotion continues its brilliant streak in 2024 with the opening of the WSK Open Series at the Franciacorta Karting Track, where 250 drivers are expected to compete.

Iron Dames welcomes two young talents, Vicky Farfus and Mia Oger, to its racing family

Iron Dames welcomes two young talents, Vicky Farfus and Mia Oger, to its racing family Read more

Iron Dames, the pioneering and successful project founded by Deborah Mayer to promote and support women in sports, is proud to announce the addition of two talented youngsters, Vicky Farfus and Mia Oger, both aged 12, to its ranks.

It is WSK Open Series time at Franciacorta

It is WSK Open Series time at Franciacorta Read more

With 260 drivers for the opening round of the WSK Open Series to be held during the weekend of April 7th at the Franciacorta Karting Track. The categories on track are MINI, OKNJ, OKN and KZ2.

Mariano De Faveri appointed Chief Technician of the Kalì Kart Team

Mariano De Faveri appointed Chief Technician of the Kalì Kart Team Read more

The growth of the technical sector continues within the official Kalì Kart Racing Team. The Tinini Group team, in fact, has announced the arrival of Mariano De Faveri with the title of full-time Chief Technician starting from April.

WSK Open Series with 250 drivers at the opener in Franciacorta from April 3rd to 7th

WSK Open Series with 250 drivers at the opener in Franciacorta from April 3rd to 7th Read more

The opener of the WSK Open Series will take place at the Franciacorta Karting Track with categories MINI, OKNJ, OKN, KZ2 and KZ2 Masters. 

Sam Woolley joins the Kalì Kart Team

Sam Woolley joins the Kalì Kart Team Read more

The Kalì Kart Racing Team is pleased to welcome Sam Woolley who will join the team for the OK Junior category. The English driver was born in Urmstom, Manchester in September 2010 and began racing go-karts at the age of 8 in the Mini categories, achieving many notable results at national level. His first international experiences were made in the X30 Junior category in which, at the beginning of this season, he won the Hivern Cup Spain and obtained P2 in the Winter Cup of Valencia.

Calendar change for the WSK Euro Series

Calendar change for the WSK Euro Series Read more

The WSK Euro Series’ round of Sarno will be postponed from May 26th to September 29th. 

Subscriptions accepted to the WSK Open Series

Subscriptions accepted to the WSK Open Series Read more

The opener of the WSK Open Series in Franciacorta on April 7th. The second round will be in La Conca on Saturday, May 11th. The events are open to categories: MINI, OKNJ, OKN, KZ2 and KZ2 Masters.

Tony Kart closed the “Master Series” with a victory and three podiums

Tony Kart closed the “Master Series” with a victory and three podiums Read more

During the concluding round of the WSK Super Master Series, the VTM engine secures victory in the MINI Gr.3 final. The VTZ and VTS units achieve podium placements in the KZ2 and OK classes.

Kart Republic: A sensational collection of podiums and a title at Sarno

Kart Republic: A sensational collection of podiums and a title at Sarno Read more

The WSK Super Master Series came to a close at the Naples International Circuit in Sarno. As was the case at the three previous events in Lonato, Cremona and Franciacorta, many drivers equipped with KR chassis proved to be competitive. KR Global Motorsport Company is delighted to have counted no fewer than 10 drivers on the podium, either thanks to their performances in the Finals or at the end of the series. In addition to the victories in OK-Junior and Mini U10 at the foot of Vesuvius, the Italian brand took one Champion title and three runner-up titles.

Parolin on the podium in Sarno with Modena Kart and Orlov

Parolin on the podium in Sarno with Modena Kart and Orlov Read more

At the end of the WSK Super Master Series, Parolin Motorsport can look back on a very positive start to the 2024 season in every category. At Sarno, the Bassano del Grappa team's level of performance was confirmed by Costoya, who finished 3rd despite retiring in the Prefinal, while Girardello put in a solid performance in the Mini class. Modena Kart Racing put in a very good performance with Orlov on the podium in KZ2 and Carfagna in OK-N Junior.

WSK's most prestigious title goes to Romania thanks to Bogdan Cosma Cristofor

WSK's most prestigious title goes to Romania thanks to Bogdan Cosma Cristofor Read more

On Saturday 2nd March, Bogdan Cosma Cristofor became the new WSK Super Master Series Champion in OK-N Junior. The young Romanian hopeful has once again achieved the objective he set himself. After three consecutive podium finishes, including two victories, in the first three rounds of the prestigious WSK Promotion series, the Forza Racing driver arrived in Sarno for the final round with a good lead, and he managed to clinch the title without a hitch.

New KZ2 overall classification of the WSK Super Master Series

New KZ2 overall classification of the WSK Super Master Series Read more

Behind the champion Bertuca, some positions changed due to an error in the system that did not count the result of Sarno’s Prefinal-B: the second place goes to Kajak, the third to Leuillet, the fourth to Vasile and fifth to Orlov.

Birel ART concludes WSK Super Master with a win and two titles

Birel ART concludes WSK Super Master with a win and two titles Read more

Birel ART Racing's excellent start to the season came to fruition in Sarno with very positive results in the WSK Super Master Series. Despite wet and changeable weather conditions for the Final stages, Ean Eyckmans took a convincing victory in OK that confirmed him as the series' 2024 champion, while Cristian Bertuca brilliantly secured the KZ2 title.

All the champions of the WSK Super Master Series!

All the champions of the WSK Super Master Series! Read more

The 2024 titles went to Schaufler (OKJ), Eyckmans (OK), Cosma Cristofor (OKNJ), Perico (MINI U10), Calleja (MINI Gr.3) and Bertuca (KZ2). 

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