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...

Birel ART on top of KZ2 at Lonato

Birel ART on top of KZ2 at Lonato Read more

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 Read more

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 performance and this was once again the case in Lonato for the opening round of the WSK Final Cup. This time, the KZ2 category was also equipped with tyres from the Rovereto factory, as in the Open Series. The pole position achieved by Germany's David Trefilov with a sensational time of 44"961 testifies to the outstanding qualities of the Italian tyres.

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

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

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 podium the final reserved for the OK category. 
 

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 Read more

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 be in Cremona.

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 Read more

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 of activity. Since 2006, WSK Promotion has been organizing a sporting history that is increasingly appreciated by all actors in international karting. All the categories, namely MINI, OKNJ, OKN, OKJ, OK, and KZ2, will be packed.

WSK Final Cup in Lonato, ready for the grand finale

WSK Final Cup in Lonato, ready for the grand finale Read more

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 and Finals will be broadcast live, featuring the protagonists of the international categories KZ2, OK, OKJ, the smaller MINI U10 and MINI Gr.3, and the new federal categories OK-NJ and OK-N.

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

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

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 Read more

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

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 Read more

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 of activity. Since 2006, WSK Promotion has been organizing a sporting history that is increasingly appreciated by all actors in international karting. All the categories, namely MINI, OKNJ, OKN, OKJ, OK, and KZ2, will be packed.

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

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

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 packed.

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 Read more

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 Read more

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 new WSK World Challenge Europe in two rounds and the WSK Final Cup in 3 rounds. The Rotax 2025 karting events: RMC Winter Series in 2 rounds, RMC Euro Trophy in 4 rounds.

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

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

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 Read more

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, Juliusz Ociepa in OKN and Billy Jordan Van Staveren in OKNJ.

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 Read more

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 will determine the 2024 season winners.

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 Read more

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 important indications of the potential winners who will be competing for the titles on Sunday, September 29th, in the international categories OK and OKJ, in the MINI Gr.3 and MINI Gr.3 Under 10, and in the two new national categories OKNJ and OKN.

Qualifying of the WSK Euro Series in Sarno

Qualifying of the WSK Euro Series in Sarno Read more

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 Sunday, September 29th.

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 Read more

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 will determine the 2024 season winners.

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 Read more

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 will determine the 2024 season winners.

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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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