Founded in 2012 in the wake of the success of the Bruno Grana International Trophy, named after one of the founders of the IAME engine factory, the IWF is one of the most eagerly awaited and prestigious events on the world karting calendar. With 380 drivers entered in four categories, the 12th edition promises to be a grand and intense affair on the Algarve circuit at Portimao in southern Portugal. The first Free Practice sessions will start on Monday 23rd October and the winners will be celebrated on Saturday 28th October 2023.

Welcome to the IWF 2023, please read the information below to ensure you understand how the event will be run.

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Another podium for Anthony Bongartz in the GK4 Kart Series. At the Mariembourg circuit, the fourteen-year-old driver from the Belgian town of Amel finished second in the IAME X30 Junior category during the fifth round of the championship. It meant the Eurokarting driver repeated his result in the fourth round at Genk.    

The final race of the IAME Series Benelux 2023, which continues this weekend in Mariembourg, is once again well attended with a field of more than 250 drivers.  And with the decision on the title in several categories yet to be made, it promises to be an exciting three days.

The final race of the IAME Series Benelux 2023, which continues this weekend in Mariembourg, is once again well attended with a field of more than 250 drivers.  And with the decision on the title in several categories yet to be made, it promises to be an exciting three days.

The final race of the IAME Series Benelux 2023, which continues this weekend in Mariembourg, is once again well attended with a field of more than 250 drivers.  And with the decision on the title in several categories yet to be made, it promises to be an exciting three days.

The final race of the IAME Series Benelux 2023, which continues this weekend in Mariembourg, is once again well attended with a field of more than 250 drivers.  And with the decision on the title in several categories yet to be made, it promises to be an exciting three days.

The final race of the IAME Series Benelux 2023, which continues this weekend in Mariembourg, is once again well attended with a field of more than 250 drivers.  And with the decision on the title in several categories yet to be made, it promises to be an exciting three days.

Known for historically providing unpredictable weather and great racing, once again the “Home of Champions” karting track of Genk did not disappoint. With almost 200 of the best IAME teams and drivers taking the challenge in the three categories, it was once again demonstrated that the series is rightfully renowned for its high level of participants.

The circuit of Genk, the “Home of Champions”, will host the final round of the IAME Euro Series 2023. The technical and selective Genk circuit, 1360 meters long, is demanding for the drivers and is a major challenge for the technical teams. It is the favourite track of Formula 1 driver Max Verstappen, who often comes to drive a kart on the circuit when the opportunity arises. To make the races even more complex, the rapidly changing weather situation requires frequent adaptations.

The circuit of Genk, the “Home of Champions”, will host the final round of the IAME Euro Series 2023. The technical and selective Genk circuit, 1360 meters long, is demanding for the drivers and is a major challenge for the technical teams. It is the favourite track of Formula 1 driver Max Verstappen, who often comes to drive a kart on the circuit when the opportunity arises. To make the races even more complex, the rapidly changing weather situation requires frequent adaptations.

The circuit of Genk, the “Home of Champions”, will host the final round of the IAME Euro Series 2023. The technical and selective Genk circuit, 1360 meters long, is demanding for the drivers and is a major challenge for the technical teams. It is the favourite track of Formula 1 driver Max Verstappen, who often comes to drive a kart on the circuit when the opportunity arises. To make the races even more complex, the rapidly changing weather situation requires frequent adaptations.

The circuit of Genk, the “Home of Champions”, will host the final round of the IAME Euro Series 2023. The technical and selective Genk circuit, 1360 meters long, is demanding for the drivers and is a major challenge for the technical teams. It is the favourite track of Formula 1 driver Max Verstappen, who often comes to drive a kart on the circuit when the opportunity arises. To make the races even more complex, the rapidly changing weather situation requires frequent adaptations.

This weekend (18th / 20th of August) the IAME Warriors are racing in Genk for the fourth round of the IAME Benelux Series. More than 300 drivers will race in Genk. 

This weekend (18th / 20th of August) the IAME Warriors are racing in Genk for the fourth round of the IAME Benelux Series. More than 300 drivers will race in Genk. 

This weekend (18th / 20th of August) the IAME Warriors are racing in Genk for the fourth round of the IAME Benelux Series. More than 300 drivers will race in Genk. 

This weekend (18th / 20th of August) the IAME Warriors are racing in Genk for the fourth round of the IAME Benelux Series. More than 300 drivers will race in Genk. 

This weekend (18th / 20th of August) the IAME Warriors are racing in Genk for the fourth round of the IAME Benelux Series. More than 300 drivers will race in Genk. 

His results in Genk gradually improved over the weekend, culminating in second place in the final of the IAME X30 Junior category. No wonder Anthony Bongartz, racing for the Eurokarting Team was happy to tell his story after the fourth round of the GK4 Kart Series. It was the season's first podium for the 13-year-old talented driver from the Belgian town of Amel.