Karting enthusiasts, mark your calendars: the first round of the IAME Series Benelux 2026 is set to ignite the tarmac at Karting Des Fagnes - Mariembourg from March 27 to March 29, 2026. Organized by the renowned KC Mariembourg, led by the passionate Olivier Cèbe, this event promises a thrilling start to the competitive season. Powered by IAME engines, the series will showcase a variety of categories, from young talents in Mini Rookie to seasoned professionals in X30 Senior Cup, making it a must-watch for karting aficionados.

Registrations are now officially open for Round 2 of the 2026 Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy, set to take place at the Prokart Raceland Wackersdorf.

Luigi d’Ascoli capped off a thoroughly successful WSK Super Master Series for Modena Kart Racing Team with a victory. At Franciacorta, the young Italian secured the runners-up title in the OK-N Junior class, whilst Sweden’s Elton Hedfors put a second Parolin-TM Kart on the series’ overall podium.

Highly decorated karting champion Lewis Gilbert will make the leap to the GB3 Championship with Arden Motorsport in 2026. The British driver from North Ayrshire is the first to step up directly into GB3 from karting for several years, and does so after being spotted by the new Arden Academy.

In the closing race at Franciacorta, the titles went to Orlov (KZ2), Krutogolov (OK), Pizzonia (OKJ), Burgess (MINI U10), Pace (MINI Gr.3), Perico (OK-NJ).