Official Pantano Racing Team driver since the end of 2023, Andy Ratel kicked off 2025 with a brilliant performance at the IAME Winter Cup in Valencia. In Spain, the young boy considered to be one of the best French kart drivers of his generation fought his way to the front for three days. A few race incidents slowed his performance, but Andy never gave up, and his efforts were rewarded by a brilliant comeback in the X30 Senior class final, with a 3rd place finish.

After two action-packed days, everything led to Super Heats and Finals in Valencia. The Super Heats offered drivers a final opportunity to secure the best possible grid position for the ultimate showdown. Then, in the Finals, the top contenders went head-to-head in a battle for victory. With daring overtakes, intense last-lap fights, and standout performances, the IAME Winter Cup 2025 came to a breathtaking conclusion, capping off an unforgettable weekend of racing.

After the final non-qualifying practice sessions, Friday officially kicked off the 2025 IAME Winter Cup at Kartodromo Valencia with timed qualifying practice. Drivers had just a few laps to push to the limit, setting their fastest times to secure the best starting positions for the upcoming Qualifying Heats.

The 2024 Spanish Karting Championship took place over four events, with the final held at Chiva near Valencia. Andy Ratel, the driving force behind the most competitive event on the Iberian peninsula, was aiming for gold in the X30 Senior category, before finally taking silver in a meeting that saw him once again battle at the front and climb onto the podium.

As the 2024 IAME Euro Series reached its climax, the final round at Karting Genk in Belgium delivered unforgettable racing moments and high drama. Known as the “Home of Champions,” this iconic circuit hosted a weekend of intense battles among the series’ top drivers. The scattered clouds added to the challenge, making every lap crucial in the fight for the championship. Despite the unpredictable weather with rain that only slightly materialized on Friday, the drivers showcased exceptional skill and determination as they pushed their limits in the season’s final showdown.