GB3 Race 3: Schwarze storms to first victory in chaotic Final Zandvoort contest

GB3 Race 3: Schwarze storms to first victory in chaotic Final Zandvoort contest Read more

VRD Racing's Hugo Schwarze steered clear of chaos in the final GB3 Championship race at Zandvoort, passing Elite Motorsport's Will Macintyre early on and then surviving two safety car restarts to claim his first single-seater victory.

Jesper Carlsen appointed FIA Karting Championship Coordinator

Jesper Carlsen appointed FIA Karting Championship Coordinator Read more

A new championships coordinator has taken up his duties at the start of the 2025 season. The 49-year-old Dane Jesper Carlsen comes to the job with a wealth of motor sport experience. A kart driver for over a decade, including a Danish Championship to and excellent results in the CIK-FIA European Championship in the 90’s, Jesper Carlsen continued his career in the sport by winning the Danish Formula Ford Championship, before going on to shine in Formula 3 and the Porsche Supercup. Professionally, his skills have led him to work in many fields: marketing and sponsorship consultant, coach and manager of young drivers, championship promoter, team manager, public relations, TV consultant and TV content producer.

The winners of the opening round of the WSK Euro Series

The winners of the opening round of the WSK Euro Series Read more

The opening event of the WSK Euro Series at the Leopard Circuit Viterbo was won by Hedfors (MINI Gr.3), Godschalk (MINI U10), Xie (OK-NJ), Domain (OKJ), Scognamiglio (OK-N) and Costoya (OK).

 

Sunday live stream: FIA Karting European Championship - KZ & KZ2 and Academy Junior at Valencia

Sunday live stream: FIA Karting European Championship - KZ & KZ2 and Academy Junior at Valencia Read more

The move from two to three competitions in the Mondokart.com FIA Karting European Championship for the KZ and KZ2 categories has been requested by many drivers and teams for this season. With their powerful 125cc engines with gearboxes and Dunlop 'prime' tyres, they offer very high performance and should guarantee the maximum spectacle for the opening event on the Lucas Guerrero international circuit, located at Chiva near Valencia. It will also be the first of three competitions for the Junior Academy Trophy, which will be celebrating its 16th season!

In spain, the suspense is just beginning

In spain, the suspense is just beginning Read more

The weather remained sunny in the Valencia region, with temperatures rising for the day's Qualifying Heats. Drivers and machines were put through their paces in Saturday's 13 races, which produced a large number of passes and twists and turns. In the Mondokart.com FIA Karting European Championship, Spaniard Pedro Hiltbrand in KZ and Maksim Orlov in KZ2 retained the leads they had gained in Qualifying. They will need to consolidate their positions in the Super Heats on Sunday morning, followed by the Finals, if they are to continue their winning run. In the Academy Trophy - Junior, Ecuador's Julian Rivera Salas took over from Mexico's Luis Fer Nunez at the top of the intermediate standings.

GB3 Race 1: Heuzenroeder marches to maiden win at Zandvoort

GB3 Race 1: Heuzenroeder marches to maiden win at Zandvoort Read more

Patrick Heuzenroeder claimed a first GB3 Championship victory both for himself and the Xcel Motorsport team in the first race of the weekend at Zandvoort. The Australian rebuffed a challenge off the line from Hitech TGR's Deagen Fairclough, and then put himself out of DRS reach across the opening couple of laps.

Livestream PreFinals and Finals of the 2025 WSK Euro Series Round 1 at the Leopard Circuit Viterbo

Livestream PreFinals and Finals of the 2025 WSK Euro Series Round 1 at the Leopard Circuit Viterbo Read more

After the thrilling and spectacular first part of the season with the five rounds of the WSK Super Master Series, the time has come for the highly anticipated start of the WSK Euro Series. The first round will be held at the Leopard Circuit Viterbo from May 13th to 17th. The final phase will take place on Saturday.

Saturday live stream: FIA Karting European Championship - KZ & KZ2 and Academy Junior at Valencia

Saturday live stream: FIA Karting European Championship - KZ & KZ2 and Academy Junior at Valencia Read more

The move from two to three competitions in the Mondokart.com FIA Karting European Championship for the KZ and KZ2 categories has been requested by many drivers and teams for this season. With their powerful 125cc engines with gearboxes and Dunlop 'prime' tyres, they offer very high performance and should guarantee the maximum spectacle for the opening event on the Lucas Guerrero international circuit, located at Chiva near Valencia. It will also be the first of three competitions for the Junior Academy Trophy, which will be celebrating its 16th season!

Hiltbrand, Orlov and Nunez on pole in sunny Valencia

Hiltbrand, Orlov and Nunez on pole in sunny Valencia Read more

After extremely competitive Qualifying sessions, pole positions were awarded to Spaniard Pedro Hiltbrand in KZ, Maksim Orlov in KZ2 and Mexican Luis Fer Nunez in the Junior Academy. The Mondokart.com FIA Karting European Championship for gearbox categories and the FIA Karting Academy Trophy got off to the best possible start.
 

Ready for WSK Euro Series final phase in Viterbo

Ready for WSK Euro Series final phase in Viterbo Read more

The heats end with final phase qualification on Saturday 17th May. Prefinals from 9:50am and Finals from 1:30pm on Live TV Streaming.

Friday session three: Fairclough fastest again - just!

Friday session three: Fairclough fastest again - just! Read more

Hitech TGR's Deagen Fairclough was fastest for the second successive session on Friday afternoon, but after topping session two by three thousandths of a second, it was even closer in the final practice, as the Brit led Patrick Heuzenroeder by 0.002s this time around.

Friday session two: Fairclough and Ninovic separated by 0.003s

Friday session two: Fairclough and Ninovic separated by 0.003s Read more

Hitech TGR's Deagen Fairclough and Rodin Motorsport's Alex Ninovic were separated by just three thousandths of a second in the second Friday Free Practice session at Zandvoort.

Friday session one: Seewooruthun smashes GB3 lap record

Friday session one: Seewooruthun smashes GB3 lap record Read more

Argenti with Prema's Reza Seewooruthun smashed the official GB3 lap record in the opening Friday practice session at Zandvoort.

Results: FIA Karting European Championship - KZ & KZ2 and Academy Junior at Valencia

Results: FIA Karting European Championship - KZ & KZ2 and Academy Junior at Valencia Read more

The move from two to three competitions in the Mondokart.com FIA Karting European Championship for the KZ and KZ2 categories has been requested by many drivers and teams for this season. With their powerful 125cc engines with gearboxes and Dunlop 'prime' tyres, they offer very high performance and should guarantee the maximum spectacle for the opening event on the Lucas Guerrero international circuit, located at Chiva near Valencia. It will also be the first of three competitions for the Junior Academy Trophy, which will be celebrating its 16th season!

Fairclough tops thursday session at Zandvoort as top-three split by half a tenth

The Legend Returns to Monaco

The Legend Returns to Monaco Read more

The greatest forces in Motorsport history are now united as Ferrari’s last Monaco-winning World Champion is returned to Enzo’s house, located within the very heart of the Factory that has produced the most awe-inspiring automotive masterpieces in history. A location where the genius between creator, driver, and car will forever be linked as Michael Schumacher was recently given the ultimate honor of having the area just outside Enzo’s doorstep, where chassis 211 now rests, renamed to Piazza Michael Schumacher.

Live timing: FIA Karting European Championship - KZ & KZ2 and Academy Junior at Valencia

Live timing: FIA Karting European Championship - KZ & KZ2 and Academy Junior at Valencia Read more

The move from two to three competitions in the Mondokart.com FIA Karting European Championship for the KZ and KZ2 categories has been requested by many drivers and teams for this season. With their powerful 125cc engines with gearboxes and Dunlop 'prime' tyres, they offer very high performance and should guarantee the maximum spectacle for the opening event on the Lucas Guerrero international circuit, located at Chiva near Valencia. It will also be the first of three competitions for the Junior Academy Trophy, which will be celebrating its 16th season!

Winners of the Viterbo WSK Euro Series

Winners of the Viterbo WSK Euro Series Read more

The first heats highlight several protagonists. Friday the conclusion of the heats, Saturday 17th May the final phase.

WSK Euro Series pole positions at Viterbo

WSK Euro Series pole positions at Viterbo Read more

Qualifying practice at the Leopard Circuit Viterbo kicked off the first round of 2025 WSK Euro Series. The finals on Saturday 17th May.

Results: 2025 WSK Euro Series Round 1 at the Leopard Circuit Viterbo

Results: 2025 WSK Euro Series Round 1 at the Leopard Circuit Viterbo Read more

After the thrilling and spectacular first part of the season with the five rounds of the WSK Super Master Series, the time has come for the highly anticipated start of the WSK Euro Series. The first round will be held at the Leopard Circuit Viterbo from May 13th to 17th. The final phase will take place on Saturday.

Live timing: 2025 WSK Euro Series Round 1 at the Leopard Circuit Viterbo

Live timing: 2025 WSK Euro Series Round 1 at the Leopard Circuit Viterbo Read more

After the thrilling and spectacular first part of the season with the five rounds of the WSK Super Master Series, the time has come for the highly anticipated start of the WSK Euro Series. The first round will be held at the Leopard Circuit Viterbo from May 13th to 17th. The final phase will take place on Saturday.

The protagonists of the WSK Euro Series on track in Viterbo

The protagonists of the WSK Euro Series on track in Viterbo Read more

The participation is great in all categories at the opener of the series to be held at the Leopard Circuit Viterbo next May 13 - 17.

BRP-Rotax confirm chassis partners for RMCGF 2025

BRP-Rotax confirm chassis partners for RMCGF 2025 Read more

BRP-Rotax announces the official chassis partners for the Rotax MAX Challenge Grand Finals 2025 taking place in the Kingdom of Bahrain from November 29th to December 6th: BirelART, IPK and Sodikart - three of the world’s leading manufacturers in the karting industry. Each brand is well-renowned for their quality, workmanship and commitment to providing nearly 400 qualified competitors at the RMCGF with the best material and support to win.

The Junior Academy and Gearbox categories take the stage in Spain

The Junior Academy and Gearbox categories take the stage in Spain Read more

The move from two to three competitions in the Mondokart.com FIA Karting European Championship for the KZ and KZ2 categories has been requested by many drivers and teams for this season. With their powerful 125cc engines with gearboxes and Dunlop 'prime' tyres, they offer very high performance and should guarantee the maximum spectacle for the opening event on the Lucas Guerrero international circuit, located at Chiva near Valencia. It will also be the first of three competitions for the Junior Academy Trophy, which will be celebrating its 16th season!

The WSK Euro Series 2025 is at the start

The WSK Euro Series 2025 is at the start Read more

The first round of the series will take place at the Leopard Circuit Viterbo next May 13 - 17, with categories MINI, OK-NJ, OK-N, OKJ and OK on track.
 

Saturday live stream: Champions of the Future 2025 Shifters round 1 in Valencia

Saturday live stream: Champions of the Future 2025 Shifters round 1 in Valencia Read more

After the opening of the OK and Junior season, the 2025 Champions of the Future series now turns to the gearbox categories. The opening round for KZ and KZ2 will take place at the Kartodromo Internacional Lucas Guerrero in Valencia – a perfect dress rehearsal ahead of the FIA Karting European Championship scheduled at the same venue the following week. Watch all the exciting Superheats and Finals on the Livestreaming coverage on Saturday!

Friday live stream: Champions of the Future 2025 Shifters round 1 in Valencia

Friday live stream: Champions of the Future 2025 Shifters round 1 in Valencia Read more

After the opening of the OK and Junior season, the 2025 Champions of the Future series now turns to the gearbox categories. The opening round for KZ and KZ2 will take place at the Kartodromo Internacional Lucas Guerrero in Valencia – a perfect dress rehearsal ahead of the FIA Karting European Championship scheduled at the same venue the following week. Watch all the action on the Livestreaming coverage with Qualifying heats on Friday, and the exciting Superheats and Finals on Saturday!

Results: Champions of the Future 2025 Shifters round 1 in Valencia

Results: Champions of the Future 2025 Shifters round 1 in Valencia Read more

After the opening of the OK and Junior season, the 2025 Champions of the Future series now turns to the gearbox categories. The opening round for KZ and KZ2 will take place at the Kartodromo Internacional Lucas Guerrero in Valencia – a perfect dress rehearsal ahead of the FIA Karting European Championship scheduled at the same venue the following week.

Live timing: Champions of the Future 2025 Shifters round 1 in Valencia

Live timing: Champions of the Future 2025 Shifters round 1 in Valencia Read more

After the opening of the OK and Junior season, the 2025 Champions of the Future series now turns to the gearbox categories. The opening round for KZ and KZ2 will take place at the Kartodromo Internacional Lucas Guerrero in Valencia – a perfect dress rehearsal ahead of the FIA Karting European Championship scheduled at the same venue the following week.

Andy Consani on Pole Position and podium on his single-seater debut

Published on Friday, April 25, 2025

Andy Consani on Pole Position and podium on his single-seater debut

Considered one of the best French kart drivers of his generation, Andy Consani has just made his debut in the FIA-certified French F4 Championship. The youngest driver on the grid made his first-ever start from pole position after a perfectly controlled Qualifying session in difficult rainy conditions. For Andy, the Easter Cup at Nogaro also included a first podium finish, this time on a dry track. It's clear that in 2025, we'll have to watch out for the hopeful chosen by Mercedes-AMG F1 to be part of its development programme for young drivers.

 

From karting to cars, a logical progression

Andy Consani made his karting debut in 2018 at the age of eight. In the French top 10 the following year, he quickly moved up to an international level. In 2023, he finished 9th out of 123 entries in the World Junior Championship. In 2024, he climbed another rung up the ladder to take on the world's best in the highly competitive OK category, in which the driver from Bouches-du-Rhône put in a string of top-level performances. His results, as well as his personality, his approach to motor sport and his progression curve, enabled him to be selected as one of the few drivers chosen to experience the adventure of the Richard Mille Young Talent Academy at the end of the season. This fruitful experience in Formula 4 convinced him to make his debut in a single-seater from 2025.

 

A new star in the Mercedes universe

In March 2025, another promising announcement confirmed the young driver's promising potential: Andy Consani joined the Mercedes-AMG F1 Team's junior programme. The French F4 Championship, with its reputation for training and spotting many of today's champions, proved to be the best choice for nurturing Andy's budding talent and he began this new challenge with the determination that characterises him within the FFSA Academy.

 

First race, first pole position, first podium!

The Nogaro Easter Cup kicked off with a successful first day of private testing on Friday in the sunshine of south-west France. The following day, it rained in the Gers. Andy Consani made the most of the track's difficult grip conditions and climbed to the top of the timesheets, becoming probably the youngest poleman in FIA French F4.
 

Drawing on his experience of top-level karting events, Andy Consani remained calm when the lights went out in Race 1, contested on slicks, and got off to a perfect start to take the lead in the first few corners. An incident in the pack forced the safety car to return to the track. A few minutes later, the young driver managed the restart perfectly and retained the lead.



 

"The end of the race was more difficult, with two rivals overtaking me, but I remained concentrated right to the end to secure 3rd place on the podium, which is still a good result in view of this really tough Championship," commented the 15-year-old driver. "The rain returned in the afternoon for Race 2. The principle of the inverted grid relegated me to 10th position. There was a lot of spray and the track was very slippery. I got off to an excellent start, but unfortunately, I made a small mistake, which cost me a lot of places because the field was so tight when the safety car appeared. It's a shame, because when I climbed from 24th to 10th place, I was one of the fastest drivers on the track."

 

A season that's only just begun

Race 3 also left Andy with a few regrets. ‘As the laps went by, the car became more and more oversteer, with a very unstable rear end, perhaps due to contact in the first few corners, which actually earned me a penalty. I was on the verge of attacking for 3rd place at the start of the race, but then I downshifted and lost the chance to increase my points tally. After this first race, I'm ranked 7th out of 30. At Nogaro, I demonstrated my competitiveness in both dry and wet conditions and I'm determined to move up the order at the next round.’

See you in May on the Dijon-Prenois circuit...


2025 French F4 Championship calendar
19th-21st April - Nogaro *
9th-11th May - Dijon
20th-22nd June - Spa Francorchamps (Belgium)
1st-3rd August - Magny-Cours
12th-14th September - Lédenon
25th-27th September - Le Mans
* Already raced.

 

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