Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy entries open for Sarno

Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy entries open for Sarno Read more

Entries are now open for the final round of the 2025 Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy.

New records for Rotax Max Challenge International Trophy Season Seven

New records for Rotax Max Challenge International Trophy Season Seven Read more

No fewer than 354 drivers are expected at the Le Mans International Circuit this year, confirming the immense appeal of the Rotax Max Challenge International Trophy.

Flavio Caira lives up to favourite status with commanding home victory in Mariembourg

Flavio Caira lives up to favourite status with commanding home victory in Mariembourg Read more

Whether he's racing at home or elsewhere, Flavio Caira wins wherever he goes. The fourteen-year-old karting ace from Hennuyères stormed to a well-deserved victory at his home circuit on Saturday during the fourth round of the GK4 Kart Series. The Walloon racing prospect achieved this by winning two heats and the final in the IAME X30 Junior class.

Modena Kart places two drivers on the final podium of the WSK Euro Series

Modena Kart places two drivers on the final podium of the WSK Euro Series Read more

The 2025 WSK Euro Series ended on a high note for Modena Kart. In May in Viterbo, the Italian team had already celebrated exceptional 2nd and 3rd places for Albert Tamm and Gioele Girardello in OK-N Junior. Seven weeks later, another double podium rewarded the team's hard work and the performance of the drivers at the wheel of their Parolin-TM Karts. This brilliant result allowed the two Modena Racing drivers to claim two new trophies: the runner-up title for Girardello and 3rd place in the overall standings for Tamm.

Preview: 2025 Ginetta Junior Championship – Snetterton

Preview: 2025 Ginetta Junior Championship – Snetterton Read more

Rocco Coronel leads the way as the landmark 20th anniversary season of the Ginetta Junior Championship continues this weekend at Snetterton.

An exciting series with 14 different winners so far in the Champions of the Future Academy Program

An exciting series with 14 different winners so far in the Champions of the Future Academy Program Read more

The 2025 Champions of the Future Academy Program has just reached the halfway point of the season and continues to produce exciting and thrilling racing. The illustrious Jesolo circuit hosted lively races and confirmed the legitimacy of the "arrive and drive" system promoted by RGMMC. In Italy, several new drivers, both male and female, celebrated their first podium finishes in the series. The next three events, to be held in Europe and the United Arab Emirates, promise to be wide open.

Ninovic extends championship lead before Seewooruthun romps clear in race three

Ninovic extends championship lead before Seewooruthun romps clear in race three Read more

Rodin Motorsport’s Alex Ninovic and Argenti with Prema’s Reza Seewooruthun were the winners as GB3 Championship action at the Hungaroring came to a close with two entertaining contests on Sunday. 
 

The WSK Euro Series 2025 Champions

The WSK Euro Series 2025 Champions Read more

The Finals of the second round at the Cremona Circuit awarded the titles to Hedfors (MINI Gr.3), Godschalk (MINI U10), Xie (OK-NJ), Zulfikari (OKJ), Scognamiglio (OK-N) and Costoya (OK).     

Sunday live stream: COTF Academy Program 2025 Round 3 on the legendary Jesolo circuit in Italy

Sunday live stream: COTF Academy Program 2025 Round 3 on the legendary Jesolo circuit in Italy Read more

Several weeks have passed since the first two rounds of the Champions of the Future Academy Program were held in Portimao (Portugal) and Valencia (Spain). So it’s with great anticipation and excitement that the many drivers involved will be returning to RGMMC’s innovative concept of an ‘arrive and drive’ competition designed to reveal and detect young talent in three distinct age groups: Mini, Junior and Senior. Scheduled from 4th to 6th July 2025, the next competition will take place on the legendary Jesolo circuit, long regarded as the temple of karting. Located in the north-east of Italy, close to Venice, it has hosted the greatest international events and seen the exploits of thousands of drivers, including the late Ayrton Senna.

Ean Eyckmans sets the benchmark in Collective Test 2 at the Hungaroring

Ean Eyckmans sets the benchmark in Collective Test 2 at the Hungaroring Read more

The second Collective Test of the weekend saw Ean Eyckmans (RPM) deliver an outstanding performance to top the timesheets as the Formula Regional European Championship by Alpine continued its preparation at the Hungaroring. On a warm afternoon with stable track conditions, the Belgian rookie, who is competing in his first season in single-seater racing, stopped the clocks at 1:39.107, further underlining his rapid adaptation to the category.
 

Saturday live stream: COTF Academy Program 2025 Round 3 on the legendary Jesolo circuit in Italy

Saturday live stream: COTF Academy Program 2025 Round 3 on the legendary Jesolo circuit in Italy Read more

Several weeks have passed since the first two rounds of the Champions of the Future Academy Program were held in Portimao (Portugal) and Valencia (Spain). So it’s with great anticipation and excitement that the many drivers involved will be returning to RGMMC’s innovative concept of an ‘arrive and drive’ competition designed to reveal and detect young talent in three distinct age groups: Mini, Junior and Senior. Scheduled from 4th to 6th July 2025, the next competition will take place on the legendary Jesolo circuit, long regarded as the temple of karting. Located in the north-east of Italy, close to Venice, it has hosted the greatest international events and seen the exploits of thousands of drivers, including the late Ayrton Senna.

Livestream PreFinals and Finals of the 2025 WSK Euro Series Round 2 at the Cremona Circuit

Livestream PreFinals and Finals of the 2025 WSK Euro Series Round 2 at the Cremona Circuit Read more

The second and decisive round will see over 250 drivers making it to the track from 53 countries. Up for grabs are the titles of all categories. In Cremona, the entry list is also particularly numerous and of excellent quality in all categories, from the MINI reserved to youngsters, to OK-N Junior, and OKJ, to the higher-performing OK-N and OK. As usual, the remarkable participation of the very young MINI drivers stands out, with 90 drivers aged from 8 to 11 in both Under 10 and Gr.3, coming from as many as 39 Nations.

All is set for the grand finale of the WSK Euro Series 2025

All is set for the grand finale of the WSK Euro Series 2025 Read more

The weekend that is underway at the Cremona Circuit is the 2025 title decider. The Final stages on Saturday, July 5th with Prefinals and Finals available in TV Live Streaming.

Results: COTF Academy Program 2025 Round 3 on the legendary Jesolo circuit in Italy

Results: COTF Academy Program 2025 Round 3 on the legendary Jesolo circuit in Italy Read more

Several weeks have passed since the first two rounds of the Champions of the Future Academy Program were held in Portimao (Portugal) and Valencia (Spain). So it’s with great anticipation and excitement that the many drivers involved will be returning to RGMMC’s innovative concept of an ‘arrive and drive’ competition designed to reveal and detect young talent in three distinct age groups: Mini, Junior and Senior. Scheduled from 4th to 6th July 2025, the next competition will take place on the legendary Jesolo circuit, long regarded as the temple of karting. Located in the north-east of Italy, close to Venice, it has hosted the greatest international events and seen the exploits of thousands of drivers, including the late Ayrton Senna.

Live timing: COTF Academy Program 2025 Round 3 on the legendary Jesolo circuit in Italy

Live timing: COTF Academy Program 2025 Round 3 on the legendary Jesolo circuit in Italy Read more

Several weeks have passed since the first two rounds of the Champions of the Future Academy Program were held in Portimao (Portugal) and Valencia (Spain). So it’s with great anticipation and excitement that the many drivers involved will be returning to RGMMC’s innovative concept of an ‘arrive and drive’ competition designed to reveal and detect young talent in three distinct age groups: Mini, Junior and Senior. Scheduled from 4th to 6th July 2025, the next competition will take place on the legendary Jesolo circuit, long regarded as the temple of karting. Located in the north-east of Italy, close to Venice, it has hosted the greatest international events and seen the exploits of thousands of drivers, including the late Ayrton Senna.

Qualifying practice and initial heats of the WSK Euro Series have been run in Cremona

Qualifying practice and initial heats of the WSK Euro Series have been run in Cremona Read more

Qualifying practice and the initial heats of the second and decisive round of the WSK Euro Series have been run at the Cremona Circuit. The final heats will follow on Friday, while the Finals with TV Live Streaming coverage will be on Saturday.

Results: 2025 WSK Euro Series Round 2 at the Cremona Circuit

Results: 2025 WSK Euro Series Round 2 at the Cremona Circuit Read more

The second and decisive round will see over 250 drivers making it to the track from 53 countries. Up for grabs are the titles of all categories. In Cremona, the entry list is also particularly numerous and of excellent quality in all categories, from the MINI reserved to youngsters, to OK-N Junior, and OKJ, to the higher-performing OK-N and OK. As usual, the remarkable participation of the very young MINI drivers stands out, with 90 drivers aged from 8 to 11 in both Under 10 and Gr.3, coming from as many as 39 Nations.

Live timing: 2025 WSK Euro Series Round 2 at the Cremona Circuit

Live timing: 2025 WSK Euro Series Round 2 at the Cremona Circuit Read more

The second and decisive round will see over 250 drivers making it to the track from 53 countries. Up for grabs are the titles of all categories. In Cremona, the entry list is also particularly numerous and of excellent quality in all categories, from the MINI reserved to youngsters, to OK-N Junior, and OKJ, to the higher-performing OK-N and OK. As usual, the remarkable participation of the very young MINI drivers stands out, with 90 drivers aged from 8 to 11 in both Under 10 and Gr.3, coming from as many as 39 Nations.

Javier Sagrera joins Akcel GP for remainder of FRECA Championship

Javier Sagrera joins Akcel GP for remainder of FRECA Championship Read more

Akcel GP is proud to announce that Spanish racing talent Javier Sagrera will join the team for the remainder of the 2025 Formula Regional European Championship by Alpine (FRECA) season.

Registrations open for the CRG Rental Kart World Contest

Registrations open for the CRG Rental Kart World Contest Read more

In just over 10 days, many rental kart drivers have already registered for the Sprint Cup and several teams have signed up for the Endurance Cup, the two main events of the Rental Kart World Contest 2025, scheduled for the weekend of October 18 and 19 at the Castelletto circuit.

International Karting on track at the Cremona Circuit for the WSK Euro Series

International Karting on track at the Cremona Circuit for the WSK Euro Series Read more

The second and decisive round will see over 250 drivers making it to the track from 53 countries. Up for grabs are the titles of all categories. The Finals, with TV Live Streaming coverage on Saturday, July 5th.

Ean Eyckmans to join Formula Regional European Championship by Alpine with RPM

Ean Eyckmans to join Formula Regional European Championship by Alpine with RPM Read more

The Formula Regional European Championship by Alpine is set to welcome a new addition to its competitive grid, as Belgian driver Ean Eyckmans will step up to the series with RPM for the next round of the 2025 season.

Karting graduate Dudley Ruddock joins Arden Motorsport for remainder of 2025 GB4 Season

Karting graduate Dudley Ruddock joins Arden Motorsport for remainder of 2025 GB4 Season Read more

Dudley Ruddock will make his car-racing debut in the GB4 Championship as he joins forces with Arden Motorsport for the second half of the 2025 campaign.

Intense heat and high stakes in Genk: Round 3 of the RMCET delivers

Intense heat and high stakes in Genk:  Round 3 of the RMCET delivers Read more

The 2025 Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy arrived at Karting Genk ‘Home of Champions’ for its third and penultimate round of the season. Set in one of the most iconic karting venues in the world, the event brought together over 200 drivers, challenging them across five days of competition under rising summer temperatures. The large crowd that filled the grandstands on Saturday and Sunday was treated to unpredictable drama, standout performances, and decisive movements in the title race.

Registration now open for 30th annual Xtream Rock Island Grand Prix

Registration now open for  30th annual Xtream Rock Island Grand Prix Read more

Registration is now open for the 30th annual The Xtream Rock Island Grand Prix, the world’s largest and most prestigious karting street race. This year’s race is August 30-31, 2025 and features classes for 2 cycle, 4 cycle, shifter and Vintage racers.

G4 Racing welcomes Enzo Richer for the Hungaroring Round of the 2025 Formula Regional European Championship by Alpine

G4 Racing welcomes Enzo Richer for the Hungaroring Round of the 2025 Formula Regional European Championship by Alpine Read more

G4 Racing is pleased to announce that Enzo Richer will be joining the team for the upcoming round at Hungaroring, stepping into the #3 car for the weekend.

Thrills and Surprises in Wackersdorf: Lloyd, Cranham & Becu Steal the Spotlight

Thrills and Surprises in Wackersdorf: Lloyd, Cranham & Becu Steal the Spotlight Read more

The third round of the IAME Euro Series took place at ProKart Raceland in Wackersdorf, a fast, technical circuit nestled in Bavaria near the Czech border. Weather conditions evolved over the weekend—Friday brought rain, Saturday remained cool and cloudy, while Sunday ended on a high with warm sunshine, setting the stage for an action-packed Finals day.

Title pressure builds in Genk as the 2025 RMCET nears its finale

Title pressure builds in Genk as the 2025 RMCET nears its finale Read more

As the 2025 Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy entered its third and penultimate round, the championship landed at the iconic Karting Genk: The Home of Champions.

Memorable Sunday at Genk as Round 3 delivers high drama and new winners

Memorable Sunday at Genk as Round 3 delivers high drama and new winners Read more

An unforgettable showdown at Karting Genk – The Home of Champions saw Round 3 of the Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy come to a close with dramatic finales, fierce competition, and a crowd-pleasing atmosphere.

About 250 drivers expected in Cremona’s second round of the WSK Euro Series

About 250 drivers expected in Cremona’s second round of the WSK Euro Series Read more

The Final of the WSK Euro Series will take place at the Cremona Circuit after the victories in Viterbo’s round one claimed by Costoya (OK), Domain (OKJ), Scognamiglio (OK-N), Xie (OK-NJ), Hedfors (MINI Gr.3) and Godschalk (MINI U10).

Italian F4: Freddie Slater is almost there, but Hiyu Yamakoshi keeps the title fight alive with a spectacular overtake in Race 1

Published on Saturday, September 28, 2024

Italian F4: Freddie Slater is almost there, but Hiyu Yamakoshi keeps the title fight alive with a spectacular overtake in Race 1

Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya - In Barcelona, during the first of the 3 races in the penultimate round of the Italian F.4 Championship, Freddie Slater from Prema Racing claimed his twelfth win of the season, coming within a hair’s breadth of securing the title. With US Racing’s Akshay Bohra stalling on pole at the start, the only driver to keep the fight alive until Sunday was Hiyu Yamakoshi from Van Amersfoort Racing. The Japanese driver finished third behind Jack Beeton, starting from sixth place, thanks to a fabulous restart after the safety car. Had he finished even in fourth, the championship standings would have been sealed in favor of the Englishman. The situation now looks more than promising for Freddie Slater, with 2 pole positions awaiting him in tomorrow’s races and only 3 points separating him from a mathematical confirmation of the championship win.
 

The first twist of the day came at the start of the race when the Indian-American driver from US Racing stalled on the first row of the grid, allowing the entire field to pass, with Freddie Slater taking P1, followed by Jack Beeton. In the first chicane, there was contact between AKM Motorsport’s Italian driver Emanuele Olivieri and Prema Racing’s Latvian driver Tomass Stolcermanis. The incident caused both to retire, leading to the safety car being deployed. At the restart, Hiyu Yamakoshi seized his chance, advancing from sixth to third, pulling off a final spectacular overtake on Alpine Academy driver Kabir Anurag in Turn 1. Anurag, the Singaporean driver for US Racing, had been very fast throughout the weekend and had previously defended his position against the assaults from Van Amersfoort Racing’s Yamakoshi and Gustav Jonsson, but was eventually passed and finished sixth. Swedish driver Gustav Jonsson crossed the finish line in fourth place but was penalized with a 10-second time penalty by the Stewards Panel for a jump start, dropping him out of the points. This promoted Mercedes junior driver Alex Powell, representing Prema Racing, to fourth place, having shown strong performance in a very positive weekend. The American-Jamaican driver thus finished Race 1 in fourth place, while also claiming victory in the Rookie class, earning 25 points that strengthened his position at the top of the rookie standings.



 

Fifth position and second on the Rookie podium went to US Racing’s fast German driver Maxim Rehm, ahead of Anurag, who was the third-best Rookie in Race 1. Indian Prema Racing driver Dion Gowda finished seventh in the race. Gowda engaged in a tough battle with teammate Kean Nakamura-Berta, with contact between the two cars resulting in the Japanese Alpine Academy driver dropping out of the points battle. Eighth place went to PHM AIX Racing’s Maksimilian Popov, followed on track by US Racing’s Gianmarco Pradel. The last point in Race 1 was ultimately claimed by Prema Racing’s Rashid Al Dhaheri.
 

Forced to retire from Race 1 were Indian driver Kai Daryanani (Cram Motorsport), Luka Sammalisto (R-ace GP), and Edward Robinson (US Racing). Daryanani was involved in an incident with American Everett Stack (PHM AIX Racing), who received a drive-through penalty converted into a 25-second time penalty for the episode. In a very tough race within the midfield pack, with contacts between several drivers in the rear, there were two further race neutralizations, both of which were handled smoothly by race leader Freddie Slater upon restart. Among these was the incident between Enea Frey (Jenzer Motorsport) and Andrija Kostic (Van Amersfoort Racing), which resulted in the Swiss driver receiving a penalty of two positions lost on the grid for the next race.
 

Now, Race 2 awaits, where all the ideal conditions are set for the British driver to wrap up the title early, starting from the first of the two pole positions of the weekend and needing only 3 points to secure the championship. Continuing his streak of successes would also see Slater tie, and having chances to further improving, the record for the Italian F.4 Championship, currently held by Andrea Kimi Antonelli with 13 victories in the 2022 season.



 

Race 2 and Race 3 will take place tomorrow, Sunday, September 29, at 11:10 and 17:10, respectively. The three races of the weekend, each lasting 30 minutes plus 1 lap, will be broadcast live on the Italian F.4 Championship’s YouTube and Facebook channels, on ACI Sport TV (channel 228 on Sky, channel 52 on Tivù Sat, and streaming on www.acisport.it), as well as on the various channels and platforms of the Italian F.4 Championship’s extensive international network, including DAZN.

 

Freddie Slater: “We got to keep building on the wins, there is a record to be beaten as well, and I really want to set the new record to break. A very good start today, and got to wait until tomorrow to see if we can get this wrapped up. Honestly, it has been a great weekend, Prema has done an amazing job, in changing conditions hot/cold. Great race, a lot of pressure from behind with the safety car restarts, but we managed it well. With the safety car, it's super difficult to be the leader, it gives more chances to the people behind. Unluckily Bohra stalled at the start, which is a shame for him, I would say I don’t wish it upon anybody, but you got to take the pieces when you can. I had a mega start, a good first lap, and then controlled the race from there.”
 

Jack Beeton: “It’s good to be back, fast again. We had struggled in Red Bull Ring two weeks ago and didn’t score any points in the Euro 4 race. It’s good to be back, fast again in Barcelona here, I really enjoy driving on this track. I’m happy to be finally quick again. Race 2 and 3 tomorrow, I’m starting P2 in both. The pace was good in this last one, is just very hard to overtake. I’m looking to try and get a good start, hopefully, pass Slater on the start, and see what we can do from there, otherwise, just manage the tires and see when we can get him during the race.”
 

Hiyu Yamakoshi: “The Championship is almost finished, but my target is to try to take it to the last round. It’s quite difficult, I don’t know what happened this morning in Q1, I finished in P6, but Q2 was quite nice and I got the second row. Today I did quite a good race and I had a good pace with old tires, so I think I have a good chances to win tomorrow. My last overtaking move to Kabir, I watched Formula 1 and I think Sebastian Vettel did it in Turn 1. Vettel can, that’s meant it’s possible and I can too, I had the grip so I tried, and it worked.”
 

Alex Powell: “It was a super strong race, considering how the qualifying went this morning, which was not really ideal. It was super good to bounce back, in general, it was a super positive race, with good moves and more importantly, good race pace. Solid to start the weekend like this, I’m really happy with the first race. Of course, we still noticed some improvements to do, we’ll look into it again, but definitely a strong start, something to build on for the weekend. Of course, I want to be top overall, but it’s good to be the top Rookie. As long as we just focusing on ourselves, and getting those consistent results, I hope it will come to us. I’m looking for the overall results, but it’s positive to be top of the rookies.”

 

Rate this article:
No rating
Comments (0)Number of views (262)
Print
Please login or register to post comments.