FIA Karting 2025 - After a nail-biting finish, Senna Van Walstijn is crowned FIA Karting World Champion in KZ

FIA Karting 2025 - After a nail-biting finish, Senna Van Walstijn is crowned FIA Karting World Champion in KZ Read more

The World Championship event in Franciacorta will undoubtedly remain one of the most memorable FIA Karting events of recent years. All the ingredients were there: ideal weather conditions for the season in northern Italy, a magnificent field of 250 drivers, non-stop action on the track, a large audience around the track and watching the live stream, and superb organisation masterfully led by the Franciacorta Karting Track team. Three drivers enjoyed a great first. Dutchman Senna Van Walstijn won the Mondokart.com FIA Karting World Championship - KZ, Maksim Orlov dominated the FIA Karting World Cup - KZ2 and Angelo Lombardo held off Davide Fore in the FIA Karting International Super Cup - KZ2 Masters.

Sunday live stream: FIA Karting World Championship - KZ / KZ2 / KZ2 Masters at the Franciacorta Karting Track

Sunday live stream: FIA Karting World Championship - KZ / KZ2 / KZ2 Masters at the Franciacorta Karting Track Read more

The Italian circuit of Franciacorta is once again hosting a major global event, this time dedicated to gearbox karts. Three major titles will be awarded: the Mondokart.com KZ World Championship, the KZ2 World Cup and the KZ2 Masters International Super Cup. An exceptional field of 253 drivers, representing dozens of nationalities, is expected in northern Italy.

Highly coveted world class titles in Italy

Highly coveted world class titles in Italy Read more

After 33 Qualifying Heats run from Friday afternoon to Saturday evening, uncertainty still reigns at the Franciacorta International Circuit. Only the weather conditions seem stable under the Lombardy sun, while the sporting hierarchy has regularly changed during the exciting races. In terms of the top spot, Italy's Angelo Lombardo has taken over from his compatriot Davide Fore at the top of the FIA Karting International Super Cup - KZ2 Masters intermediate standings. On the other hand, Germany's David Trefilov managed to retain his lead in the Mondokart.com FIA Karting World Championship - KZ, as did Maksim Orlov in the FIA Karting World Cup - KZ2.

Saturday live stream: FIA Karting World Championship - KZ / KZ2 / KZ2 Masters at the Franciacorta Karting Track

Saturday live stream: FIA Karting World Championship - KZ / KZ2 / KZ2 Masters at the Franciacorta Karting Track Read more

The Italian circuit of Franciacorta is once again hosting a major global event, this time dedicated to gearbox karts. Three major titles will be awarded: the Mondokart.com KZ World Championship, the KZ2 World Cup and the KZ2 Masters International Super Cup. An exceptional field of 253 drivers, representing dozens of nationalities, is expected in northern Italy.

An important Pole Position for Trefilov, Orlov and Fore at Franciacorta

An important Pole Position for Trefilov, Orlov and Fore at Franciacorta Read more

Under sunny skies, temperatures rose from 17 to 20 degrees during the Qualifying sessions, while pressure was also high among drivers and teams. With around 250 drivers spread across three categories, it was essential to secure a good position before the start of the Qualifying Heats. Three drivers have already achieved their first goal in Italy, that of securing pole position: Germany's David Trefilov in the Mondokart.com FIA Karting World Championship - KZ, Maksim Orlov in the FIA Karting World Cup - KZ2 and Italy's Davide Fore in the FIA Karting International Super Cup - KZ2 Masters.

Results: FIA Karting World Championship - KZ / KZ2 / KZ2 Masters at the Franciacorta Karting Track

Results: FIA Karting World Championship - KZ / KZ2 / KZ2 Masters at the Franciacorta Karting Track Read more

The Italian circuit of Franciacorta is once again hosting a major global event, this time dedicated to gearbox karts. Three major titles will be awarded: the Mondokart.com KZ World Championship, the KZ2 World Cup and the KZ2 Masters International Super Cup. An exceptional field of 253 drivers, representing dozens of nationalities, is expected in northern Italy.

Live timing: FIA Karting World Championship - KZ / KZ2 / KZ2 Masters at the Franciacorta Karting Track

Live timing: FIA Karting World Championship - KZ / KZ2 / KZ2 Masters at the Franciacorta Karting Track Read more

The Italian circuit of Franciacorta is once again hosting a major global event, this time dedicated to gearbox karts. Three major titles will be awarded: the Mondokart.com KZ World Championship, the KZ2 World Cup and the KZ2 Masters International Super Cup. An exceptional field of 253 drivers, representing dozens of nationalities, is expected in northern Italy.

LeCont ensures driver satisfaction at Franciacorta

LeCont ensures driver satisfaction at Franciacorta Read more

Since the beginning of October, the Franciacorta paddock has echoed with the sound of 125cc gearbox engines from the various KZ categories. With 203 participants, the Champions of the Future Shifter kicked off the action on the initiative of promoter RGMMC. From 9th to 12th October, FIA Karting will take over with the World Championship, with no fewer than 253 drivers expected in the Italian region of Brescia. Clearly, as manufacturer LeCont is supplying the KZ, KZ2 and KZ2 Masters in these two prestigious events, world-class drivers and their teams have enjoyed racing with premium tyres offering optimum performance, perfectly suited to their powerful karts!

Franciacorta to host an extraordinary global event with 253 drivers

Franciacorta to host an extraordinary global event with 253 drivers Read more

Two years after the Mondokart.com FIA Karting World Championship - OK & Junior, the Italian circuit of Franciacorta is once again hosting a major global event, this time dedicated to gearbox karts. Three major titles will be awarded: the Mondokart.com KZ World Championship, the KZ2 World Cup and the KZ2 Masters International Super Cup. An exceptional field of 253 drivers, representing dozens of nationalities, is expected in northern Italy from 9th to 12th October 2025.

DKM Crowns its Champions in Wackersdorf

DKM Crowns its Champions in Wackersdorf Read more

The German Kart Championship came to a grand conclusion last weekend (September 19–21) with a thrilling showdown. Nearly 200 drivers competed at Pro Kart Raceland, battling under blazing sunshine and temperatures reaching 30°C for the final championship points. In front of packed grandstands, motorsport fans witnessed action-packed racing and the decisive moments in the title fights.

Livestream Super Heats and Finals: Round 5 of the German Kart Championship at Pro Kart Raceland Wackersdorf

Livestream Super Heats and Finals: Round 5 of the German Kart Championship at Pro Kart Raceland Wackersdorf Read more

The German Kart Championship is entering the home straight: the grand season finale 2025 will take place at Pro Kart Raceland Wackersdorf from 19 to 21 September. On the 1,197-metre track, 207 drivers will battle it out for the remaining five championship titles. After four exciting weekends, the championship favourites are neck and neck.

Saturday live stream: Round 5 of the German Kart Championship at Pro Kart Raceland Wackersdorf

Saturday live stream: Round 5 of the German Kart Championship at Pro Kart Raceland Wackersdorf Read more

The German Kart Championship is entering the home straight: the grand season finale 2025 will take place at Pro Kart Raceland Wackersdorf from 19 to 21 September. On the 1,197-metre track, 207 drivers will battle it out for the remaining five championship titles. After four exciting weekends, the championship favourites are neck and neck.

Live timing & Results: Round 5 of the German Kart Championship at Pro Kart Raceland Wackersdorf

Live timing & Results: Round 5 of the German Kart Championship at Pro Kart Raceland Wackersdorf Read more

The German Kart Championship is entering the home straight: the grand season finale 2025 will take place at Pro Kart Raceland Wackersdorf from 19 to 21 September. On the 1,197-metre track, 207 drivers will battle it out for the remaining five championship titles. After four exciting weekends, the championship favourites are neck and neck.

Showdown in Wackersdorf: DKM ahead of the big season finale

Showdown in Wackersdorf: DKM ahead of the big season finale Read more

The German Kart Championship is entering the home straight: the grand season finale 2025 will take place at Pro Kart Raceland Wackersdorf from 19 to 21 September. On the 1,197-metre track, 207 drivers will battle it out for the remaining five championship titles. After four exciting weekends, the championship favourites are neck and neck. Both race days can be viewed via livestream on adac.de/motorsport and on the ADAC Motorsport YouTube channel. On Saturday, coverage begins at 1 p.m. with the first heats, while the final decisions on Sunday can be followed live from 9:30 a.m.

First Title Decision in Kerpen

First Title Decision in Kerpen Read more

The German Kart Championship kicked off the second half of its season last weekend at the historic Erftlandring in Kerpen. At the fourth of five race weekends, more than 200 drivers lined up on the 1,107-meter cult track. In front of packed grandstands and under consistently dry late-summer weather, the six classes delivered thrilling karting action — including the first championship decision in the Minis. The final winners in Kerpen were Markus Kajak (DKM), Marc Alexander Reistrup (DJKM), Jeffrey Fikse (DSKC), Devin Titz (DMKM), Maxim Becker (X30 Junior) and Lars Ramaer (X30 Senior).

Livestream Super Heats and Finals: Round 4 of the German Kart Championship in Kerpen

Livestream Super Heats and Finals: Round 4 of the German Kart Championship in Kerpen Read more

The German Kart Championship (DKM) will enter the home stretch of its season. Three weeks after the thrilling mid-season round in Ampfing, the action now shifts to the historic Erftlandring in Kerpen, where the course will be set for the title race. With only two race weekends remaining, every point counts in the battle for the championship.

Saturday live stream: Round 4 of the German Kart Championship in Kerpen

Saturday live stream: Round 4 of the German Kart Championship in Kerpen Read more

The German Kart Championship (DKM) will enter the home stretch of its season. Three weeks after the thrilling mid-season round in Ampfing, the action now shifts to the historic Erftlandring in Kerpen, where the course will be set for the title race. With only two race weekends remaining, every point counts in the battle for the championship.
 

Live timing & Results: Round 4 of the German Kart Championship in Kerpen

Live timing & Results: Round 4 of the German Kart Championship in Kerpen Read more

The German Kart Championship (DKM) will enter the home stretch of its season. Three weeks after the thrilling mid-season round in Ampfing, the action now shifts to the historic Erftlandring in Kerpen, where the course will be set for the title race. With only two race weekends remaining, every point counts in the battle for the championship.

DKM Heads into the Hot Phase of the Season in Kerpen

DKM Heads into the Hot Phase of the Season in Kerpen Read more

From August 15 to 17, the German Kart Championship (DKM) will enter the home stretch of its season. Three weeks after the thrilling mid-season round in Ampfing, the action now shifts to the historic Erftlandring in Kerpen, where the course will be set for the title race. With only two race weekends remaining, every point counts in the battle for the championship. Over 200 drivers will compete across six classes. Both race days will be streamed live on adac.de/motorsport and the ADAC Motorsport YouTube channel.

Livestream Super Heats and Finals: Round 3 of the German Kart Championship in Ampfing

Livestream Super Heats and Finals: Round 3 of the German Kart Championship in Ampfing Read more

The German Kart Championship is heading towards the halfway point of the 2025 season. From 25 to 27 July, Germany's most important kart racing series will be hosted at the traditional Schweppermannring in Ampfing. More than 180 drivers are expected to compete in the six classes and battle for the mid-season titles.
 

Live timing & Results: Round 3 of the German Kart Championship in Ampfing

Live timing & Results: Round 3 of the German Kart Championship in Ampfing Read more

The German Kart Championship is heading towards the halfway point of the 2025 season. From 25 to 27 July, Germany's most important kart racing series will be hosted at the traditional Schweppermannring in Ampfing. More than 180 drivers are expected to compete in the six classes and battle for the mid-season titles.

Spirgel and Orlov take the European Championships

Spirgel and Orlov take the European Championships Read more

In Germany, the suspense lasted until the very end for the Mondokart.com FIA Karting European Championship in KZ. Mattéo Spirgel's victory in the Final, combined with Pedro Hiltbrand's retirement, tipped the balance in favour of the French driver at the expense of the Spaniard. In KZ2, Maksim Orlov finished his Championship with a flawless performance: three Finals, three victories! His victory is undisputed. In the FIA Karting Academy Trophy - Junior, thanks to his success in the Final at Mülsen, Finland's Oiva Vettenranta drew level on points with France's Maël Le Marchand, the winner at Valencia. Everything will be decided at the final competition in Italy in September.

DKM travels to Ampfing at the halfway point

DKM travels to Ampfing at the halfway point Read more

Third race of the season crowns halfway champion. Over 180 drivers ensure full fields. Ampfing is the southernmost stop on the racing calendar.

A podium finish for Kart Republic at the conclusion of the European KZ Championship

A podium finish for Kart Republic at the conclusion of the European KZ Championship Read more

The 2025 FIA Karting European Championship in the KZ and KZ2 categories got off to a chaotic start due to problems with tyre supplies. However, the KR Motorsport team bounced back, first in Sarno with Danilo Albanese returning to the top six, then in Mülsen with a podium finish. The entire team and its drivers are now motivated to shine in October at the upcoming World Championship in Franciacorta.

Spirgel, Thien and Le Marchand remain leaders

Spirgel, Thien and Le Marchand remain leaders Read more

Already on pole position on Friday, Matteo Spirgel (FRA) in KZ and Jayden Thien (NED) in KZ2 at the Mondokart.com FIA Karting European Championship, as well as Maël Le Marchand (FRA) at the Academy Trophy - Junior, managed to retain their leading positions at the end of Saturday's Qualifying Heats. There were 13 heats in total, which produced some exciting races.

Mülsen celebrates its first Pole Position Winners in FIA Karting

Mülsen celebrates its first Pole Position Winners in FIA Karting Read more

Fast and popular with the drivers, the Mülsen circuit in Germany hosted some highly competitive Qualifying sessions on its debut in an international FIA Karting event. For Dutchman Jayden Thien, competing in the Mondokart.com European Championship - KZ2, and Frenchman Maël Le Marchand in the Academy-Junior Trophy, it was also a first pole position. Mattéo Spirgel, also from France, repeated his performance from the previous event in Italy, once again proving himself the fastest in KZ.

Hiltbrand and Orlov double their wins, Piccioni takes the Crown!

Hiltbrand and Orlov double their wins, Piccioni takes the Crown! Read more

Three drivers were smiling broadly from the podium in Sarno at the end of the Mondokart.com FIA Karting European Championship. Pedro Hiltbrand, who had already won the opening race in Spain, is in an excellent position in the overall KZ standings ahead of the final competition in Germany in July. In KZ2, Maksim Orlov is in exactly the same situation, after his comprehensive domination in the Final at the foot of Vesuvius. In KZ2 Masters, the Mondokart.com FIA Karting European Championship was held over a single competition. Antonio Piccioni emerged victorious after a last lap with many twists and turns.

The temperature rises in Sarno, along with the intensity of the racing

The temperature rises in Sarno, along with the intensity of the racing Read more

The second official day of competition, which saw the end of the Qualifying Heats and the first Super Heats, took place in stifling heat on the Naples International Circuit. A number of trends from Qualifying Practice for the Mondokart.com FIA Karting European Championship were confirmed, but certain races showed that things can change very quickly. Mattéo Spirgel in KZ, Maksim Orlov in KZ2 and Davide Fore in KZ2 Masters will attack the end of the competition in leading positions.

Spirgel, Rousseau and Cozzaglio on pole at Sarno

Spirgel, Rousseau and Cozzaglio on pole at Sarno Read more

The Mondokart.com FIA Karting European Championship for gearbox categories got underway in the heat of the Naples International Circuit, with temperatures well in excess of 30 degrees. Qualifying Practice enabled the establishment of an initial hierarchy. Frenchman Mattéo Spirgel set the fastest absolute time in KZ, while his compatriot Corentin Rousseau took first place in KZ2. Manuel Cozzaglio, European Champion in 2003 and now competing in the Masters, showed that he had lost none of his talent when he was fastest in his category.