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.

European Championship win for Parolin Motorsport and Costoya

European Championship win for Parolin Motorsport and Costoya Read more

The Parolin Motorsport team came away from Portimao in high spirits after a win in the headline OK class for Christian Costoya in the FIA Karting European Championship, backed up by convincing performances from the other drivers.

René Lammers dominates Spanish F4 in Navarro

René Lammers dominates Spanish F4 in Navarro Read more

The Circuito de Navarra hosted a thrilling second round of the 2025 F4 Spanish Championship, where René Lammers delivered a flawless performance by winning two of three races, propelling him to the top of the overall standings.

Kart Republic and Prema Racing double up in Portugal

Kart Republic and Prema Racing double up in Portugal Read more

Dean Hoogendoorn and Noah Baglin completed the OK-Junior double at Portimão, just as they had done at Campillos on the opening event of the FIA Karting European Championship. This time, the positions were reversed, with Hoogendoorn taking victory. The teams using KR-IAME packages managed to adapt perfectly to the extremely changeable and difficult weather conditions, with seven of them in the top 10 in OK-Junior and five in OK, including a podium for Zak Drummond from the Fusion Motorsport team.

Preston and Burke win at Australian Kart Championship round two

Preston and Burke win at Australian Kart Championship round two Read more

Jac Preston has taken his first ever SP Tools Australian Kart Championship round win in KZ2 at Murray Bridge, South Australia, while Ky Burke broached the top step of the podium in KA2 for the first time since round three last year to round out the second round of the five round Title chase.

FRECA: Evan Giltaire takes race 2 victory at Misano and becomes Championship Leader

FRECA: Evan Giltaire takes race 2 victory at Misano and becomes Championship Leader Read more

Evan Giltaire (ART Grand Prix) sealed his second career win in the Formula Regional European Championship by Alpine by triumphing in Race 2 at Misano, following his second-place finish in Race 1. The French driver now leads the championship standings after a commanding performance on Sunday afternoon.

Italian F4: Kean Nakamura-Berta flawless in Misano

Italian F4: Kean Nakamura-Berta flawless in Misano Read more

At the Misano World Circuit, venue of the opening round of the Italian F.4 Championship, Prema Racing’s Anglo-Japanese driver Kean Nakamura-Berta delivered a perfect weekend. Pole position and three wins out of the four scheduled races, as per the format adopted for a weekend that featured 41 drivers on the grid. With 75 points scored, Nakamura-Berta takes the early lead in the drivers’ standings. Behind him, with 53 points, is teammate Sebastian Wheldon, who claimed victory in the opening race of the weekend, which featured his group. The son of Dan “Lionheart” Wheldon thus took his first win in the series.

Livestream Italian F4 Championship - ACI Racing Weekend Misano round 1 - Final Race

Livestream Italian F4 Championship - ACI Racing Weekend Misano round 1 - Final Race Read more

Everything is set for the start of a new and spectacular season of the Italian F.4 Championship. The series, promoted by ACI Sport and WSK Promotion, promises to keep the excitement level high once again in 2025, with record numbers already in its first round.

Italian F4: Kean Nakamura-Berta doubles up and takes pole for the Final

Italian F4: Kean Nakamura-Berta doubles up and takes pole for the Final Read more

The Sunday of the Italian F.4 Championship at the ACI Racing Weekend in Misano, opening round of the series promoted by ACI Sport and WSK Promotion, kicked off with Race 3, the last of the qualifying races. On track were the drivers from Groups A and C, for a total of 27 contenders. Once again, Kean Nakamura-Berta came out on top: the Anglo-Japanese driver for Prema Racing made a strong start and led the race from start to finish, doubling up on his Saturday victory.

Livestream Round 2 - F4 Spanish Championship - Race 3 at Circuito de Navarra

Livestream Round 2 - F4 Spanish Championship - Race 3 at Circuito de Navarra Read more

The F4 Spanish Championship is set to return to action this weekend at Circuito de Navarra. Once again, a full grid of talented young drivers will battle it out as the championship heats up. Located near Los Arcos, Circuito de Navarra is a technical 3.9-kilometer track featuring 15 corners that challenge both driver skill and car setup. With a mix of high-speed straights and tight, technical sectors, the track offers several prime overtaking spots, particularly into Turn 1 and the heavy braking zone at Turn 13. Recently, the circuit has undergone updates to its facilities and track surface, ensuring even more thrilling racing action for 2025.

Livestream Round 2 - F4 Spanish Championship - Race 2 at Circuito de Navarra

Livestream Round 2 - F4 Spanish Championship - Race 2 at Circuito de Navarra Read more

The F4 Spanish Championship is set to return to action this weekend at Circuito de Navarra. Once again, a full grid of talented young drivers will battle it out as the championship heats up. Located near Los Arcos, Circuito de Navarra is a technical 3.9-kilometer track featuring 15 corners that challenge both driver skill and car setup. With a mix of high-speed straights and tight, technical sectors, the track offers several prime overtaking spots, particularly into Turn 1 and the heavy braking zone at Turn 13. Recently, the circuit has undergone updates to its facilities and track surface, ensuring even more thrilling racing action for 2025.

Livestream Italian F4 Championship - ACI Racing Weekend Misano round 1 - Race 3

Livestream Italian F4 Championship - ACI Racing Weekend Misano round 1 - Race 3 Read more

Everything is set for the start of a new and spectacular season of the Italian F.4 Championship. The series, promoted by ACI Sport and WSK Promotion, promises to keep the excitement level high once again in 2025, with record numbers already in its first round.

Sunday live stream: FIA Karting European Championship - OK & OKJ and Academy Senior at Portimao

Sunday live stream: FIA Karting European Championship - OK & OKJ and Academy Senior at Portimao Read more

With many years of experience organising major FIA Karting events, the Kartódromo Internacional do Algarve will host the opening round of the brand new Senior Academy Trophy to be organised over three competitions in 2025. After a successful launch in Spain, the Mondokart.com FIA Karting European Championships - OK and OK-Junior - will continue at the circuit in southern Portugal for a second meeting that promises plenty of intensity and spectacle from 1st to 4th May. A total of 232 drivers are racing in these three categories at Portimao.

Italian F4: Kean Nakamura-Berta, a strong start!

Italian F4: Kean Nakamura-Berta, a strong start! Read more

The second race of the weekend, featuring Groups A and B, was held in the evening at Misano World Circuit. It marked the first outing of the season for the Group A drivers, led by pole-sitter Kean Nakamura-Berta. The Japanese driver from Prema Racing, who had set the fastest overall time in Friday’s qualifying, dominated from the very start.

FRECA: Matteo De Palo takes Trident to the top step of the podium at Misano

FRECA: Matteo De Palo takes Trident to the top step of the podium at Misano Read more

It was a memorable day at Misano for Trident Motorsport, as Matteo De Palo secured the team’s first-ever victory in the Formula Regional European Championship by Alpine. The Italian driver delivered a commanding performance, building his win from a strong qualifying session earlier in the morning, which earned him a front-row start alongside pole-sitter Freddie Slater (Prema Racing).

Italian F4: Sebastian Wheldon wins the opening race of the year

Italian F4: Sebastian Wheldon wins the opening race of the year Read more

Thrills and twists marked the opening round of the Italian F.4 Championship at the Misano World Circuit, as part of the season-launching ACI Racing Weekend. At the start, confusion caused by several jump starts, including one by Germany’s Maxim Rehm (US Racing), reshuffled the race's early stages. Rehm made a quick getaway and led the opening laps but was later overtaken by Prema Racing drivers Sebastian Wheldon and Salim Hanna before receiving a 10-second penalty for the irregular start.

Livestream Italian F4 Championship - ACI Racing Weekend Misano round 1 - Race 2

Livestream Italian F4 Championship - ACI Racing Weekend Misano round 1 - Race 2 Read more

Everything is set for the start of a new and spectacular season of the Italian F.4 Championship. The series, promoted by ACI Sport and WSK Promotion, promises to keep the excitement level high once again in 2025, with record numbers already in its first round.

Livestream Round 2 - F4 Spanish Championship - Race 1 at Circuito de Navarra

Livestream Round 2 - F4 Spanish Championship - Race 1 at Circuito de Navarra Read more

The F4 Spanish Championship is set to return to action this weekend at Circuito de Navarra. Once again, a full grid of talented young drivers will battle it out as the championship heats up. Located near Los Arcos, Circuito de Navarra is a technical 3.9-kilometer track featuring 15 corners that challenge both driver skill and car setup. With a mix of high-speed straights and tight, technical sectors, the track offers several prime overtaking spots, particularly into Turn 1 and the heavy braking zone at Turn 13. Recently, the circuit has undergone updates to its facilities and track surface, ensuring even more thrilling racing action for 2025.

Livestream Italian F4 Championship - ACI Racing Weekend Misano round 1 - Race 1

Livestream Italian F4 Championship - ACI Racing Weekend Misano round 1 - Race 1 Read more

Everything is set for the start of a new and spectacular season of the Italian F.4 Championship. The series, promoted by ACI Sport and WSK Promotion, promises to keep the excitement level high once again in 2025, with record numbers already in its first round.

Saturday live stream: FIA Karting European Championship - OK & OKJ and Academy Senior at Portimao

Saturday live stream: FIA Karting European Championship - OK & OKJ and Academy Senior at Portimao Read more

With many years of experience organising major FIA Karting events, the Kartódromo Internacional do Algarve will host the opening round of the brand new Senior Academy Trophy to be organised over three competitions in 2025. After a successful launch in Spain, the Mondokart.com FIA Karting European Championships - OK and OK-Junior - will continue at the circuit in southern Portugal for a second meeting that promises plenty of intensity and spectacle from 1st to 4th May. A total of 232 drivers are racing in these three categories at Portimao.

Italian F4: Kean Nakamura-Berta fastest in Misano qualifying after thrilling head-to-head battle

Italian F4: Kean Nakamura-Berta fastest in Misano qualifying after thrilling head-to-head battle Read more

At the conclusion of the opening day of the ACI Racing Weekend in Misano, host of the inaugural round of the 2025 Italian F.4 Championship, the 41 drivers entered in the series faced off in the qualifying challenge, taking to the track in two groups. The results from both sessions will set the grid for three of the four races scheduled over the weekend. The final race, set for Sunday evening, will feature only the top 36 drivers, selected based on points and placements earned in the first three races.

Formula Regional European Championship by Alpine fires up the 2025 season in Misano

Formula Regional European Championship by Alpine fires up the 2025 season in Misano Read more

Rafael Camara, Andrea Kimi Antonelli, Dino Beganovic, and before them Grégoire Saucy, Formula Regional builds champions. A quick look at the series’ roll of honour reveals a growing legacy of excellence, with many former drivers now competing in Formula 1, including Antonelli, Isack Hadjar, and Gabriel Bortoleto. Co-organised by ACI Sport and Alpine Racing since 2021, the championship now enters its fifth season, kicking off this weekend at Misano, an all-new venue for the series, with a 26-car grid representing ten teams.
 

Results: FIA Karting European Championship - OK & OKJ and Academy Senior at Portimao

Results: FIA Karting European Championship - OK & OKJ and Academy Senior at Portimao Read more

With many years of experience organising major FIA Karting events, the Kartódromo Internacional do Algarve will host the opening round of the brand new Senior Academy Trophy to be organised over three competitions in 2025. After a successful launch in Spain, the Mondokart.com FIA Karting European Championships - OK and OK-Junior - will continue at the circuit in southern Portugal for a second meeting that promises plenty of intensity and spectacle from 1st to 4th May. A total of 232 drivers are racing in these three categories at Portimao.

Live timing: FIA Karting European Championship - OK & OKJ and Academy Senior at Portimao

Live timing: FIA Karting European Championship - OK & OKJ and Academy Senior at Portimao Read more

With many years of experience organising major FIA Karting events, the Kartódromo Internacional do Algarve will host the opening round of the brand new Senior Academy Trophy to be organised over three competitions in 2025. After a successful launch in Spain, the Mondokart.com FIA Karting European Championships - OK and OK-Junior - will continue at the circuit in southern Portugal for a second meeting that promises plenty of intensity and spectacle from 1st to 4th May. A total of 232 drivers are racing in these three categories at Portimao.

The F4 Spanish Championship returns to Navarra

The F4 Spanish Championship returns to Navarra Read more

After an exciting season opener at Motorland Aragón, the F4 Spanish Championship is set to return to action this weekend at Circuito de Navarra. Once again, a full grid of talented young drivers will battle it out as the championship heats up.

British F4 set for historic 300th race at the Home of British Motor Racing

British F4 set for historic 300th race at the Home of British Motor Racing Read more

The Wera Tools F4 British Championship, certified by FIA, will write another chapter in its illustrious history later this week (2-3 May) as the UK’s premier single-seater series celebrates its 300th race at the Home of British Motor Racing, Silverstone.
 

JHR add Esmee Kosterman to their British F4 team

JHR add Esmee Kosterman to their British F4 team Read more

Dutch racer Esmee Kosterman is set for her British F4 debut with JHR Developments at Silverstone this weekend.

Talent Pool Assessment kicks off updates to the Porsche Motorsport Asia Pacific Driver Development programmes

Published on Friday, November 24, 2023

Talent Pool Assessment kicks off updates to the Porsche Motorsport Asia Pacific Driver Development programmes

The 2024 season will see Porsche Motorsport Asia Pacific implement adjustments to its young driver focused development programmes, starting with the first ever Porsche Carrera Cup Asia Talent Pool Assessment.

Initiated in 2017 the Porsche Carrera Cup Asia Talent Pool has provided any driver under 26 in the series strong support. Drivers part of the Talent Pool benefit from coaching to develop their racing, financial support from Porsche, tyre support from Michelin, multiple training camps in a year and training on PR, marketing and press handling.

The upcoming Porsche Carrera Cup Asia Talent Pool assessment, set to take place on 6-8 December in Malaysia, will be an important step towards finding the next young professional drivers to enter the Porsche Motorsport Asia Pacific pyramid. As they embark on their 2024 Porsche Carrera Cup Asia campaign, the Talent Pool members will have the career-defining opportunity to prove themselves on track.

After a recruitment period that saw applications coming from around the world, a final selection of 12 talented young drivers has been made to attend the assessment. The assessment will span 3 days and consists of a rigorous programme both on and off track to evaluate each driver from a multitude of angles. The first day sees the drivers going through brand and product training, a visit to a Porsche Centre, interviews and personal development assessments.

Days 2 and 3 will see the drivers head out onto the Sepang International Circuit in the Porsche 911 GT3 Cup (992). Over the two days, the young drivers will be put through a full race weekend simulation, with Porsche Carrera Cup Asia 2023 Talent Pool Driver, Luo Kailuo, setting reference lap times for the candidates to target. Day 2 will see all drivers doing Free Practice simulations while also spending time with the technical support to debrief and get coaching.  Day 3 is the all-important qualifying and race simulation where the young drivers can put to practice what they learned the day before.

The PCCA Talent Pool Assessment will be judged by a jury made up of Alexandre Gibot, Managing Director of Porsche Motorsport Asia Pacific Ltd, Sascha Maassen, Porsche Junior Coach, and Alexandre Imperatori, Porsche Carrera Cup Asia Talent Pool Coach.

The full list of candidates for the Porsche Carrera Cup Asia Talent Pool assessment is below:

Hugo Allan, New Zealand
Rodrigo Almeida, Portugal/Mozambique
Pietro Armanni, Italy
Douglas Bolger, Japan/Great Britain
Antoine Doquin, France
Marco Giltrap, New Zealand
Mathys Jaubert, France
Adam Putera, Malaysia
Manuel Santo, Portugal
Hugo Schwarze, Germany
Jackson Walls, Australia
Dylan Yip, China

Following four successful years of the Selected Driver programme, Porsche Motorsport Asia Pacific plans to use this Talent Pool to find future candidates, as part of the updates to the regional Driver Development programmes. Both inaugural Selected Driver Alessio Picariello and his successor, Yifei Ye, have enjoyed two fruitful seasons with the programme, developing as impressive and well-rounded drivers and translating that into strong results on track under Porsche’s tutelage.  The scouting for the future drivers to bear the title will run through 2024 with Porsche Motorsport Asia Pacific looking within the Carrera Cup Asia Talent Pool for potential candidates, and also throughout the region’s motorsport activities.

Alexandre Gibot, Managing Director Porsche Motorsport Asia Pacific Ltd.: “We’re looking forward to seeing the 12 candidates in action at the Porsche Carrera Cup Asia Talent Pool Assessment at Sepang next month. We received applications from 15 countries which shows that the commitment we make to developing young talent is both effective and recognised. For this upcoming assessment  we’ve got some very talented drivers from a variety of backgrounds joining us in Malaysia, making it an exciting moment for the programme.”

 

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