The 2025 Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy heads into its decisive chapter with the fourth and final round taking place at one of the most prestigious venues in the international karting scene - the Circuito Internazionale Napoli, in Sarno, Italy.
Located just a short distance from Naples, the 1.547-kilometre track is no stranger to global competition, having hosted the Rotax MAX Challenge Grand Finals multiple times - including the most recent edition in 2024. Now, the Euro Trophy title contenders return to Sarno’s fast, technical and unforgiving layout, with 10 RMC Grand Finals tickets on the line across five categories.
As always, the grid will be divided into Mini MAX, Junior MAX, Senior MAX, DD2 and DD2 Masters, with a full weekend of high-stakes racing expected to cap off what has been one of the most competitive seasons in recent memory.
Mini MAX – A Single Ticket and Plenty of Variables
Though it doesn’t count towards the overall championship, Mini MAX will again award a single-event ticket to the 2025 Grand Finals, making Sarno a high-pressure round for a stacked grid of emerging talent.
So far, the winners of the RMCET Mini MAX rounds have been Alfie Mair (SFR Motorsport) in Wackersdorf, Emerson Macandrew-Uren (Dan Holland Racing) in Trinec, and Lucien Smith (KR Sport) in Genk - all securing their respective Grand Finals tickets.
At Sarno, the battle intensifies with Oliver Spencer rejoining KR Sport after a strong season with SP Motorsport. Spencer was a finalist in the 2024 Grand Finals held on this track, and his experience could be a crucial advantage.
He will be joined by several new and returning contenders, including Marc Quessada (MKC Motorsport) — racing on home soil with the support of his local team – and prominent names from the Italian karting scene, such as Lorenzo Di Pietrantonio (SP Motorsport), Andreas Papageorgiou (CRG) and Robin Raikkonen (Kartshop CH).
Junior MAX – Ashcroft Eyes the Crown
Jacob Ashcroft (Dan Holland Racing) has been the dominant force in Junior MAX, having won in Wackersdorf and again in Genk with flawless weekends. The British driver enters the final round at the top of the standings and with momentum firmly on his side.
At Genk, Ashcroft held off a charging Kai Clarke (KR Sport) to secure another victory, while Rory Armstrong (Dan Holland Racing) confirmed his rise in form with a strong third-place in the standings.
With three Grand Finals tickets up for grabs in Junior MAX (for the top 3 overall), the pressure will be immense across the entire field. And with Clarke and Armstrong both within striking distance, Sarno is poised to deliver one of the closest finales of the season.
Senior MAX – The Tightest Title Fight Yet
The Senior MAX class, which has seen the highest number of entries all season, is shaping up for a dramatic conclusion. After multiple twists across the first three rounds, it’s Sean Butcher (KR Sport) who leads the standings going into Sarno — but only just.
His main rival, Macauley Bishop (Dan Holland Racing), is just 20 points adrift and has already taken a victory this season. But it was Omar Ghannoum (KR Sport) who made headlines in Genk, with a breakthrough win that could make him a dark horse for the podium once again.
Also in the mix is Ties van Wijk, who has quietly gathered points and now sits third in the championship. With three Grand Finals tickets on the table, the final race in Sarno is expected to deliver fireworks.
DD2 / DD2 Masters – Titles Within Reach, but No Room for Error
In DD2, Jakub Bezel (Kraft Motorsport) maintains the lead in the standings, thanks to his consistency across all rounds - even if Enzo Bol (SP Motorsport) stole the show in Genk with a dominant performance. Bol has always been strong at Genk, but the challenge now is to replicate that form in Sarno.
Behind Bezel, Lenn Nijs and William Kristensen remain within reach, especially with two tickets available for the top 2 in the overall standings.
In DD2 Masters, the script has been written by Nicolas Picot (Privateer), who remains unbeaten after three rounds. Picot leads the championship by 30 points, and with just one ticket reserved for the class champion, he’s in pole position to secure it. However, veterans Xen De Ruwe (RMCGF winner in Sarno last year) and Maurits Knopjes are still in the hunt - and will be looking to spoil the party in Sarno.
Event Schedule
As per tradition, the weekend will follow the standard RMCET format, beginning with practice and technical checks before competitive sessions start on Friday. The Grand Finals tickets and season titles will all be decided in the Prefinals and Finals on Sunday.
- Thursday, September 4: Free practices starting at 08:45 AM.
- Friday, September 5: Free Practices starting at 08:45 AM; from 12:20 PM Qualifying Practices; from 2.40 PM Heats.
- Saturday, September 6: Warm Up starting at 08:45 AM; from 11:20 AM Heats
- Sunday, September 7: from 08:20 AM Warm-up; from 10:00 AM Prefinals, from 1.00 PM Finals.
Where to Watch
On Sunday, September 7, the Pre-finals and Finals will be broadcast live on TV through Live Streaming on Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy's Facebook page, RMCET website, Motorsport.com, and YouTube platforms.
For full results, schedules, and live coverage, visit www.rotaxmaxchallengeeurotrophy.com.