Livestream: Rotax MAX Challenge Winter Cup 2026 at KartCenter Campillos
Livestream: Rotax MAX Challenge Winter Cup 2026 at KartCenter Campillos

Livestream: Rotax MAX Challenge Winter...

Livestream: Rotax MAX Challenge Winter Cup 2026 at KartCenter Campillos

Livestream: Rotax MAX Challenge Winter Cup 2026 at KartCenter Campillos

The Rotax racing season in Europe officially kicks off once again at KartCenter Campillos, as the Rotax MAX Challenge Winter Cup returns to its traditional home for the 2026 edition. Scheduled from...
RMC Winter Cup: Heats conclude in mixed conditions at Campillos
RMC Winter Cup: Heats conclude in mixed conditions at Campillos

RMC Winter Cup: Heats conclude in mixed...

RMC Winter Cup: Heats conclude in mixed conditions at Campillos

RMC Winter Cup: Heats conclude in mixed conditions at Campillos

The qualifying heats of the 2026 Rotax MAX Challenge Winter Cup came to a close today at KartCenter Campillos under dramatically changed weather conditions. After yesterday’s stable sunshine,...
RMC Winter Cup: Qualifying and first heats done in Campillos
RMC Winter Cup: Qualifying and first heats done in Campillos

RMC Winter Cup: Qualifying and first...

RMC Winter Cup: Qualifying and first heats done in Campillos

RMC Winter Cup: Qualifying and first heats done in Campillos

The 2026 Rotax MAX Challenge Winter Cup continued today at KartCenter Campillos with the completion of the Qualifying Practices and the first Qualifying Heats, providing the first clear competitive...
Results: Rotax MAX Challenge Winter Cup 2026 at KartCenter Campillos
Results: Rotax MAX Challenge Winter Cup 2026 at KartCenter Campillos

Results: Rotax MAX Challenge Winter Cup...

Results: Rotax MAX Challenge Winter Cup 2026 at KartCenter Campillos

Results: Rotax MAX Challenge Winter Cup 2026 at KartCenter Campillos

The Rotax racing season in Europe officially kicks off once again at KartCenter Campillos, as the Rotax MAX Challenge Winter Cup returns to its traditional home for the 2026 edition. Scheduled from...
Live timing: Rotax MAX Challenge Winter Cup 2026 at KartCenter Campillos
Live timing: Rotax MAX Challenge Winter Cup 2026 at KartCenter Campillos

Live timing: Rotax MAX Challenge Winter...

Live timing: Rotax MAX Challenge Winter Cup 2026 at KartCenter Campillos

Live timing: Rotax MAX Challenge Winter Cup 2026 at KartCenter Campillos

The Rotax racing season in Europe officially kicks off once again at KartCenter Campillos, as the Rotax MAX Challenge Winter Cup returns to its traditional home for the 2026 edition. Scheduled from...
Winter Cup moves into qualifying phase at Campillos
Winter Cup moves into qualifying phase at Campillos

Winter Cup moves into qualifying phase...

Winter Cup moves into qualifying phase at Campillos

Winter Cup moves into qualifying phase at Campillos

The 2026 Rotax MAX Challenge Winter Cup has officially taken shape at KartCenter Campillos, with 135 drivers successfully verified for the opening event of the new season.
Al Ain Raceway Announces the Launch of the RMC MENA Trophy 2026
Al Ain Raceway Announces the Launch of the RMC MENA Trophy 2026

Al Ain Raceway Announces the Launch of...

Al Ain Raceway Announces the Launch of the RMC MENA Trophy 2026

Al Ain Raceway Announces the Launch of the RMC MENA Trophy 2026

Al Ain Raceway is proud to officially announce the launch of the RMC MENA Trophy 2026, an exciting new multi-round championship created to elevate karting competition across the Middle East and...
MP Group expands karting activities with acquisition of Chrono Karting
MP Group expands karting activities with acquisition of Chrono Karting

MP Group expands karting activities with...

MP Group expands karting activities with acquisition of Chrono Karting

MP Group expands karting activities with acquisition of Chrono Karting

The MP Group has further strengthened its position in the Northern European karting scene by acquiring Chrono Karting, the leading organiser in Dutch karting with the Dutch 2-stroke (Dutch Rotax Max...
A return to tradition in Campillos
A return to tradition in Campillos

A return to tradition in Campillos

A return to tradition in Campillos

A return to tradition in Campillos

The Rotax racing season in Europe officially kicks off once again at KartCenter Campillos, as the Rotax MAX Challenge Winter Cup returns to its traditional home for the 2026 edition. A venue that has...
Rotax Karting strengthens U.S presence: KSG becomes key partner
Rotax Karting strengthens U.S presence: KSG becomes key partner

Rotax Karting strengthens U.S presence:...

Rotax Karting strengthens U.S presence: KSG becomes key partner

Rotax Karting strengthens U.S presence: KSG becomes key partner

Rotax Karting is excited to announce a new chapter in its U.S. operations with the appointment of KSG as a key business partner. KSG will take over the responsibilities of both existing distributors...
Sem and Maurits Knopjes writing history at the 2025 Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals! Both claimed...
Sem and Maurits Knopjes writing history at the 2025 Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals! Both claimed...

Sem and Maurits Knopjes writing history...

Sem and Maurits Knopjes writing history at the 2025 Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals! Both claimed...

Sem and Maurits Knopjes writing history at the 2025 Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals! Both claimed...

Sem and Maurits Knopjes have both been crowned world champions at the 2025 Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals in Bahrain. Sem clinched the world title in the DD2 category, while his father Maurits...
Birelart, a major player in the success of the World Rotax Grand Finals
Birelart, a major player in the success of the World Rotax Grand Finals

Birelart, a major player in the success...

Birelart, a major player in the success of the World Rotax Grand Finals

Birelart, a major player in the success of the World Rotax Grand Finals

The Birelart factory continues its successful partnership with BRP-Rotax at the Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals, held in the magical setting of the Bahrain circuit. The Italian manufacturer was once...
RMCGF 2025: Sodikart, performance at the heart of the brand experience
RMCGF 2025: Sodikart, performance at the heart of the brand experience

RMCGF 2025: Sodikart, performance at the...

RMCGF 2025: Sodikart, performance at the heart of the brand experience

RMCGF 2025: Sodikart, performance at the heart of the brand experience

The Rotax Max Challenge 2025 Grand Final offered the karting world yet another demonstration of mastery and innovation. Hosted in the unique atmosphere of the Kingdom of Bahrain, the event benefited...
A spectacular 2025 RMC Grand Finals concludes in Bahrain: 396 Drivers, 60 Nations, One memorable...
A spectacular 2025 RMC Grand Finals concludes in Bahrain: 396 Drivers, 60 Nations, One memorable...

A spectacular 2025 RMC Grand Finals...

A spectacular 2025 RMC Grand Finals concludes in Bahrain: 396 Drivers, 60 Nations, One memorable...

A spectacular 2025 RMC Grand Finals concludes in Bahrain: 396 Drivers, 60 Nations, One memorable...

Creating a thrilling spectacle in the heart of the desert in the Kingdom of Bahrain, the 2025 Rotax MAX Challenge Grand Finals (RMCGF) once again delivered world-class motorsport at its finest. The...
RMC Grand Final Champions Crowned in Bahrain
RMC Grand Final Champions Crowned in Bahrain

RMC Grand Final Champions Crowned in...

RMC Grand Final Champions Crowned in Bahrain

RMC Grand Final Champions Crowned in Bahrain

What an incredible week it has been here in the Kingdom of Bahrain for the RMC Grand Finals 2025. The atmosphere was absolutely electrifying, filled with anticipation, emotion, and world-class racing....
LIVESTREAMING: Follow LIVE the Prize Giving Ceremony RMC Grand Finals 2025
LIVESTREAMING: Follow LIVE the Prize Giving Ceremony RMC Grand Finals 2025

LIVESTREAMING: Follow LIVE the Prize...

LIVESTREAMING: Follow LIVE the Prize Giving Ceremony RMC Grand Finals 2025

LIVESTREAMING: Follow LIVE the Prize Giving Ceremony RMC Grand Finals 2025

After an unforgettable week of racing, it's time to celebrate the new RMC Grand Finals Champions 2025! The evening begins in the Social Area and around the main podium stage with the Sundowner...
LIVESTREAMING: Follow LIVE the Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals 2025 - the Finals
LIVESTREAMING: Follow LIVE the Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals 2025 - the Finals

LIVESTREAMING: Follow LIVE the Rotax Max...

LIVESTREAMING: Follow LIVE the Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals 2025 - the Finals

LIVESTREAMING: Follow LIVE the Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals 2025 - the Finals

The climax of the RMC Grand Finals 2025 is here! After days of intense racing, it's time for the Finals in all 8 categories. Every race crowns a Champion - and only the strongest performances...
Grids Set for Finals After Friday’s Pre-Finals at the RMC Grand Finals in Bahrain
Grids Set for Finals After Friday’s Pre-Finals at the RMC Grand Finals in Bahrain

Grids Set for Finals After Friday’s...

Grids Set for Finals After Friday’s Pre-Finals at the RMC Grand Finals in Bahrain

Grids Set for Finals After Friday’s Pre-Finals at the RMC Grand Finals in Bahrain

Qualifying Practice, Heat Races, and Pre-Finals are now in the books, and the only session that remains of any importance is the Finals on Saturday. With RMC Grand National Championship titles on the...
Friday live streaming coverage: Follow LIVE the Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals 2025
Friday live streaming coverage: Follow LIVE the Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals 2025

Friday live streaming coverage: Follow...

Friday live streaming coverage: Follow LIVE the Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals 2025

Friday live streaming coverage: Follow LIVE the Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals 2025

A special day at the Bahrain International Karting Circuit! The program starts with the traditional Drivers Parade, before all 8 categories line up for the Pre-Finals. This will set the starting grid...
RMC Grand Finals Daily Report #5 Today was a busy day on track with all the heat races
RMC Grand Finals Daily Report #5 Today was a busy day on track with all the heat races

RMC Grand Finals Daily Report #5 Today...

RMC Grand Finals Daily Report #5 Today was a busy day on track with all the heat races

RMC Grand Finals Daily Report #5 Today was a busy day on track with all the heat races

It was a busy day on track at the Bahrain International Karting Circuit as heat races concluded today, setting the grids for Pre-Finals tomorrow. With a delay-free day, more than 25 heat races were...

RMC Grand Finals 2019: Long-term chassis parnters Supplemented by a new ally

RMC Grand Finals 2019: Long-term chassis parnters  Supplemented by a new ally Read more

For the 20th anniversary of Rotax MAX Challenge Grand Finals BRP-Rotax cooperates with well-known associates and a newcomer in one of the world’s biggest karting event. The proven partners BirelART, IPKarting and Sodikart are complemented by J3’s Compkart chassis brand.

Rotax Max Grand Finals winner Tijmen van der Helm from karts to Formula 4

Rotax Max Grand Finals winner Tijmen van der Helm from karts to Formula 4 Read more

This weekend we welcome top karting talent Tijmen van der Helm to Xcel Motorsport here at Yas Marina Circuit. From the Netherlands, Tijmen tested back in December in Dubai, and having just turned 15 he can now make his single-seater debut after an extremely impressive karting career which includes becoming winner of the 2017 Grand Finals Rotax Max in the Junior Rotax Category, along with 2nd place in the CIK Academy in 2017.

Organization, logistics and performance perfectly controlled by Sodikart in Brazil

Organization, logistics and performance perfectly controlled by Sodikart in Brazil Read more

For the ninth year in a row, Sodikart successfully completed its mission to supply Senior Max and DD2 Master equipment at the 2018 Rotax World Finals. The task was not easy for the world's leading kart manufacturer, who sent over 150 complete karts across the Atlantic. The Sodi chassis, a long-time Rotax partner, was unanimously appreciated by the competitors, who were also convinced by the high-quality service offered by Sodikart's staff.

Birel ART brand to show the quality of its product at the Grand Finals

Birel ART brand to show the quality of its product at the Grand Finals Read more

Used to winning the biggest international karting titles over many years, Birel ART is also a manufacturer eager to offer competitive products to drivers throughout the world, whatever their category. Having become a benchmark partner of Rotax during its "Grand Finals", organised in Brazil in 2018, Birel ART demonstrates its willingness to be present at all levels, with effective chassis in all conditions, easy to use and adjust.

Podium Jaiden Pope in Rotax Max Grand Finals Brazil, Team Australia runner-up in the Nations Cup

Podium Jaiden Pope in Rotax Max Grand Finals Brazil, Team Australia runner-up in the Nations Cup Read more

Australian Jaiden Pope has finished on the podium at the 2018 Rotax MAX Challenge Grand Finals in Brazil.

Heated Finals for the first Rotax Max Challenge on South American soil

Heated Finals for the first Rotax Max Challenge on South American soil Read more

Conde, Brazil – The 19th edition Rotax MAX Challenge Grand Finals champions were crowned today at the Circuit International Paladino in Conde, Brazil. The thrilling event came to an end after a week of intense and exciting racing around the 1,280-meter track, during which 360 drivers from 55 nations battled out to win this great honour.

Final Report: Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals: The "FINALS DAY".

Final Report: Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals: The "FINALS DAY". Read more

Conde, Brazil – Welcome to Finals Day of the 19th Edition of the Rotax MAX Challenge Grand Finals 2018 at the Circuit International Paladino. Saturday saw the drivers and teams arrive to light winds but satin sun and temperatures of 32 at its highest. You could feel the atmosphere had changed to both excitement but also apprehension to what would be a crucial days racing. Only half of the competitors in four of the classes (Junior, Senior, DD2 and DD2Masters) would be competing today but everyone still turned up to experience the atmosphere of Finals Day.

LIVE NOW: livestream award ceremony Rotax Max Grand Finals; party in Brazil

LIVE NOW: livestream award ceremony Rotax Max Grand Finals; party in Brazil Read more

The 19th edition of the Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals was a true spectacle. The annual confrontation between the best Rotax Max drivers in the world was held on the continent of South America at International Karting Circuit Paladino of Conde in Paraíba in Brazil. The Dutch were very successful! Follow the awards ceremony via the livestreaming 2018 Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals Brazil.

Daily Clip 06 - Preparations | Grand Finals 2018

Daily Clip 06 - Preparations | Grand Finals 2018 Read more

Welcome to the 2018 RMCGF hosted at the International Karting Circuit Paladino of Conde in Paraíba, Brazil. This impressive finale of the karting season sees 360 drivers coming from 55 countries during the 19th edition of this famous race. The Circuito Internacional Paladino is located in the Northeast of Brazil, a tourist and industrial hotspot, also known for its rich cultural heritage and beautiful beaches. Paladino is a popular choice for drivers as the circuit provides both speed and ample passing opportunities.

Daily Report 6 Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals: Fantastic racing in Brazil; who is on pole for the final

Daily Report 6 Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals: Fantastic racing in Brazil; who is on pole for the final Read more

Conde, Brazil – Welcome to the Penultimate day of competition at the Rotax MAX Challenge Grand Finals 2018. The drivers arrived at the Circuit International Paladino this morning excited but also maybe with a feeling of apprehension as to what Pre-Finals day will hold in store for them and their team. Again, the sun was strong and even early morning when the first karts queued for Warm-Up the temperature was creeping into the 30 degrees.

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Photo impression of the 2018 Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals in Brazil

Photo impression of the 2018 Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals in Brazil Read more

Conde, Brazil – The 2018 Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals is hosted at the International Karting Circuit Paladino of Conde in Paraíba, Brazil. This impressive ‘grande finale’ of the karting season sees 360 Rotax Max drivers coming from 55 countries during the 19th edition of this famous event.

Livestreaming 2018 Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals in Brazil 30 Nov.

Livestreaming 2018 Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals in Brazil 30 Nov. Read more

Conde, Brazil – The 2018 Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals is hosted at the International Karting Circuit Paladino of Conde in Paraíba, Brazil. This impressive ‘grande finale’ of the karting season sees 360 Rotax Max-drivers coming from 55 countries during the 19th edition of this famous event. 

Daily Report 5 Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals: Great heatracing at the Paladino karttrack

Daily Report 5 Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals: Great heatracing at the Paladino karttrack Read more

Conde, Brazil  – Welcome to the 19th Rotax MAX Challenge Grand Finals here at the Circuit International Paladino. It is already day 5 of the Grand Finals here in Brazil and the sun again welcomed the drivers and teams as the gates opened early on Thursday morning. A warm 31 degrees and slightly less cloud that had been present all week filled all with optimism that, like yesterday, today wouldn’t be affected by any rain showers.

Daily Clip 05 - A tour in the paddock! A lot of fun | Grand Finals 2018

Daily Clip 05 - A tour in the paddock! A lot of fun | Grand Finals 2018 Read more

Welcome to the 2018 RMCGF hosted at the International Karting Circuit Paladino of Conde in Paraíba, Brazil. This impressive finale of the karting season sees 360 drivers coming from 55 countries during the 19th edition of this famous race. The Circuito Internacional Paladino is located in the Northeast of Brazil, a tourist and industrial hotspot, also known for its rich cultural heritage and beautiful beaches. Paladino is a popular choice for drivers as the circuit provides both speed and ample passing opportunities.

Livestreaming 2018 Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals in Brazil 29 Nov.

Livestreaming 2018 Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals in Brazil 29 Nov. Read more

Conde, Brazil – The 2018 Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals is hosted at the International Karting Circuit Paladino of Conde in Paraíba, Brazil. This impressive ‘grande finale’ of the karting season sees 360 Rotax Max-drivers coming from 55 countries during the 19th edition of this famous event. 

Daily Report 4 Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals: The first competitive day

Daily Report 4 Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals: The first competitive day Read more

Conde, Brazil – Welcome to the first competitive day of the 19th Rotax MAX Challenge Grand Finals 2018. The circuit Internacional Paladino welcomed the drivers and teams to a completely dry track as they arrived on Wednesday. However, the skies told a different story with dark stormy clouds that seemed to promise another day of excitement but also with trepidation as to what strategy they will need to make.

Daily Clip 04 – Alexander Wurz about the participation of his two sons at the Grand Finals 2018

Daily Clip 04 – Alexander Wurz about the participation of his two sons at the Grand Finals 2018 Read more

In this clip Alexander Wurz tells about the participation of his two sons at the Grand Finals 2018.

Livestreaming 2018 Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals in Brazil 28 Nov

Livestreaming 2018 Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals in Brazil 28 Nov Read more

Conde, Brazil – The 2018 Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals is hosted at the International Karting Circuit Paladino of Conde in Paraíba, Brazil. This impressive ‘grande finale’ of the karting season sees 360 Rotax Max-drivers coming from 55 countries during the 19th edition of this famous event. 

Daily Clip 03 - Behind the Scenes | Grand Finals 2018

Daily Clip 03 - Behind the Scenes | Grand Finals 2018 Read more

Welcome to the 2018 RMCGF hosted at the International Karting Circuit Paladino of Conde in Paraíba, Brazil. This impressive finale of the karting season sees 360 drivers coming from 55 countries during the 19th edition of this famous race. 

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Leonardo Marseglia wins the 4th “South Garda Karting” Trophy
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Leonardo Marseglia wins the 4th “South Garda Karting” Trophy

On the track that will held the FIA Karting KZ2 International Super Cup, the South Garda Karting in Lonato (ITA), Leonardo Marseglia takes home his first win with the shifterkart.

After the huge progress shown in Wackersdorf on occasion of the FIA Karting KZ2 European Championship, the first win was in the air. In Germany, Leonardo started very well the weekend, but then he had a couple of contacts during the heats that ruined his weekend. On the karting track near Brescia, this weekend the plot was the opposite and it culminated with his first win.

Third in qualifying and in prefinal, during the final race, Leonardo builds his success from the very beginning. Immediately after the start Leonardo overtakes Giuseppe Fusco and settles for second behind Marco Zanchi, who can’t hold on to pole for long as Leonardo takes the lead at the Coltello turn under the grandstand for mechanics. Zanchi tries to take the leadership back in the following turn, but the Ostuni-born driver holds the first position and claims the first win of the season with more than 3” on the runner up.

“It is a great satisfaction: after two difficult weekends in Wackersdorf where I couldn’t show my real potential I really needed a win! It sets things right and it confirms me that I’m working on the right direction: because of my career I’m sacrificing myself to keep up with the school and personal relationships, so it’s nice to see the results of my sacrifices. I’d like to thank my family that supports me through and through, my mechanic Antonio who believes in me so strongly and my coach Gianluca Beggio who is helping me to grow technically speaking.”

Leonardo will return to races from June 14th to 16th for the second and last round of the FIA Karting KZ2 European Championship in Sarno, Naples (ITA).

Here are available the results of the event.

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