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

Intense heat and high stakes in Genk: ...

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

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

Title pressure builds in Genk as the...

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

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

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

Memorable Sunday at Genk as Round 3...

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

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...
Livestream: 2025 RMC Euro Trophy Round 3 at the Home of Champions – Karting Genk
Livestream: 2025 RMC Euro Trophy Round 3 at the Home of Champions – Karting Genk

Livestream: 2025 RMC Euro Trophy Round 3...

Livestream: 2025 RMC Euro Trophy Round 3 at the Home of Champions – Karting Genk

Livestream: 2025 RMC Euro Trophy Round 3 at the Home of Champions – Karting Genk

The 2025 Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy moves into its third and penultimate round with a stop at one of its most iconic venues: Karting Genk – The Home of Champions. A staple in the RMCET...
Spencer, Ashcroft, Butcher, Bol and Picot lead the way after Heats in Genk
Spencer, Ashcroft, Butcher, Bol and Picot lead the way after Heats in Genk

Spencer, Ashcroft, Butcher, Bol and...

Spencer, Ashcroft, Butcher, Bol and Picot lead the way after Heats in Genk

Spencer, Ashcroft, Butcher, Bol and Picot lead the way after Heats in Genk

A full day of racing unfolded at Karting Genk – The Home of Champions, host of the third round of the 2025 Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy.
Results: 2025 RMC Euro Trophy Round 3 at the Home of Champions – Karting Genk
Results: 2025 RMC Euro Trophy Round 3 at the Home of Champions – Karting Genk

Results: 2025 RMC Euro Trophy Round 3 at...

Results: 2025 RMC Euro Trophy Round 3 at the Home of Champions – Karting Genk

Results: 2025 RMC Euro Trophy Round 3 at the Home of Champions – Karting Genk

The 2025 Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy moves into its third and penultimate round with a stop at one of its most iconic venues: Karting Genk – The Home of Champions. A staple in the RMCET...
Qualifying and first heats complete as Round 3 begins under clear skies at Genk
Qualifying and first heats complete as Round 3 begins under clear skies at Genk

Qualifying and first heats complete as...

Qualifying and first heats complete as Round 3 begins under clear skies at Genk

Qualifying and first heats complete as Round 3 begins under clear skies at Genk

The third round of the 2025 Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy is underway at the legendary Karting Genk – The Home of Champions, where the action resumed today under mild conditions after a rainy...
Live timing: 2025 RMC Euro Trophy Round 3 at the Home of Champions – Karting Genk
Live timing: 2025 RMC Euro Trophy Round 3 at the Home of Champions – Karting Genk

Live timing: 2025 RMC Euro Trophy Round...

Live timing: 2025 RMC Euro Trophy Round 3 at the Home of Champions – Karting Genk

Live timing: 2025 RMC Euro Trophy Round 3 at the Home of Champions – Karting Genk

The 2025 Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy moves into its third and penultimate round with a stop at one of its most iconic venues: Karting Genk – The Home of Champions. A staple in the RMCET...
202 Drivers set for round 3 of the RMCET at Genk
202 Drivers set for round 3 of the RMCET at Genk

202 Drivers set for round 3 of the RMCET...

202 Drivers set for round 3 of the RMCET at Genk

202 Drivers set for round 3 of the RMCET at Genk

The 2025 Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy enters its penultimate chapter this week at one of the most iconic tracks on the calendar: Karting Genk – The Home of Champions. This legendary Belgian...
Genk prepares to host Round 3 of the 2025 Rotax Max Challenge Euro Trophy
Genk prepares to host Round 3 of the 2025 Rotax Max Challenge Euro Trophy

Genk prepares to host Round 3 of the...

Genk prepares to host Round 3 of the 2025 Rotax Max Challenge Euro Trophy

Genk prepares to host Round 3 of the 2025 Rotax Max Challenge Euro Trophy

The 2025 Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy moves into its third and penultimate round with a stop at one of its most iconic venues: Karting Genk – The Home of Champions.
RMC Euro Trophy Championship outlook after Trinec
RMC Euro Trophy Championship outlook after Trinec

RMC Euro Trophy Championship outlook...

RMC Euro Trophy Championship outlook after Trinec

RMC Euro Trophy Championship outlook after Trinec

Round 2 of the 2025 Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy delivered another thrilling chapter, this time at the Steel Ring in Trinec. While Wackersdorf tested experience and consistency, the Czech circuit...
An exciting finals day crowns Trinec’s first-ever RMCET Winners
An exciting finals day crowns Trinec’s first-ever RMCET Winners

An exciting finals day crowns Trinec’s...

An exciting finals day crowns Trinec’s first-ever RMCET Winners

An exciting finals day crowns Trinec’s first-ever RMCET Winners

A Historic Day at the Steel Ring – Round 2 of the Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy ends with thrilling battles and standout performances in front of a passionate crowd.
Livestream: 2025 RMC Euro Trophy Round 2 at the Steel Ring in Trinec
Livestream: 2025 RMC Euro Trophy Round 2 at the Steel Ring in Trinec

Livestream: 2025 RMC Euro Trophy Round 2...

Livestream: 2025 RMC Euro Trophy Round 2 at the Steel Ring in Trinec

Livestream: 2025 RMC Euro Trophy Round 2 at the Steel Ring in Trinec

The Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy is gearing up for its second round of the 2025 season, heading to uncharted territory as the Steel Ring in Trinec, Czech Republic, makes its debut on the RMC Euro...
Smith, Ashcroft, Bishop, Zsebo and De Ruwe lead after heats in Trinec
Smith, Ashcroft, Bishop, Zsebo and De Ruwe lead after heats in Trinec

Smith, Ashcroft, Bishop, Zsebo and De...

Smith, Ashcroft, Bishop, Zsebo and De Ruwe lead after heats in Trinec

Smith, Ashcroft, Bishop, Zsebo and De Ruwe lead after heats in Trinec

Saturday’s action at the Steel Ring in Trinec delivered an intense day of racing for Round 2 of the 2025 Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy. After a dry and consistent start in the morning, rain...
Hot conditions and close racing as round 2 kicks off at the Steel Ring
Hot conditions and close racing as round 2 kicks off at the Steel Ring

Hot conditions and close racing as round...

Hot conditions and close racing as round 2 kicks off at the Steel Ring

Hot conditions and close racing as round 2 kicks off at the Steel Ring

The second round of the 2025 Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy got underway under sunny skies at the Steel Ring in Trinec, Czech Republic — a new addition to the RMCET calendar. The technical...
Registration opens for Genk round of the 2025 RMC Euro Trophy
Registration opens for Genk round of the 2025 RMC Euro Trophy

Registration opens for Genk round of the...

Registration opens for Genk round of the 2025 RMC Euro Trophy

Registration opens for Genk round of the 2025 RMC Euro Trophy

Entries are now open for the third event of the 2025 Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy.
Results: 2025 RMC Euro Trophy Round 2 at the Steel Ring in Trinec
Results: 2025 RMC Euro Trophy Round 2 at the Steel Ring in Trinec

Results: 2025 RMC Euro Trophy Round 2 at...

Results: 2025 RMC Euro Trophy Round 2 at the Steel Ring in Trinec

Results: 2025 RMC Euro Trophy Round 2 at the Steel Ring in Trinec

The Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy is gearing up for its second round of the 2025 season, heading to uncharted territory as the Steel Ring in Trinec, Czech Republic, makes its debut on the RMC Euro...
Live timing: 2025 RMC Euro Trophy Round 2 at the Steel Ring in Trinec
Live timing: 2025 RMC Euro Trophy Round 2 at the Steel Ring in Trinec

Live timing: 2025 RMC Euro Trophy Round...

Live timing: 2025 RMC Euro Trophy Round 2 at the Steel Ring in Trinec

Live timing: 2025 RMC Euro Trophy Round 2 at the Steel Ring in Trinec

The Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy is gearing up for its second round of the 2025 season, heading to uncharted territory as the Steel Ring in Trinec, Czech Republic, makes its debut on the RMC Euro...
New circuit, new challenges 200 drivers heads to Trinec for round 2
New circuit, new challenges 200 drivers heads to Trinec for round 2

New circuit, new challenges 200 drivers...

New circuit, new challenges 200 drivers heads to Trinec for round 2

New circuit, new challenges 200 drivers heads to Trinec for round 2

The Rotax MAX Challenge Euro Trophy is gearing up for its second round of the 2025 season, heading to uncharted territory as the Steel Ring in Trinec, Czech Republic, makes its debut on the RMC Euro...
First Rotax Racing Club launching in California
First Rotax Racing Club launching in California

First Rotax Racing Club launching in...

First Rotax Racing Club launching in California

First Rotax Racing Club launching in California

BRP-Rotax is proud to announce the launch of the first official Rotax Racing Club, set to debut in the United States in partnership with Formula KFX. The new “Arrive & Drive”...

RMC Grand Finals 2025 the ultimate showdown returns to Bahrain

RMC Grand Finals 2025 the ultimate showdown returns to Bahrain Read more

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Sunday live streaming coverage: 2025 Rotax Max BNL Karting Series - Round 1 at Karting Genk

Live-timing 2025 Rotax Max BNL Karting Series - Round 1 at Karting Genk

Live-timing 2025 Rotax Max BNL Karting Series - Round 1 at Karting Genk Read more

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2025 Rotax National Cup heads to Albury Wodonga

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RMC Winter Series: Championship standings update

RMC Winter Series: Championship standings update Read more

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RMC Winter Series: Spencer, Sejersen, Bishop, Bezel and Picot win in Cremona

RMC Winter Series: Spencer, Sejersen, Bishop, Bezel and Picot win in Cremona Read more

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Livestream: Round 1 of the 2025 Rotax MAX Challenge Winter Series at the Cremona Circuit

Livestream: Round 1 of the 2025 Rotax MAX Challenge Winter Series at the Cremona Circuit Read more

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RMC Winter Series: Sun and exciting battles in Cremona

RMC Winter Series: Sun and exciting battles in Cremona Read more

A sunny day set the stage for the race heats of Round 1 of the Rotax MAX Challenge Winter Series at Cremona Circuit.

Relentless rain at Cremona Circuit as first heats conclude

Relentless rain at Cremona Circuit as first heats conclude Read more

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First polemen of the year in a rainy Cremona

First polemen of the year in a rainy Cremona Read more

The 2025 season is officially underway, and a rainy Friday has crowned the first polemen of the year.

Results: Round 1 of the 2025 Rotax MAX Challenge Winter Series at the Cremona Circuit

Results: Round 1 of the 2025 Rotax MAX Challenge Winter Series at the Cremona Circuit Read more

The stage is set at the Cremona Circuit for the highly anticipated first round of the Rotax MAX Challenge Winter Series. Approximately 200 drivers will battle it out on the Lombardy-based track, competing across categories including Mini MAX, Junior MAX, Senior MAX, DD2, and DD2 Masters. The Senior MAX remains the most competitive and populated category with 86 registered drivers, followed by 44 in Junior MAX, 34 in Mini MAX, and 30 across DD2 and DD2 Masters.

Cremona, it's time! The Winter Series round 1 is about to start

Cremona, it's time! The Winter Series round 1 is about to start Read more

173 Drivers Set for the Rotax MAX Challenge Winter Series Opener.

Live timing: Round 1 of the 2025 Rotax MAX Challenge Winter Series at the Cremona Circuit

Live timing: Round 1 of the 2025 Rotax MAX Challenge Winter Series at the Cremona Circuit Read more

The stage is set at the Cremona Circuit for the highly anticipated first round of the Rotax MAX Challenge Winter Series. Approximately 200 drivers will battle it out on the Lombardy-based track, competing across categories including Mini MAX, Junior MAX, Senior MAX, DD2, and DD2 Masters. The Senior MAX remains the most competitive and populated category with 86 registered drivers, followed by 44 in Junior MAX, 34 in Mini MAX, and 30 across DD2 and DD2 Masters.

Over 150 entries confirmed for the RMC Winter Series opening round

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Registrations open for the first round of the RMC Winter Series

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Promises fulfilled for LeCont at the World Championship
Bas Kaligis
/ Categories: CIKFIA, Technical

Promises fulfilled for LeCont at the World Championship

Thanks to perfect organisation, the major world karting event in Genk in Belgium kept all its sporting promises, spectacular and popular, with several thousand spectators at this remarkable event. But there are no big meetings without strong stakeholders. Among them, the manufacturer LeCont made its contribution to the event. The drivers of the FIA ​​Karting World Championship - KZ, the KZ2 International Super Cup and the Academy Trophy benefited from high-performance tyres, whose wear has remained consistent and predictable, as well as full sporting fairness. After a European Championship completed in excellent circumstances, LeCont confirmed its place among the most famous suppliers of the discipline during this world event.

 

A positive 2018 balance sheet

Since the manufacturer LeCont learned that it was to be the partner for FIA ​​Karting for its events in the categories KZ, KZ2 and Academy, it has continued to intensify its work to bring drivers and teams products of the highest quality. Several months later, the balance sheet is extremely positive for the Italian tyre brand. The success of the recent World Championship in Belgium was another proof, as explained by Paolo Bombara, Marketing Manager at LeCont...

"First of all, I would like to congratulate the entire organisation team at the Genk circuit for the very high standard of event they have given to all of karting, and motorsport enthusiasts in general, in partnership with the CIK-FIA and the promoter RGMMC. The intensity of the show must be emphasised. I was very pleased to see very small gaps between the drivers throughout the event. Despite the very high number of KZ2 heats, no less than six per driver, tyre degradation was limited. No driver found abnormal wear despite a large field: more than 100 entered at the start!"


"However, we experienced rain during the week, which had the effect of cleaning the track and the rubber that was deposited during the initial testing. It is probably also for this reason that some drivers noticed a slight lack of grip during the race, as well as increasing times. Not to mention that the exhaust pipes, facing down as required by the regulations, tend to emit oil and fuel on the line, increasing sliding. In any case, the most important thing for LeCont was to provide a tyre with a good level of performance and above all the same for everyone, for complete fairness. From one set to another, whether testing or race tyres, the differences were insignificant. The contract has been fulfilled."

Regarding the LeCont "Option" tyres supplied to the Academy Trophy, they have been praised by the drivers throughout the season. The races were intense and exciting, with countless passes. The 50 participants entered during the 2018 season have truly competed on a level playing field, in terms of both equipment and tyres. Despite the characteristics that allow them to withstand a distance of 150 km as required by the regulations, these tyres remain effective, with the successful pole position of less than 56 seconds at Genk.

A greater difference between KZ and KZ2?

At the KZ World Championship, in the top 15 of the Final, 10 of them achieved their fastest lap in 52”7. The other five finished with 52"5, 52"6, 52"8 and 52"9. While many have enjoyed these very close times between the main leaders of the pack, some would like faster tyres in the top category of karting. "During the homologation, the tyres are designed to cover a distance of 150 km and LeCont is very keen to respect this regulation from the CIK-FIA," continues Paolo Bombara. "But I agree that the difference in performance between the F1 of karting and the F2 of karting with gearboxes should be bigger. Why not keep this "Prime" CIK-FIA homologated tyre in KZ2 and offer a stickier rubber that is not homologated in KZ? As a manufacturer we want to provide for KZ a tyre capable of creating a real difference between the two categories. In a KZ race, a tyre never covers a distance of more than 100 km. On the one hand, the drivers would have more enjoyment and this could attract new participants to increase the entry in KZ which needs it. On the other hand, the show would improve, with a greater number of passes.

The management of the tyres in question

Finally, among the topics mentioned in the paddocks, tyre management is frequently commented on. Today, the drivers have two sets with open management during the meeting. Some therefore take the opportunity to use their second set in the last heat, or even in the penultimate, unlike the best placed drivers who, to use the second set in the Final, keep their first set until the end of the Qualifying Heats. With the phenomenon of normal tyre wear on "Prime" sets, drivers do not start on an equal footing. Using two sets for the heats, or possibly one and a half sets, then a new set for the 34 finalists could be an answer to this problem. "We trust CIK-FIA decision-makers to find the best solutions," says Bombara.

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