Mid-season review for the Lenovo Kalì Kart Team
Mid-season review for the Lenovo Kalì Kart Team

Mid-season review for the Lenovo Kalì...

Mid-season review for the Lenovo Kalì Kart Team

Mid-season review for the Lenovo Kalì Kart Team

A significant part of the 2026 season is already behind us, but the most important chapter is still to come. The FIA European Championship, Champions of the Future and the majority of the WSK events...
A resounding victory at Le Mans and a podium finish in the WSK Mini: a triumphant weekend for the...
A resounding victory at Le Mans and a podium finish in the WSK Mini: a triumphant weekend for the...

A resounding victory at Le Mans and a...

A resounding victory at Le Mans and a podium finish in the WSK Mini: a triumphant weekend for the...

A resounding victory at Le Mans and a podium finish in the WSK Mini: a triumphant weekend for the...

Whilst Senna van Walstijn claimed a commanding victory in the KZ class at the Le Mans Karting Grand Prix, ably supported on the podium by Matheus Morgatto and Anthony Abbasse, young Cees Muijs secured...
Kart Republic: Two wins to kick off the WSK Final Cup and impressive performances in the KZ class at...
Kart Republic: Two wins to kick off the WSK Final Cup and impressive performances in the KZ class at...

Kart Republic: Two wins to kick off the...

Kart Republic: Two wins to kick off the WSK Final Cup and impressive performances in the KZ class at...

Kart Republic: Two wins to kick off the WSK Final Cup and impressive performances in the KZ class at...

The KR Motorsport team split into two groups on the last weekend of August, as the opening round of the WSK Final Cup at Franciacorta coincided with the Grand Prix Karting KZ event at Le Mans.
A great International Karting show opened the WSK Final Cup in Franciacorta
A great International Karting show opened the WSK Final Cup in Franciacorta

A great International Karting show...

A great International Karting show opened the WSK Final Cup in Franciacorta

A great International Karting show opened the WSK Final Cup in Franciacorta

The winners of the Finals are: Burns (OKN), Moehring (OKNJ), Miras (MINI U10), El Gahoudi (MINI Gr3), Perico (OKJ), and Krutogolov (OK).
Livestream PreFinals and Finals of the 2026 WSK Final Cup Round 1 at the Franciacorta Karting Track
Livestream PreFinals and Finals of the 2026 WSK Final Cup Round 1 at the Franciacorta Karting Track

Livestream PreFinals and Finals of the...

Livestream PreFinals and Finals of the 2026 WSK Final Cup Round 1 at the Franciacorta Karting Track

Livestream PreFinals and Finals of the 2026 WSK Final Cup Round 1 at the Franciacorta Karting Track

The WSK Final Cup will consist of three events, accompanying teams and drivers through the end of the season. Action gets underway on the weekend of August 30th at the Franciacorta Karting Track,...
Qualifying heats of the WSK Final Cup 2026 name the main candidates for the win in Franciacorta
Qualifying heats of the WSK Final Cup 2026 name the main candidates for the win in Franciacorta

Qualifying heats of the WSK Final Cup...

Qualifying heats of the WSK Final Cup 2026 name the main candidates for the win in Franciacorta

Qualifying heats of the WSK Final Cup 2026 name the main candidates for the win in Franciacorta

The opening round of the WSK Final Cup is all set for the closing act that will take place on Sunday, August 30th, with TV Live Streaming coverage.
The initial protagonists of the WSK Final Cup 2026 in Franciacorta
The initial protagonists of the WSK Final Cup 2026 in Franciacorta

The initial protagonists of the WSK...

The initial protagonists of the WSK Final Cup 2026 in Franciacorta

The initial protagonists of the WSK Final Cup 2026 in Franciacorta

The first round of the WSK Final Cup at the Franciacorta Karting Track features the first thrilling challenges among the 300 drivers in this major international karting event organized by WSK...
Results: Round 1 of the 2026 WSK Final Cup at the Franciacorta Karting Track
Results: Round 1 of the 2026 WSK Final Cup at the Franciacorta Karting Track

Results: Round 1 of the 2026 WSK Final...

Results: Round 1 of the 2026 WSK Final Cup at the Franciacorta Karting Track

Results: Round 1 of the 2026 WSK Final Cup at the Franciacorta Karting Track

The WSK Final Cup will consist of three events accompanying teams and drivers through the end of the season. Action gets underway on the weekend of August 30th at the Franciacorta Karting Track,...
Live timing: Round 1 of the 2026 WSK Final Cup at the Franciacorta Karting Track
Live timing: Round 1 of the 2026 WSK Final Cup at the Franciacorta Karting Track

Live timing: Round 1 of the 2026 WSK...

Live timing: Round 1 of the 2026 WSK Final Cup at the Franciacorta Karting Track

Live timing: Round 1 of the 2026 WSK Final Cup at the Franciacorta Karting Track

The WSK Final Cup will consist of three events accompanying teams and drivers through the end of the season. Action gets underway on the weekend of August 30th at the Franciacorta Karting Track,...
The WSK Final Cup 2026 is about to start in Franciacorta
The WSK Final Cup 2026 is about to start in Franciacorta

The WSK Final Cup 2026 is about to start...

The WSK Final Cup 2026 is about to start in Franciacorta

The WSK Final Cup 2026 is about to start in Franciacorta

The Franciacorta Karting Track is gearing up to host the first round of the WSK Final Cup with 320 entered drivers.
The great International karting is back after the summer break, the WSK Final Cup to kick off from...
The great International karting is back after the summer break, the WSK Final Cup to kick off from...

The great International karting is back...

The great International karting is back after the summer break, the WSK Final Cup to kick off from...

The great International karting is back after the summer break, the WSK Final Cup to kick off from...

Over 300 drivers are expected at the weekend of August 30th at the Franciacorta Karting Track for the first of the three rounds of the WSK Final Cup.
Changes regarding the next WSK Final Cup 2026
Changes regarding the next WSK Final Cup 2026

Changes regarding the next WSK Final Cup...

Changes regarding the next WSK Final Cup 2026

Changes regarding the next WSK Final Cup 2026

The three rounds of the WSK Final Cup will have some changes. KZ2 will take place in two rounds, to be held in Lonato and Viterbo. The round in Lonato has been moved to November 18-22. Entries...
Hedfors and Modena Kart crowned champions in the WSK Euro Series; d’Ascoli takes a podium place
Hedfors and Modena Kart crowned champions in the WSK Euro Series; d’Ascoli takes a podium place

Hedfors and Modena Kart crowned...

Hedfors and Modena Kart crowned champions in the WSK Euro Series; d’Ascoli takes a podium place

Hedfors and Modena Kart crowned champions in the WSK Euro Series; d’Ascoli takes a podium place

Following a double podium finish in the WSK Super Master Series in 2026, the Modena Kart Racing Team has added another line to its already impressive list of achievements by winning the WSK Euro...
Title and hat-trick in KZ2: CPB Sport and Sodi clinch the 2026 WSK Euro Series
Title and hat-trick in KZ2: CPB Sport and Sodi clinch the 2026 WSK Euro Series

Title and hat-trick in KZ2: CPB Sport...

Title and hat-trick in KZ2: CPB Sport and Sodi clinch the 2026 WSK Euro Series

Title and hat-trick in KZ2: CPB Sport and Sodi clinch the 2026 WSK Euro Series

At the Cremona circuit, Max Orlov claimed the Championship ahead of his team-mates Dion Van Werven and Jenson Graham following a masterful Final race. Sodi chassis secured a one-two-three finish in...
The WSK Euro Series crowns the 2026 champions
The WSK Euro Series crowns the 2026 champions

The WSK Euro Series crowns the 2026...

The WSK Euro Series crowns the 2026 champions

The WSK Euro Series crowns the 2026 champions

The 2026 titles went to Orlov (KZ2), Firhand (OK), Babicek (OKJ), Miras (MINI U10 sub-judice), Mair (MINI Gr.3), Hedfors (OK-NJ), and Giudice (OK-N).
Livestream: Round 3 of the 2026 WSK Euro Series at the Cremona Circuit
Livestream: Round 3 of the 2026 WSK Euro Series at the Cremona Circuit

Livestream: Round 3 of the 2026 WSK Euro...

Livestream: Round 3 of the 2026 WSK Euro Series at the Cremona Circuit

Livestream: Round 3 of the 2026 WSK Euro Series at the Cremona Circuit

During the weekend of July 8–11, great international karting by WSK Promotion returns with the third and final round of the WSK Euro Series, which will award the 2026 season category titles at...
The finalists at the Cremona Circuit’s third and closing round of the WSK Euro Series
The finalists at the Cremona Circuit’s third and closing round of the WSK Euro Series

The finalists at the Cremona Circuit’s...

The finalists at the Cremona Circuit’s third and closing round of the WSK Euro Series

The finalists at the Cremona Circuit’s third and closing round of the WSK Euro Series

After the heats held on Thursday and Friday, the top spot is held by Orlov (KZ2), Dergunov (OKJ), Firhand (OK), Miras Y Munoz (MINI U10), Mair (MINI Gr.3), Costea (OK-NJ), Marchesi and Giudice (OK-N).
Results: Round 3 of the 2026 WSK Euro Series at the Cremona Circuit
Results: Round 3 of the 2026 WSK Euro Series at the Cremona Circuit

Results: Round 3 of the 2026 WSK Euro...

Results: Round 3 of the 2026 WSK Euro Series at the Cremona Circuit

Results: Round 3 of the 2026 WSK Euro Series at the Cremona Circuit

During the weekend of July 8–11, great international karting by WSK Promotion returns with the third and final round of the WSK Euro Series, which will award the 2026 season category titles at...
Live timing: Round 3 of the 2026 WSK Euro Series at the Cremona Circuit
Live timing: Round 3 of the 2026 WSK Euro Series at the Cremona Circuit

Live timing: Round 3 of the 2026 WSK...

Live timing: Round 3 of the 2026 WSK Euro Series at the Cremona Circuit

Live timing: Round 3 of the 2026 WSK Euro Series at the Cremona Circuit

During the weekend of July 8–11, great international karting by WSK Promotion returns with the third and final round of the WSK Euro Series, which will award the 2026 season category titles at...
The pole positions of WSK Euro Series at the Cremona Circuit
The pole positions of WSK Euro Series at the Cremona Circuit

The pole positions of WSK Euro Series at...

The pole positions of WSK Euro Series at the Cremona Circuit

The pole positions of WSK Euro Series at the Cremona Circuit

The pole positions of the third round go to Orlov (KZ2), Mazepin (OKJ), Firhand (OK), Burgess (MINI U10), Godschalk (MINI Gr.3), Pezzutto (OK-NJ), and Marchesi (OK-N).

WSK Super Cup in Franciacorta: qualifying practice’s results

WSK Super Cup in Franciacorta: qualifying practice’s results Read more

All the initial protagonists that aim to the WSK titles, to the Italian ACI Karting KZN Championship and ACI Sport National Trophy at the Franciacorta Karting Track put in their first performance.

Results: WSK Super Cup 2024 at the Franciacorta Karting Track

Results: WSK Super Cup 2024 at the Franciacorta Karting Track Read more

The WSK Super Cup event to be held from September 4th to 8th at the Franciacorta Karting Track has been announced as having excellent driver participation. Organized by WSK Promotion, this single-event race is also valid for the Italian ACI Sport KZN Championship and the ACI Sport National Trophy for the MINI, OK-N and OK-NJ categories.

Live timing: WSK Super Cup 2024 at the Franciacorta Karting Track

Live timing: WSK Super Cup 2024 at the Franciacorta Karting Track Read more

The WSK Super Cup event to be held from September 4th to 8th at the Franciacorta Karting Track has been announced as having excellent driver participation. Organized by WSK Promotion, this single-event race is also valid for the Italian ACI Sport KZN Championship and the ACI Sport National Trophy for the MINI, OK-N and OK-NJ categories.

The WSK Super Cup is about to kicked off in Franciacorta

The WSK Super Cup is about to kicked off in Franciacorta Read more

Qualifying practice will kick off the WSK Super Cup on Friday, September 6th. The event will also be valid for the Italian ACI Karting KZN and ACI Sport National Trophy.

About 240 drivers at the WSK Super Cup of Franciacorta on September 8th

About 240 drivers at the WSK Super Cup of Franciacorta on September 8th Read more

The WSK Super Cup event to be held from September 4th to 8th will also be valid for the Italian ACI Sport KZN Championship and ACI Sport National Trophy for categories MINI, OK-N and OK-NJ.

Dean Hoogendoorn joins Williams Racing Driver Academy

Dean Hoogendoorn joins Williams Racing Driver Academy Read more

Williams Racing is thrilled to announce that Dutch karting talent Dean Hoogendoorn will be joining the team’s Driver Academy for 2024 onwards.

Subscriptions to the WSK Super Cup in Franciacorta of September 8th

Subscriptions to the WSK Super Cup in Franciacorta of September 8th Read more

The event at the Franciacorta Karting Track is valid also for the Italian ACI Karting KZN Championship and ACI Karting National Trophy of MINI, OK-N and OK-NJ.

Parolin Motorsport: Drummond 3rd in the OK Championship on the opening round of the WSK Euro Series

Parolin Motorsport: Drummond 3rd in the OK Championship on the opening round of the WSK Euro Series Read more

Between two European Championship events, the WSK Euro Series made its debut on the Franciacorta circuit last weekend. Parolin Motorsport did not miss this opportunity to train its young drivers and to continue its development work.

Kart Republic: Victory on all fronts for the KR chassis

Kart Republic: Victory on all fronts for the KR chassis Read more

June was a particularly busy month for KR Motorsport and its partner teams, with three major international competitions in less than 30 days. Whether in the Champions of the Future Euro Series, the FIA Karting European Championship or WSK Promotion, victory was on the cards in several categories, with various tyre manufacturers. At Franciacorta, on the opening event of the WSK Euro Series, the Italian brand took victory with Swede Scott Lindblom (Fusion Motorsport) in OK and with Team Driver Racing Kart: Daniel Miron Lorente in Mini Group 3 and Antonio Pizzonia in OK-N Junior.

Eyckmans and Busso set the pace in the heat of Franciacorta

Eyckmans and Busso set the pace in the heat of Franciacorta Read more

The 2024 WSK Euro Series got underway on the Franciacorta track with the hottest weekend of the season so far, with temperatures regularly in excess of 30°. The Birel ART Racing Team drivers achieved very positive results in OK. Ean Eyckmans returned to the Final top five, while Ludovico Busso finished 9th.

The winners of the first round of the WSK Euro Series in Franciacorta

The winners of the first round of the WSK Euro Series in Franciacorta Read more

The victory at the Franciacorta Karting Track went to Robertson (MINI U10), Miron Lorente (MINI Gr.3), Pizzonia (OKNJ), Yildirim (OKN), Kamyab (OKJ), and Lindblom (OK). The next round will be in Sarno on September 29th.

Livestream: Round 1 of the 2024 WSK Euro Series at the Franciacorta Karting Track

Livestream: Round 1 of the 2024 WSK Euro Series at the Franciacorta Karting Track Read more

Over 250 drivers are expected at the Franciacorta Karting Track for the opening round of the WSK Euro Series that will take place from June 26th to 30th with categories MINI, OKNJ, OKN, OKJ and OK on the track. 

 

The leaders after the heats of the WSK Euro Series in Franciacorta

The leaders after the heats of the WSK Euro Series in Franciacorta Read more

Qualifying heats defined the main contenders for the final stages on Sunday, June 30th. The TV Live Streaming of the Prefinals will start at 9:30, and that of the Finals at 13:20. 

Green lights on the WSK Euro Series for the spectacle in Franciacorta

Green lights on the WSK Euro Series for the spectacle in Franciacorta Read more

The first qualifying heats named the first candidate to the victory after qualifying practice. The final heats will take place on Saturday, June 29th, while the final stages will be on Sunday, June 30th with prefinals and finals.
 

The pole positions of Franciacorta’s opening round of the WSK Euro Series

The pole positions of Franciacorta’s opening round of the WSK Euro Series Read more

The opener of the WSK Euro Series kicked off with the pole positions going to Molota (OKNJ), Rafalik (OKN), Kamyab (OKJ), Lindblom (OK), Robertson (MINI U10), and Miron (MINI Gr.3). Qualifying heats will follow. Live Streaming coverage of the event stars on Sunday, June 30th at 9:30. 

Results: Round 1 of the 2024 WSK Euro Series at the Franciacorta Karting Track

Results: Round 1 of the 2024 WSK Euro Series at the Franciacorta Karting Track Read more

Over 250 drivers are expected at the Franciacorta Karting Track for the opening round of the WSK Euro Series that will take place from June 26th to 30th with categories MINI, OKNJ, OKN, OKJ and OK on the track. 

Live timing: Round 1 of the 2024 WSK Euro Series at the Franciacorta Karting Track

Live timing: Round 1 of the 2024 WSK Euro Series at the Franciacorta Karting Track Read more

Over 250 drivers are expected at the Franciacorta Karting Track for the opening round of the WSK Euro Series that will take place from June 26th to 30th with categories MINI, OKNJ, OKN, OKJ and OK on the track. 

The WSK Euro Series heads Franciacorta for its first round

The WSK Euro Series heads Franciacorta for its first round Read more

Over 250 drivers are expected at the Franciacorta Karting Track for the opening round of the WSK Euro Series that will take place from June 26th to 30th with categories MINI, OKNJ, OKN, OKJ and OK on the track. The second round will be on September 29th in Sarno. 

The WSK Euro Series in Sarno is back to the original date of September 29th. OK-N to be present in Franciacorta too.

The WSK Euro Series in Sarno is back to the original date of September 29th. OK-N to be present in Franciacorta too. Read more

Due to some scheduling issues, the second round in Sarno is moved back to the date of September 29th with the MINI, OKNJ, OKN, OKJ and OK categories on track.

The WSK Euro Series round of Sarno has been anticipated to July 14th

The WSK Euro Series round of Sarno has been anticipated to July 14th Read more

The round of Sarno has been anticipated from September 29th  to July 14th with categories MINI, OKNJ, OKN, OKJ, OK and KZ2 on track. The opening round in Franciacorta has been confirmed for June 30th. Entries accepted from May 31st.  

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Gabriel Bortoleto: "Karting is a mandatory step to become a professional racing driver, it is the most important school"
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Gabriel Bortoleto: "Karting is a mandatory step to become a professional racing driver, it is the most important school"

The Brazilian Gabriel Bortoleto has grown in karting with CRG: he has been part of the Team Gamoto in 60 Mini, then moved to the CRG Factory team of OK Junior in 2017. 

This is the profile of one of the most interesting karting drivers to whom we ask a balance of his season: “I am really happy about the work done with the team and the results obtained this year. We run several races and tests, I grew a lot as a driver and learned a lot. Regarding results, I got a lot of podiums and two prestigious results: the 3rd place at the World Championship and at the OKJ European Championship. We have been very competitive for the whole season and for this I have to thank all the staff of CRG and TM, that provided us with a great engine support.”

Tell us about your relationship with CRG that started with 60 Mini.
“My relationship with CRG and Giancarlo Tinini is special. When I came to Europe to compete in karts continuing the experience started in Brazil, my family and I chose CRG because it is one of the most advanced and better organized companies. In 60 Mini I have been part of Team Gamoto that has a direct connection with CRG’s Factory and then in 2017 I switched to the CRG Racing Team in OK-Junior. Last year we scored some positive results, like the podium of the European Championship in Sarno, but the experience and feeling built allowed us to be constantly competitive this year. One of the most important aspects that this karting experience has to give me, thinking about my future career, is to learn as much as possible in terms of technical aspects and driving. The training aspect at CRG is very important as we test a lot of solutions, have data analysis tools and top class staff. It is not by chance that drivers like Verstappen grew up at CRG”.

What are your goals for 2019?
“I already made my debut in the closing two WSK 2018 races of OK to prepare season 2019: the feeling has been great as the speed. I am excited about this new challenge and we will work throughout the winter to be ready for the new season.”

What advice would you give to a young driver getting close to International Karting?
“You need to be ready to make a lot of sacrifice, therefore motivation and commitment are crucial. I came to Italy, I changed school and I cannot do a lot of things that 13 years old do. Competition is very high and you need full focus. The International season is very challenging and pressure in a factory team is constant. This is a fantastic sport that make you to bring out all your resources and grow up a lot. Karting is a mandatory step to become a professional racing driver, it is the most important school.”

Gabriel Bortoleto has been one of the main protagonists of 2018 OKJ season coming third at the European CIK-FIA Championship and at the World Championship.

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