Energy triumphs in the WSK in OK with Krutogolov
Energy triumphs in the WSK in OK with Krutogolov

Energy triumphs in the WSK in OK with...

Energy triumphs in the WSK in OK with Krutogolov

Energy triumphs in the WSK in OK with Krutogolov

The Energy Corse team has once again confirmed its place amongst the international elite of karting. Lev Krutogolov is the new WSK Super Master Series champion in OK, one of the most competitive and...
One-two finishes, podium places and a title for Kart Republic at Franciacorta
One-two finishes, podium places and a title for Kart Republic at Franciacorta

One-two finishes, podium places and a...

One-two finishes, podium places and a title for Kart Republic at Franciacorta

One-two finishes, podium places and a title for Kart Republic at Franciacorta

The WSK Super Master Series came to a close at Franciacorta following five rounds held between late January and late March. At every event, the Kart Republic colours were on the top step of the...
Sodikart wins KZ2 title and sweeps the podium at the 2026 WSK Super Master Series Championship
Sodikart wins KZ2 title and sweeps the podium at the 2026 WSK Super Master Series Championship

Sodikart wins KZ2 title and sweeps the...

Sodikart wins KZ2 title and sweeps the podium at the 2026 WSK Super Master Series Championship

Sodikart wins KZ2 title and sweeps the podium at the 2026 WSK Super Master Series Championship

Modena Kart: Victory at Franciacorta and double series podium in the WSK
Modena Kart: Victory at Franciacorta and double series podium in the WSK

Modena Kart: Victory at Franciacorta and...

Modena Kart: Victory at Franciacorta and double series podium in the WSK

Modena Kart: Victory at Franciacorta and double series podium in the WSK

Luigi d’Ascoli capped off a thoroughly successful WSK Super Master Series for Modena Kart Racing Team with a victory. At Franciacorta, the young Italian secured the runners-up title in the OK-N...
The 2026 Champions of the WSK Super Master Series
The 2026 Champions of the WSK Super Master Series

The 2026 Champions of the WSK Super...

The 2026 Champions of the WSK Super Master Series

The 2026 Champions of the WSK Super Master Series

In the closing race at Franciacorta, the titles went to Orlov (KZ2), Krutogolov (OK), Pizzonia (OKJ), Burgess (MINI U10), Pace (MINI Gr.3), Perico (OK-NJ).  
Livestream: Final Round of the 2026 WSK Super Master Series at the Franciacorta Karting Track
Livestream: Final Round of the 2026 WSK Super Master Series at the Franciacorta Karting Track

Livestream: Final Round of the 2026 WSK...

Livestream: Final Round of the 2026 WSK Super Master Series at the Franciacorta Karting Track

Livestream: Final Round of the 2026 WSK Super Master Series at the Franciacorta Karting Track

The fifth and final round of the WSK Super Master Series confirms the massive success of the championship organized by WSK Promotion. Once again, it presents an extraordinary international event with...
WSK Super Master Series in Franciacorta: a great and spectacular karting event
WSK Super Master Series in Franciacorta: a great and spectacular karting event

WSK Super Master Series in Franciacorta:...

WSK Super Master Series in Franciacorta: a great and spectacular karting event

WSK Super Master Series in Franciacorta: a great and spectacular karting event

The fifth and closing round of the WSK Super Master Series promises spectacle at the Franciacorta Karting Track. The final stages will be broadcast through the Live Streaming on Sunday, March 22nd.
The first heats of the WSK Super Master Series had some surprises
The first heats of the WSK Super Master Series had some surprises

The first heats of the WSK Super Master...

The first heats of the WSK Super Master Series had some surprises

The first heats of the WSK Super Master Series had some surprises

The initial heats have taken place at the Franciacorta Karting Track and will continue on Saturday. The final stages with Live Streaming coverage will be on Sunday, March 22nd.
Qualifying practice of the WSK Super Master Series 2026 in Franciacorta
Qualifying practice of the WSK Super Master Series 2026 in Franciacorta

Qualifying practice of the WSK Super...

Qualifying practice of the WSK Super Master Series 2026 in Franciacorta

Qualifying practice of the WSK Super Master Series 2026 in Franciacorta

The pole positions in the fifth and closing round went to Orlov (KZ2), Hoogendoorn (OK), Di Pietrantonio (OKJ), Hedfors (OK-NJ), Warakitsupachok (MINI Gr.3), and Simone (MINI U10). The initial...
Results: Final Round of the 2026 WSK Super Master Series at the Franciacorta Karting Track
Results: Final Round of the 2026 WSK Super Master Series at the Franciacorta Karting Track

Results: Final Round of the 2026 WSK...

Results: Final Round of the 2026 WSK Super Master Series at the Franciacorta Karting Track

Results: Final Round of the 2026 WSK Super Master Series at the Franciacorta Karting Track

The fifth and final round of the WSK Super Master Series confirms the massive success of the championship organized by WSK Promotion. Once again, it presents an extraordinary international event with...
Live timing: Final Round of the 2026 WSK Super Master Series at the Franciacorta Karting Track
Live timing: Final Round of the 2026 WSK Super Master Series at the Franciacorta Karting Track

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

Live timing: Final Round of the 2026 WSK Super Master Series at the Franciacorta Karting Track

Live timing: Final Round of the 2026 WSK Super Master Series at the Franciacorta Karting Track

The fifth and final round of the WSK Super Master Series confirms the massive success of the championship organized by WSK Promotion. Once again, it presents an extraordinary international event with...
The grand finale of the WSK Super Master Series 2026 at Franciacorta
The grand finale of the WSK Super Master Series 2026 at Franciacorta

The grand finale of the WSK Super Master...

The grand finale of the WSK Super Master Series 2026 at Franciacorta

The grand finale of the WSK Super Master Series 2026 at Franciacorta

With over 400 entered drivers, the very crowded paddock of Franciacorta is ready to celebrate the champions of the WSK Super Master Series in the MINI, OK-NJ, OKJ, OK and KZ2 categories.
Over 400 drivers are expected in Franciacorta for the end of the WSK Super Master Series
Over 400 drivers are expected in Franciacorta for the end of the WSK Super Master Series

Over 400 drivers are expected in...

Over 400 drivers are expected in Franciacorta for the end of the WSK Super Master Series

Over 400 drivers are expected in Franciacorta for the end of the WSK Super Master Series

The fifth and final round confirms the great success of the championship by WSK Promotion at the Franciacorta Karting Track.
Three victories for the Parolin chassis at Lonato
Three victories for the Parolin chassis at Lonato

Three victories for the Parolin chassis...

Three victories for the Parolin chassis at Lonato

Three victories for the Parolin chassis at Lonato

Parolin Motorsport completed another highly competitive weekend in Round 4 of the WSK Super Master Series at Lonato, with dry weather throughout and sunny conditions reaching 19°C on Finals day....
Tony Kart collects a pole and a podium in Lonato del Garda
Tony Kart collects a pole and a podium in Lonato del Garda

Tony Kart collects a pole and a podium...

Tony Kart collects a pole and a podium in Lonato del Garda

Tony Kart collects a pole and a podium in Lonato del Garda

On the occasion of the fourth round of the WSK Super Master Series, Tony Kart Rookie secures the pole position in the MINI Gr.3 U10 class with official driver Blake Hsueh, who finishes third in the...
Already a WSK title for Kart Republic, well placed in all categories
Already a WSK title for Kart Republic, well placed in all categories

Already a WSK title for Kart Republic,...

Already a WSK title for Kart Republic, well placed in all categories

Already a WSK title for Kart Republic, well placed in all categories

As the overall result shows, KR chassis performed well in all categories at Lonato, from Mini to KZ. Seven podiums, including two victories, added to the Italian brand's list of achievements in...
Five races, five victories: Sodikart already crowned champion in KZ2
Five races, five victories: Sodikart already crowned champion in KZ2

Five races, five victories: Sodikart...

Five races, five victories: Sodikart already crowned champion in KZ2

Five races, five victories: Sodikart already crowned champion in KZ2

Three weeks earlier in Viterbo, Sodikart and CPB Sport had made a big impact: a one-two finish in the KZ2 Final, with four drivers in the top four places in the provisional championship standings. In...
Lonato launches the protagonists of the final sprint of the WSK Super Master Series
Lonato launches the protagonists of the final sprint of the WSK Super Master Series

Lonato launches the protagonists of the...

Lonato launches the protagonists of the final sprint of the WSK Super Master Series

Lonato launches the protagonists of the final sprint of the WSK Super Master Series

The victories in the penultimate round went to Orlov (KZ2), Manach (OK), Miron (OKJ), Burgess (MINI U10), Frigerio (MINI Gr.3), and Perico (OK-NJ).
Qualifying heats named the finalists of the fourth round of the WSK Super Master Series in Lonato
Qualifying heats named the finalists of the fourth round of the WSK Super Master Series in Lonato

Qualifying heats named the finalists of...

Qualifying heats named the finalists of the fourth round of the WSK Super Master Series in Lonato

Qualifying heats named the finalists of the fourth round of the WSK Super Master Series in Lonato

After a total of 44 qualifying heats, Van Walstijn (KZ2), Calleja (OK), Miron Lorente (OKJ), Perico (OK-NJ), El Gahoudi (MINI Gr.3), and Wolff (MINI U10) are on top.
The initial heats of the WSK Super Master Series
The initial heats of the WSK Super Master Series

The initial heats of the WSK Super...

The initial heats of the WSK Super Master Series

The initial heats of the WSK Super Master Series

The initial heats have been run in Lonato. The program will continue on Saturday with the remaining qualifying heats, Prefinals and Finals will follow on Sunday, March 8th.

WSK's most prestigious title goes to Romania thanks to Bogdan Cosma Cristofor

WSK's most prestigious title goes to Romania thanks to Bogdan Cosma Cristofor Read more

On Saturday 2nd March, Bogdan Cosma Cristofor became the new WSK Super Master Series Champion in OK-N Junior. The young Romanian hopeful has once again achieved the objective he set himself. After three consecutive podium finishes, including two victories, in the first three rounds of the prestigious WSK Promotion series, the Forza Racing driver arrived in Sarno for the final round with a good lead, and he managed to clinch the title without a hitch.

New KZ2 overall classification of the WSK Super Master Series

New KZ2 overall classification of the WSK Super Master Series Read more

Behind the champion Bertuca, some positions changed due to an error in the system that did not count the result of Sarno’s Prefinal-B: the second place goes to Kajak, the third to Leuillet, the fourth to Vasile and fifth to Orlov.

Birel ART concludes WSK Super Master with a win and two titles

Birel ART concludes WSK Super Master with a win and two titles Read more

Birel ART Racing's excellent start to the season came to fruition in Sarno with very positive results in the WSK Super Master Series. Despite wet and changeable weather conditions for the Final stages, Ean Eyckmans took a convincing victory in OK that confirmed him as the series' 2024 champion, while Cristian Bertuca brilliantly secured the KZ2 title.

All the champions of the WSK Super Master Series!

All the champions of the WSK Super Master Series! Read more

The 2024 titles went to Schaufler (OKJ), Eyckmans (OK), Cosma Cristofor (OKNJ), Perico (MINI U10), Calleja (MINI Gr.3) and Bertuca (KZ2). 

Big uncertainty in the Finals on Saturday at the WSK Super Master Series in Sarno!

Big uncertainty in the Finals on Saturday at the WSK Super Master Series in Sarno! Read more

With still 140 points up for grabs in the final stages, all can still happen in all the categories.

The initial heats of the WSK Super Master Series in Sarno

The initial heats of the WSK Super Master Series in Sarno Read more

After the morning qualifying sessions, the first day of competition at the International Circuit Napoli in Sarno continued with the first series of heats in the categories MINI Gr.3, MINI U10, OKJ, OK, OKNJ, and KZ2. The heats will conclude on Friday to determine the finalists who will compete for the category titles on Saturday, with live TV and live streaming coverage.

The WSK Super Master Series titles to be decided in Sarno

The WSK Super Master Series titles to be decided in Sarno Read more

Qualifying practice highlighted the initial protagonists of MINI Gr.3, MINI U10, OKJ, OK, OKNJ and KZ2. The grand finale is on Saturday, March 2nd.  

Live timing: Round 4 of the '2024 WSK Super Master Series' at the International Circuit Napoli in Sarno

Live timing: Round 4 of the '2024 WSK Super Master Series' at the International Circuit Napoli in Sarno Read more

The fourth and final round of the WSK Super Master Series is going to take place at the International Circuit Napoli in Sarno, from February 27th to March 2nd. The event is promising a spectacular conclusion to the 2024 championship. So far, the competition has been intense in the MINI Gr.3, MINI U10, OKJ, OK, OKNJ, and KZ2 categories. 

Results: Round 4 of the '2024 WSK Super Master Series' at the International Circuit Napoli in Sarno

Results: Round 4 of the '2024 WSK Super Master Series' at the International Circuit Napoli in Sarno Read more

The fourth and final round of the WSK Super Master Series is going to take place at the International Circuit Napoli in Sarno, from February 27th to March 2nd. The event is promising a spectacular conclusion to the 2024 championship. So far, the competition has been intense in the MINI Gr.3, MINI U10, OKJ, OK, OKNJ, and KZ2 categories.

The closer of the WSK Super Master Series in Sarno

The closer of the WSK Super Master Series in Sarno Read more

The Finals will award the 2024 titles of MINI Gr.3, MINI U10, OKJ, OK, OKNJ and KZ2 on Saturday, March 2nd.

WSK Calendar change and new categories

WSK Calendar change and new categories Read more

The first round of the WSK Open Series, initially scheduled for March 24th at Franciacorta, has been moved to April 7th. KZ2 Masters is added to the categories of the WSK Open Series.

Parolin Motorsport Srl: Costoya triumphs in OK-Junior at Franciacorta

Parolin Motorsport Srl: Costoya triumphs in OK-Junior at Franciacorta Read more

More incisive than ever, Christian Costoya won his first OK-Junior race at Franciacorta, where he finished 2nd in last year's World Championship. In the third round of the WSK Super Master Series, the young Spaniard was able to rely on the competitiveness of his Parolin / TM and the efficiency of the Parolin Motorsport team to experience the joy of the top step of an international podium. Sensational comebacks and other remarkable performances, such as Paolo De Conto's return to racing, added to the overall performance of the Parolin chassis at the start of the season.

Victory and podiums for Tony Kart in Franciacorta

Victory and podiums for Tony Kart in Franciacorta Read more

In the third round of the WSK Super Master Series, there were excellent performances in all categories for the Racing Team. The Racer 401 RR hit the success in the category KZ2 with Tom Leuillet. In the MINI categories, the Rookie chassis had two podiums thanks to Leonardo Gorski and Achille Rea. Sebastiano Pavan, in OK, was involved in an accident that compromised his race while he was fighting for victory.

Energy Corse confirms its competitiveness with another success at Franciacorta

Energy Corse confirms its competitiveness with another success at Franciacorta Read more

A particularly well-represented brand in WSK Promotion events, Energy Corse is also a benchmark karting team with a string of successes year after year and race after race. A brilliant winner of the Mini 60 U10 Final at Franciacorta, Italian Niccolo Perico is the new leader of the WSK Super Master Series.

Positive result for the CRG Team after the first races of the season

Positive result for the CRG Team after the first races of the season Read more

With the first three rounds of the WSK Super Master Series held in Lonato, Cremona, and Franciacorta officially closed, it is time for CRG to take stock of this season's start. The 2024 chassis gave the feedback we expected and the inclusion of new drivers was also positive.

Bogdan Cosma Cristofor wins Franciacorta duel in style

Bogdan Cosma Cristofor wins Franciacorta duel in style Read more

A tireless competitor and leader in the WSK series, Bogdan Cosma Cristofor took another victory in the OK-N Junior category, which is further proof of his determination and unceasing desire to win. In 2024, the talented young Romanian is now on a run of four podiums in four races, including two victories. Having arrived in Franciacorta in the lead of the WSK Super Master Series, the driver from the Forza Racing team took advantage of the opportunity to extend his lead, before tackling the finale at Sarno at the beginning of March.

Spectacle on track and great duels at the WSK Super Master Series in Franciacorta

Spectacle on track and great duels at the WSK Super Master Series in Franciacorta Read more

The Finals have been won by Miron Lorente (MINI Gr.3), Perico (MINI U10), Costoya (OKJ), Leuillet (KZ2), Matveev (OK) and Cosma Cristofor (OKNJ).

Livestream: Round 3 of the '2024 WSK Super Master Series' at the Franciacorta Karting Track

Livestream: Round 3 of the '2024 WSK Super Master Series' at the Franciacorta Karting Track Read more

Franciacorta Karting Track is ready for the start of the WSK Super Master Series, the third and penultimate round of the championship that features a significantly high number of participants, with 400 drivers coming from over 50 nations across the MINI, OKNJ, OKJ, OK, and KZ2 categories. The championship standings are still tight and far from decided.

The leaders in the heats of the WSK Super Master Series in Franciacorta

The leaders in the heats of the WSK Super Master Series in Franciacorta Read more

Top performances in the heats were put in by Robertson (MINI U10), Miron (MINI Gr.), Viapiana (OKNJ), Pavan (OK), Costoya (OKJ) and Leuillet (KZ2). The Final stages on Sunday will enjoy TV Live Streaming coverage from 9:20.

The first winners of the heats of the WSK Super Master Series in Franciacorta

The first winners of the heats of the WSK Super Master Series in Franciacorta Read more

The first qualifying heats have been run at the Franciacorta Karting Track. Heats will continue on Saturday to define the finalists for Sunday, February 18th.

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

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

Pope led the way for the 12 Australian representatives at the event that saw 360 drivers from in excess of 60 countries in attendance.

The New South Wales teenager had been one of the pacesetters all throughout the week in the Junior MAX class to secure a front row starting position for the final.

After being shuffled back to sixth place in the early laps, Pope fought gallantly throughout the race to claw his way back up the order and close the gap on the race leader.  At the fall of the chequered flag he found himself three kart lengths behind the eventual winner in second place.

Australia’s other representative in the field, William Seal, ran just outside the top ten for much of the final before eventually being classified 20th.

A pair of Australians finished inside the top ten in the DD2 class with Ryan Kennedy claiming sixth, and 20th starting Damian Ward ninth.  Having qualified 44th earlier in the week, Ward was the big mover throughout the field during the event to claim the top ten finish.  Ryan Wood, who secured his appearance at the event through the Race of Stars,  finished 27th.

Goulburn youngster Costa Toparis secured a top five finish in Mini MAX while Josh Hart made it five top ten results for the Australian representatives with a tenth place finish in Senior MAX.  Queenslander Ben Jurczak, who had been consistently inside the top ten throughout the heat races, endured a spin mid-race before eventually retiring eight laps from the finish.

In the DD2 Master class, Trevor Whitby edged his way forward in the final to claim 17thplace while his countryman Terry Hanly failed to finish after being caught up in a turn two incident.

Courtesy of their strong results, the Australian contingent secured the runner-up placing in the Nations Cup.

The Rotax MAX Challenge Grand Finals will return to Europe for 2019 with the Sarno circuit in Italy announced as the host during the post race ceremonies in Brazil.

2018 Rotax MAX Challenge Grand Finals
Australian Results - Final

Micro MAX
Jake Rutkowski – 30th

Mini MAX
Costa Toparis – 5th

Junior MAX
Jaiden Pope – 2nd
William Seal – 20th

Senior MAX
Josh Hart – 10th
Ben Jurczak – DNF

DD2
Ryan Kennedy – 6th
Damian Ward – 9th
Ryan Wood – 27th

DD2 Master
Trevor Whitby – 17th
Terry Hanly – DNF
Ashley Seward - DNQ

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