Modena Kart places two drivers on the final podium of the WSK Euro Series
Modena Kart places two drivers on the final podium of the WSK Euro Series

Modena Kart places two drivers on the...

Modena Kart places two drivers on the final podium of the WSK Euro Series

Modena Kart places two drivers on the final podium of the WSK Euro Series

The 2025 WSK Euro Series ended on a high note for Modena Kart. In May in Viterbo, the Italian team had already celebrated exceptional 2nd and 3rd places for Albert Tamm and Gioele Girardello in OK-N...
The WSK Euro Series 2025 Champions
The WSK Euro Series 2025 Champions

The WSK Euro Series 2025 Champions

The WSK Euro Series 2025 Champions

The WSK Euro Series 2025 Champions

The Finals of the second round at the Cremona Circuit awarded the titles to Hedfors (MINI Gr.3), Godschalk (MINI U10), Xie (OK-NJ), Zulfikari (OKJ), Scognamiglio (OK-N) and Costoya...
Livestream PreFinals and Finals of the 2025 WSK Euro Series Round 2 at the Cremona Circuit
Livestream PreFinals and Finals of the 2025 WSK Euro Series Round 2 at the Cremona Circuit

Livestream PreFinals and Finals of the...

Livestream PreFinals and Finals of the 2025 WSK Euro Series Round 2 at the Cremona Circuit

Livestream PreFinals and Finals of the 2025 WSK Euro Series Round 2 at the Cremona Circuit

The second and decisive round will see over 250 drivers making it to the track from 53 countries. Up for grabs are the titles of all categories. In Cremona, the entry list is also particularly...
All is set for the grand finale of the WSK Euro Series 2025
All is set for the grand finale of the WSK Euro Series 2025

All is set for the grand finale of the...

All is set for the grand finale of the WSK Euro Series 2025

All is set for the grand finale of the WSK Euro Series 2025

The weekend that is underway at the Cremona Circuit is the 2025 title decider. The Final stages on Saturday, July 5th with Prefinals and Finals available in TV Live Streaming.
Qualifying practice and initial heats of the WSK Euro Series have been run in Cremona
Qualifying practice and initial heats of the WSK Euro Series have been run in Cremona

Qualifying practice and initial heats of...

Qualifying practice and initial heats of the WSK Euro Series have been run in Cremona

Qualifying practice and initial heats of the WSK Euro Series have been run in Cremona

Qualifying practice and the initial heats of the second and decisive round of the WSK Euro Series have been run at the Cremona Circuit. The final heats will follow on Friday, while the Finals with TV...
Results: 2025 WSK Euro Series Round 2 at the Cremona Circuit
Results: 2025 WSK Euro Series Round 2 at the Cremona Circuit

Results: 2025 WSK Euro Series Round 2 at...

Results: 2025 WSK Euro Series Round 2 at the Cremona Circuit

Results: 2025 WSK Euro Series Round 2 at the Cremona Circuit

The second and decisive round will see over 250 drivers making it to the track from 53 countries. Up for grabs are the titles of all categories. In Cremona, the entry list is also particularly...
Live timing: 2025 WSK Euro Series Round 2 at the Cremona Circuit
Live timing: 2025 WSK Euro Series Round 2 at the Cremona Circuit

Live timing: 2025 WSK Euro Series Round...

Live timing: 2025 WSK Euro Series Round 2 at the Cremona Circuit

Live timing: 2025 WSK Euro Series Round 2 at the Cremona Circuit

The second and decisive round will see over 250 drivers making it to the track from 53 countries. Up for grabs are the titles of all categories. In Cremona, the entry list is also particularly...
International Karting on track at the Cremona Circuit for the WSK Euro Series
International Karting on track at the Cremona Circuit for the WSK Euro Series

International Karting on track at the...

International Karting on track at the Cremona Circuit for the WSK Euro Series

International Karting on track at the Cremona Circuit for the WSK Euro Series

The second and decisive round will see over 250 drivers making it to the track from 53 countries. Up for grabs are the titles of all categories. The Finals, with TV Live Streaming coverage on...
About 250 drivers expected in Cremona’s second round of the WSK Euro Series
About 250 drivers expected in Cremona’s second round of the WSK Euro Series

About 250 drivers expected in Cremona’s...

About 250 drivers expected in Cremona’s second round of the WSK Euro Series

About 250 drivers expected in Cremona’s second round of the WSK Euro Series

The Final of the WSK Euro Series will take place at the Cremona Circuit after the victories in Viterbo’s round one claimed by Costoya (OK), Domain (OKJ), Scognamiglio (OK-N), Xie (OK-NJ),...
Subscriptions accepted for the second round of the WSK Euro Series at the Cremona Circuit
Subscriptions accepted for the second round of the WSK Euro Series at the Cremona Circuit

Subscriptions accepted for the second...

Subscriptions accepted for the second round of the WSK Euro Series at the Cremona Circuit

Subscriptions accepted for the second round of the WSK Euro Series at the Cremona Circuit

The closing round of the WSK Euro Series will award the titles of OK, OKJ, OK-N, OK-NJ, MINI Gr.3 and MINI U10 at the Cremona Circuit next July 1-5.
Parolin Motorsport Srl: Parolin sweeps the board in OK and Mini at Viterbo
Parolin Motorsport Srl: Parolin sweeps the board in OK and Mini at Viterbo

Parolin Motorsport Srl: Parolin sweeps...

Parolin Motorsport Srl: Parolin sweeps the board in OK and Mini at Viterbo

Parolin Motorsport Srl: Parolin sweeps the board in OK and Mini at Viterbo

Parolin Motorsport took a double win at the first round of the WSK Euro Series at Viterbo in Italy from 14th to 17th May with Christian Costoya in OK and Elton Hedfors in Mini. Costoya took advantage...
The winners of the opening round of the WSK Euro Series
The winners of the opening round of the WSK Euro Series

The winners of the opening round of the...

The winners of the opening round of the WSK Euro Series

The winners of the opening round of the WSK Euro Series

The opening event of the WSK Euro Series at the Leopard Circuit Viterbo was won by Hedfors (MINI Gr.3), Godschalk (MINI U10), Xie (OK-NJ), Domain (OKJ), Scognamiglio (OK-N) and Costoya (OK).  
Livestream PreFinals and Finals of the 2025 WSK Euro Series Round 1 at the Leopard Circuit Viterbo
Livestream PreFinals and Finals of the 2025 WSK Euro Series Round 1 at the Leopard Circuit Viterbo

Livestream PreFinals and Finals of the...

Livestream PreFinals and Finals of the 2025 WSK Euro Series Round 1 at the Leopard Circuit Viterbo

Livestream PreFinals and Finals of the 2025 WSK Euro Series Round 1 at the Leopard Circuit Viterbo

After the thrilling and spectacular first part of the season with the five rounds of the WSK Super Master Series, the time has come for the highly anticipated start of the WSK Euro Series. The first...
Ready for WSK Euro Series final phase in Viterbo
Ready for WSK Euro Series final phase in Viterbo

Ready for WSK Euro Series final phase in...

Ready for WSK Euro Series final phase in Viterbo

Ready for WSK Euro Series final phase in Viterbo

The heats end with final phase qualification on Saturday 17th May. Prefinals from 9:50am and Finals from 1:30pm on Live TV Streaming.
Winners of the Viterbo WSK Euro Series
Winners of the Viterbo WSK Euro Series

Winners of the Viterbo WSK Euro Series

Winners of the Viterbo WSK Euro Series

Winners of the Viterbo WSK Euro Series

The first heats highlight several protagonists. Friday the conclusion of the heats, Saturday 17th May the final phase.
WSK Euro Series pole positions at Viterbo
WSK Euro Series pole positions at Viterbo

WSK Euro Series pole positions at...

WSK Euro Series pole positions at Viterbo

WSK Euro Series pole positions at Viterbo

Qualifying practice at the Leopard Circuit Viterbo kicked off the first round of 2025 WSK Euro Series. The finals on Saturday 17th May.
Results: 2025 WSK Euro Series Round 1 at the Leopard Circuit Viterbo
Results: 2025 WSK Euro Series Round 1 at the Leopard Circuit Viterbo

Results: 2025 WSK Euro Series Round 1 at...

Results: 2025 WSK Euro Series Round 1 at the Leopard Circuit Viterbo

Results: 2025 WSK Euro Series Round 1 at the Leopard Circuit Viterbo

After the thrilling and spectacular first part of the season with the five rounds of the WSK Super Master Series, the time has come for the highly anticipated start of the WSK Euro Series. The first...
Live timing: 2025 WSK Euro Series Round 1 at the Leopard Circuit Viterbo
Live timing: 2025 WSK Euro Series Round 1 at the Leopard Circuit Viterbo

Live timing: 2025 WSK Euro Series Round...

Live timing: 2025 WSK Euro Series Round 1 at the Leopard Circuit Viterbo

Live timing: 2025 WSK Euro Series Round 1 at the Leopard Circuit Viterbo

After the thrilling and spectacular first part of the season with the five rounds of the WSK Super Master Series, the time has come for the highly anticipated start of the WSK Euro Series. The first...
The protagonists of the WSK Euro Series on track in Viterbo
The protagonists of the WSK Euro Series on track in Viterbo

The protagonists of the WSK Euro Series...

The protagonists of the WSK Euro Series on track in Viterbo

The protagonists of the WSK Euro Series on track in Viterbo

The participation is great in all categories at the opener of the series to be held at the Leopard Circuit Viterbo next May 13 - 17.
The WSK Euro Series 2025 is at the start
The WSK Euro Series 2025 is at the start

The WSK Euro Series 2025 is at the start

The WSK Euro Series 2025 is at the start

The WSK Euro Series 2025 is at the start

The first round of the series will take place at the Leopard Circuit Viterbo next May 13 - 17, with categories MINI, OK-NJ, OK-N, OKJ and OK on track.  

Results: 2023 WSK Super Cup by MINI at the International Circuit La Conca

Results: 2023 WSK Super Cup by MINI at the International Circuit La Conca Read more

The WSK Super Cup by MINI, National Trophy MINI ACI Sport, will take place at the International Circuit La Conca from June 7th to 10th. The time has come for the test dedicated to the youngest drivers with the second edition of the WSK Super Cup by MINI, the event reserved for the protagonists of MINI, taking place at the La Conca International Circuit in Muro Leccese from June 7th to 10th. This appointment is already establishing itself as a true "classic" of youth karting.

Live timing: 2023 WSK Super Cup by MINI at the International Circuit La Conca

Live timing: 2023 WSK Super Cup by MINI at the International Circuit La Conca Read more

The young talents that will contest the first edition of the WSK Super Cup by MINI already made it onto the track at the La Conca circuit for the initial free practice sessions. This event is a new appointment completely dedicated to categThe WSK Super Cup by MINI, National Trophy MINI ACI Sport, will take place at the International Circuit La Conca from June 7th to 10th. The time has come for the test dedicated to the youngest drivers with the second edition of the WSK Super Cup by MINI, the event reserved for the protagonists of MINI, taking place at the La Conca International Circuit in Muro Leccese from June 7th to 10th. This appointment is already establishing itself as a true "classic" of youth karting.ory MINI, which represents a good epilogue following the success that this category had in these past few years.

The second edition of the WSK Super Cup by MINI is at the start

The second edition of the WSK Super Cup by MINI is at the start Read more

The WSK Super Cup by MINI, National Trophy MINI ACI Sport, will take place at the International Circuit La Conca from June 7th to 10th. The final stages will go live on TV on Saturday, June 10th.

WSK Super Cup by MINI, registrations are now open

WSK Super Cup by MINI, registrations are now open Read more

The second edition of the WSK Super Cup by MINI will take place from June 7th to 10th. This year, the race will also be valid for the MINI ACI Sport National Trophy.

Tony Kart once more champion in the WSK Super Master Series

Tony Kart once more champion in the WSK Super Master Series Read more

The Tony Kart Racer 401 RR repeats last year's success and wins the 2023 title in the OK category with James Egozi, on the occasion of the last round in Cremona. Podium for Pavan, still in the "Senior" category.

WSK Super Master Series: Two new titles for the KR brand

WSK Super Master Series: Two new titles for the KR brand Read more

The international events continue week after week, and the trophies pile up on the shelves of the drivers and teams using KR Global Motorsport Company equipment. After successes in IAME and Rotax in the previous days, the WSK Super Master Series ended in Cremona with no less than 13 podiums in the Finals and in the general classification.

Birel ART Racing: Serial success at the WSK Super Master Series

Birel ART Racing: Serial success at the WSK Super Master Series Read more

In Cremona, Birel ART lived up to its reputation by winning the WSK Super Master Series KZ2 Championship thanks to Cristian Bertuca. Matteo Viganò, the driver from the Leclerc by Lennox Racing team, won the Final, Bertuca accompanied him on the third step of the podium, five Birel ART / TM finished in the top 10 and Freddie Slater, holder of the pole position, followed in 11th place. To top it all off, the FIA International Karting Ranking places three Birel ART Racing drivers in the top three positions in KZ2 - Bertuca, Vasile and Slater.

Many positive feedback from the WSK Super Master Series for the CRG drivers

Many positive feedback from the WSK Super Master Series for the CRG drivers Read more

The 4th and last Round of the WSK Super Master Series took place on the Cremona track on the weekend of April 30th and saw the CRG Racing Team competing in all categories. The Factory Team’s presence in this series has not been constant as it has been used in particular, to prepare for the FIA ​​races.

SODI Racing Team - Sodikart double vice-champion in WSK with Denner in KZ2 and Sala in OK-Junior

SODI Racing Team - Sodikart double vice-champion in WSK with Denner in KZ2 and Sala in OK-Junior Read more

The fourth and final round of the 2023 WSK Super Master Series, which brings together the top international drivers and teams, once again highlighted the performance of the Sodi Racing Team, the French chassis and its drivers. As was the case during the recent FIA Karting European Championship event in Zuera, Emilien Denner and Senna Van Walstijn showed their competitiveness by racing at the front of the field in KZ2 over the three days.

All the champions of the WSK Super Master Series

All the champions of the WSK Super Master Series Read more

The winners of the WSK Super Master Series 2023 at the Cremona Circuit are Bertuca (KZ2), Egozi (OK), Antonov (OKJ), Zulfikari (MINI Gr.3) and Legenkyi (MINI Gr.3 Under 10).

Livestream: Round 4 WSK Super Master Series at the Cremona Circuit

Livestream: Round 4 WSK Super Master Series at the Cremona Circuit Read more

The closing round of the WSK Super Master Series will take place at the Cremona Circuit this weekend April 27-30. All the protagonists of the four categories of the championship are expected at the Cremona Circuit, from the smallest MINI to the most powerful OKJ, OK and KZ2.

Ready for the final sprint in Cremona’s closer of the WSK Super Master Series

Ready for the final sprint in Cremona’s closer of the WSK Super Master Series Read more

The winners of the heats on Saturday are Van Walstijn (KZ2), Costoya (OKJ), Baglin (MINI Gr.3), Legenkyi (Gr.3 U10), and Strauven (OK). The TV and Live Streaming on Sunday from 10:30 am.

The pole positions and results of the first heats of the WSK Super Master Series in Cremona

The pole positions and results of the first heats of the WSK Super Master Series in Cremona Read more

Bogdan Cosma Cristofor (MINI Gr.3), Tamm (Gr.3 U10), David Cosma Cristofor (OKJ), Strauven (OK) and Slater (KZ2) secure the pole positions. Surprising results did not miss in the initial heats though.

Results: Round 4 WSK Super Master Series at the Cremona Circuit

Results: Round 4 WSK Super Master Series at the Cremona Circuit Read more

The closing round of the WSK Super Master Series will take place at the Cremona Circuit this weekend April 27-30. All the protagonists of the four categories of the championship are expected at the Cremona Circuit, from the smallest MINI to the most powerful OKJ, OK and KZ2.

Live timing: Round 4 WSK Super Master Series at the Cremona Circuit

Live timing: Round 4 WSK Super Master Series at the Cremona Circuit Read more

The closing round of the WSK Super Master Series will take place at the Cremona Circuit this weekend April 27-30. All the protagonists of the four categories of the championship are expected at the Cremona Circuit, from the smallest MINI to the most powerful OKJ, OK and KZ2.

In Cremona everything is all set for the closer of the WSK Super Master Series

In Cremona everything is all set for the closer of the WSK Super Master Series Read more

Big presence at the Cremona Circuit for the fourth and closing round of the WSK Super Master Series. Up for grabs are the titles of MINI, OKJ, OK and KZ2.

The WSK Super Master Series comes to an end this weekend

The WSK Super Master Series comes to an end this weekend Read more

The last round of the season of the WSK Super Master, the Series promoted by WSK Promotion for the MINI, OK Junior, OK Senior, and KZ2 classes will take place on the Cremona circuit from 26th to 30th April. The CRG Racing Team will be there with a selection of OK Junior and OK drivers to prepare for the European Championship race next July, as well as lining-up the entire MINI team and two drivers who will make their debut with CRG colors in KZ2.

Cremona Circuit all packed, 300 drivers expected in the closing round of the WSK Super Master Series

Cremona Circuit all packed, 300 drivers expected in the closing round of the WSK Super Master Series Read more

The closing round of the WSK Super Master Series will take place at the Cremona Circuit next April 27-30. All the protagonists of the season will fight for the the MINI, OKJ, OK and KZ2 titles.

Pole Position for Tony Kart at the European Champ in Zuera

Pole Position for Tony Kart at the European Champ in Zuera Read more

The Tony Kart Racer 401 RR sets the fastest time in the qualifyings of the first round of the FIA Karting European Championship 2023 reserved for KZ and KZ2 categories, however the weekend does not end as expected.

The WSK Open Series crowns the first champions in Castelletto

The WSK Open Series crowns the first champions in Castelletto Read more

The third round awarded the titles to Kuzhnini (X30 Junior) and Carenini (X30 Senior). On track also the youngsters of the MINI that will end the championship on June 25th i Sarno: the victories went to Arias in MINI Gr.3 and Gorskyi in MINI Gr.3 Under 10.

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Rock Island readies for 20th running of King of the Streets sponsored by LeCont Tires
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Rock Island readies for 20th running of King of the Streets sponsored by LeCont Tires

ROCK ISLAND, IL. – The Extreme Rock Island Grand Prix powered by Mediacom will host the 20th running of the exciting King of the Streets shifter kart race sponsored by LeCont Tires.

King of the Streets is one of the most coveted titles that can be won in North American karting and is always one of the headline races at the Xtreme Rock Island Grand Prix powered by Mediacom. This year’s race is August 31 and September 1.  

The King of the Streets race will run open tire brands and compounds. Weights will be Stock Honda at 380 lbs.; Rok shifter and tuned Honda at 390 lbs.; KZ at 400 lbs.; and 175cc SSE at 410 lbs. Spec fuel will be Sunoco 110, VP 110 and VP C-12 and will not be sold at the track.

A stellar field has already signed up with a week left until the race. Californian Billy Musgrave and Jake French from Texas, who finished 1-2 at the final race of the Superkarts! USA Pro Series, will try to keep Rory Van der Steur from Maryland from repeating as King of the Streets. Scott "Skitchy" Barnes from Bermuda, a multi-time winner at Rock Island who has never been King, is also expected in the field again. Josh Lane from Illinois, who was crowned King in 20l5, is back as is Texan Austin Wilkins, who won the crown in 2017 and holds the track’s fast lap record.

King of the Streets was originally created as an event that would circulate among various temporary venues. The 1998 event at the Oklahoma City Grand Prix was won by Joe Janowski. In 1999, Alan Rudolph won at Quincy in the Park. From that point, the race has had a permanent home at the Rock Island. The reigning King is Rory Van der Steur from Maryland. Texan Austin Wilkins won in 2017 and Remo Ruscitti from British Columbia, Canada won in 2016. Josh Lane won in 2015 and Connor Iseli from Texas won in 2014.

Jordon Musser from Texas won four times in 2009, 2010, 2011 & 2013. Alan Rudolph has won the crown five times (1999, 2000, 2001, 2006 & 2007). It has also been won by Scott Speed (2002), Bobby Wilson (2003), Kyle Wiegand (2004 & 2005), Alex Speed (2008), Derek Crockett (2011).

Joe Janowski, the first King 20 years ago, will be on hand to crown this year’s King of the Streets on Sunday.

King of the Streets competitors will also have the opportunity to run in a second Open Shifter class at the same weights as King of the Streets. There will also be a 125cc Master Shifter class for drivers over age 35 with Stock Honda weight at 395 pounds, Rok shifter and tuned Honda at 405 pounds, KZ at 415 lb. and 175 SSE 425 pounds. The 80cc Shifter class will no longer be on the schedule.

Roger Ruthhart, president of the Xtreme Rock Island Grand Prix powered by Mediacom, said he is happy to see the proud tradition of King of Streets continue into its 20th year with support from LeCont Tires.

“This event has changed over time, but has always provided a challenge for the top gearbox drivers in the sport. There is no advance practice. Just show up, learn the course and race. At first look, the course does not appear technically difficult, but the street course challenges drivers in ways they are not used to,” he said.

 

In addition to a cash purse, which is dependent on the number of entries in the class, and the coveted Rock trophy, a number of contingency prizes have been announced.

*Rok Cup USA will provide first place a full entry and engine rental for Rok To Rio later this year. Second place wins full paid ticket, no engine. Third place finisher in King of the Streets will win an engine rental for Rok To Rio.

*HGM- TB Kart Indy is giving a can of c12 fuel to both the hard charger and fastest lap winners

*Croc Promotion is giving a $500 chassis gift card toward a Mad Croc chassis to the most wrecked kart of the race.

 *Hakuna Matada Fishing Charter in Bermuda is giving the highest finisher above age 30 a charter fishing trip from Scott “Skitchy” Barnes. Travel is not included.

*P1 Promotions is giving first place winner a free entry in the 2020 Lockhart Grand Prix and $100 registration credit for second place and $50 registration credit for third.

* Fisher Racing Engines is awarding a $200 certificate toward the next rebuild on the highest finishing Stock Moto.

*LeCont  Tires will give one set of tires to each of the top three drivers in King of the Streets if they are on LeCont tires.

* MG Tires is giving $500 to the winner if they are on four MGs and a set of tires to second and third place if they are on MGs.

* Hoosier Racing Tire will pay a $500 contingency if the winner is on all four Hoosier tires. If the winner is not on Hoosiers, $200 will be paid to the highest finisher using Hoosier Tires.

* The Lane family will kick in an additional $500 in prize money to be split between first, second and third place if entries hit 30 in King of the Streets.

The Rock Island Grand Prix, the world’s largest karting street race, draws entries from throughout the United States competing for one of karting’s largest purses. It has also hosted racers from Canada, Italy, France, Colombia, Costa Rica, England, Argentina, Poland, Bermuda, the Philippines, Ireland and Mexico. It includes 17 feature races in 4-cycle, 2-cycle, TAG, shifter and Vintage classes. Races are also covered live worldwide on the Internet by Ekartingnews.com.

 

Sponsors for this year’s event include: Mediacom, Jumer’s Casino & Hotel, Hoosier Tires, LeCont Tires, Gett Industries, Briggs & Stratton Racing, Modern Woodmen Financial/ Joe Schurr agent, CBS TV4 / Fox 18 and CW, Schurr Power Racing Engines, RLV Tuned Exhaust, Sunbelt Rentals, AMT Ambulance, Johannes Bus Service, The Dispatch-Rock Island Argus-QC Online.com, Holiday Inn Rock Island, eKartingnews.com, Courtesy Car City, Gas & Electric Credit Union, Rogan Scale, Triple E Sales, Curry’s Transportation, Miller Trucking and Excavating, Brenny’s Motorcycle Center, Hiland Toyota, QC Gearheads, RIGP Corner Workers, Becky Rasmussen, Quad City Camaro Club, HMG-TB Kart Indy, City of Rock Island/Ald. Dylan Parker and the local radio stations Q106, Fox Sports QC, WOC and WLLR.
 

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