The success of the WSK Super Master Series 2025
The success of the WSK Super Master Series 2025

The success of the WSK Super Master...

The success of the WSK Super Master Series 2025

The success of the WSK Super Master Series 2025

A total of 552 different drivers characterized the 16th edition of the championship held in 2025. The Champions are Van Walstijn (KZ2), Van Langendock (OK), Hoogendoorn (OKJ), Palacio (OK-NJ), Perico...
Parolin close to the OK title at Viterbo
Parolin close to the OK title at Viterbo

Parolin close to the OK title at Viterbo

Parolin close to the OK title at Viterbo

Parolin close to the OK title at Viterbo

Parolin Motorsport continued to enable frontrunners in both OK and Mini categories to fulfil their potential in the last round of the WSK Super Master Series at Viterbo, despite constantly changing...
The champions of the WSK Super Master Series 2025
The champions of the WSK Super Master Series 2025

The champions of the WSK Super Master...

The champions of the WSK Super Master Series 2025

The champions of the WSK Super Master Series 2025

The winners of the WSK Super Master Series 2025 in Viterbo are: Perico (MINI Gr.3), Bergman (MINI U10), Palacio (OK-NJ), Hoogendoorn (OKJ), Van Langendock (OK virtual champion) and Van Walstijn (KZ2).
Livestream: Round 5 of the '2025 WSK Super Master Series' at the Leopard Circuit Viterbo
Livestream: Round 5 of the '2025 WSK Super Master Series' at the Leopard Circuit Viterbo

Livestream: Round 5 of the '2025 WSK...

Livestream: Round 5 of the '2025 WSK Super Master Series' at the Leopard Circuit Viterbo

Livestream: Round 5 of the '2025 WSK Super Master Series' at the Leopard Circuit Viterbo

The Leopard Circuit Viterbo is gearing up to host the final round of the WSK Super Master Series. Just days after the spectacular and packed fourth round of the WSK Super Master Series in...
The sun is back in Viterbo for the final heats of the WSK Super Master Series
The sun is back in Viterbo for the final heats of the WSK Super Master Series

The sun is back in Viterbo for the final...

The sun is back in Viterbo for the final heats of the WSK Super Master Series

The sun is back in Viterbo for the final heats of the WSK Super Master Series

All qualifying heats have been run. The final stages with TV Live streaming will be on Sunday, March 16th: Prefinals from 10:00 and Finals from 13:00.
Rain makes the first heats of the WSK Super Master Series trickier in Viterbo
Rain makes the first heats of the WSK Super Master Series trickier in Viterbo

Rain makes the first heats of the WSK...

Rain makes the first heats of the WSK Super Master Series trickier in Viterbo

Rain makes the first heats of the WSK Super Master Series trickier in Viterbo

Heats on Friday were wet after the dry weather in the morning. The conclusion of the heats will be on Saturday, while the final stages will follow on Sunday, March 16th.
Pole positions of the WSK Super Master Series have been awarded in Viterbo
Pole positions of the WSK Super Master Series have been awarded in Viterbo

Pole positions of the WSK Super Master...

Pole positions of the WSK Super Master Series have been awarded in Viterbo

Pole positions of the WSK Super Master Series have been awarded in Viterbo

The quickest at the Leopard Circuit Viterbo were Frasnelli (OKJ), Orlando (OK-NJ), Ratajski (MINI Gr3), Schniegenberg (MINI U10), Orlov (KZ2) and Burnett (OK).
Results: Round 5 of the '2025 WSK Super Master Series' at the Leopard Circuit Viterbo
Results: Round 5 of the '2025 WSK Super Master Series' at the Leopard Circuit Viterbo

Results: Round 5 of the '2025 WSK Super...

Results: Round 5 of the '2025 WSK Super Master Series' at the Leopard Circuit Viterbo

Results: Round 5 of the '2025 WSK Super Master Series' at the Leopard Circuit Viterbo

The Leopard Circuit Viterbo is gearing up to host the final round of the WSK Super Master Series. Just days after the spectacular and packed fourth round of the WSK Super Master Series in...
Live timing: Round 5 of the '2025 WSK Super Master Series' at the Leopard Circuit Viterbo
Live timing: Round 5 of the '2025 WSK Super Master Series' at the Leopard Circuit Viterbo

Live timing: Round 5 of the '2025 WSK...

Live timing: Round 5 of the '2025 WSK Super Master Series' at the Leopard Circuit Viterbo

Live timing: Round 5 of the '2025 WSK Super Master Series' at the Leopard Circuit Viterbo

The Leopard Circuit Viterbo is gearing up to host the final round of the WSK Super Master Series. Just days after the spectacular and packed fourth round of the WSK Super Master Series in...
All set for the grand finale of the WSK Super Master Series
All set for the grand finale of the WSK Super Master Series

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

All set for the grand finale of the WSK Super Master Series

All set for the grand finale of the WSK Super Master Series

The Leopard Circuit Viterbo is ready to host the fifth and closing round of the WSK Super Master Series, next Sunday, March 16th with the Finals that will award the titles in all categories.
Parolin dominates in OK and OKN-Junior at Franciacorta
Parolin dominates in OK and OKN-Junior at Franciacorta

Parolin dominates in OK and OKN-Junior...

Parolin dominates in OK and OKN-Junior at Franciacorta

Parolin dominates in OK and OKN-Junior at Franciacorta

Parolin Motorsport had a highly satisfying weekend at Franciacorta in the fourth round of the WSK Super Master Series where again over 400 drivers were competing. This weekend the weather was fine and...
The WSK Super Master Series inaugurates the renewed circuit of Viterbo
The WSK Super Master Series inaugurates the renewed circuit of Viterbo

The WSK Super Master Series inaugurates...

The WSK Super Master Series inaugurates the renewed circuit of Viterbo

The WSK Super Master Series inaugurates the renewed circuit of Viterbo

The Leopard Circuit Viterbo is gearing up to host the final round of the WSK Super Master Series next March 12 - 16 with about 250 drivers ready to fight for the titles in all the categories.
Sodikart solidly in the WSK lead after another double podium finish
Sodikart solidly in the WSK lead after another double podium finish

Sodikart solidly in the WSK lead after...

Sodikart solidly in the WSK lead after another double podium finish

Sodikart solidly in the WSK lead after another double podium finish

At Franciacorta, on the Italian circuit that will host the FIA Karting World Championship in October, the fourth and penultimate round of the WSK Super Master Series featured an incredible field of 90...
The winners of the WSK Super Master Series in Franciacorta
The winners of the WSK Super Master Series in Franciacorta

The winners of the WSK Super Master...

The winners of the WSK Super Master Series in Franciacorta

The winners of the WSK Super Master Series in Franciacorta

The winners of the fourth and penultimate round of the WSK Super Master Series are Pasquali (MINI U10), Lazaro (MINI Gr.3), Crisan (OKJ), Costoya (OK), Girardello (OK-NJ) and Hiltbrand...
Livestream: Round 4 of the '2025 WSK Super Master Series' at the Franciacorta Karting Track
Livestream: Round 4 of the '2025 WSK Super Master Series' at the Franciacorta Karting Track

Livestream: Round 4 of the '2025 WSK...

Livestream: Round 4 of the '2025 WSK Super Master Series' at the Franciacorta Karting Track

Livestream: Round 4 of the '2025 WSK Super Master Series' at the Franciacorta Karting Track

The fourth round of the WSK Super Master Series at the Franciacorta Karting Track is full-packed in all categories. The classifications of MINI U10, MINI Gr.3, OK-NJ, OKJ, OK and KZ2 after the first...
The fourth round of the WSK Super Master Series is ready for the Final
The fourth round of the WSK Super Master Series is ready for the Final

The fourth round of the WSK Super Master...

The fourth round of the WSK Super Master Series is ready for the Final

The fourth round of the WSK Super Master Series is ready for the Final

A total of 45 qualifying heats have been run to narrow down the 405 drivers present in Franciacorta. Live coverage on TV and Live Streaming on Sunday, March 9th from 9:30 (Prefinals) and 13:00...
The initial heats of the WSK Super Master Series in Franciacorta
The initial heats of the WSK Super Master Series in Franciacorta

The initial heats of the WSK Super...

The initial heats of the WSK Super Master Series in Franciacorta

The initial heats of the WSK Super Master Series in Franciacorta

The first day of the fourth round awarded the first emotions on the track with qualifying practice and the initial heats. Heats will end on Saturday, while the final stages will follow on Sunday,...
The new Pole Position Trophies have been awarded in Franciacorta at the WSK Super Master Series
The new Pole Position Trophies have been awarded in Franciacorta at the WSK Super Master Series

The new Pole Position Trophies have been...

The new Pole Position Trophies have been awarded in Franciacorta at the WSK Super Master Series

The new Pole Position Trophies have been awarded in Franciacorta at the WSK Super Master Series

The pole position went to Pasquali (MNINI U10), Nanni (MINI GR.3), Blandino (OK-NJ), Walz (OKJ), Kamyab (OK) and Hiltbrand (KZ2).
Results: Round 4 of the '2025 WSK Super Master Series' at the Franciacorta Karting Track
Results: Round 4 of the '2025 WSK Super Master Series' at the Franciacorta Karting Track

Results: Round 4 of the '2025 WSK Super...

Results: Round 4 of the '2025 WSK Super Master Series' at the Franciacorta Karting Track

Results: Round 4 of the '2025 WSK Super Master Series' at the Franciacorta Karting Track

The fourth round of the WSK Super Master Series at the Franciacorta Karting Track is full-packed in all categories. The classifications of MINI U10, MINI Gr.3, OK-NJ, OKJ, OK and KZ2 after the first...
Live timing: Round 4 of the '2025 WSK Super Master Series' at the Franciacorta Karting Track
Live timing: Round 4 of the '2025 WSK Super Master Series' at the Franciacorta Karting Track

Live timing: Round 4 of the '2025 WSK...

Live timing: Round 4 of the '2025 WSK Super Master Series' at the Franciacorta Karting Track

Live timing: Round 4 of the '2025 WSK Super Master Series' at the Franciacorta Karting Track

The fourth round of the WSK Super Master Series at the Franciacorta Karting Track is full-packed in all categories. The classifications of MINI U10, MINI Gr.3, OK-NJ, OKJ, OK and KZ2 after the first...

Results: Round 3 WSK Super Master Series at the International Circuit Napoli in Sarno

Results: Round 3 WSK Super Master Series at the International Circuit Napoli in Sarno Read more

The standings are beginning to take shape up in this 13th edition of the WSK Super Master Series, which is one of the most competitive and exciting in its history. However, there are still many drivers determined to climb the ladder up, aided by the increasing points system over the four rounds of the championship. The third round of the WSK Super Master Series will take place at the International Circuit Napoli in Sarno from March 1st to 5th, with all the top contenders in the MINI, OKJ, OK and KZ2 categories.

Live timing: Round 3 WSK Super Master Series at the International Circuit Napoli in Sarno

Live timing: Round 3 WSK Super Master Series at the International Circuit Napoli in Sarno Read more

The standings are beginning to take shape up in this 13th edition of the WSK Super Master Series, which is one of the most competitive and exciting in its history. However, there are still many drivers determined to climb the ladder up, aided by the increasing points system over the four rounds of the championship. The third round of the WSK Super Master Series will take place at the International Circuit Napoli in Sarno from March 1st to 5th, with all the top contenders in the MINI, OKJ, OK and KZ2 categories.

Kart CRG: Spotlight on the KZ category at the 3rd round of the WSK Super Master Series

Kart CRG: Spotlight on the KZ category at the 3rd round of the WSK Super Master Series Read more

The 3rd  Round of the WSK Super Master Series will take place on the Sarno circuit from 1st to 5th  March, with the usual Mini, OK Junior, OK and KZ classes competing on the track. On this occasion, all eyes will be on the KZ category, as the 2nd and final round of the European Championship will take place right here on the Sarno racetrack.

280 drivers in Sarno for the WSK Super Master Series

280 drivers in Sarno for the WSK Super Master Series Read more

Great presence also in the third and penultimate round of the series at the International Circuit Napoli of Sarno, with drivers coming from 52 countries. The final stages in Live Streaming on Sunday, March 5.

The third round of the WSK Super Master Series in Sarno

The third round of the WSK Super Master Series in Sarno Read more

The championship is getting more and more interesting as a lot of drivers can aim to the victory after the first two rounds. The classifications ahead of the third round to be held in Sarno.

The WSK drivers in the FIA Karting World ranking

The WSK drivers in the FIA Karting World ranking Read more

The new International Karting Ranking of FIA Karting with all the points acquired last year in international competitions follows a model similar to tennis’ ATP. WSK drivers on top.

Franciacorta: an important event for Parolin

Franciacorta: an important event for Parolin Read more

With record entries and a fast track that is still unfamiliar to most competitors, the second round of the 2023 WSK Super Master Series at Franciacorta presented some interesting challenges. The Parolin Motorsport team did not miss the opportunity to work on a track with very different charac-teristics than the one in Lonato, the setting for the first three events of the season. The Bassano del Grappa factory team achieved good results: P4 in KZ2 with Francesco Celenta, P5 in OK with René Lammers, top 10 in OK-Junior with Jack Illife, and P6 and P9 in Mini for Bruno Gryc and William Calleja.

Tony Kart's winning 2023 continues at Franciacorta

Tony Kart's winning 2023 continues at Franciacorta Read more

After the two successes at Lonato, their Tony Kart Racer 401 RR also wins in the round 2 of the WSK Super Master Series, staged at the Franciacorta Karting Track, with two victories (in KZ2 and OK) and other pole positions in KZ2 class and in the MINI U10 (with the Rookie model)

Birel ART discover Franciacorta

Birel ART discover Franciacorta Read more

After a season start concentrated on the Lonato track, the second round of the WSK Super Master Series allowed the Birel ART Racing team to enrich its database on a less commonly-used track, that of Franciacorta, where the FIA Karting World Championships will take place next October. The “Red Power” KZ2s once again shone in the face of strong competition. Cristian Bertuca took a good 2nd place and kept his leadership in the championship while four Birel ART drivers finished in the top 10. Kirill Kutskov in OK and Gerasim Skulanov in OK-Junior also performed well on a demanding track.

Ward Racing's rookie Jimmy Helias 2nd in his 4th OK race in Franciacorta

Ward Racing's rookie Jimmy Helias 2nd in his 4th OK race in Franciacorta Read more

Young French driver Jimmy Hélias continues to impress in the top-tier of world karting. And not just by his performances! Third at Sarno at the end of 2022 on his first outing in the premium category, third again at Lonato at the beginning of February and second yesterday at Franciacorta, his consistent podium finishes are beginning to really make people sit up and take notice! All the more so as after four races his worst result is a fourth place! But Jimmy’s no flash in the pan. Instead, he’s the real deal who’s determined to forge a place for himself among the front-runners.

Spectacular Finals in Franciacorta at therefore WSK Super Master Series!

Spectacular Finals in Franciacorta at therefore WSK Super Master Series! Read more

A lot of surprising results in the second round of the WSK Super Master Series. The winners were: Antonov (OKJ), Rea (MINI U10), Arias Chavarri (MINI Gr.3), Leuillet (KZ2) and Walther (OK).

Livestream: Round 2 WSK Super Master Series at the Franciacorta Karting Track

Livestream: Round 2 WSK Super Master Series at the Franciacorta Karting Track Read more

After the opening in Lonato on February 5th, the WSK Super Master Series is gearing up to debut on the Franciacorta track for the second round of the season. WSK Promotion arrives for the first time in its history on the new circuit near Brescia and the event is immediately greeted with a significant number of drivers after the success of 334 verified drivers in the first round in Lonato. In Franciacorta, 360 drivers are expected in the classic categories MINI, OKJ, OK, and KZ2. Big numbers again are expected in WSK Super Master Series for another rich weekend, with the most prestigious teams and many protagonists eager to confirm their leadership just conquered in Lonato but also with many rivals ready to battle to get to the top at the Franciacorta Karting Track.

The grand finale of the second round of the WSK Super Master Series in Franciacorta

The grand finale of the second round of the WSK Super Master Series in Franciacorta Read more

Some qualifying heats have been run today ahead of the closing ones on Sunday before the Prefinals and Finals with Live Streaming. 

First highs at the second round of the WSK Super Master Series

First highs at the second round of the WSK Super Master Series Read more

A great spectacle is ahead in Franciacorta with 361 drivers on track. The pole positions and the winners of the first heats. 

Results: Round 2 WSK Super Master Series at the Franciacorta Karting Track

Results: Round 2 WSK Super Master Series at the Franciacorta Karting Track Read more

After the opening in Lonato on February 5th, the WSK Super Master Series is gearing up to debut on the Franciacorta track for the second round of the season. WSK Promotion arrives for the first time in its history on the new circuit near Brescia and the event is immediately greeted with a significant number of drivers after the success of 334 verified drivers in the first round in Lonato. In Franciacorta, 360 drivers are expected in the classic categories MINI, OKJ, OK, and KZ2. Big numbers again are expected in WSK Super Master Series for another rich weekend, with the most prestigious teams and many protagonists eager to confirm their leadership just conquered in Lonato but also with many rivals ready to battle to get to the top at the Franciacorta Karting Track.

Live timing: Round 2 WSK Super Master Series at the Franciacorta Karting Track

Live timing: Round 2 WSK Super Master Series at the Franciacorta Karting Track Read more

After the opening in Lonato on February 5th, the WSK Super Master Series is gearing up to debut on the Franciacorta track for the second round of the season. WSK Promotion arrives for the first time in its history on the new circuit near Brescia and the event is immediately greeted with a significant number of drivers after the success of 334 verified drivers in the first round in Lonato. In Franciacorta, 360 drivers are expected in the classic categories MINI, OKJ, OK, and KZ2. Big numbers again are expected in WSK Super Master Series for another rich weekend, with the most prestigious teams and many protagonists eager to confirm their leadership just conquered in Lonato but also with many rivals ready to battle to get to the top at the Franciacorta Karting Track.

Kart CRG - OK & OKJ World Championship rehearsals in Franciacorta

Kart CRG - OK & OKJ World Championship rehearsals in Franciacorta Read more

The 2nd Round of the WSK Super Master Series is scheduled for this weekend on the Franciacorta circuit. Although the 4 usual categories of the WSK meetings (KZ, OK, OKJ, and MINI) will be competing, this event will be the first opportunity for the drivers of the OK Junior and OK categories to work in view of the World Championship, scheduled right here at Franciacorta track in October.

A total of 360 drivers at the WSK Super Master Series in Franciacorta

A total of 360 drivers at the WSK Super Master Series in Franciacorta Read more

A big participation is awaited for the second round of the WSK Super Master Series at the Franciacorta Karting Track.

Jimmy Helias scores two podiums in three races in the top-tier karting category

Jimmy Helias scores two podiums in three races in the top-tier karting category Read more

This year began as the last one ended for Jimmy Helias – with great results! The rising star in French karting has made a very successful transition from the Junior to the OK category. After his convincing performance concluded with a marvelous fourth place in the Winter Cup, the opening event of the season, the driver from Normandy put on another scintillating display on the Lonato circuit in Italy with the Ward Racing team.

Two victories at first race 2023 for Tony Kart

Two victories at first race 2023 for Tony Kart Read more

On the occasion of the first round of the WSK Super Master Series at South Garda Karting in Lonato, the Tony Kart Racer 401 RR triumphs in both OK and OKJ categories, with James Egozi and Alp Hasan Aksoy respectively.

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2018 VORTEX triumphs
Bas Kaligis
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2018 VORTEX triumphs

The 2018 season will be remembered for the World Title in KZ. Besides the World Championship in the master class, other two great successes stand out, the one in the CIK-FIA International KZ2 Super Cup and the CIK-FIA European Championship in OKJ.

OKJ – DDJ ENGINE
The presence of the DDJ in the cadet class has been important throughout the whole season and in the CIK-FIA European Championship, a driver powered by Vortex conquered the Title. The future European Champion, Paul Aron (Ricky Flynn Motorsport), made his début on the International Circuit of Naples (Italy) with a brilliant success, continuing his climb to the continental Title centering another victory, on the occasion of the third round, in Ampfing (Germany). The consecration for DDJ and Aron was in France, with a great performance that allowed the young Estonian to conquer the prestigious title. In addition to the victory in the European Championship, the DDJ engines reached the upper positions of the rankings in each round and they have been actually chosen by the 36% (average value on the four tests) of drivers. Besides Aron, other drivers brilliantly stood out throughout the European Championship, stepping onto the podium, such as Askey (Ricky Flynn Motorsport), Griggs (Lennox Racing Team) and Smal (Ward Racing), without forgetting the pole positions conquered by Bedrin (Tony Kart Racing Team) in Essay and by the already mentioned Smal at PFI. On the occasion of the World Championship in Kristianstad (Sweden), even though they did not manage to reach the podium due to some unlucky events, the Vortex drivers showed the DDJ engines’ potential. The best lap obtained in the Final by Smal proved this and the trust of teams and drivers placed in Vortex engines reached an important result, with the 42% of DDJ engines at the beginning of the event. The great season was completed by the victories achieved in other important International events, such as the WSK Series. At the beginning of the season, Aron won two prestigious one-shot races, the WSK Championsh Cup (Adria Karting Raceway) and the Winter Cup (South Garda Karting). Still in the WSK series, during the Open series in the South Garda appointment, the podium was completely Vortex with Smal, Ten Brinke and Bedrin, ending the race in this order.

OK – DDS ENGINE
In the OK category, the DDS engines obtained good results with Stanek, who opened the CIK-FIA Europena Championship winning the Title on the Neaples Circuit (Italy). On the European championship, Vidales (Tony Kart Racing Team) and Thompson (Ricky Flynn Motorsport) reached the second step of the podium in England and France, respectively. With the second place in France, Essay, Thompson also obtained the second place in the overall rating of the European Championship. Just a few of unlucky circumstances prevented the drivers powered by Vortex to stand out also in the CIK-FIA World Championship in Kristianstad (Sweden), which however recorded the amazing record of DDS engines at the start, with the 49% of drivers branded Vortex. In the WSK series, Nielsen (Schumacher Racing Team) won the Champions Cup race-event at Adria and reached the second position in the WSK Super Master, obtaining three victories.

KZ2 – RKZ ENGINE
The 2018 season ends with a fantastic result, the third World Title within the whole Vortex history, won in the shifter category. The incredible victory of RKZ arrived with Hajek (Kosmic Kart Racing Dep.) on the Belgian circuit in Genk in a successful weekend fot the Vortex engines. Besides the World Championship, the RKZ won the CIK-FIA International KZ2 Super Cup with Viganò (Tony kart Racing Team), conquering also the third step of the podium with Vidales (Tony Kart Racing Team). In the European Championship, Ardigò (Tony Kart Racing Team) centered the third position in the opening race in Salbris (France), fighting for the Title until the end. Ardigò obtained also the first victories of the season, with the WSK Super Master Title (3 partial victories) and the victory at the enf of the season in the Macao Grand Prix of KZ.

ACADEMY TROPHY
Also this year, Vortex (DDJ engines) was supplier, together with Exprit (chassis) of the Academy CIK-FIA Trophy. The CIK-FIA Trophy, reserved for young emerging drivers, with the single supply system, proved to be a technical and organizational success, thanks also to the incredible work carried out on the tracks and in the factory by Vortex technicians.

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