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.  
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...

Entries are accepted for the WSK Euro Series

Entries are accepted for the WSK Euro Series Read more

The two rounds of the WSK Euro Series will take place in Lonato on July 17th and Sarno on July 31st. The tyres to be used have been decided as the venue of the WSK Open Cup, that will take place in Lonato on October 2nd.

Matheus Ferreira joins the Alpine Academy Affiliate Programme

Matheus Ferreira joins the Alpine Academy Affiliate Programme Read more

The Alpine Academy unveiled its affiliate programme in early March 2022, which will work in conjunction with the Academy to encourage and recruit the best drivers of tomorrow. Brazilian Matheus Ferreira has been selected to join the new initiative as a potential future motorsport talent.

Double victory in OK and OK-Junior on the Neapolitan circuit

Double victory in OK and OK-Junior on the Neapolitan circuit Read more

The WSK Super Masters Series has just finished at the Circuito Internazionale Napoli with an intense fourth round with a large number of participants. The Parolin Racing Kart chassis put in top performances in all four categories and Parolin Motorsport recorded several outstanding successes at the end of the series.

In Sarno, Birel ART Racing finishes on the KZ2 podium of the WSK Super Master Series

In Sarno, Birel ART Racing finishes on the KZ2 podium of the WSK Super Master Series Read more

The final round of the WSK Super Master Series has just finished at the Sarno circuit, with mixed feelings for the Birel ART Racing Team. The Italian factory's official drivers put in some remarkable performances, but the Final results fell short of the team's expectations.

Tony Kart Champion of the WSK Super Master Series 2022

Tony Kart Champion of the WSK Super Master Series 2022 Read more

At the Naples International Circuit, on the occasion of the fourth and last round of the championship, the Tony Kart Racer 401 RR conquers the first title of the season with Joseph Turney in the OK category.

SODI Racing Team - Another international title in KZ2 and a new podium in OK-Junior

SODI Racing Team - Another international title in KZ2 and a new podium in OK-Junior Read more

Already winner of two WSK Promotion events at the beginning of the season, Senna Van Walstijn became the new WSK Super Master Series champion in KZ2. This is not the first time that the Sodi Racing Team has won this top level series against the best of the world's drivers and the most prestigious international teams.

Kart CRG - Iglesias very close to the podium in KZ in Sarno

Kart CRG - Iglesias very close to the podium in KZ in Sarno Read more

The 2022 WSK Master Series has ended on the Sarno track and it has once again underlined the CRG Racing Team drivers’ positive performances. Especially Jeremy Iglesias in the KZ category was able to capitalize best on CRG's potential, scoring P4 and fighting for the podium throughout the race.

The 2022 Champions of the WSK Super Master Series 2022 are Pesl (MINI), Bondarev (OKJ), Van Walstijn (KZ2) and Turney (OK)

The 2022 Champions of the WSK Super Master Series 2022 are Pesl (MINI), Bondarev (OKJ), Van Walstijn (KZ2) and Turney (OK) Read more

The fourth round of the WSK Super Master Series at the International Circuit Napoli of Sarno named the winners of all the titles. The finals in Sarno crowned the 2022 Champions of the WSK Super Master Series. The event held at the International Circuit Napoli was the fourth and closing round of the series after the opening two rounds run in Lonato and the third held last week in La Conca.

Livestream: Round 4 of the WSK Super Master Series in Sarno

Livestream: Round 4 of the WSK Super Master Series in Sarno Read more

The 4th and final round of the WSK Master Series, one of the most important international championships on the sidelines of the FIA ​​events, will take place at the International Circuit of Naples from 10th to 13th March. Actually, for the KZ category it will be the 3rd round as it was not scheduled for last week in Lecce, contrarily to the Mini, OK Junior and OK Senior classes.

All is set in Sarno for the finals of the WSK Super Master Series

All is set in Sarno for the finals of the WSK Super Master Series Read more

The final stages will take place on Sunday, March 13. A lot of spectacles is ahead at the International Circuit Napoli in Sarno. Prefinals will begin at 10.40, Finals at 14.20 and will be available in Live Streaming.

The grand finale of the WSK Super Master Series in Sarno

The grand finale of the WSK Super Master Series in Sarno Read more

The fourth round of the WSK Super Master Series scored another great participation success as over 270 drivers are ready to compete at the International Circuit Napoli. Qualifying heats are underway.  

Results: Round 4 of the WSK Super Master Series in Sarno

Results: Round 4 of the WSK Super Master Series in Sarno Read more

The 4th and final round of the WSK Master Series, one of the most important international championships on the sidelines of the FIA ​​events, will take place at the International Circuit of Naples from 10th to 13th March. Actually, for the KZ category it will be the 3rd round as it was not scheduled for last week in Lecce, contrarily to the Mini, OK Junior and OK Senior classes.

Live timing: Round 4 of the WSK Super Master Series in Sarno

Live timing: Round 4 of the WSK Super Master Series in Sarno Read more

The 4th and final round of the WSK Master Series, one of the most important international championships on the sidelines of the FIA ​​events, will take place at the International Circuit of Naples from 10th to 13th March. Actually, for the KZ category it will be the 3rd round as it was not scheduled for last week in Lecce, contrarily to the Mini, OK Junior and OK Senior classes.

The fourth and decisive round of the WSK Super Master Series in Sarno

The fourth and decisive round of the WSK Super Master Series in Sarno Read more

All the four categories MINI, OKJ, OK and KZ2 will partake in the closing act of the series that will decide the titles of 2022. The decisive round will be held at the International Circuit Napoli in the weekend of March 11-13.  

The last round of the WSK Master takes place in Sarno this weekend

The last round of the WSK Master takes place in Sarno this weekend Read more

The 4th and final round of the WSK Master Series, one of the most important international championships on the sidelines of the FIA ​​events, will take place at the International Circuit of Naples from 10th to 13th March. Actually, for the KZ category it will be the 3rd round as it was not scheduled for last week in Lecce, contrarily to the Mini, OK Junior and OK Senior classes.

Birel ART Racing Team - Battle for grip at La Conca

Birel ART Racing Team - Battle for grip at La Conca Read more

In a wide range of conditions from dry to wet, the Birel ART Racing team proved the extent of its capabilities in the WSK Super Master Series at La Conca. Cristian Bertuca in OK and Kirill Kutskov in OK-Junior were the leaders of the Italian team in the extreme south of the country.

Poker of victories for Tony Kart

Poker of victories for Tony Kart Read more

Their Tony Kart Racer 401 RR scores four victories out of four races in this beginning of the 2022 international season. The last triumph in chronological order comes on the occasion of the third round of the WSK Super Master Series, held on the International La Conca Circuit, with Joseph Turney, in the OK category.

Good competitiveness in unique conditions at La Conca

Good competitiveness in unique conditions at La Conca Read more

Parolin Motorsport travelled to southern Italy to participate in the penultimate round of the WSK Super Masters Series at La Conca with 13 young drivers. The wet conditions in the Qualifying Heats and the lack of grip in the Finals made for some very special racing on a track that is usually known for its strong grip.

Very nice finals at the third round of the WSK Super Master Series in La Conca

Very nice finals at the third round of the WSK Super Master Series in La Conca Read more

In the three categories on track at the International Circuit La Conca, the OKJ victory went to Oleksandr Bondarev, that of OK to Joe Turney,  and MINI’s to Jindrich Pesl. The final round of the WSK Super Master Series will be in Sarno on March 13th.

Livestream: Round 3 of the WSK Super Master Series in La Conca

Livestream: Round 3 of the WSK Super Master Series in La Conca Read more

The third round of the championship for the three categories OK, OKJ and MINI will get underway from March 3rd to 6th in La Conca. After the two rounds held in Lonato last January 30th and February 13th, the classifications are quite open with a lot of protagonists. On top of that, regulations will award increased points in the closing appointments of La Conca this coming weekend and in Sarno one week afterwards.

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Bertrand Pignolet: "We have tried to reposition as many competitions as possible in the second part of the season"
Bart Luijkx
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Bertrand Pignolet: "We have tried to reposition as many competitions as possible in the second part of the season"

Frenchman Bertrand Pignolet is at the head of one of the world's leading kart manufacturers. The Sodikart company, founded by Gildas Mérian, divides its activity between rental karting and manufacturing competition chassis. Sodi karts have shone at the highest international level in KZ and KZ2 while increasing their presence in all other categories. Sodikart is also involved in the organisation of races through its 3MK Events department. This interview with Bertrand Pignolet was conducted in April 2020 while COVID-19 was paralysing a large part of the planet.

 

- Can you tell us how Sodikart currently operates?

So far, it is going as well as possible. The company was placed on short-time working as of 17th March in order to preserve the health of its staff. We are fortunate to be located in the west of France, which has not been seriously affected by the virus. I am well aware that the situation is much more severe in other regions and countries. Our thoughts are with all the families who have been hit by COVID-19.

We have been able to provide minimum service since 1st April to ship parts to our customers who have requested them. Since 14th April, we have resumed production with reduced shifts. We are once again assembling competition and rental karts. Sodikart has a strong international presence and some countries have asked us to deliver to them. Some have never been confined, others are beginning to be unconfined. The plant is currently operating at around 40% of its capacity and workforce.

Of course, we have put the emphasis on protecting the health of all our employees, our top priority, through barrier methods, the provision of hydroalcoholic gel and the wearing of masks and gloves. Production was thus restarted, to the satisfaction of the teams.

 

- How have you adapted to the health crisis?

Very quickly, thanks to the responsiveness of one of our R&D employees, Sodikart has put its 3D printing capacity at the service of hospitals and healthcare workers in the Nantes region by producing protective masks and visor supports. It was a moral duty for us.

Through our events department 3MK Events, in a few weeks, we also set up an E-Sport championship which was a great success in France. We have nothing to gain financially from this operation, but it seemed important to us to contribute to strengthening the karting community which, due to confinement, can no longer go to the tracks. Our goal was mainly to maintain the link between all the players in the field by allowing them to have a bit of fun and to rediscover the sensations of racing, even though online games are nothing like real karting competition.

Finally, we are delighted to see the success of Bas Lammers on social networks and beyond thanks to his very well-attended physical preparation programme. He perfectly fulfils his mission as a Sodikart ambassador within the sporting community. He knows how to show all the qualities that we appreciate in him. His joie de vivre, his dynamism and charisma, as well as his total involvement in sport and his legendary fair play. I am convinced that he has more than ever become a role model in sport while continuing to embody a model athlete.  Having said that, we look forward, like him, with barely concealed impatience to see him show his talent on a circuit because that is where he excels the most.

 

- How do you see the resumption of karting competition?

I have the honour of participating in the CIK-FIA sporting working group, we met a few days ago in a video-conference. For the moment, we have tried to reposition as many competitions as possible in the second part of the season. However, in my opinion, it will be difficult to envisage holding international races in Italy, Spain or France before the end of August. Apparently, some territorial administrations have already indicated that they will not issue permits before September. The problem is not the concentration of people on a circuit, because the races take place in the open air and well-applied barriers limit the risks. It is the mobilisation of health resources such as ambulances, doctors and first-aid workers for non-priority activities that could delay a resumption.

On the other hand, for international competitions, there is the problem of the participants' travel from to their country of origin, according to the administrative decisions of each state, as well as with regard to flight capacity. What would be the value of an international competition, a World Championship, if representatives of several countries could not travel to it? This poses an ethical and sporting problem, over and above a health problem. It remains a big question at the moment. Under these conditions, it is complicated to prepare a four-month calendar. I hope that we will be able to maintain the maximum number of dates for the European Championships in OK and Junior, as well as in KZ, KZ2 and especially the World Championships. Unfortunately, there is no guarantee today that we will be able to do everything. 

 

- How do you currently assess the possible consequences of the pandemic?

There are several parts to try to answer this question. First of all, the health impact will depend on the cures that can be developed to deal with the disease and the speed with which treatments or vaccines can limit the extent of the disease. This remains the main unknown to date.

On the other hand, it is clear that the economic impact will be strong worldwide. We need only look at the sharp increase in unemployment in recent weeks. However, it is almost impossible to predict the magnitude and duration of its effects on the health of economies or markets.

Finally, being naturally optimistic, I believe that the psychological impact of such a crisis will also bring opportunities for those who want to seize them. Many people, currently confined, have time to reflect and perhaps to redefine their priorities in life... Some may withdraw into themselves, but I am convinced that many of us, after this health crisis is over, will simply enjoy life and be aware of how lucky we are to simply be healthy. So I hope that the practice of sports in general, and karting in particular, will again be able to develop and attract young talent from all over the world!

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