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.  

A great appointment for the WSK Super Master Series with the fourth round in Franciacorta

A great appointment for the WSK Super Master Series with the fourth round in Franciacorta Read more

The penultimate round of the WSK Super Master Series confirms to be an extraordinary event, which went beyond 400 entered drivers for the second time in a row.

A new prestigious trophy for the Pole Positions by WSK

A new prestigious trophy for the Pole Positions by WSK Read more

Starting from the next round of the WSK Super Master Series at the Franciacorta Karting Track, a new and exclusive award will be given for the Pole Position in the WSK Promotion events.

400 drivers also expected in Franciacorta’s round of the WSK Super Master Series

400 drivers also expected in Franciacorta’s round of the WSK Super Master Series Read more

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 three rounds in La Conca, Sarno and Lonato.

Tony Kart’s pole position and podium in Lonato del Garda

Tony Kart’s pole position and podium in Lonato del Garda Read more

On the occasion of the third round of the WSK Super Master Series, the Tony Kart Racer 401 T chassis sets the best chrono time in OKJ qualifyings with Ilie Tristan Crisan, third place in Sunday afternoon's final.

Parolin continues to set the pace in Lonato

Parolin continues to set the pace in Lonato Read more

Parolin Motorsport had a difficult meeting at Lonato for the third round of the WSK Super Master Series, with cold temperatures throughout the weekend and a soggy track on Sunday for the Prefinals and Finals. Despite these conditions, each driver excelled in his category, in a field of over 400 competitors.

Birel ART confirms the competitiveness of its chassis at Lonato

Birel ART confirms the competitiveness of its chassis at Lonato Read more

Birel ART's momentum continued at the third round of the WSK Super Master Series in Lonato. For the Racing Team, taking part in its second event of the season, Cristian Bertuca crossed the finish line in 1st place in the KZ2 category, at the end of a gruelling Final. Unfortunately, he was demoted to 2nd place by a penalty for going off the track.

Victory and outstanding overall performance for Sodikart at Lonato

Victory and outstanding overall performance for Sodikart at Lonato Read more

Pole position in the dry, victory in the rain... the Sodi chassis proved competitive in all conditions on the demanding Lonato track. Winner of the Final, Senna Van Walstijn took the lead of the WSK Super Master Series in the KZ2 category. It was also a great overall performance by Sodikart and the CPB Sport team in Italy, with a total of six chassis in the top 12, including four in the top six!

The winners of the extraordinary third round of the WSK Super Master Series

The winners of the extraordinary third round of the WSK Super Master Series Read more

In the spectacular international setting of Lonato, the winners of the third round of the season were Bergman (MINI U10), Perico (MINI Gr.3 sub judice), Hoogendoorn (OKJ), Drummond (OK), Stanley (OK-NJ) and Van Walstijn (KZ2).

Livestream: Round 3 of the '2025 WSK Super Master Series' at the South Garda Karting circuit

Livestream: Round 3 of the '2025 WSK Super Master Series' at the South Garda Karting circuit Read more

All the protagonists of international karting will make it to the track from February 19th to 23rd at the South Garda Karting circuit in Lonato for the third round of the WSK Super Master Series. With approximately 400 drivers expected across all categories, from MINI to the highly competitive OKNJ, OKJ, OK, and KZ2, this event promises to be another thrilling showdown. All major manufacturers, top teams, and the world's leading drivers will be present.

The finalists of the WSK Super Master Series in Lonato

The finalists of the WSK Super Master Series in Lonato Read more

The end of the heats defined the main protagonists of the third round of the WSK Super Master Series that will live its final challenge on Sunday, February 23rd. Live TV coverage from 9:45 and 13:30.

The first heats of the WSK Super Master Series in Lonato

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

Qualifying practice and heats on Friday named the first protagonists of the third round of the WSK Super Master Series at the South Garda Karting circuit in Lonato.

A total of 401 drivers in Lonato for an extraordinary WSK Super Master Series

A total of 401 drivers in Lonato for an extraordinary WSK Super Master Series Read more

The participation is quite big in the third round of the WSK Super Master Series that is underway at the South Garda Karting circuit. Qualifying practice and the initial heats have been run ahead of the finals on Sunday, February 23rd.
 

Results: Round 3 of the '2025 WSK Super Master Series' at the South Garda Karting circuit

Results: Round 3 of the '2025 WSK Super Master Series' at the South Garda Karting circuit Read more

All the protagonists of international karting will make it to the track from February 19th to 23rd at the South Garda Karting circuit in Lonato for the third round of the WSK Super Master Series. With approximately 400 drivers expected across all categories, from MINI to the highly competitive OKNJ, OKJ, OK, and KZ2, this event promises to be another thrilling showdown. All major manufacturers, top teams, and the world's leading drivers will be present.

Live timing: Round 3 of the '2025 WSK Super Master Series' at the South Garda Karting circuit

Live timing: Round 3 of the '2025 WSK Super Master Series' at the South Garda Karting circuit Read more

All the protagonists of international karting will make it to the track from February 19th to 23rd at the South Garda Karting circuit in Lonato for the third round of the WSK Super Master Series. With approximately 400 drivers expected across all categories, from MINI to the highly competitive OKNJ, OKJ, OK, and KZ2, this event promises to be another thrilling showdown. All major manufacturers, top teams, and the world's leading drivers will be present.

First appearance of the season for the CRG Racing Team in Lonato

First appearance of the season for the CRG Racing Team in Lonato Read more

This weekend, a selection of CRG official drivers will take part in the 3rd Round of the WSK Master Series scheduled on the Lonato track. This is an important technical shakedown for the team, which will make its first official appearance in the race led by the new Team Principal Jeremy Iglesias. The former French driver will be assisted by Natalia Balbo and Brandon Nilsson, who led the team last year and, after the intense winter testing programme, the Lonato event will be very useful for refining all the management balances in the context of the short and frenetic times of a race weekend.

415 entered drivers in Lonato’s round of the WSK Super Master Series

415 entered drivers in Lonato’s round of the WSK Super Master Series Read more

The third round of the WSK Super Master Series is going to be on from February, 19-23, and it registered important presence in all categories.

Around 400 drivers expected at the third round of the WSK Super Master Series in Lonato

Around 400 drivers expected at the third round of the WSK Super Master Series in Lonato Read more

All the protagonists of international karting will make it to the track from February 19th to 23rd at the South Garda Karting circuit in Lonato for the third round of the WSK Super Master Series.

A competitive Tony Kart at the WSK Super Master Series in Sarno

A competitive Tony Kart at the WSK Super Master Series in Sarno Read more

On the occasion of the second round of the championship, the Tony Kart Racer 401 T constantly runs in the top positions of KZ2, OK, OKJ and MINI Gr.3 categories with the Racing Team official drivers.

Parolin on winning form at Sarno

Parolin on winning form at Sarno Read more

The WSK Super Master Series continued at Sarno, near Naples, for the second event of the season (6th-9th February). Parolin again took a podium finish in OK with Christian Costoya, while the OK-Junior drivers are also becoming consistent frontrunners.

Kart Republic: Further success for the KR chassis in Sarno

Kart Republic: Further success for the KR chassis in Sarno Read more

Two weeks after a highly successful event at La Conca, the WSK Super Master Series continued at Sarno, one of the circuits that will host a round of the FIA European Karting Championship. The KR-IAME packages maintained a very high level of performance, while enabling the teams working with the Kart Republic factory to gather valuable information on this difficult track. The triple success of the KR chassis in OK-Junior was one of the highlights of the trip to the Neapolitan region.

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Jeremy Iglesias: “I did everything I could to stay in shape to be ready to compete again”
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Jeremy Iglesias: “I did everything I could to stay in shape to be ready to compete again”

A professional driver with the Italian manufacturer IPK, in the Formula K colours, the Frenchman Jeremy Iglesias has been racing at a high level for more than 12 years.  Three times FIA Karting European Championship vice-champion in KZ, he is one of the most respected drivers in the paddock thanks to his recognised talent and his unanimously appreciated fair play. As deconfinement is gradually spreading across Europe, at the beginning of May 2020 he speaks about the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Jeremy, how did these weeks of containment go for you?

Like everyone else, I stayed quietly sheltered at home with my loved ones. I tried to stay active and motivated away from the racetrack.  At first, I felt a certain anxiety when I saw the number of infections increasing every day and I wondered how far it would go. Fortunately, the containment and physical distancing have paid off, but we must not decrease our efforts.

I did everything I could to stay in shape to be ready to compete again. I didn't want to let it come as a surprise and regret not having done the right thing. Luckily, at the end of last year, I started working with a coach for the first time in my career. I put my trust in a young man who is starting out in this business, Grégory Monin and his EPS company. I wanted to improve my physical condition which didn't feel optimal after the diet I had had to follow when the minimum weight for the KZ category was lowered. Being supported by a specialist helped me a great deal during the confinement thanks to a specially adapted nutritional programme and daily activities. Preparing myself physically and mentally helped me to maintain my motivation in view of the European and World Championships which I am looking forward to.

What is your relationship with your employer like?

I realise how lucky I am to work for a significant company like IPK which has the ability to support this phase of inactivity. We have found common ground with a form of short-time working that allows me to continue to receive a salary without putting the financial health of the factory in jeopardy because I understand that it is not possible to pay employees 100% at the moment. I am well aware that this must be much more complicated for smaller companies that may not have been in their best shape before the pandemic. When the racing stops, the whole system that revolves around it is paralysed. I admit that this is worrying for the karting world in general.

You started to diversify your activities at the beginning of the season. How is it going?

Yes, I have created a team, in direct collaboration with the IPK factory, to manage young French drivers in national and international competitions, particularly in the KZ2 category. Unfortunately, we were only able to do one race before everything was blocked. We are now waiting for the recovery. France is gradually starting to come out of the confinement from 11th May. The track at Brignoles, which is managed by my brother Yannick, can accommodate a few drivers while respecting strict sanitary rules. I plan to go there very soon to receive some equipment and do some tests before I can go to Italy.

Do you miss racing?

Like any driver, I am only waiting for one thing: to be able to race. I can see that in Italy, the maximum is being done to organise competitions in the near future. I know that the FFSA is working effectively on this subject as well. The situation is progressing, but we must remain patient. On the other hand, what we don't know is how the foreign drivers are going to get to the circuits. In France, for example, we are limited to travelling within a 100 km radius of our home, at least until June. Drivers for international competitions come from all over the world, which will complicate things.

In terms of health, karting can adapt to the new constraints of the pandemic if everyone is disciplined. Wearing masks, respecting distance, limiting the number of people, none of this is impossible. I think everyone is aware that if we start again as before without taking precautions, the consequences could be much more serious. Other sports, which present more risks of contact, such as football, are announcing a return to competition, so why not karting?

In addition to the health crisis, we are going to have to face an economic crisis. I was trying to imagine the financial consequences that will affect other sectors as well because we cannot just think about karting. It is certain that many sectors will suffer, we can see this simply by looking around us. Thoughtful behaviour will give us a better chance of overcoming this ordeal.

 

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