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...

The closing round of WSK Euro Series in Sarno with over 250 drivers

The closing round of WSK Euro Series in Sarno with over 250 drivers Read more

The International Circuit Napoli of Sarno is gearing up to host the third round of WSK Euro Series, the event that will name the winners of MINI, OKJ, OK and KZ2 from June 24th to 27th.

Vortex: Pole and victory in the WSK Euro Series

Vortex: Pole and victory in the WSK Euro Series Read more

On the occasion of the second round at the Adria Karting Raceway, Freddie Slater gets the first place in the final of the OKJ class while David Walther signs the pole position. Good results also in KZ2 and OK classes for the Vortex engines.

Kosmic Kart’s victory in the Euro Series

Kosmic Kart’s victory in the Euro Series Read more

On the occasion of the second round of the WSK Euro Series, the Kosmic Kart chassis win in the OKJ class thanks to Freddie Slater and Ricky Flynn Motorsport, besides the podium gained also by Enea Frey.

James Wharton remains strong in the face of adversity

James Wharton remains strong in the face of adversity Read more

The WSK Euro Series, which started in the rain at the beginning of April in Lonato, continued in the heat at the Adria Karting Raceway in the north-east of Italy. Serious and diligent, the Australian James Wharton delivered a magnificent attacking race to climb up the hierarchy after a difficult start to the meeting. Ranked 12th in the Final, the young member of the Ferrari Driver Academy more than ever remains among the best drivers in the world in the OK category.

Tony Kart leader of the WSK “Euro”

Tony Kart leader of the WSK “Euro” Read more

With a top 5 in the second round of the season at the Adria Karting Raceway, their driver Harley Keeble climbs to the first place in the championship standings of the OKJ class.

Exprit continues the WSK "Euro" in Adria

Exprit continues the WSK "Euro" in Adria Read more

The Exprit Racing Team takes part in the second round of the WSK Euro Series, run at the Adria Karting Raceway. The bad luck doesn't allow to achieve the expected results in the OKJ class.

Birel ART Racing Team - Red triumph in WSK at Adria

Birel ART Racing Team - Red triumph in WSK at Adria Read more

The second round of the WSK Euro Series was held this weekend at Adria Karting Raceway, the circuit that will host the final round of the European KZ and KZ2 Championship in mid-August. The Birel ART Racing team had the ambition to achieve good results and their hopes were fulfilled.

Christian Costoya on the second step of the podium at Adria

Christian Costoya on the second step of the podium at Adria Read more

The arrival of warm summer weather coincided with a number of new and rewarding performances for the Parolin Motorsport team at Adria Karting Raceway. The second round of the WSK Euro Series, which took place from 10th to 13th June 2021, saw Christian Costoya shine at the top of the Mini class, while Francesco Celenta showed his competitiveness in KZ2 at the circuit which will host the final round of the European Championship in August.

Podium for Leclerc by Lennox Racing at Adria

Podium for Leclerc by Lennox Racing at Adria Read more

The team reaped the fruits of its work in the second round of the WSK Euro Series and won the bronze medal in OK with Martinius Stenshorne. The Leclerc by Lennox Racing team had a very satisfying weekend at the Adria Karting Raceway circuit. The CL chassis produced by Birel ART and powered by TM Racing demonstrated their competitiveness in all classes, from MINI to KZ2.
 

The second round of WSK Euro Series was won by Kremers (KZ2), Lindblad (OK), Slater (OKJ) and Olivieri (MINI)

The second round of WSK Euro Series was won by Kremers (KZ2), Lindblad (OK), Slater (OKJ) and Olivieri (MINI) Read more

In the intense weekend in Adria, Kremers increased his classification lead in KZ2, Lindblad did the same in OK. Slater closed in on Keeble in OKJ, while Olivieri is the new leader of MINI.

Sunday live streaming coverage: Round 2 of the WSK Euro Series at the Adria Karting Raceway

Sunday live streaming coverage: Round 2 of the WSK Euro Series at the Adria Karting Raceway Read more

The second round of WSK Euro Series is on at the Adria Karting Raceway with an important and high-quality presence of 220 drivers out of the entered 240 in the four categories MINI, OKJ, OK and KZ2 after the opener in Lonato. The main constructors, teams and most competitive drivers on the international scene are present in representation of 48 different countries spread all over the world.

The heats in Adria named the candidates to the win of the second round of WSK Euro Series

The heats in Adria named the candidates to the win of the second round of WSK Euro Series Read more

In KZ2 the first position in the heats went to the Dutch Marijn Kremers, that of OK to the Brit Arvid Lindblad, OKJ’s to the Dane  David Walther, MINI’s to the Czech Jindrich Pesl. Prefinals and Finals on Sunday with TV Live Streaming from 10:40 to 14:00.

Live timing: Round 2 of the WSK Euro Series at the Adria Karting Raceway

Live timing: Round 2 of the WSK Euro Series at the Adria Karting Raceway Read more

The second round of WSK Euro Series is on at the Adria Karting Raceway with an important and high-quality presence of 220 drivers out of the entered 240 in the four categories MINI, OKJ, OK and KZ2 after the opener in Lonato. The main constructors, teams and most competitive drivers on the international scene are present in representation of 48 different countries spread all over the world.

Results: Round 2 of the WSK Euro Series at the Adria Karting Raceway

Results: Round 2 of the WSK Euro Series at the Adria Karting Raceway Read more

The second round of WSK Euro Series is on at the Adria Karting Raceway with an important and high-quality presence of 220 drivers out of the entered 240 in the four categories MINI, OKJ, OK and KZ2 after the opener in Lonato. The main constructors, teams and most competitive drivers on the international scene are present in representation of 48 different countries spread all over the world.

The second round of the WSK Euro Series is underway in Adria

The second round of the WSK Euro Series is underway in Adria Read more

The second round of WSK Euro Series is on at the Adria Karting Raceway with an important and high-quality presence of 220 drivers out of the entered 240 in the four categories MINI, OKJ, OK and KZ2 after the opener in Lonato. The main constructors, teams and most competitive drivers on the international scene are present in representation of 48 different countries spread all over the world.

Kart CRG - WSK Euro heads to Adria this weekend

Kart CRG - WSK Euro heads to Adria this weekend Read more

International karting will be on stage in Adria this weekend where is scheduled the 2nd round of the WSK Euro Series, a particularly interesting meeting for the KZ category that will compete on the same track in the 2nd and final round of the FIA ​​European Championship in August. 47 drivers will compete in the premier class, with all the top drivers and the most important teams giving a great show on the track. Overall, as in every WSK event, there will be 4 classes in the race and together with the KZ we will see the Mini with 87 entrants, the OK-Junior with 71 drivers and the OK with 40.

The second round of WSK Euro Series in Adria from June 10th to 13th 2021

The second round of WSK Euro Series in Adria from June 10th to 13th 2021 Read more

After the opening race held in Lonato, Marijn Kremers is leading KZ2, Arvid Lindblad OK, Rashid Al Dhaheri OKJ and Jindrich Pesl MINI. The final stages in Live Streaming on Sunday, June 13th.  

Double Vortex podium in the WSK “Master” in Lonato

Double Vortex podium in the WSK “Master” in Lonato Read more

In the final act of the WSK Super Master Series 2021, the OTK Kart Group engines gains two podiums in the OK and OKJ classes, other than several fast laps to add to its final outcome.

Exprit ends the “Master Series” in Lonato

Exprit ends the “Master Series” in Lonato Read more

The Exprit Racing Team, at the start of all three single-gear categories, ends its journey in the WSK 2021 Championship at the South Garda Karting. Their chassis also grab a podium in OKJ class.

Kosmic Racing Department on the podium of Lonato

Kosmic Racing Department on the podium of Lonato Read more

Third place for Luigi Coluccio with the Kosmic Kart Racing Department in the final of the OK category, on the occasion of the fourth and final round of the WSK Super Master Series 2021.

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2018 VORTEX triumphs
Bas Kaligis
/ Categories: CIKFIA, WSK, Technical

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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