The protagonists of the WSK Euro Series 2026 hitting the track in Viterbo
The protagonists of the WSK Euro Series 2026 hitting the track in Viterbo

The protagonists of the WSK Euro Series...

The protagonists of the WSK Euro Series 2026 hitting the track in Viterbo

The protagonists of the WSK Euro Series 2026 hitting the track in Viterbo

Free practice kicked off the first round of the WSK Euro Series at the Leopard Circuit Viterbo. The final stages will have TV Live Streaming coverage on Saturday, February 14th.
Lenovo Kalì Kart heads to Viterbo for the first race of the season
Lenovo Kalì Kart heads to Viterbo for the first race of the season

Lenovo Kalì Kart heads to Viterbo for...

Lenovo Kalì Kart heads to Viterbo for the first race of the season

Lenovo Kalì Kart heads to Viterbo for the first race of the season

The wait is over for the Lenovo Kalì Kart Team: on Saturday, February 14, the team will compete in Round 1 of the WSK Euro Series, the first race of the season. This important international event,...
Tony Kart: Pole, Victory and Podium at WSK in Sarno
Tony Kart: Pole, Victory and Podium at WSK in Sarno

Tony Kart: Pole, Victory and Podium at...

Tony Kart: Pole, Victory and Podium at WSK in Sarno

Tony Kart: Pole, Victory and Podium at WSK in Sarno

The Tony Kart Racing Team faces the second round of the WSK Super Master Series, taking third place in OK class with Jindrich Pesl, who sets the fastest time in the qualifyings. The Racer 401 T...
More successes in WSK for Kart Republic in Sarno
More successes in WSK for Kart Republic in Sarno

More successes in WSK for Kart Republic...

More successes in WSK for Kart Republic in Sarno

More successes in WSK for Kart Republic in Sarno

From Mini to KZ, KR chassis performed well in all categories during the second round of the WSK Super Master Series. This was clearly the Italian brand's goal for this trip to the Sarno circuit,...
A strong presence at the forefront for Modena Kart
A strong presence at the forefront for Modena Kart

A strong presence at the forefront for...

A strong presence at the forefront for Modena Kart

A strong presence at the forefront for Modena Kart

The concept of ‘team’ took on its full meaning once again in Sarno for Modena Kart during the second round of the WSK Super Master Series. The nine drivers entered by the Italian team all...
The CRG Racing line chassis 2026
The CRG Racing line chassis 2026

The CRG Racing line chassis 2026

The CRG Racing line chassis 2026

The CRG Racing line chassis 2026

In almost all national markets, the 2026 karting season is already getting underway. It has also had an international prologue with the first WSK meetings, before entering the heart of the season with...
Parolin Motorsport celebrates Sarno wins for Hoogendoorn and Burgess
Parolin Motorsport celebrates Sarno wins for Hoogendoorn and Burgess

Parolin Motorsport celebrates Sarno wins...

Parolin Motorsport celebrates Sarno wins for Hoogendoorn and Burgess

Parolin Motorsport celebrates Sarno wins for Hoogendoorn and Burgess

Parolin delivered another strong weekend in the WSK Super Master Series at Sarno, converting pace into race victories, podium finishes and significant forward progress across multiple categories and...
Sodikart confirms its supremacy at Sarno: Victory and one-two finish in KZ2
Sodikart confirms its supremacy at Sarno: Victory and one-two finish in KZ2

Sodikart confirms its supremacy at...

Sodikart confirms its supremacy at Sarno: Victory and one-two finish in KZ2

Sodikart confirms its supremacy at Sarno: Victory and one-two finish in KZ2

After a remarkable start to the season at La Conca, with a triple victory in the KZ2 category, the Sodi Racing Team and its partner CPB Sport set up their facilities at the Circuito Internazionale di...
The first round of the WSK Euro Series 2026 in Viterbo next February 11 - 14
The first round of the WSK Euro Series 2026 in Viterbo next February 11 - 14

The first round of the WSK Euro Series...

The first round of the WSK Euro Series 2026 in Viterbo next February 11 - 14

The first round of the WSK Euro Series 2026 in Viterbo next February 11 - 14

Around 260 drivers are expected in the opening round of the series at the Leopard Circuit Viterbo. The final stages on Saturday, February 14th, will be with the TV Live Streaming coverage.
The second round of the WSK Super Master Series launches new protagonists
The second round of the WSK Super Master Series launches new protagonists

The second round of the WSK Super Master...

The second round of the WSK Super Master Series launches new protagonists

The second round of the WSK Super Master Series launches new protagonists

In Sarno the victories went to Van Walstijn (KZ2), Hoogendoorn (OK), Babicek (OKJ), Burgess (MINI U10), Godschalk (MINI Gr3), and Perico (OK-NJ).
Livestream: Round 2 of the 2026 WSK Super Master Series at the International Circuit Napoli in Sarno
Livestream: Round 2 of the 2026 WSK Super Master Series at the International Circuit Napoli in Sarno

Livestream: Round 2 of the 2026 WSK...

Livestream: Round 2 of the 2026 WSK Super Master Series at the International Circuit Napoli in Sarno

Livestream: Round 2 of the 2026 WSK Super Master Series at the International Circuit Napoli in Sarno

Following the extraordinary season opener of the WSK Super Master Series 2026 at the La Conca International Circuit on January 25th, the second round is already at the starting blocks, scheduled to...
The finalists of the WSK Super Master Series in Sarno
The finalists of the WSK Super Master Series in Sarno

The finalists of the WSK Super Master...

The finalists of the WSK Super Master Series in Sarno

The finalists of the WSK Super Master Series in Sarno

The leaders after the heats are Van Walstijn (KZ2), Drummond (OK), Miron (OKJ), Bos (MINI U10), Mair (MINI Gr3) and Perico (OK-NJ). Prefinals and Finals on Sunday, February 8th.
The initial heats of the WSK Super Master Series
The initial heats of the WSK Super Master Series

The initial heats of the WSK Super...

The initial heats of the WSK Super Master Series

The initial heats of the WSK Super Master Series

Confirmations and surprises in the initial heats at Sarno. The remaining qualifying heats will be on Saturday, while Prefinals and Finals will follow on Sunday, February 8th.
The first indications of the WSK Super Master Series in Sarno
The first indications of the WSK Super Master Series in Sarno

The first indications of the WSK Super...

The first indications of the WSK Super Master Series in Sarno

The first indications of the WSK Super Master Series in Sarno

A total of 311 drivers are on track. The pole positions went to Luyet (KZ2), Pesl (OK), Green (OKJ), Francisco (MINI U10), Sheetov (MINI Gr.3) and Perico (OK-NJ).
Results: Round 2 of the 2026 WSK Super Master Series at the International Circuit Napoli in Sarno
Results: Round 2 of the 2026 WSK Super Master Series at the International Circuit Napoli in Sarno

Results: Round 2 of the 2026 WSK Super...

Results: Round 2 of the 2026 WSK Super Master Series at the International Circuit Napoli in Sarno

Results: Round 2 of the 2026 WSK Super Master Series at the International Circuit Napoli in Sarno

Following the extraordinary season opener of the WSK Super Master Series 2026 at the La Conca International Circuit on January 25th, the second round is already at the starting blocks, scheduled to...
Live timing: Round 2 of the 2026 WSK Super Master Series at the International Circuit Napoli in...
Live timing: Round 2 of the 2026 WSK Super Master Series at the International Circuit Napoli in...

Live timing: Round 2 of the 2026 WSK...

Live timing: Round 2 of the 2026 WSK Super Master Series at the International Circuit Napoli in...

Live timing: Round 2 of the 2026 WSK Super Master Series at the International Circuit Napoli in...

Following the extraordinary season opener of the WSK Super Master Series 2026 at the La Conca International Circuit on January 25th, the second round is already at the starting blocks, scheduled to...
The second round of the WSK Super Master Series is about to get underway in Sarno
The second round of the WSK Super Master Series is about to get underway in Sarno

The second round of the WSK Super Master...

The second round of the WSK Super Master Series is about to get underway in Sarno

The second round of the WSK Super Master Series is about to get underway in Sarno

Following the first two days dedicated to free practice, Sarno’s event will get underway on Friday, February 6th. The final stages with TV Live Streaming will be on Sunday, February 8th.
WSK Super Master Series takes it to the track in Sarno
WSK Super Master Series takes it to the track in Sarno

WSK Super Master Series takes it to the...

WSK Super Master Series takes it to the track in Sarno

WSK Super Master Series takes it to the track in Sarno

From February 4th to 8th, the second round of the WSK Super Master Series will get underway at the International Circuit Napoli of Sarno. 320 international-level drivers are expected.
Energy Corse and Krutogolov on top of the podium already in 2026
Energy Corse and Krutogolov on top of the podium already in 2026

Energy Corse and Krutogolov on top of...

Energy Corse and Krutogolov on top of the podium already in 2026

Energy Corse and Krutogolov on top of the podium already in 2026

The new karting season has just begun, and Energy Corse has already celebrated its first victory. At La Conca in southern Italy, during the first round of the WSK Super Master Series, Lev Krutogolov...
Subscriptions accepted for the WSK Euro Series 2026
Subscriptions accepted for the WSK Euro Series 2026

Subscriptions accepted for the WSK Euro...

Subscriptions accepted for the WSK Euro Series 2026

Subscriptions accepted for the WSK Euro Series 2026

Three events in the WSK Euro Series 2026: Viterbo, Lonato and Cremona. The closing day is on Saturday.

WSK beyond 30.000 participations and acknowledges teams and drivers

WSK beyond 30.000 participations and acknowledges teams and drivers Read more

With the start to the 2021 karting campaign, WSK goes beyond the 30.000 participations in 228 karting and motorsport events organized since the start of its activity back in 2006.

Adria 2021, episode 2: Birel ART prepares for the future

Adria 2021, episode 2: Birel ART prepares for the future Read more

The Birel ART Racing team entered the second international event of the season, the first of the four competitions of the WSK Super Master Series with an almost complete line-up of 17 drivers. Longhi in KZ2, Kucharczyk in OK and Van Langendonck in Mini were able to put in top performances, in the top five, or very close, while the field had strengthened even more since the WSK Champions Cup of the previous week. Birel ART Racing can confidently continue its preparation phase for the big events of 2021.

The growing Exprit in the WSK Super Master Series

The growing Exprit in the WSK Super Master Series Read more

Charlie Wurz, official driver of the Exprit Racing Team, hits the final of the OK category in the first round of the WSK Super Master Series, at the Adria Karting Raceway.

Bad luck for the Tony Kart on the occasion of the first event of the “Master Series”

Bad luck for the Tony Kart on the occasion of the first event of the “Master Series” Read more

The Tony Kart Racing Team gets important results in the qualifying and in the heats of the KZ2, OK, OKJ and MINI classes on the occasion of the first round of the WSK Super Master Series, unfortunately, lost due to several bad luck events.

Positive shakedown in Adria for the CRG Team

Positive shakedown in Adria for the CRG Team Read more

The opening round of the WSK Master, which took place in Adria from the 25th to the 28th February, has been the first outing for nearly the whole CRG team, with all 4 categories (Mini, Junior, Ok and KZ) on the track at the same time.

James Wharton's preparation for the 2021 season accelerates

James Wharton's preparation for the 2021 season accelerates Read more

Racing this season in OK with the official Parolin Motorsport team, James Wharton continues his intensive preparation for the great international FIA Karting championships of 2021.

Leclerc by Lennox Racing at the double in Adria

Leclerc by Lennox Racing at the double in Adria Read more

After its success in the WSK Champions Cup, the team led by Jordon Lennox-Lamb also won the first round of the WSK Super Master Series with driver Viktor Gustavsson, who took the KZ2 Final by storm. 2021 continued on a positive note for the Leclerc by Lennox Racing team. The CL chassis produced by Birel ART and powered by TM Racing once again proved extremely competitive in all classes, from MINI to KZ2.

Parolin Motorsport Srl - Another victory and improved performance in Adria in WSK Super Master

Parolin Motorsport Srl - Another victory and improved performance in Adria in WSK Super Master Read more

A week after the WSK Champions Cup, the Parolin Motorsport team completed an even more satisfactory event during the opening round of the WSK Super Master Series on the circuit of Adria. With an even larger, and even tougher field, the official Parolin drivers scored very consistent results. Al Dhaheri took a second victory in OK-Junior, Celenta mounted the KZ2 podium, and several Mini drivers had the opportunity to shine.

The WSK Super Master Series of Adria goes to Gustavsson (KZ2), Camara (OK), Al Dhaheri (OKJ) and René Lammers (MINI)

The WSK Super Master Series of Adria goes to Gustavsson (KZ2), Camara (OK), Al Dhaheri (OKJ) and René Lammers (MINI) Read more

The opening round of the WSK Super Master Series confirmed the speed of the protagonists of the WSK Champions Cup. The Swede Viktor Gustavsson won KZ2, the Brazilian Rafael Camara OK, United Arab Emirates’ Rashid Al Dhaheri OKJ and the Dutch René Lammers MINI.   

Livestream: First round of the WSK Super Master Series at Adria International Raceway

Livestream: First round of the WSK Super Master Series at Adria International Raceway Read more

In Adria, the season is kicking off with the WSK Champions Cup that registered great presence in all the categories, from MINI to OK-Junior, OK and KZ2. This is an important confirmation for the whole sector and for all the protagonists that WSK Promotion keeps launching in its 16 years long history.

The favourites after the heats of WSK Super Master Series Rd1

The favourites after the heats of WSK Super Master Series Rd1 Read more

The heats on Saturday named the provisional classification leaders at the Adria Karting Raceway:  Puhakka in KZ2,  Lindblad in OK, Slater in OKJ ,  Costoya in MINI. The final stages available through the Live Streaming will be on Sunday, February 28th.    

The first round of WSK Super Master Series is underway

The first round of WSK Super Master Series is underway Read more

The opening meeting of WSK Super Master Series is underway in Adria. Qualifying practice and the first qualifying heats have taken place with a lot of protagonists coming to the fore in KZ2, OK, OKJ and MINI. Further heats will be run on Saturday, February 27th, while the closing stages will be on Sunday, February 28th with Live Streaming coverage.

Results: First round of the WSK Super Master Series at Adria International Raceway

Results: First round of the WSK Super Master Series at Adria International Raceway Read more

In Adria, the season is kicking off with the WSK Champions Cup that registered great presence in all the categories, from MINI to OK-Junior, OK and KZ2. This is an important confirmation for the whole sector and for all the protagonists that WSK Promotion keeps launching in its 16 years long history.

Livetiming: First round of the WSK Super Master Series at Adria International Raceway

Livetiming: First round of the WSK Super Master Series at Adria International Raceway Read more

In Adria, the season is kicking off with the WSK Champions Cup that registered great presence in all the categories, from MINI to OK-Junior, OK and KZ2. This is an important confirmation for the whole sector and for all the protagonists that WSK Promotion keeps launching in its 16 years long history.

All is set in Adria for the WSK Super Master Series

All is set in Adria for the WSK Super Master Series Read more

The Adria Karting Raceway is about to host the first round of the WSK Super Master Series from February 25th to 28th. The positive trend showed in the WSK Champions Cup has been confirmed in the four categories KZ2, OK, OKJ and MINI.    

Sodi Racing Team: Good start with 2nd place for Renaudin in the WSK Champions Cup

Sodi Racing Team: Good start with 2nd place for Renaudin in the WSK Champions Cup Read more

Postponed by a few weeks for safety reasons, the WSK Champions Cup has just launched the international season on the Italian circuit of Adria with more than 335 participants from 51 countries. Adrien Renaudin of the Sodi Racing Team never left the top three in the KZ2 category before finishing in 2nd position. Five of the eight CPB Sport drivers qualified for the Final and Arthur Carbonnel reached 8th place. Meanwhile, under the responsibility of Jean-Philippe Guignet, the youngsters experienced a baptism of fire in the official Sodikart structure, with the chance to benefit from the advice of Bas Lammers.

Parolin Motorsport Srl: First race and first victory already!

Parolin Motorsport Srl: First race and first victory already! Read more

The Parolin Motorsport team played a major role in the WSK Champions Cup in Adria and intends to remain a strong team throughout the year. Competitive in all categories, the Italian team won the OK-Junior Final with the promising Emirati Rashid Al Dhaheri, while the return of an official Parolin-TM Racing team in KZ2 resulted in a remarkable performance by Francesco Celenta. In the icing on the cake, the Parolin chassis won in 60 Mini thanks to the Dutchman René Lammers from the Baby Race Academy team.

Podium for the Exprit Kart at the WSK Champions Cup

Podium for the Exprit Kart at the WSK Champions Cup Read more

The Exprit Kart Noesis R chassis achieves an excellent second place on the occasion of the opening event of the season, at the Adria Karting Raceway circuit.

Perez (Mini), Ferrer (OK-Junior) and Moya (OK) complete the CRG’s driver line-up

Perez (Mini), Ferrer (OK-Junior) and Moya (OK) complete the CRG’s driver line-up Read more

With the 2021 season about to start, the CRG Racing Team has made official the last pieces to complete the team’s new driver line-up, announcing three Spanish drivers: Sandro Perez for the Mini category, Adrian Ferrer for the OK-Junior and Ruben Moya for the OK.

Leclerc by Lennox Racing: First race, first victory in the WSK Champions Cup

Leclerc by Lennox Racing: First race, first victory in the WSK Champions Cup Read more

The Leclerc by Lennox Racing team won at its seasonal debut on the Adria Karting Raceway circuit with Viktor Gustavsson, who dominated the KZ2 final. 2021 could not have started in a better way for the Leclerc by Lennox Racing team. The CL chassis manufactured by Birel ART and powered by TM Racing immediately proved to be fast in all the classes, from MINI to KZ2.

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Gabriel Bortoleto: "Karting is a mandatory step to become a professional racing driver, it is the most important school"
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Gabriel Bortoleto: "Karting is a mandatory step to become a professional racing driver, it is the most important school"

The Brazilian Gabriel Bortoleto has grown in karting with CRG: he has been part of the Team Gamoto in 60 Mini, then moved to the CRG Factory team of OK Junior in 2017. 

This is the profile of one of the most interesting karting drivers to whom we ask a balance of his season: “I am really happy about the work done with the team and the results obtained this year. We run several races and tests, I grew a lot as a driver and learned a lot. Regarding results, I got a lot of podiums and two prestigious results: the 3rd place at the World Championship and at the OKJ European Championship. We have been very competitive for the whole season and for this I have to thank all the staff of CRG and TM, that provided us with a great engine support.”

Tell us about your relationship with CRG that started with 60 Mini.
“My relationship with CRG and Giancarlo Tinini is special. When I came to Europe to compete in karts continuing the experience started in Brazil, my family and I chose CRG because it is one of the most advanced and better organized companies. In 60 Mini I have been part of Team Gamoto that has a direct connection with CRG’s Factory and then in 2017 I switched to the CRG Racing Team in OK-Junior. Last year we scored some positive results, like the podium of the European Championship in Sarno, but the experience and feeling built allowed us to be constantly competitive this year. One of the most important aspects that this karting experience has to give me, thinking about my future career, is to learn as much as possible in terms of technical aspects and driving. The training aspect at CRG is very important as we test a lot of solutions, have data analysis tools and top class staff. It is not by chance that drivers like Verstappen grew up at CRG”.

What are your goals for 2019?
“I already made my debut in the closing two WSK 2018 races of OK to prepare season 2019: the feeling has been great as the speed. I am excited about this new challenge and we will work throughout the winter to be ready for the new season.”

What advice would you give to a young driver getting close to International Karting?
“You need to be ready to make a lot of sacrifice, therefore motivation and commitment are crucial. I came to Italy, I changed school and I cannot do a lot of things that 13 years old do. Competition is very high and you need full focus. The International season is very challenging and pressure in a factory team is constant. This is a fantastic sport that make you to bring out all your resources and grow up a lot. Karting is a mandatory step to become a professional racing driver, it is the most important school.”

Gabriel Bortoleto has been one of the main protagonists of 2018 OKJ season coming third at the European CIK-FIA Championship and at the World Championship.

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