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.

The third round of WSK Super Master Series in La Conca postponed to March 12-15th 2020

The third round of WSK Super Master Series in La Conca postponed to March 12-15th 2020 Read more

Due to the Covid-19 emergency and following the ACI Sport communication on March 2nd 2020, the third round of WSK Super Master Series in La Conca has been postponed from March 5-8th 2020 to March 12-15th 2020 at the same venue, the International Circuit La Conca.

All set in La Conca for the third round of WSK Super Master Series on March 8th

All set in La Conca for the third round of WSK Super Master Series on March 8th Read more

The official testing ahead of the third round of WSK Super Master Series of March 5-8th, 2020 is underway in Muro Leccese this weekend. A lot of drivers are gearing up to contest categories OK, OKJ and Mini with the main constructors and teams.

New leaders in WSK Super Master Series

New leaders in WSK Super Master Series Read more

The second round of WSK Super Master Series named new leaders. The opener of KZ2 was won by Giuseppe Palomba, Joe Turney took the lead in OK and Arvid Lindblad in OKJ. Gerasim Skulanov confirms his lead in Mini.

Exprit Racing Team: Great deal of progress in Lonato

Exprit Racing Team: Great deal of progress in Lonato Read more

In the second round of the WSK Super Master Series, the drivers of the Exprit Racing Team see the results of their efforts at the start of the season and continue their growth path.

WSK Lonato: convincing results in Mini with 2nd place for Al Dhaheri

WSK Lonato: convincing results in Mini with 2nd place for Al Dhaheri Read more

The Parolin Racing Kart team has again recorded very good performances at Lonato during the second round of the WSK Super Master Series, especially in the Mini category. The competition proved to be more difficult in OK and OK-Junior.

Tony Kart: Second victory at the WSK Super Master Series

Tony Kart: Second victory at the WSK Super Master Series Read more

In Lonato, Joseph Turney wins ahead of Pedro Hiltbrand in OK. Their two drivers are now first and second in the general rating of the Series.

Birel ART Racing team confirmed its incredible level of performance in the WSK Super Master Series with a victory

Birel ART Racing team confirmed its incredible level of performance in the WSK Super Master Series with a victory Read more

The official Birel ART Racing team confirmed its incredible level of performance in the WSK Super Master Series with a victory and a podium in KZ2 at Lonato, a week after their double victory at the Winter Cup. Giuseppe Palomba triumphed over his rivals and adverse circumstances at the end of a memorable Final that also saw Alessandro Irlando climb on the 3rd step of the podium. The Junior drivers also put in some great performances.

Great spectacle and new protagonists at the WSK Super Master Series in Lonato

Great spectacle and new protagonists at the WSK Super Master Series in Lonato Read more

The second round of WSK Super Master Series in Lonato saw some new drivers coming to the fore. Palomba claimed the win in KZ2, Turney in OK and  Lindblad in OK-Junior. Skulanov repeated the win of Adria in Mini.

Livestream: The Second Round of the WSK Super Master Series at South Garda Karting circuit in Lonato

Livestream: The Second Round of the WSK Super Master Series at South Garda Karting circuit in Lonato Read more

The WSK Super Master Series is ready to face the second outing of the season from February 20th to 23rd at the South Garda Karting circuit in Lonato, that is about to score another important participation record. More than 360 drivers have already entered the event that will see KZ2 joining OK, OK-Junior and Mini that had already kicked off the 2020 season in Adria.

Qualifying heats inflame WSK Super Master Series in Lonato

Qualifying heats inflame WSK Super Master Series in Lonato Read more

Finals will start on Sunday, February 23rd at 14:30 with the Live Steaming coverage. Giacomo Pollini on top in KZ2,  Andrea Kimi Antonelli in OK. The provisional classification of OK-Junior is led by Brando Badoer, that of Mini by the Russian Dmitry Matveev.

The intense weekend of WSK Super Master Series kicked off in Lonato

The intense weekend of WSK Super Master Series kicked off in Lonato Read more

Qualifying practice and initial heats kicked off the WSK Super Master Series round of Lonato with the record participation of 362 drivers out of the 372 entered representing 47 different countries in the 4 categories KZ2, OK, OKJ and Mini. Further heats will take place on Saturday while the final stages will be on Sunday, February 23rd.

Results: The Second Round of the WSK Super Master Series at South Garda Karting circuit in Lonato

Results: The Second Round of the WSK Super Master Series at South Garda Karting circuit in Lonato Read more

The WSK Super Master Series is ready to face the second outing of the season from February 20th to 23rd at the South Garda Karting circuit in Lonato, that is about to score another important participation record. More than 360 drivers have already entered the event that will see KZ2 joining OK, OK-Junior and Mini that had already kicked off the 2020 season in Adria.

Live timing: The Second Round of the WSK Super Master Series at South Garda Karting circuit in Lonato

Live timing: The Second Round of the WSK Super Master Series at South Garda Karting circuit in Lonato Read more

The WSK Super Master Series is ready to face the second outing of the season from February 20th to 23rd at the South Garda Karting circuit in Lonato, that is about to score another important participation record. More than 360 drivers have already entered the event that will see KZ2 joining OK, OK-Junior and Mini that had already kicked off the 2020 season in Adria.

WSK Super Master Series in Lonato: a memorable event with 372 entered drivers

WSK Super Master Series in Lonato: a memorable event with 372 entered drivers Read more

The second round of WSK Super Master Series in Lonato scored a world record with its 372 entered drivers coming from 47 different countries to contest the four entitled categories. KZ2 will be at the debut in this season. Qualifying to start on Friday, February 21st, and 50(!) heats.

More than 360 entered drivers in Lonato for the second race of WSK Super Master Series

More than 360 entered drivers in Lonato for the second race of WSK Super Master Series Read more

Record figures for the second round of WSK Super Master Series at the South Garda Karting circuit of Lonato from February 20th to 23rd. This time around KZ2 will join OK, OK-Junior and Mini that opened season 2020 in Adria.

Pedro Hiltbrand wins the OK Final in Adria

Pedro Hiltbrand wins the OK Final in Adria Read more

Pedro Hiltbrand wins the OK Final of the first round of the WSK Super Master Series, crowning a fantastic weekend where the Tony Kart Racing Team steps up onto the podium also in the Mini class with Jimmy Helias.

Vortex; First, second and third place in Adria

Vortex; First, second and third place in Adria Read more

The karting season starts with a victory for Vortex during the first round of the WSK Super Master Series run at the Adria Karting Raceway. Pedro Hiltbrand wins in OK, while Ugo Ugochukwu is second in OKJ and Jimmy Helias third in Mini.

Exprit Racing Team: First 2020 race in Adria

Exprit Racing Team: First 2020 race in Adria Read more

The 1st Round of the WSK Super Master Series marks the debut of the Exprit Racing Team: their drivers can count on the Exprit Noesis R chassis, which proves to be highly reliable reaching the third step of the podium.

Classifications after the WSK Super Master Series opener in Adria

Classifications after the WSK Super Master Series opener in Adria Read more

The initial classifications are shaping up after the opener of WSK Super Master Series ran in Adria. Pedro Hiltbrand is currently leading OK, Alfio Andrea Spina OK-Junior, Gerasim Skulanov Mini. Next round on February 23rd in Lonato.

Impressive levels of speed on the debut of Team Leclerc by Lennox Racing

Impressive levels of speed on the debut of Team Leclerc by Lennox Racing Read more

A lot of positive feedback and valuable experience are what Team Leclerc by Lennox Racing takes home from its debut race at the Adria Karting Raceway, in Round 1 of the WSK Super Master Series. The final results were not exactly what they expected, but there were plenty of positive aspects: the familiarity with the Charles Leclerc by Birel chassis and the TM Racing engines will increase over time, as will the understanding in such a young team, with several drivers having joined the group only recently.

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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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