The qualifying heats of the WSK Final Cup named the first candidates to the win in Cremona
The qualifying heats of the WSK Final Cup named the first candidates to the win in Cremona

The qualifying heats of the WSK Final...

The qualifying heats of the WSK Final Cup named the first candidates to the win in Cremona

The qualifying heats of the WSK Final Cup named the first candidates to the win in Cremona

The initial heats of the weekend of Cremona named the first protagonists. The program will continue on Saturday with the remaining heats, while the final stages will be on Sunday, November...
The second round of the WSK Final Cup has kicked off in Cremona
The second round of the WSK Final Cup has kicked off in Cremona

The second round of the WSK Final Cup...

The second round of the WSK Final Cup has kicked off in Cremona

The second round of the WSK Final Cup has kicked off in Cremona

Solid participation figures were also recorded at the Cremona Circuit for the second round of the WSK Final Cup, following the opener in Franciacorta. The qualifying practice sessions on Saturday,...
Results: Round 2 of the 2025 WSK Final Cup at the Cremona Circuit
Results: Round 2 of the 2025 WSK Final Cup at the Cremona Circuit

Results: Round 2 of the 2025 WSK Final...

Results: Round 2 of the 2025 WSK Final Cup at the Cremona Circuit

Results: Round 2 of the 2025 WSK Final Cup at the Cremona Circuit

The WSK Final Cup is ready to take to the track at the Cremona Circuit for the second round of the season, from November 4th to 9th. It will feature the usual categories that provided the spectacle at...
Live timing: Round 2 of the 2025 WSK Final Cup at the Cremona Circuit
Live timing: Round 2 of the 2025 WSK Final Cup at the Cremona Circuit

Live timing: Round 2 of the 2025 WSK...

Live timing: Round 2 of the 2025 WSK Final Cup at the Cremona Circuit

Live timing: Round 2 of the 2025 WSK Final Cup at the Cremona Circuit

The WSK Final Cup is ready to take to the track at the Cremona Circuit for the second round of the season, from November 4th to 9th. It will feature the usual categories that provided the spectacle at...
Lenovo Kalì Kart Team ready for the WSK final in Cremona
Lenovo Kalì Kart Team ready for the WSK final in Cremona

Lenovo Kalì Kart Team ready for the WSK...

Lenovo Kalì Kart Team ready for the WSK final in Cremona

Lenovo Kalì Kart Team ready for the WSK final in Cremona

The preparation phase for the 2026 season continues this weekend for the Lenovo Kalì Kart Team, which will take part in the 2nd round of the WSK Final Cup at the Cremona circuit. The most important...
New trophies for Energy Corse on the podiums in WSK and IWF
New trophies for Energy Corse on the podiums in WSK and IWF

New trophies for Energy Corse on the...

New trophies for Energy Corse on the podiums in WSK and IWF

New trophies for Energy Corse on the podiums in WSK and IWF

Already on the podium of the FIA Karting World Championship in Kristianstad in OK, Lev Krutolohov repeated this feat at the opening of the WSK Final Cup in Franciacorta. A week later, Energy Corse...
The WSK Final Cup heading to Cremona for its second round
The WSK Final Cup heading to Cremona for its second round

The WSK Final Cup heading to Cremona for...

The WSK Final Cup heading to Cremona for its second round

The WSK Final Cup heading to Cremona for its second round

The second event of the WSK Final Cup will take place at the Cremona Circuit next November 4th - 9th with a relevant participation. The leaders of the current standings are Godschalk (MINI U10), Gorun...
The updated version of the WSK Promotion 2026 calendar
The updated version of the WSK Promotion 2026 calendar

The updated version of the WSK Promotion...

The updated version of the WSK Promotion 2026 calendar

The updated version of the WSK Promotion 2026 calendar

WSK Promotion announces the updated version of the WSK karting events of season 2026.
Four victories for the Kart Republic chassis at Franciacorta!
Four victories for the Kart Republic chassis at Franciacorta!

Four victories for the Kart Republic...

Four victories for the Kart Republic chassis at Franciacorta!

Four victories for the Kart Republic chassis at Franciacorta!

The first of the three WSK Final Cup events ended on an extremely positive note for Kart Republic factory equipment and the teams that use it: 12 podiums including four victories, two triple wins and...
Parolin drivers deliver in multiple categories at Franciacorta
Parolin drivers deliver in multiple categories at Franciacorta

Parolin drivers deliver in multiple...

Parolin drivers deliver in multiple categories at Franciacorta

Parolin drivers deliver in multiple categories at Franciacorta

Parolin Motorsport began the 2025 WSK Final Cup with a weekend of strong performances and outright speed at Franciacorta. The team featured prominently across the Mini U10, OK-Junior and OK...
Birel Art wins KZ2 at the WSK Final Cup with Cristian Bertuca
Birel Art wins KZ2 at the WSK Final Cup with Cristian Bertuca

Birel Art wins KZ2 at the WSK Final Cup...

Birel Art wins KZ2 at the WSK Final Cup with Cristian Bertuca

Birel Art wins KZ2 at the WSK Final Cup with Cristian Bertuca

The first round of the 2025 WSK Final Cup in Franciacorta confirmed Birel ART's strength across all categories. Cristian Bertuca won in KZ2, while the young Junior and Mini drivers also put in...
The winners of the first round of the WSK Final Cup in Franciacorta
The winners of the first round of the WSK Final Cup in Franciacorta

The winners of the first round of the...

The winners of the first round of the WSK Final Cup in Franciacorta

The winners of the first round of the WSK Final Cup in Franciacorta

The finals of the first of the three events of the WSK Final Cup were won by Godschalk (MINI U10), Gorun (MINI Gr.3), Marchesi (OK-N), Palacio (OK-NJ), Baglin (OKJ), Pesl (OK) and Bertuca...
Livestream PreFinals and Finals of the 2025 WSK Final Cup Round 1 at the Franciacorta Karting Track
Livestream PreFinals and Finals of the 2025 WSK Final Cup Round 1 at the Franciacorta Karting Track

Livestream PreFinals and Finals of the...

Livestream PreFinals and Finals of the 2025 WSK Final Cup Round 1 at the Franciacorta Karting Track

Livestream PreFinals and Finals of the 2025 WSK Final Cup Round 1 at the Franciacorta Karting Track

The opening round runs from October 21st to 26th at the Franciacorta Karting Track with over 380 drivers. Entry lists are almost full in all categories, with a large turnout in the junior categories,...
All set in Franciacorta for the final stages of the first round of the WSK Final Cup
All set in Franciacorta for the final stages of the first round of the WSK Final Cup

All set in Franciacorta for the final...

All set in Franciacorta for the final stages of the first round of the WSK Final Cup

All set in Franciacorta for the final stages of the first round of the WSK Final Cup

After the heats, the best places are held by Denner (KZ2), Pesl (OK), Baglin (OKJ), Schniegenberg (MINI U10), Perico (MINI Gr.3), Stasionis (OK-NJ) and Rossi...
Qualifying practice kick off an excellent WSK Final Cup in Franciacorta
Qualifying practice kick off an excellent WSK Final Cup in Franciacorta

Qualifying practice kick off an...

Qualifying practice kick off an excellent WSK Final Cup in Franciacorta

Qualifying practice kick off an excellent WSK Final Cup in Franciacorta

Pole positions were claimed by Pezzucchi (KZ2), Drummond (OK), Babicek (OKJ), Kralev (MINI U10), Devin (MINI Gr.3), Ociepa (KN-NJ) and Donanzan (OK-N). Qualifying heats will follow shortly. Prefinals...
Results: Round 1 of the 2025 WSK Final Cup at the Franciacorta Karting Track
Results: Round 1 of the 2025 WSK Final Cup at the Franciacorta Karting Track

Results: Round 1 of the 2025 WSK Final...

Results: Round 1 of the 2025 WSK Final Cup at the Franciacorta Karting Track

Results: Round 1 of the 2025 WSK Final Cup at the Franciacorta Karting Track

The opening round runs from October 21st to 26th at the Franciacorta Karting Track with over 380 drivers. Entry lists are almost full in all categories, with a large turnout in the junior categories,...
Live timing: Round 1 of the 2025 WSK Final Cup at the Franciacorta Karting Track
Live timing: Round 1 of the 2025 WSK Final Cup at the Franciacorta Karting Track

Live timing: Round 1 of the 2025 WSK...

Live timing: Round 1 of the 2025 WSK Final Cup at the Franciacorta Karting Track

Live timing: Round 1 of the 2025 WSK Final Cup at the Franciacorta Karting Track

The opening round runs from October 21st to 26th at the Franciacorta Karting Track with over 380 drivers. Entry lists are almost full in all categories, with a large turnout in the junior categories,...
The CRG Racing Team set for WSK Final
The CRG Racing Team set for WSK Final

The CRG Racing Team set for WSK Final

The CRG Racing Team set for WSK Final

The CRG Racing Team set for WSK Final

Engines are roaring to life at the Franciacorta circuit in Italy for Round 1 of the WSK Final, the international meeting that, as tradition dictates, closes the karting season. There will be three...
The Lenovo Kalì Kart Team ready to debut at the WSK Final
The Lenovo Kalì Kart Team ready to debut at the WSK Final

The Lenovo Kalì Kart Team ready to debut...

The Lenovo Kalì Kart Team ready to debut at the WSK Final

The Lenovo Kalì Kart Team ready to debut at the WSK Final

This week, from October 22 to 26 at the Franciacorta track, Round 1 of the WSK Final Series is scheduled to take place. For the official Kalì Kart team, it will be the first race featuring the new...
WSK Promotion announces its partnership with A’ksent Suisse Global Education
WSK Promotion announces its partnership with A’ksent Suisse Global Education

WSK Promotion announces its partnership...

WSK Promotion announces its partnership with A’ksent Suisse Global Education

WSK Promotion announces its partnership with A’ksent Suisse Global Education

On the occasion of the WSK Final Cup at the Franciacorta Karting Track, scheduled from October 23 to 26, the new collaboration between WSK Promotion and A’ksent Suisse Global Education will be...

Livestream of the WSK Euro Series Night Event at the Adria Karting Raceway

Livestream of the WSK Euro Series Night Event at the Adria Karting Raceway Read more

The International karting night got underway. This is the final moment for the classification that, thanks to the powerful floodlights of the Adria Karting Raceway, will get the final battles of WSK Euro Series literally under the spotlight. A total of 160 drivers from 37 different countries will be present for this race.

Qualifying heats at the 4th round of the WSK Euro Series at Adria (I)

Qualifying heats at the 4th round of the WSK Euro Series at Adria (I) Read more

Smal (RUS – Tony Kart-Vortex OK), Antonelli (I – KR-IAME OKJ) and Al Dhaheri (ARE – Parolin-TM 60mini) came to the fore in the qualifying heats of WSK Euro Series in Adria (I). The final winners to be named tonight in live streaming.

Vortex KZ2 Champion of the WSK Euro Series

Vortex KZ2 Champion of the WSK Euro Series Read more

Excellent performance for the whole Vortex range at the South Garda Karting in Lonato, conquering the victory and the KZ2 title thanks to Marco Ardigò, and the podiums in the OK and OKJ Finals.

Another 60 Mini podium in the WSK Euro Series at Lonato

Another 60 Mini podium in the WSK Euro Series at Lonato Read more

In the third round of the WSK Euro Series held at Lonato, Rashid Al Dhaheri took 3rd place on the 60 Mini podium while returning to 2nd place in the Championship. In OK, Gabriele Mini' had an incredible mishap when he was due to achieve an excellent result. The common point of these two outcomes remains the high standard of performance of the Parolin / TM in international competition.

Livetiming and results of the WSK Euro Series Night Event at the Adria Karting Raceway

Livetiming and results of the WSK Euro Series Night Event at the Adria Karting Raceway Read more

The International karting night got underway. This is the final moment for the classification that, thanks to the powerful floodlights of the Adria Karting Raceway, will get the final battles of WSK Euro Series literally under the spotlight.

Timing practice at the WSK Euro Series - Night Event 4th round in Adria (I)

Timing practice at the WSK Euro Series - Night Event 4th round in Adria (I) Read more

Qualifying practice at WSK Euro Series Night Event: the quickest are Minì (I – Parolin-TM OK), Antonelli (I – KR-IAME OKJ) and Kutskov (RUS – Energy-TM 60mini) ahead of qualifying heats in the season’s closer. Live streaming on Saturday 29TH

Final round of the WSK Euro Series in Adria (I)

Final round of the WSK Euro Series in Adria (I) Read more

Overnight Final Event in Adria for WSK Euro Series: The provisional leaders are Travisanutto (I – KR-IAME OK), Antonelli (I – KR-IAME OKJ) and Macintyre (GB – Parolin-TM 60mini) among the 180 entered drivers. Finish line on the Acisport OK and OKJ Italian Championship. Live streaming on Saturday night, June 29th.

Tony Kart is WSK Euro Series KZ2 Champion

Tony Kart is WSK Euro Series KZ2 Champion Read more

Marco Ardigò conquers victory and WSK Euro Series Title, proving the supremacy shown by Tony Kart during the KZ2 Championship. Simo Puhakka, winner of the 1st round, is second in the whole championship, while Nikita Bedrin springs forward to the third place of the OKJ rating.

Kremers close to victory at Lonato

Kremers close to victory at Lonato Read more

Birel ART Racing showed very convincing performance levels at the Lonato circuit in the WSK Euro Series, both in KZ2 with Marijn Kremers and Riccardo Longhi, as well as in OK with Luigi Coluccio and OK-Junior with Rafael Camara. Kremers was able to shine up until the end of the Final with a superb 2nd place that earned him a 3rd place finish in the WSK Euro Series.

Good race for Dante and Maranello Kart at the WSK Euro Series in Lonato

Good race for Dante and Maranello Kart  at the WSK Euro Series in Lonato Read more

Massimo Dante, Maranello Kart and team SG Race displayed a great level in the hard-fought WSK Euro Series in Lonato claiming a good P12.

Final victory of Ardigò in KZ2 - the provisional standings of OK, OKJ and 60 Mini after the 3rd round in Lonato (I)

Final victory of Ardigò in KZ2 - the provisional standings of OK, OKJ and 60 Mini after the 3rd round in Lonato (I) Read more

WSK Euro Series crowned Ardigò (I – Tony Kart-Vortex) as the winner of KZ2 in Lonato (I). The sprint to the finish in Adria (i) is getting ready for Travisanutto (I – KR-IAME OK), Antonelli (I – KR-IAME OKJ) and Macintyre (GB – Parolin-TM 60mini).

Alex Irlando grabs another top ten score

Alex Irlando grabs another top ten score Read more

Alex Irlando takes home another 10th in the WSK Euro Series, but now for him it’s time to back at school to finish his exams…

Podiums and performances in adversity for Alex Powell

Podiums and performances in adversity for Alex Powell Read more

A member of the Mercedes-AMG F1 Junior Programme, Alex Powell is continuing his brilliant career in the 60 Mini category. After two new podiums including a victory, the young Jamaican kart racer has positioned himself among the contenders for the Italian Championship with the Energy Corse team.

Final day at the third round of the WSK Euro Series in Lonato

Final day at the third round of the WSK Euro Series in Lonato Read more

Ardigò (I – Tony Kart-Vortex) is again the king of KZ2 at WSK Euro Series in Lonato (I). The other winners, Patterson (GB – KR-IAME OK), Lindblad (GB – Exprit-TM OKJ) and Dedecker (B - Parolin-TM 60 Mini) will have to face the closing challenge in their categories in Adria from June 26th to 29th.

Positive weekend for Paolo de Conto in KZ2 at the WSK Euro Series in Lonato

Positive weekend for Paolo de Conto in KZ2 at the WSK Euro Series in Lonato Read more

The Italian driver made a great work with his new engine tuner (Tec-Sav) in view of the World Championship, collecting a lot of data and showing great performances.

Livestream of the Third round in WSK Euro Series at Lonato (I)

Livestream of the Third round in WSK Euro Series at Lonato (I) Read more

WSK Euro Series all set for a great weekend in Lonato (I): the penultimate round of categories OK, OKJ and 60 Mini and closer for KZ2 to take place from june 20th to 23rd.This event is valid as the 2nd round of ACI Sport Italian OK and OKJ Ch’ship. Live streaming on Sunday 23rd.

Qualifying heats day at the third round of the WSK Euro Series in Lonato (I)

Qualifying heats day at the third round of the WSK Euro Series in Lonato (I) Read more

Qualifying heats of WSK Euro Series in Lonato (I): Puhakka (FIN – Tony Kart-Vortex KZ2), Patterson (GB – KR-IAME OK), Wharton (AUS – FA Kart OKJ) and Dedecker (B - Parolin-TM 60 Mini) on top. 

First qualifying day at the WSK Euro Series - Rd. 3 in Lonato (I)

First qualifying day at the WSK Euro Series - Rd. 3 in Lonato (I) Read more

Surprising results in qualifying at WSK Euro Series in Lonato (I): quickest times to Puhakka (FIN – Tony Kart-Vortex KZ2), Patterson (GB – KR-IAME OK), Ugochuckwu (USA – FA KART OKJ) and Tsolov (BG - Parolin-TM 60 Mini).

Livetiming and results of the Third round in WSK Euro Series at Lonato (I)

Livetiming and results of the Third round in WSK Euro Series at Lonato (I) Read more

WSK Euro Series all set for a great weekend in Lonato (I): the penultimate round of categories OK, OKJ and 60 Mini and closer for KZ2 to take place from june 20th to 23rd.This event is valid as the 2nd round of ACI Sport Italian OK and OKJ Ch’ship. Live streaming on Sunday 23rd.

Tough luck for Maranello Kart and Federer at the European Championship in Sarno

Tough luck for Maranello Kart and Federer at the European Championship in Sarno Read more

Fabian Federer had to retire from the Final of the KZ2 European Championship after hitting several technical problems connected to the very high temperatures. The next round on track for Maranello Kart is WSK Euro Series in Lonato next June 23rd.

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INTERVIEW: Paolo De Conto: "This has been a decision I cannot share, understand nor accept in any way"
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INTERVIEW: Paolo De Conto: "This has been a decision I cannot share, understand nor accept in any way"

Paolo De Conto’s 2018 went through two key moments that affected his chances to enrich his and CRG’s (the brand to which he has been connected for five years now) prize lists. This is what he highlights drawing the balance of the season:

“Following a chronological order, the first episode has been the Steward’s decision that stripped me of the European KZ title. A title that the Team and I (deservedly) won on track. This has been a decision I cannot share, understand nor accept in any way, considering that it sanctioned an overtaking move with a slight contact, on a rival that was experiencing technical difficulties and that did not file an appeal for the move. A unappealable 10s time penalty modified the result of the track stripping us of an important title like the CIK-FIA European Championship. The fact that the title went to CRG anyway with Jorrit Pex does not change an unfair punishment. The second episode happened in qualifying at the World Championship in Genk when the water pipe broke and I had to start the Final from the back of the grid. Starting behind in such a difficult and high level race made it all more difficult and prevented us from defending the title at best.”

The balance is positive nevertheless...
“Obviously the performance of our Road Rebel chassis has set the reference for the whole season and our partnership with TM for engines has been excellent again. As I said, some episodes did play against us this year, but performance has always been there and not getting what we had the potential to achieve makes us stronger to bounce back next year.”

Tell us about your relationship with CRG and your targets for next year.
“CRG is one of the most important outfits in the world and is the market leader of KZ worldwide. It is an honour and a pride for me to be part of this team and to contribute to the success of this brand being part of the Racing Team. CRG is the history of karting and a company projected to the future. Next year I will contest again the FIA Karting Championships and some International events in KZ. The target is to bring the KZ World Championship back home. Next year it will take place in Lonato, that is only one km from our headquarters: it is certainly going to be a great event.”

Looking ahead, this year you made your debut as coach in your karting school...
“This is a project that involved and excited me a lot. It is a way to transfer the experience I built in 18 years of karting to young drivers that are starting along my same path. So far we started with a pilot project at the Raceland circuit in Vicenza, but we will most probably go bigger thanks also to the direct involvement of CRG.”

Paolo De Conto started competing on karts in 1998. He won 2 KZ World Championships and a European Championship with CRG. Last year he launched his karting schoold: the De Conto Academy.

 

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