WSK Promotion and Aspen Group France together for a greener future of Karting
WSK Promotion and Aspen Group France together for a greener future of Karting

WSK Promotion and Aspen Group France...

WSK Promotion and Aspen Group France together for a greener future of Karting

WSK Promotion and Aspen Group France together for a greener future of Karting

WSK Promotion is pleased to announce a major partnership that marks a significant turning point toward sustainability in the world of karting: Aspen Group France, part of the Swedish Lantmännen group...
WSK Promotion announces a new important multi-year partnership with MACAA Entreprenad AB
WSK Promotion announces a new important multi-year partnership with MACAA Entreprenad AB

WSK Promotion announces a new important...

WSK Promotion announces a new important multi-year partnership with MACAA Entreprenad AB

WSK Promotion announces a new important multi-year partnership with MACAA Entreprenad AB

WSK Promotion announces the start of a strategic multi-year partnership with MACAA Entreprenad AB, exclusively for the promotion of its dynamic beverage brand, Boxer Brewing.
WSK Promotion announces DFYNE as Main Sponsor in a multi-year agreement.
WSK Promotion announces DFYNE as Main Sponsor in a multi-year agreement.

WSK Promotion announces DFYNE as Main...

WSK Promotion announces DFYNE as Main Sponsor in a multi-year agreement.

WSK Promotion announces DFYNE as Main Sponsor in a multi-year agreement.

WSK Promotion is thrilled to announce a new and significant multi-year partnership with DFYNE, a renowned sportswear and lifestyle brand.
Tony Kart champion of the WSK Final Cup
Tony Kart champion of the WSK Final Cup

Tony Kart champion of the WSK Final Cup

Tony Kart champion of the WSK Final Cup

Tony Kart champion of the WSK Final Cup

On the occasion of the third and final round of the championship held in Lonato del Garda, the Tony Kart Racing 401 T wins the title in the OK category with Jindrich Pesl, who finished second in the...
Kart Republic: Four titles for KR chassis in the WSK Final Cup
Kart Republic: Four titles for KR chassis in the WSK Final Cup

Kart Republic: Four titles for KR...

Kart Republic: Four titles for KR chassis in the WSK Final Cup

Kart Republic: Four titles for KR chassis in the WSK Final Cup

The 2025 WSK Final Cup ended with a significant haul of trophies for KR chassis. At the conclusion of the series taking place in Franciacorta, Cremona and Lonato, the podium ceremony saw a total of 13...
The classification of the WSK Final Cup changes, the OKJ Champion is Bosco Arias
The classification of the WSK Final Cup changes, the OKJ Champion is Bosco Arias

The classification of the WSK Final Cup...

The classification of the WSK Final Cup changes, the OKJ Champion is Bosco Arias

The classification of the WSK Final Cup changes, the OKJ Champion is Bosco Arias

Due to a bug in the operating system of the final classifications, Bosco Arias gains the 6 points he did not receive in Franciacorta and is the new OKJ Champion.      
Modena Kart concludes an exceptional year with two more podium finishes in WSK
Modena Kart concludes an exceptional year with two more podium finishes in WSK

Modena Kart concludes an exceptional...

Modena Kart concludes an exceptional year with two more podium finishes in WSK

Modena Kart concludes an exceptional year with two more podium finishes in WSK

In 2025, the Modena Kart Racing Team proved competitive in all the championships in which it competed, including the recent WSK Final Cup. In each of the three events, at least one of the team's...
Birelart shines in Lonato and Bertuca clinches the 2025 WSK Final Cup Title
Birelart shines in Lonato and Bertuca clinches the 2025 WSK Final Cup Title

Birelart shines in Lonato and Bertuca...

Birelart shines in Lonato and Bertuca clinches the 2025 WSK Final Cup Title

Birelart shines in Lonato and Bertuca clinches the 2025 WSK Final Cup Title

The final round of the 2025 WSK Final Cup took place in Lonato in bitterly cold conditions, with temperatures hovering below six degrees and Friday's Qualifying sessions disrupted by a wet track....
The magnificent 7 winners of the WSK Final Cup 2025
The magnificent 7 winners of the WSK Final Cup 2025

The magnificent 7 winners of the WSK...

The magnificent 7 winners of the WSK Final Cup 2025

The magnificent 7 winners of the WSK Final Cup 2025

In the third and closing round of the WSK Final Cup, the titles went to Marchesi (OK-N), Bertuca (KZ2), Godschalk (MINI U10), Perico (MINI Gr.3), Kostrzewa (OK-NJ), Baglin (OKJ) and Pesl...
Livestream PreFinals and Finals of the 2025 WSK Final Cup Grand Finale in Lonato
Livestream PreFinals and Finals of the 2025 WSK Final Cup Grand Finale in Lonato

Livestream PreFinals and Finals of the...

Livestream PreFinals and Finals of the 2025 WSK Final Cup Grand Finale in Lonato

Livestream PreFinals and Finals of the 2025 WSK Final Cup Grand Finale in Lonato

The third and closing round of the WSK Final Cup will get underway on November 18-23 at the South Garda Karting circuit. The closing challenge of the year will award the titles in all...
The main candidates to the WSK Final Cup 2025 titles
The main candidates to the WSK Final Cup 2025 titles

The main candidates to the WSK Final Cup...

The main candidates to the WSK Final Cup 2025 titles

The main candidates to the WSK Final Cup 2025 titles

The titles of the WSK Final Cup 2025 are up for grabs in all categories at the South Garda Karting of Lonato. The final stages live on TV and streaming on Sunday, November 23rd.
The winners of the first heats of the third round of the WSK Final Cup
The winners of the first heats of the third round of the WSK Final Cup

The winners of the first heats of the...

The winners of the first heats of the third round of the WSK Final Cup

The winners of the first heats of the third round of the WSK Final Cup

The first racing day in Lonato has been spoiled by the rain in qualifying and in the initial heats. The remaining heats will be on Sunday as the first Prefinals. The final stages will be on Sunday,...
First responses for the WSK Final Cup in Lonato
First responses for the WSK Final Cup in Lonato

First responses for the WSK Final Cup in...

First responses for the WSK Final Cup in Lonato

First responses for the WSK Final Cup in Lonato

Wet qualifying practice produced some surprising results at the start of the third and closing round of the WSK Final Cup.      
Results: 2025 WSK Final Cup Grand Finale at the South Garda Karting circuit in Lonato
Results: 2025 WSK Final Cup Grand Finale at the South Garda Karting circuit in Lonato

Results: 2025 WSK Final Cup Grand Finale...

Results: 2025 WSK Final Cup Grand Finale at the South Garda Karting circuit in Lonato

Results: 2025 WSK Final Cup Grand Finale at the South Garda Karting circuit in Lonato

The third and closing round of the WSK Final Cup will get underway on November 18-23 at the South Garda Karting circuit. The closing challenge of the year will award the titles in all...
Live timing: 2025 WSK Final Cup Grand Finale at the South Garda Karting circuit in Lonato
Live timing: 2025 WSK Final Cup Grand Finale at the South Garda Karting circuit in Lonato

Live timing: 2025 WSK Final Cup Grand...

Live timing: 2025 WSK Final Cup Grand Finale at the South Garda Karting circuit in Lonato

Live timing: 2025 WSK Final Cup Grand Finale at the South Garda Karting circuit in Lonato

The third and closing round of the WSK Final Cup will get underway on November 18-23 at the South Garda Karting circuit. The closing challenge of the year will award the titles in all...
The grand finale of the WSK Final Cup, Round 3 in Lonato
The grand finale of the WSK Final Cup, Round 3 in Lonato

The grand finale of the WSK Final Cup,...

The grand finale of the WSK Final Cup, Round 3 in Lonato

The grand finale of the WSK Final Cup, Round 3 in Lonato

The grand finale of the 20th season of WSK Promotion has just begun at Lonato's South Garda Karting with the third and final round of the WSK Final Cup. The latest entry list shows 405 drivers,...
Kart CRG: Podium goal in the Final WSK Round
Kart CRG: Podium goal in the Final WSK Round

Kart CRG: Podium goal in the Final WSK...

Kart CRG: Podium goal in the Final WSK Round

Kart CRG: Podium goal in the Final WSK Round

On Sunday, November 23rd, the Lonato circuit will host the last of the three WSK Final events, which will close the long 2026 International karting season. This important meeting will welcome as many...
WSK Promotion renews the agreement with VEGA and LeCont for season 2026
WSK Promotion renews the agreement with VEGA and LeCont for season 2026

WSK Promotion renews the agreement with...

WSK Promotion renews the agreement with VEGA and LeCont for season 2026

WSK Promotion renews the agreement with VEGA and LeCont for season 2026

WSK Promotion is pleased to announce the renewal of the agreement for the supply of VEGA and LeCont tyres for the 2026 season, continuing the collaboration established many years ago with mutual...
A total of 400 drivers expected in Lonato for the grand finale of the WSK Final Cup
A total of 400 drivers expected in Lonato for the grand finale of the WSK Final Cup

A total of 400 drivers expected in...

A total of 400 drivers expected in Lonato for the grand finale of the WSK Final Cup

A total of 400 drivers expected in Lonato for the grand finale of the WSK Final Cup

The third and closing round of the WSK Final Cup will get underway next November 18-23 at the South Garda Karting circuit. The closing challenge of the year will award the titles in all...
WSK Final Cup: the first winners of the Vulcain watches
WSK Final Cup: the first winners of the Vulcain watches

WSK Final Cup: the first winners of the...

WSK Final Cup: the first winners of the Vulcain watches

WSK Final Cup: the first winners of the Vulcain watches

In the three WSK Final Cup events, in addition to the wonderful trophies awarded to the top three finishers in each round, the winners of each event are also awarded with precious Vulcain watches from...

Baby Race, Rosso take win in Adria's WSK Final Cup

Baby Race, Rosso take win in Adria's WSK Final Cup Read more

Baby Race experienced a superb weekend at the Adria circuit. In the last round of the WSK Final Cup, Sandro Lorandi and his team were the absolute protagonists of the event. In the OK class, Andrea Rosso, who scored the pole and dominated the heats, won the Final with a wet track.

Final races at the WSK Final Cup in Adria (I)

Final races at the WSK Final Cup in Adria (I) Read more

Driving spectacle on the wet at WSK Final Cup at the Adria Karting Raceway. The winners are Rosso (I – PAROLIN-TM OK), Renaudin (F – SODI-TM KZ2), Minì (I – PAROLIN-TM OKJ) and Bergstrom (S – PAROLIN-TM 60 MINI). The next event is on season 2019 with WSK Champions Cup on january 27th.

WSK Final Cup - 3rd round: the racap of the qualifying day.

WSK Final Cup - 3rd round: the racap of the qualifying day. Read more

The recap of the qualifying day of the WSK Final Cup - 3rd round. Have a look to the video clip about the races of today at the Adria Karting Raceway. Enjoy the event!

Qualifying heats WSK Final Cup di Adria (I)

Qualifying heats WSK Final Cup di Adria (I) Read more

The best ahead of the decisive day of WSK Final Cup at the Adria Karting Raceway are Travisanutto (I – KR-PARILLA OK), Renaudin (F – SODI-TM KZ2), Barnard (GB – KR-PARILLA OKJ) and Tibekin (RUS – DR-TM 60 MINI). Finals in live streaming from Adria (RO).

WSK Final Cup Rd.3, first day at Adria (RO)

WSK Final Cup Rd.3, first day at Adria (RO) Read more

Quickest time in qualifying for Tibekin (RUS – DR-TM 60 MINI), Wharton (AUS – FA-VORTEX OKJ), Renaudin (F – SODI-TM KZ2) and Rosso (I – PAROLIN-TM OK) at the Adria karting raceway. The final challenge for the WSK Final Cup is on with 230 drivers in Adria (i). Chequered flag on sunday 25th in live streaming on wsk.it.

Kosmic Racing ready for the last round of the WSK Final Cup at Adria Karting Raceway

Kosmic Racing ready for the last round of the WSK Final Cup at Adria Karting Raceway Read more

On the weekend of November 22nd-25th, the Kosmic Racing Department drivers will get to the track on the Adria Karting Raceway for the final act of the WSK Final Cup.

Tony Kart Racing Team will face the last round of the WSK Final Cup

Tony Kart Racing Team will face the last round of the WSK Final Cup Read more

During the weekend of November 22nd-25th, the drivers of the Tony Kart Racing Team will face the last round of the WSK Final Cup on the Adria Karting Raceway.

WSK Final Cup, third round next weekend at Adria (Rovigo, Italy)

WSK Final Cup, third round next weekend at Adria (Rovigo, Italy) Read more

Grand finale of WSK Final Cup at the Adria karting raceway: the final appointment to crown the winners of categories OK, KZ2, OK Junior and 60 Mini from november 22nd to 25th. Live streaming of the final day on wsk.it.

Parolin confirms at Castelletto

Parolin confirms at Castelletto Read more

At the 7 Laghi circuit in Castelletto, the second of three WSK Final Cup events was marked by changing weather conditions and tough races. In these complex conditions, Parolin confirmed the excellent potential of its more and more popular chassis, whatever the grip of the track. The intensity of the racing did not always favour to the drivers of the Parolin Racing Team in terms of raw results, but the performance was there.

Tactics are being defined ahead of the final charge to the WSK Final Cup.

Tactics are being defined ahead of the final charge to the WSK Final Cup. Read more

Classifications of WSK Final Cup opened up after the round in Castelletto (I). Current leaders are Powell (JAM – ENERGY-TM 60 MINI), Barnard (GB – KR-PARILLA OKJ), Renaudin (F – SODI-TM KZ2) and Travisanutto (I – KR-PARILLA OK). Final round in Adria on the weekend of november 25th.

WSK Final Cup: the Video Gallery from round 2 in Castelletto.

WSK Final Cup: the Video Gallery from round 2 in Castelletto. Read more

The WSK Archive has been updated following the WSK Final Cup - 2nd event in Castelletto di Branduzzo. The complete footage of the four Finals held at the Settelaghi Kart International Circuit have been uploaded for you to watch. Also, you can catch the event highlights on the WSK Promotion's Fan Page from the last race weekend.

Alex Irlando joins Birel ART Racing Team

Alex Irlando joins Birel ART Racing Team Read more

The 18 year-old from Locorotondo, Alex Irlando, joins Davide Forè and Ronni Sala as Birel ART Racing Team official driver in KZ and OK classes.

Alex Powell and Energy Corse remain leaders in 60 Mini

Alex Powell and Energy Corse  remain leaders in 60 Mini Read more

Once again, the Jamaican flag has flown on an international karting podium thanks to Alex Powell, who confirms his status of a great hope more than ever with the strong partnership of the Energy Corse team. In the second of the three rounds of the WSK Final Cup held in Italy at Castelletto, Powell took 3rd place in a highly contested 60 Mini Final.

Marcus Amand in Junior Karting: an official status for the athlete, a well-deserved victory for the driver

Marcus Amand in Junior Karting: an official status for the athlete, a well-deserved victory for the driver Read more

In the wake of his sixth place in the Junior Karting World Championship Marcus Amand learned that he had been put on the list of top-level athletes by the French Ministry of Sports. He celebrated this good news with victory in the second round of the WSK Final Cup on the Castelletto di Branduzzo circuit in Italy! His next target is the Rotax Challenge Grand Final in Brazil.

Podium in KZ2 for Bengtsson

Podium in KZ2 for Bengtsson Read more

On the second round of WSK Final Cup on 7 Laghi circuit in Castelletto di Branduzzo, Axel Bengtsson conquered the bronze medal in the KZ2 category final.

Sensational win for Renaudin at Castelletto

Sensational win for Renaudin at Castelletto Read more

The second round of the WSK Final Cup again saw a victory for a Sodi in the KZ2 category. After Bas Lammers at Lonato, the young Adrien Renaudin won the event at Castelletto di Branduzzo after a domination that says a lot about the potential of the machine and the driver. During a suspenseful Final, the reigning European Champion caught up with extraordinary mastery, after being compromised at the beginning of the race. That bodes well for his debut with the Sodi Racing Team next year in KZ.

WSK FINAL CUP 2nd Rd - images from Castelletto di Branduzzo (I)

WSK FINAL CUP 2nd Rd - images from Castelletto di Branduzzo (I) Read more

Settelaghi Kart, Castelletto di Branduzzo (I), 8th - 11th November, 2018. The recap of the WSK race weekend at Settelaghi Kart.

New titles to win for Rosberg Racing

New titles to win for Rosberg Racing Read more

This season racing in the WSK Final Cup with three drivers, the Rosberg Young Drivers Academy intends to win this top level competition. In the second of the three races of 2018 on the Italian circuit of Castelletto, Lorenzo Travisanutto in OK and Taylor Barnard in OK-Junior were able to significantly increase their points totals and remain the leaders in the overall standings.

Laurens Van Hoepen on podium in the WSK Final Cup

Laurens Van Hoepen on podium in the WSK Final Cup Read more

On the 7 Laghi circuit in Castelletto di Branduzzo, the Dutch driver brought honour to the Tony Kart Racing Team’s colors conquering the silver medal in the OKJ final.

Baby Race scores magic 1-2 win with Eyckmans and Irfan in the WSK Final Cup

Baby Race scores magic 1-2 win with Eyckmans and Irfan in the WSK Final Cup Read more

The great  moment of form for the Baby Race team continued with a super impressive run to keep the momentum in the final part of the season. In the second round of the WSK Final Cup that took place on the Castelletto di Branduzzo track, the Brescia-based squad collected a spectacular 1-2 win in the Mini 60 class.

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Alex O’Grady hangs on to win in new class
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Alex O’Grady hangs on to win in new class

This year saw the inception of two new classes at the IAME International Final with Minime (FFSA) / Cadet (MUK) one of them. The youngest of our warriors was made up with a 28 kart field for the final. Like all the finals it treated us with plenty of excitement and a tense last lap which would see Alex O’Grady (IRL) just hold on to take the win for Alfie Slater (GBR).

Neither would start on the front row though, that would be formed by Lewis Wherrel (GBR) and Zach Knight (GBR) who battled for the win in a close ran Pre Final with O’Grady also fighting for the win in third.

The start of the race would see Wherrel get the better of the starts leading Knight across the line at the end of the first lap. Into turn one Slater appeared to get caught out by Knight through turn one and made contact which saw Knight drop back and O’Grady inherit second.

O’Grady continued his charge as he took the lead from Wherrel with Slater going into second. However, this was going to be far from a three horse race with more drivers coming into the mix including the likes of Knight, Bishop Macaulay (GBR), Jack Buckley (IRL), Andrei Dabja (IRL) and Lisa Billard (FRA).

Lap six was where the race really started to heat up! With Knight setting fastest laps and quickly recovering to third, Slater felt it was time to go for the lead. His first attempt to pass was unsuccessful and his second led him to lose a position to Knight and it gave O’Grady a gap 0.7 seconds.

The start of lap seven saw Macaulay pull off one of the moves of the event going from fourth to second in one clean pass! But as Knight desperately tried to get back passed the two went side by side through the chicane with Macaulay eventually having to run over the grass.

Out of the drama Slater emerged in second with Knight third and Slater now had two laps to try and close a half second gap. It had everyone on the edge of their seats as Slater drove out of his skin to close the gap. But on the last lap, despite being such a young age O’Grady showed no signs of nerves and did no unnecessary defending all helping him go on to become a deserved champion!

The end of the race alone was enough to prove the inception of this class had been a success. From the start O’Grady looked hard to beat and made no mistakes to crown himself the International Final champion ahead of Slater and Wherrel.

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