WSK Euro Series Regulation Update: New qualifying rules and introduction of the Anti-Launch System.
WSK Euro Series Regulation Update: New qualifying rules and introduction of the Anti-Launch System.

WSK Euro Series Regulation Update: New...

WSK Euro Series Regulation Update: New qualifying rules and introduction of the Anti-Launch System.

WSK Euro Series Regulation Update: New qualifying rules and introduction of the Anti-Launch System.

Ahead of the third and final round of the WSK Euro Series, scheduled at the Cremona Circuit from July 8th to 11th, WSK Promotion announces an important update to the Sporting Regulations.
Sodikart one-two in KZ2, Orlov pulls clear in the championship
Sodikart one-two in KZ2, Orlov pulls clear in the championship

Sodikart one-two in KZ2, Orlov pulls...

Sodikart one-two in KZ2, Orlov pulls clear in the championship

Sodikart one-two in KZ2, Orlov pulls clear in the championship

The Sodikart Racing Team leaves Lonato with a strong result. At the South Garda Karting circuit, the venue for the second round of the 2026 WSK Euro Series, the team secured a top-two finish in KZ2...
The great spectacle of WSK Euro Series in Lonato
The great spectacle of WSK Euro Series in Lonato

The great spectacle of WSK Euro Series...

The great spectacle of WSK Euro Series in Lonato

The great spectacle of WSK Euro Series in Lonato

The victory of the second round of the WSK Euro Series went to Orlov (KZ2), Zulfikari (OK), Babicek (OKJ), Burgess (MINI U10), El Gahoudi (MINI Gr.3), Hedfors (OK-NJ), and Giudice (OK-N). The third...
Livestream: Round 2 of the 2026 WSK Euro Series at the iconic South Garda Karting circuit
Livestream: Round 2 of the 2026 WSK Euro Series at the iconic South Garda Karting circuit

Livestream: Round 2 of the 2026 WSK Euro...

Livestream: Round 2 of the 2026 WSK Euro Series at the iconic South Garda Karting circuit

Livestream: Round 2 of the 2026 WSK Euro Series at the iconic South Garda Karting circuit

The spotlight shifts to Lonato for the WSK Euro Series, picking up where the first round left off on February 14th at the Leopard Circuit in Viterbo. All categories will be in action, ranging from the...
All is set for the final stages of the second round of the WSK Euro Series in Lonato
All is set for the final stages of the second round of the WSK Euro Series in Lonato

All is set for the final stages of the...

All is set for the final stages of the second round of the WSK Euro Series in Lonato

All is set for the final stages of the second round of the WSK Euro Series in Lonato

At the end of the heats, the best classified are Van Walstijn (KZ2), Babicek (OKJ), Arias (OK), Burgess (MINI U10), El Gahoudi (MINI Gr.3), Schniegenberg (OK-NJ), and Scognamiglio (OK-N). The final...
The start to the second round of the WSK Euro Series. Qualifying practice results.
The start to the second round of the WSK Euro Series. Qualifying practice results.

The start to the second round of the WSK...

The start to the second round of the WSK Euro Series. Qualifying practice results.

The start to the second round of the WSK Euro Series. Qualifying practice results.

The pole positions in Lonato were secured by Orlov (KZ2), Babicek (OKJ), Arias (OK), Burgess (MINI U10), Mair (MINI Gr.3), Schniegenberg (OK-NJ), Scognamiglio (OK-N). The heats will follow.
Results: Round 2 of the 2026 WSK Euro Series at the iconic South Garda Karting circuit
Results: Round 2 of the 2026 WSK Euro Series at the iconic South Garda Karting circuit

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

Results: Round 2 of the 2026 WSK Euro Series at the iconic South Garda Karting circuit

Results: Round 2 of the 2026 WSK Euro Series at the iconic South Garda Karting circuit

The spotlight shifts to Lonato for the WSK Euro Series, picking up where the first round left off on February 14th at the Leopard Circuit in Viterbo. All categories will be in action, ranging from the...
Live timing: Round 2 of the 2026 WSK Euro Series at the iconic South Garda Karting circuit
Live timing: Round 2 of the 2026 WSK Euro Series at the iconic South Garda Karting circuit

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

Live timing: Round 2 of the 2026 WSK Euro Series at the iconic South Garda Karting circuit

Live timing: Round 2 of the 2026 WSK Euro Series at the iconic South Garda Karting circuit

The spotlight shifts to Lonato for the WSK Euro Series, picking up where the first round left off on February 14th at the Leopard Circuit in Viterbo. All categories will be in action, ranging from the...
Great participation in Lonato for the second round of the WSK Euro Series
Great participation in Lonato for the second round of the WSK Euro Series

Great participation in Lonato for the...

Great participation in Lonato for the second round of the WSK Euro Series

Great participation in Lonato for the second round of the WSK Euro Series

The second round of the WSK Euro Series is underway at the South Garda Karting circuit with a full packed international paddock. The final stages will be on Saturday, April 18th, with TV Live...
It is the time for the WSK Euro Series, the second round will be in Lonato
It is the time for the WSK Euro Series, the second round will be in Lonato

It is the time for the WSK Euro Series,...

It is the time for the WSK Euro Series, the second round will be in Lonato

It is the time for the WSK Euro Series, the second round will be in Lonato

About 300 drivers will be at the start of the second round. Van Werven (KZ2), Firhand (OK), Orlando (OKJ), Lamberto Ferrari (OK-N), Schniegenberg (OKNJ), Mair (MINI Gr.3), and Miras (U10) are leading...
Energy triumphs in the WSK in OK with Krutogolov
Energy triumphs in the WSK in OK with Krutogolov

Energy triumphs in the WSK in OK with...

Energy triumphs in the WSK in OK with Krutogolov

Energy triumphs in the WSK in OK with Krutogolov

The Energy Corse team has once again confirmed its place amongst the international elite of karting. Lev Krutogolov is the new WSK Super Master Series champion in OK, one of the most competitive and...
One-two finishes, podium places and a title for Kart Republic at Franciacorta
One-two finishes, podium places and a title for Kart Republic at Franciacorta

One-two finishes, podium places and a...

One-two finishes, podium places and a title for Kart Republic at Franciacorta

One-two finishes, podium places and a title for Kart Republic at Franciacorta

The WSK Super Master Series came to a close at Franciacorta following five rounds held between late January and late March. At every event, the Kart Republic colours were on the top step of the...
Sodikart wins KZ2 title and sweeps the podium at the 2026 WSK Super Master Series Championship
Sodikart wins KZ2 title and sweeps the podium at the 2026 WSK Super Master Series Championship

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Sodikart wins KZ2 title and sweeps the podium at the 2026 WSK Super Master Series Championship

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Modena Kart: Victory at Franciacorta and double series podium in the WSK
Modena Kart: Victory at Franciacorta and double series podium in the WSK

Modena Kart: Victory at Franciacorta and...

Modena Kart: Victory at Franciacorta and double series podium in the WSK

Modena Kart: Victory at Franciacorta and double series podium in the WSK

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The 2026 Champions of the WSK Super Master Series
The 2026 Champions of the WSK Super Master Series

The 2026 Champions of the WSK Super...

The 2026 Champions of the WSK Super Master Series

The 2026 Champions of the WSK Super Master Series

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Livestream: Final Round of the 2026 WSK Super Master Series at the Franciacorta Karting Track
Livestream: Final Round of the 2026 WSK Super Master Series at the Franciacorta Karting Track

Livestream: Final Round of the 2026 WSK...

Livestream: Final Round of the 2026 WSK Super Master Series at the Franciacorta Karting Track

Livestream: Final Round of the 2026 WSK Super Master Series at the Franciacorta Karting Track

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WSK Super Master Series in Franciacorta: a great and spectacular karting event

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Qualifying practice of the WSK Super Master Series 2026 in Franciacorta

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The pole positions in the fifth and closing round went to Orlov (KZ2), Hoogendoorn (OK), Di Pietrantonio (OKJ), Hedfors (OK-NJ), Warakitsupachok (MINI Gr.3), and Simone (MINI U10). The initial...
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The OK and OKJ World Championship this weekend
Bas Kaligis
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The OK and OKJ World Championship this weekend

It’s time for the great final of the season in international karting, with the awaited meetings of the World Championship for the OK and OK Junior classes in Alähärma, Finland, from September 8th and the KZ World Championship and KZ2 International Super Cup in Lonato, Italy, on September 22nd.

These two FIA Championships are the full expression of this sport at worldwide level, with the participation of the most important factories, the most competitive teams and the most ambitious drivers looking for a future as professionals in motorsport.

The first of these two meetings is scheduled on the Mika Salo circuit in Alähärma this weekend, for the two direct drive OK and OK Junior categories, where over 200 drivers (91 in OK and 113 in OK Junior) will race on the characteristic Finnish track, 1.200 metres long.

The CRG official team will line up Pedro Hiltbrand, Gabriel Bortoleto and Olin Vieira Galli in OK, and Paolo Gallo and the Finnish Aatu Hakalehto in OK Junior. The recent European Championship highlighted the CRG drivers’ great competitiveness, proved also by the latest tests done at the end of August. The drivers’ ambitions are high in both classes and all the racing team worked hard to play the lead role on track.

 

The drivers’ expectations:

Gabriel Bortoleto (OK): “The World Championship is the most important race of the season and our goal is maximizing the work done during this year. We made some positive tests on this track and we’ll be competitive for sure. I am concentrated and prepared for this race that will probably be the last one in OK for me, before make an experience in KZ2 and then move to car races. I have come a long way with CRG, full of successes: from the Mini until now, always together. I would really like to make a good result this weekend, both for my karting record of achievements and for the excellent work that the team made with me.”

Pedro Hiltbrand (OK): “We have the technical potential and the experience to play a lead role this weekend. We reached an excellent performance level with our Iame engine, introducing several evolutions during the season. At last week’s tests, our chassis adapted very well to the track’s features too. There will be many drivers able to win and we’ll have to look after every technical detail during all the stages of the race, but we have a good feeling and I’m sure we’ll make an excellent race.”

 

The time schedule:

Friday 6th September: qualifying practices.
Saturday 7th September: qualifying heats.
Sunday 8th September: qualifying heats and finals since 3.00 pm.

 

CRG / Tinini Group Hall of Fame in the FIA World Championship

1984: Joern HAASE (DNK), FK 135cc CRG Kalì-Kart / Komet / Dunlop
1984: Gabriele TARQUINI (ITA), FC 125cc CRG Kalì-Kart / Balen / Dunlop
1985: Mike WILSON (GBR), FK 135cc CRG Kalì-Kart / Komet / Dunlop
1985: Piermario CANTONI (ITA), FC 125cc CRG Kalì-Kart / Balen / Dunlop
1988: Mike WILSON (GBR), FK 135 cc CRG / Komet / Dunlop
1988: Emmanuel COLLARD (FRA), F. Super 100 CRG / Rotax / Dunlop
1989: Mike WILSON (GBR), FK 135cc CRG / Komet / Dunlop
1989: Gianluca GIORGI (ITA), FC 125cc CRG Kalì-Kart / Kalì / Dunlop
1990: Jan MAGNUSSEN (DNK), FK 135 cc CRG / Rotax / Bridgestone
1990: Danilo ROSSI (ITA), FA 100cc CRG / Rotax / Dunlop
1992: Danilo ROSSI (ITA), FK 135cc CRG / Rotax / Dunlop
1992: Danilo ROSSI (ITA), FC 125cc CRG / Pavesi / Dunlop
1993: Alessandro PICCINI (ITA), FC 125cc CRG Kalì-Kart / Pavesi / Dunlop
1994: Alessandro MANETTI (ITA), FSA 100cc CRG / Rotax / Vega
1997: Danilo ROSSI (ITA), FSA 100cc CRG / CRG / Dunlop
1999: Danilo ROSSI (ITA), FSA 100cc CRG / CRG / Dunlop
2001: Vitantonio LIUZZI (ITA), FSA 100cc CRG / Maxter / Bridgestone
2002: Giedo VAN DER GARDE (NLD), FSA 100cc CRG / Maxter / Bridgestone
2003: Wade Grant CUNNINGHAM (NZL), FA 100cc CRG / Maxter / Bridgestone
2009: Arnaud KOZLINSKI (FRA), SKF 125cc CRG / Maxter / Bridgestone
2010: Nyck DE VRIES (NLD), KF2 125cc Zanardi / Parilla / Dunlop
2011: Nyck DE VRIES (NLD), KF1 125cc Zanardi / Parilla / Bridgestone
2011: Matthew GRAHAM (GBR), U18 125cc Zanardi / WKE / LeCont
2013: Max VERSTAPPEN (NLD), KZ 125cc CRG / TM / Bridgestone
2013: Tom JOYNER (GBR), KF 125cc Zanardi / TM / Vega
2015: Pex JORRIT (NLD), KZ 125cc CRG / TM / Bridgestone
2016: Paolo DE CONTO (ITA), KZ 125cc CRG / TM / Vega
2016: Pedro HILTBRAND (ESP), OK 125 cc CRG / Parilla / Vega
2017: Paolo DE CONTO (ITA), KZ 125cc CRG / TM / Bridgestone
2017: Danny KEIRLE (GBR), OK 125cc Zanardi / Parilla / LeCont

 

 

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