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.

Birel ART confirms the competitiveness of its chassis at Lonato

Birel ART confirms the competitiveness of its chassis at Lonato Read more

Birel ART's momentum continued at the third round of the WSK Super Master Series in Lonato. For the Racing Team, taking part in its second event of the season, Cristian Bertuca crossed the finish line in 1st place in the KZ2 category, at the end of a gruelling Final. Unfortunately, he was demoted to 2nd place by a penalty for going off the track.

Victory and outstanding overall performance for Sodikart at Lonato

Victory and outstanding overall performance for Sodikart at Lonato Read more

Pole position in the dry, victory in the rain... the Sodi chassis proved competitive in all conditions on the demanding Lonato track. Winner of the Final, Senna Van Walstijn took the lead of the WSK Super Master Series in the KZ2 category. It was also a great overall performance by Sodikart and the CPB Sport team in Italy, with a total of six chassis in the top 12, including four in the top six!

The winners of the extraordinary third round of the WSK Super Master Series

The winners of the extraordinary third round of the WSK Super Master Series Read more

In the spectacular international setting of Lonato, the winners of the third round of the season were Bergman (MINI U10), Perico (MINI Gr.3 sub judice), Hoogendoorn (OKJ), Drummond (OK), Stanley (OK-NJ) and Van Walstijn (KZ2).

Livestream: Round 3 of the '2025 WSK Super Master Series' at the South Garda Karting circuit

Livestream: Round 3 of the '2025 WSK Super Master Series' at the South Garda Karting circuit Read more

All the protagonists of international karting will make it to the track from February 19th to 23rd at the South Garda Karting circuit in Lonato for the third round of the WSK Super Master Series. With approximately 400 drivers expected across all categories, from MINI to the highly competitive OKNJ, OKJ, OK, and KZ2, this event promises to be another thrilling showdown. All major manufacturers, top teams, and the world's leading drivers will be present.

The finalists of the WSK Super Master Series in Lonato

The finalists of the WSK Super Master Series in Lonato Read more

The end of the heats defined the main protagonists of the third round of the WSK Super Master Series that will live its final challenge on Sunday, February 23rd. Live TV coverage from 9:45 and 13:30.

The first heats of the WSK Super Master Series in Lonato

The first heats of the WSK Super Master Series in Lonato Read more

Qualifying practice and heats on Friday named the first protagonists of the third round of the WSK Super Master Series at the South Garda Karting circuit in Lonato.

A total of 401 drivers in Lonato for an extraordinary WSK Super Master Series

A total of 401 drivers in Lonato for an extraordinary WSK Super Master Series Read more

The participation is quite big in the third round of the WSK Super Master Series that is underway at the South Garda Karting circuit. Qualifying practice and the initial heats have been run ahead of the finals on Sunday, February 23rd.
 

Results: Round 3 of the '2025 WSK Super Master Series' at the South Garda Karting circuit

Results: Round 3 of the '2025 WSK Super Master Series' at the South Garda Karting circuit Read more

All the protagonists of international karting will make it to the track from February 19th to 23rd at the South Garda Karting circuit in Lonato for the third round of the WSK Super Master Series. With approximately 400 drivers expected across all categories, from MINI to the highly competitive OKNJ, OKJ, OK, and KZ2, this event promises to be another thrilling showdown. All major manufacturers, top teams, and the world's leading drivers will be present.

Live timing: Round 3 of the '2025 WSK Super Master Series' at the South Garda Karting circuit

Live timing: Round 3 of the '2025 WSK Super Master Series' at the South Garda Karting circuit Read more

All the protagonists of international karting will make it to the track from February 19th to 23rd at the South Garda Karting circuit in Lonato for the third round of the WSK Super Master Series. With approximately 400 drivers expected across all categories, from MINI to the highly competitive OKNJ, OKJ, OK, and KZ2, this event promises to be another thrilling showdown. All major manufacturers, top teams, and the world's leading drivers will be present.

First appearance of the season for the CRG Racing Team in Lonato

First appearance of the season for the CRG Racing Team in Lonato Read more

This weekend, a selection of CRG official drivers will take part in the 3rd Round of the WSK Master Series scheduled on the Lonato track. This is an important technical shakedown for the team, which will make its first official appearance in the race led by the new Team Principal Jeremy Iglesias. The former French driver will be assisted by Natalia Balbo and Brandon Nilsson, who led the team last year and, after the intense winter testing programme, the Lonato event will be very useful for refining all the management balances in the context of the short and frenetic times of a race weekend.

415 entered drivers in Lonato’s round of the WSK Super Master Series

415 entered drivers in Lonato’s round of the WSK Super Master Series Read more

The third round of the WSK Super Master Series is going to be on from February, 19-23, and it registered important presence in all categories.

Around 400 drivers expected at the third round of the WSK Super Master Series in Lonato

Around 400 drivers expected at the third round of the WSK Super Master Series in Lonato Read more

All the protagonists of international karting will make it to the track from February 19th to 23rd at the South Garda Karting circuit in Lonato for the third round of the WSK Super Master Series.

A competitive Tony Kart at the WSK Super Master Series in Sarno

A competitive Tony Kart at the WSK Super Master Series in Sarno Read more

On the occasion of the second round of the championship, the Tony Kart Racer 401 T constantly runs in the top positions of KZ2, OK, OKJ and MINI Gr.3 categories with the Racing Team official drivers.

Parolin on winning form at Sarno

Parolin on winning form at Sarno Read more

The WSK Super Master Series continued at Sarno, near Naples, for the second event of the season (6th-9th February). Parolin again took a podium finish in OK with Christian Costoya, while the OK-Junior drivers are also becoming consistent frontrunners.

Kart Republic: Further success for the KR chassis in Sarno

Kart Republic: Further success for the KR chassis in Sarno Read more

Two weeks after a highly successful event at La Conca, the WSK Super Master Series continued at Sarno, one of the circuits that will host a round of the FIA European Karting Championship. The KR-IAME packages maintained a very high level of performance, while enabling the teams working with the Kart Republic factory to gather valuable information on this difficult track. The triple success of the KR chassis in OK-Junior was one of the highlights of the trip to the Neapolitan region.

Birel Art takes a one-two at Sarno with Cristian Bertuca and Daniel Vasile

Birel Art takes a one-two at Sarno with Cristian Bertuca and Daniel Vasile Read more

The Birel ART Racing team made a remarkable debut at the second round of the WSK Super Master Series at Sarno, from 5th to 9th February. Despite missing out on the opening round at La Conca, the Italian outfit hit back with a win for Cristian Bertuca and second place for Daniel Vasile (CL Racing), propelling Birel ART to the championship lead with its two drivers.

A lot of spectacle in Sarno’s second round of the WSK Super Master Series

A lot of spectacle in Sarno’s second round of the WSK Super Master Series Read more

The victory of the second round of the season went to Orlando (OKNJ), Lazaro (MINI Gr.3), Bergman (MINI U10), Hoogendoorn (OKJ), Sala (OK) and Bertuca (KZ2)

Livestream: Round 2 of the '2025 WSK Super Master Series' at the International Circuit Napoli in Sarno

Livestream: Round 2 of the '2025 WSK Super Master Series' at the International Circuit Napoli in Sarno Read more

Following the successful opening of the season at La Conca last week, the 20th season of WSK Promotion continues at a rapid pace with the second round of the WSK Super Master Series, set to take place at the International Circuit Napoli in Sarno from February 5th to 9th. New protagonists are ready to take to the track, further enriching the field of participants in the MINI, OKNJ, OKJ, OK and KZ2 categories. 

All set in Sarno for the final stages of the second round of the WSK Super Master Series

All set in Sarno for the final stages of the second round of the WSK Super Master Series Read more

After the qualifying heats held over two days at the International Circuit Napoli, the main contenders for the second round of the WSK Super Master Series have been determined. These drivers will now compete on the 1.670-meter-long Sarno circuit in the final phase on Sunday, February 9th.

Confirmations and surprises in Sarno’s initial heats of the WSK Super Master Series

Confirmations and surprises in Sarno’s initial heats of the WSK Super Master Series Read more

Several good duels excited day one of the second round of the WSK Super Master Series in Sarno. Qualifying heats will continue on Saturday, while the final stages will be on Sunday, February 9th with Live TV and Streaming coverage.

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