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.

Qualifying practice name the first protagonists of the WSK Super Master Series in Sarno

Qualifying practice name the first protagonists of the WSK Super Master Series in Sarno Read more

The following drivers came to the fore in qualifying practice: Osadchyi-Suslovskyi (OK-NJ), Rea (MINI Gr.3), Godschalk (MINI U10), Hoogendoorn (OKJ), Drummond (OK) and Orlov (KZ2). The first qualifying heats will follow shortly.

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

Results: 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. 

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

Live timing: 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. 

Rising Star Wolfe boosted by continued support from VAR by Birel

Rising Star Wolfe boosted by continued support from VAR by Birel Read more

Noah Wolfe will benefit from continued valuable support from VAR by Birel in his quest for honours in a multitude of kart championships around Europe next year.

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

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

The championship leaders after the first round in La Conca are ready to face the challenge with some new protagonists joining in at Sarno’s second round of the WSK Super Master Series. Over 290 drivers entered the competition marking the 20th year of WSK Promotion.
 

WSK Super Master Series: the second round in Sarno

WSK Super Master Series: the second round in Sarno Read more

About 280 drivers entered this second round of the WSK Super Master Series after the great opening of the first round in La Conca.

Kalì Kart: Zvarich brothers confirmed for 2025

Kalì Kart: Zvarich brothers confirmed for 2025 Read more

In the last few days, Kalì Kart has confirmed the extension of the agreement with the three Zvarich brothers also for the 2025 season. Max, Marat and Mark, therefore, after the first contact with karting in Italy in the final part of the last season, have confirmed their commitment with the Factory team of the CRG Group, with the aim of capitalizing on all the experience gained in the Iame and Rotax Championships in Asia and, above all, the positive experience gained in the end-of-season events last year in Italy, when they made their debut in the WSK meetings and in the Italian Karting Championship.

WSK at La Conca: Six finals, six wins for Kart Republic

WSK at La Conca: Six finals, six wins for Kart Republic Read more

What an incredible start to the 2025 season for the KR chassis! At the first major international event of the year in Europe, the Italian brand won in all categories on the La Conca circuit, at the opening event of the WSK Super Master Series: Mini U10, Mini 60, OK-N Junior, OK-Junior, OK and KZ2. The new CIK-FIA homologation cycle couldn't have got off to a better start for Kart Republic.

Ayrton Tonna joins the Kalì Kart Team

Ayrton Tonna joins the Kalì Kart Team Read more

A new piece of the Kalì Kart drivers line up was made official in the last few days with the signing of Ayrton Tonna. The Maltese driver, born in July 2014, will be racing in the MINI Gr3 category, taking part in the main WSK races and the Italian ACI Championship.

Tony Kart begins 2025 in Muro Leccese with a podium

Tony Kart begins 2025 in Muro Leccese with a podium Read more

On the occasion of the first round of the WSK Super Master Series, the Tony Kart Racing Team gains the second place in KZ2 class with the official driver Marijn Kremers at the wheel of the new Tony Kart Racer 401 T chassis.

Parolin starts the season with 2nd at La Conca

Parolin starts the season with 2nd at La Conca Read more

At the first round of the WSK Super Master Series at La Conca (23rd-26th January), Parolin Motorsport achieved a podium finish in OK with Spaniard Christian Costoya’s 2nd place, while younger drivers in OK-Junior and Mini made strong progress.

Surprising start of the WSK Super Master Series in La Conca

Surprising start of the WSK Super Master Series in La Conca Read more

All the main constructors and most qualified teams are present for the international karting opener of the 20th season by WSK Promotion

Results: Round 1 of the '2025 WSK Super Master Series' at the International Circuit La Conca

Results: Round 1 of the '2025 WSK Super Master Series' at the International Circuit La Conca Read more

The 20th season of WSK Promotion kicks off from the International Circuit La Conca with the opener of the WSK Super Master Series, on January 22-26, 2025. 

Live timing: Round 1 of the '2025 WSK Super Master Series' at the International Circuit La Conca

Live timing: Round 1 of the '2025 WSK Super Master Series' at the International Circuit La Conca Read more

The 20th season of WSK Promotion kicks off from the International Circuit La Conca with the opener of the WSK Super Master Series, on January 22-26, 2025. 

Colbe Pattison joins the Kalì Kart Team

Colbe Pattison joins the Kalì Kart Team Read more

Kalì Kart is pleased to announce the agreement with Colbe Pattison who will join the official team for the 2025 season in the MINI category. Colbe, better known as CJ, was born in Halifax, West Yorkshire, on March 31, 2014 and is among the most promising drivers of the English school.

The 20th year of WSK Promotion starts from La Conca

The 20th year of WSK Promotion starts from La Conca Read more

After official collective Tests, the 20th season of WSK Promotion kicks off from the International Circuit La Conca with the opener of the WSK Super Master Series, on January 22-26, 2025.

Subscriptions to the WSK official collective Tests and Super Master Series open on January 1st, 2025

Subscriptions to the WSK official collective Tests and Super Master Series open on January 1st, 2025 Read more

Season 2025 by WSK Promotion will kick off from the La Conca circuit with official collective testing from January 15th to 18th and the opening round of the WSK Super Master Series.

1.000 wishes to the 1.000 WSK drivers of 2024

1.000 wishes to the 1.000 WSK drivers of 2024 Read more

WSK Promotion President Luca De Donno sends his Christmas wishes to the 1.000 drivers from 64 Countries that contested the 12 rounds of the WSK 2024 season. In total, 3.191 drivers were verified.

WSK Promotion’s technical partners for 2025

WSK Promotion’s technical partners for 2025 Read more

Tyres, fuel and clothing providers for season 2025 have been decided.

The official, updated WSK 2025 Karting calendar

The official, updated WSK 2025 Karting calendar Read more

Some novelties were added to the WSK Promotion 2025 Karting calendar.

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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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