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2016 News Items & Press Releases

Kart Parts UK Expands Range   (29/12)

Kart Parts UK would like to wish their customers a Happy New Year.  After another successful year we are pleased to continue to expand our range of products especially our range of in house manufactured karting products such as the very popular 3 wheel chrome and scissor trolleys, pit tables small and large, bead breakers etc.

We continue to supply the wide range of Rotax Max spares, including the Evo spec engine, spare parts and the upgrade kits which are available at a reduced price until 31/03/2017, along with spares and engines for the Iame cadet, Iame X30 and we will also be expanding into the Honda range for 2017. 

We continue to import the IPK Praga and OK1 kart along with also being agents for Gillard and the OTK range of karts and spare parts. 

Our web site kartpartsuk.com is open 24/7 and our telephone lines are open 8.00am to 6pm.  You will also see us track side at SYKC - Wombwell and the Fulbeck Sprint series.

Please do not hesitate to contact us with your enquiries on 01775 712633 or info@kartpartsuk.com Trade enquiries also welcome. 
 
We have also been able to negotiate better rates with our courier for zones 3 and 4 and to also include Southern Ireland.  This is on a two day service and the cost is £5.50 plus VAT.  If you require a one day service please contact for current rates.

Finally, do you need a helmet painting please contract our in house Helmet Paint shop at Dash Designs tel 07913 212724 or search on Facebook for dash helmet designs. 

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Jobs Available: Mechanics Required   (28/12)

Due to recent expansion Racing Perfection has several part time mechanic positions available for 2017.

The successful individuals will be assisting at the team's Forest Edge tests and events throughout the season, which consist of the 1st weekend of each month (Saturday + Sunday) as well as the 3rd Saturday of each month.
 
Applicants must have experience of working on either Honda Cadet or Rotax Max classes.
 
Applications are to be sent to Steve Bell of Racing Perfection at steve.bell@racingperfection.co.uk.

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Rotax Classes 2017   (21/12)

New development in the Rotax classes for the New Year will once again prove the product to be way ahead of any known competitor in the market today.

For the Junior Class, not only do we have the introduction of the New EVO 2017 package that brings improved ignition & carburetion but also the introduction of the MOJO D2 tyre.

The D2 has long been the tyre of choice giving good performance, excellent durability and feel good factor for the driver.

The EVO accessories can be equally successfully installed onto existing engines as the current delivery units.

The EVO is not so much faster, it is just so much easier to drive, more rewarding and way better for the not so experienced driver.

JAG Engineering have been hard pushed to keep up with demand, both for new engines complete & EVO upgrade kits for existing units.

The new engines are sufficiently good & consistently similar that the sometimes-exaggerated value of the so called "Super engines" is largely a thing of the past.

The New Generation of Rotax Max EVO engines will prove once again that this engine is its own best marketing tool.

Supremely reliable, the customer can buy with confidence, every New Rotax EVO engine comes with the unique

BRP-ROTAX conditional warranty.

A product that no-one can match.

Rotax Max FR125 EVO - "it's never been better".

For more information on Rotax classes visit www.jagrotax.co.uk.

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New Tonykarts Now In Stock   (20/12)

MSPORT Karting are pleased to announce that the first batch of the class-leading 2017 401's are now in stock.

To mark the arrival of the new chassis, MSPORT Karting will have chassis' to test at Whilton Mill on both the Wednesday 28th and Friday 30th December.  We will deduct the test fee off any purchase.

For more details please call us on 07968 987883.

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ABkC Plans A New Future   (14/12)

The Association of British Kart Clubs has taken time out to carry out in depth discussion on its future within national karting in the face of changes and perceptions within the sport.
 
Under the leadership of acting Chairman Nigel Edwards, who took over in October, the ABkC steering group has spent two days in discussion devoted to identifying how it can help shape and influence the running of UK karting into the next decade.
 
It has identified a five point plan aimed at building stronger and better British karting with particular emphasis on helping and encouraging club drivers. The key points are:
 
- Working closely with the MSA in simplifying and separating club racing from the full weight of MSA regulations including development of one new single rule book containing all regulations for karting.
 
- A change of focus, image, promotion and perception to make the activities of the ABkC more directly related and geared to drivers.
 
- Development of a new range of low cost championships aimed specifically at club level racing with emphasis on fresh new formats to meet driver demand, and maximise support to the kart clubs.
 
- Working with the growing number of non MSA licence event organisers with a view to building a much closer association which can have benefits for all.
 
- Creation of 'hands on' training days for clubs and officials to help improve relations with drivers, improve efficiency and 'best practice', and create a 'user friendly' environment.
 
Says Nigel Edwards: "The ABkC has done a lot of good work over the past 25 years but now we need to change the approach to meet with the needs of karting today and into the next decade. In particular we want to give much more support and voice to club drivers because they are the life-line of this great sport."
 
The ABkC is now in talks with the MSA in order to help put its plans into action.

For more information on the ABkC visit www.abkc.org.uk.

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Kart-Tek Racing Expand   (12/12)

Kart-Tek is a professional team and has opportunities available as our operations expand. Places are vacant to join the team now, with a full set of services available from simple awning space to full Arrive and Drive support.
 
2016 has been another successful year for the team with 2 more championship titles to add to the list and now is a good time to plan for the 2017 team.
 
We consistently prove our ability to run at the front in multiple classes at circuits all over the UK, taking championships and wins and setting fastest laps.
 
With Kart-Tek's knowledge of kart set up the best performance will be achieved in all weathers conditions and with 40 years of experience in motorsport we can offer the best package suitable for you.
 
Kart-Tek have won British championships, Open championships, Midland championships, Easy Kart British championships, WTP open champions, and have Whilton, Rissington, Kimbolton and Shenington club champions in our extensive list of achievements.
 
Professional team support for all classes including Bambino.
 
Kart storage & transport facilities.
Full kart preparation from £60.
Driver coaching from £75.
Awning space.
Engine hire and support, all team Cadet engines are A number engines.
Also X30 engine with full support off fully kitted race van.
 
For more information or discuss your requirements or arrange a test with team email us: kart-tekracing@live.co.uk or call Darren on 07792 990592.

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Coles Racing In 2017   (08/12)

Come and join Coles Racing in 2017 as we take on the SuperOne series in all OK, Rotax and X30 classes.

We will also be competing in the LGM series in all X30 classes, Rotax & X30 Winter cup in Valencia, RGMMC X30 Euro Series and then the X30 Season Finale; the Iame International Final in Le Mans!

If necessary Coles Racing can provide all equipment for both Rotax and X30 classes.

Spaces are limited for the 2017 season so don't hesitate to get it touch and we can tailor your 2017 schedule to suit you.

2016 Honours:
Junior X30 LGM Champions 
Junior X30 Kart Masters Champion
Vice Mini Max British Champion
Junior Rotax Winter Cup Champion
Multiple race wins, Junior Rotax S1 
Vice Senior Max British Champions

For more information email adriancoleskart@hotmail.co.uk or call 07867 301401.

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December & Christmas Meeting   (05/12)

Firstly, an early "Merry Christmas" to all our customers, families and friends - a big "thank you" also to staff, marshals & officials for your support in 2016.
 
Round 3 - IKR Winter 2016/2017 Championship
Meetings for this championship (6 rounds) are every 2nd Sunday of the month with optional race practice (sessions) the Saturday before.

Competitors best 5 results count towards their final championship position.  Note, a driver can do a one off meeting also & be in contention for race day points.  Many drivers do have a licence, however these meetings are non-msa, do contact us with any questions or clarification.
 
Winter Format
Practice of at least 3 minutes per class, followed by timed qualifying of at least 5 mins per class, then 2 heats (usually 8 laps each) and a final (usually 10 laps). Bambino drivers have practice/qualify followed by 3 timed runs.  Usual classes catered for are Honda Cadet Clubman, Honda Cadet, IAME Cadet, Junior Subaru, Junior Max, Mini Max ProKart 175, ProKart 200, Senior Rotax 162 and Rotax Max 177. http://www.lyddkartcircuit.com/owner-drivers/winter-championship-regulations/
 
All Rotax classes and Junior Subaru use the Maxxis HG1 tyre (1 set for all 6 rounds). Please be reminded to purchase & use barcoded tyres only. Barcodes must match the numbers recorded on scrutineer cards.
 
Saturday practice running order & Sunday race day time table is posted to Facebook prior to event.
 
Entry Options
Post or email completed race entry form & payment to the circuit, or confirm entry & card payment over the phone.

Trakentries online https://www.trakentries.co.uk/clubclone/club.asp?C=26 the deadline for this being Wednesday 7th December.

In person at the weekend, entries are taken up to and including race morning sign-on.
 
Clarkekarts shop is open both Saturday10th December testing/race practice & Sunday 12th December race day. Café and Clubhouse are open both days, spectators welcome.
 
Kart storage is £5 per week and garage space hire is £25 per kart/per day, transponder hire is £10 per day.
 
Contact Sue Hart (Club Secretary) or circuit staff on 01797 321747 or 321895, email lyddcircuit@yahoo.co.uk., visit our website at www.lyddkartcircuit.com, find us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/lydd.kartcircuit/ or download our app at https://lyddkartcircuit.appsme.com.

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FIA ​​World Motor Sport Council   (02/12)

At its meeting on 30th November 2016 in Vienna, Austria, the FIA ​​World Motor Sport Council took the following decisions on the basis of the proposals of the International Karting Commission.
 
"Rookie Of The Year"
A new "Rookie of the Year" award will be presented to the driver who scored the highest number of points, taking into consideration all the results obtained during participation in the CIK-FIA World Championship and the CIK-FIA European Championship (OK class) from 2017. Drivers must be in their first year of competition and be no older than 16 years of age.
 
Tender Awards - Fuel
- Panta has been selected for the exclusive supply of Fuel for the 2017 CIK-FIA Championships.
  
Tender Awards - Tyres
- Lecont * has been selected for the exclusive supply of approved tyres for Category I; 2017 CIK-FIA World and European Championships (OK class) and the 2017 CIK-FIA Endurance Championship.
- Vega * has been selected for the exclusive supply of approved tyres for Category II; 2017 CIK-FIA Junior World and European Championships (OK-Junior class).
- Bridgestone * has been selected for the exclusive supply of approved tyres for Categories III and IV; 2017 CIK-FIA KZ World and European Championships, 2017 CIK-FIA Karting Academy Trophy, 2017 KZ2 CIK-FIA European Championship and 2017 CIK-FIA KZ2 International Super Cup.
 
* Subject to the approval of CIK-FIA tyre homologation concerned.
 
Homologation procedure
It was decided to harmonise the entirety of the various CIK-FIA homologation processes with a three-year validity period and a clear approval procedure.

The new homologation regulations will be available on www.cikfia.com during the month of January 2017.

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Name Change For New 2017 Series   (01/12)

After careful consideration, and having listened to the views of our clients, we feel it is the right time to refresh some elements of our Championship for 2017.

Many of you have commented that the name "Easykart" makes our Championship sound basic and for some of you and and for some new people considering our Championship unappealing! And that's far from true!

The Easykart UK Championship has run for 10 years and has produced some great drivers like GP3 race winning driver Jake Hughes who started karting in Easykart.

The technical side and mechanical aspects of the karts in Easykart is Easy - but for sure, the racing is very competitive and challenging - and is far from Easy on the track!

For 2017 our Championship will be re-named the BirelArt UK Series, and will be promoted as a mono brand series using BirelART karts with Iame EK engines and Vega tyres. We will continue to utilize the Easykart karts and product line.

Of course the ethos of birelART UK as the only factory engine builder, NO teams or external trade or external engine builders means that in our paddock equal and fair play racing will remain firmly in place.

For more information visit www.birelARTUKseries.com.

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Kart Components Manufacturing   (30/11)

Kart Components would like to announce that our new KC30 brake system has been homologated by the MSA for Cadet racing for the 2017 season onwards.
 
We have also manufactured a brand new disc and disc carrier for this system and they are available now.
 
For more information please contact daniel@kartcomponents.com or go to www.kartcomponents.com.

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2017 Beckons For DR Kart UK   (28/11)

In 2016 DR Racing Kart UK became UK distributors for Starlane Performance Electronics, having used them throughout the season, testing the hardware and software extensively.

The Starlane Corsaro is surely, by full right, the most innovative product in the field of telemetry by virtue of its lightweight, wireless, compact and touchscreen technology. The software enables complete manipulation of the data by the user, and the hardware finally brings wireless technology to karting telemetry.

The revolutionary Corsaro unit has also been used throughout 2016 by CRG SPA, therefore recently becoming CIK-FIA World Champion. The lightweight technology of the Corsaro unit makes it ideal for use in the OK categories, or any driver looking to save some kilos on the kart!

Complete Corsaro packages are available from DR Kart UK with exhaust temperature sensor for £440 (OK/KZ) or without for £380 (with water temp i.e. X30), all inclusive of VAT. Please don't hesitate to contact through any of the means below.

After a successful first season with the new MSA British Championship, the Vortex OK class - where team driver Ryan Green regularly featured at the front illustrating the pace and versatility of the chassis - DR Kart UK will be supporting the series once again next year. This opens the availability for affordable team drives in all MSA Superone classes i.e. OK, TKM and KZ, where other team drivers have recently been successful at club level.

The DR chassis range now offers complete suitability for any class and  driver, including: a 30mm S97 chassis developed specifically for TKM with welded front torsion bar; as well as the regular s97, m99 and 32mm m92 (KZ) frames. DR Kart UK are the leading UK based team using only CRG Tinini Group products (recently showing their dominance by becoming double world champions at the OK and KZ World Championships.
 
For information regarding the Starlane Corsaro, to test in OK, or try the DR Kart yourself, contact us via email to drkartuk@gmail.com or phone Richard on 07887 998753.

You can also follow us on Twitter - twitter.com/drkartuk find us on Facebook at facebook.com/drkartuk.

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Precision Racing   (24/11)

2016 has been another successful year for the team with another championship title to add to the list, and although it isn't quite finished for us yet, now is a good time to look at both what we achieved and our plans for 2017 which will include expanding the team!

We demonstrated our ability to run at the front in multiple classes at circuits all over the UK, taking wins & setting fastest laps, some of the highlights from our season have been:

S1 TKM Extreme - 3rd - Phil Smith
SKRC Junior X30 - Champion - Rob Welham
SKRC TKM Extreme - Vice Champion - Lewis Wadley
TKM Festival Junior Elite - 4th - Rob Welham
TKM Festival Senior Elite - 9th - Jake Campbell-Mills
 
2017 is already looking like it should be a very strong year again for the team, plans are already forming to attend S1 in TKM & X30 (both Jnr & Snr), Kartmasters, TKM Festival, E Plate, club meetings & other selected events!
 
Opportunities are now available to join the team as we expand our operations with a full set of services available from simply Awning Space to full arrive & drive support.
 
For more information, discuss your requirements, or arrange a test day with the team email precisionracing@hotmail.co.uk or contact Jake on 07725 077352.

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Latest News From Shenington   (24/11)

On line payments at Shenington
Shenington KRC are delighted to confirm that entries and memberships can now be taken on line.

Entering a Shenington race meeting couldn't be easier... simply register online for the event here: https://www.trakentries.co.uk/clubclone/club.asp?c=23.

You can also pay for membership, practice days, pit bays, transponder hire etc at the same time as your entry.  The discount entry fee for the Winter100 series in December, February and March is also available on the system, only £135 for three meetings if a club member (not applicable to TKM Clubman senior). Or you can separately join the club by clicking here: https://www.trakentries.co.uk/clubclone/membership.asp?c=23.

Once you are registered, the system will issue you with a password and will then remember your details for next time.  It also allows a team or parent with multiple drivers to register them all to one login, allowing multiple drivers to be entered on one card transaction.  You will also find all your information if you have used the TrakData with us before or with another club.

You also have the option to download the 'TrakData' app to your Smartphone which gives you the option to enter for the race no matter where your location!

Payment can also be accepted online from most major credit/debit cards or with PayPal.  All payments are secure with the latest 2048 bit encryption.

Please let us know if you have any problems with our new system.

Alternatively, you can still enter a meeting with a RACE ENTRY FORM, or join the club by downloading from the list on the Race/Entries tab on the www.sheningtonkrc.co.uk website and post or Fax to the address / number on the form. 
 
Junior TKM Clubman at Shenington
Starting on December 18 the club can offer a low cost junior championship.  Junior TKM Clubman is exactly the same as Junior TKM except the TAG engines are not permitted.  Karts in Junior TKM and Junior TKM Clubman will all race together but there will be separate trophies and separate points for the championship (subject as always to sufficient entries).  Please ensure you enter the correct class and confirm on the scrutineering card.  TKM non TAG engines are relatively inexpensive on the used market so the club hopes this affordable approach will boost numbers in the junior classes.  Subject to sufficient entries there will be a Winter Championship for the class over December, February and March, these meetings also counting for the 2017 club championship.
 
Big prizes for Rotax drivers at Shenington on December 17/18 Christmas Cracker
All Rotax classes please note the special offers and prizes offered at Shenington's 'Christmas Cracker' race weekend on 17/18 December.  Thanks to the generosity of JAG Engineering there will be a free draw for sets of slick tyres on Saturday, up to three sets per class subject to entries.  And the class winners will receive an EVO upgrade kit and a voucher for a free 2017 race entry.  That's not all, there will be the opportunity to try out the EVO kit on Saturday on your own kart (limited numbers available, first come basis).  JAG Engineering will be on hand to give advice on the exciting new Rotax EVO parts permitted for 2017.
 
The club is offering club member rates for all Rotax entries at the December meeting.  To enter just choose the Club Member rates on the new on line entry system here: https://www.trakentries.co.uk/clubclone/club.asp?c=23 or complete an entry form from the Forms / Entry page on the www.sheningtonkrc.co.uk website.  Prizes and tyres are subject to a minimum of 5 entries per class, tyre draw is one set per five entries up to a maximum of three sets per class.  All entrants in each class will be put in the raffle for the draw.

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OK & OKJ Winter Series PFI   (23/11)

After a successful Vega Trophy meeting at Shenington Kart Club, Vortex engine suppliers Strawberry Racing and Vega supplier ACR will be supporting the PFI Trent Valley winter series starting in December with 3 further races in 2017.
 
The first 3 drivers in OK and OKJ Winter series plus the first 3 privateer drivers in OK and OKJ results after the 4 rounds will have the use of a free engine package for the 6 round Super 1 championship. (Or prize of similar value if engines are not required).
 
Offers for all 4 rounds of the winter series are;
20% discount off 1 set of race tyres per driver for OK and OKJ.
OKJ The first 10 drivers to enter will receive a free engine package for the Saturday and Sunday, all further entries will get the hire at a reduced cost of £100.00 for the 2 days.
OK engines will be hired at a reduced cost of £100.00 for the 2 days.
Engines will be available for testing on Friday before each race OK £100.00 and OKJ £50.00.
 
Online entry is available at www.tvkc.co.uk.

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Kent Kart Championship   (22/11)

Lydd Kart Circuit is proud to announce its return to The Kent Kart Championship. Circuit owner James Clarke said he is very happy to run two events for this great championship. "I feel that this is the right time as Lydd keeps on evolving; we are fully booked for next year already with various different clubs visiting".
 
"The South needs a worthy championship to keep karting healthy down here as travelling away is so expensive and not everybody can afford to travel around the country. Also it gives dads & lads a better chance as well as teams also competing".
 
The six round championship will consits of two at Lydd, Bayford Meadows & Buckmore Park, and should be cost effective to try and build karting up again in the South and everybody is welcome.
 
2017 Championship Rounds:
26th March - Bayford Meadows
30th April - Lydd
21st May - Buckmore Park
30th July - Lydd
27th August - Bayford Meadows
15th October - Buckmore Park

More details will be released at the KartMania Show as the circuits work together.

See you there!

For more information on Lydd Kart Circuit visit www.lyddkartcircuit.com.

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Rye House Bambino Festival   (18/11)

Rye House are proud to announce our Bambino Festival 2016 will be on 10th December 2016, 11am - 4pm.

The camera crew are booked (and some surprises too!) and we are hoping you'll enjoy the thrills and spills of the IKR Bambino Festival. This will be run by the circuit, fantastic fun and clear rules.
 
If you have ever run, or been part of our Monday night IKR Bambino Cup, then we're sure you'll agree that we know what we're doing. If you haven't, then what a way to start your Bambino racing career!
 
Every Bambino (5-7 years of age) is welcome to enter, BUT for the 20 entrants to the 4Gadgets London Cup 2016 there is a substantial discount!
 
Hows it going to work?
 
Very simply, there will up to three groups, with a total of 15 karts per group. Each group will have a 5 minute practice session, followed by three 7 minute timed heats. The 15 karts that have accrued the most points from these timed heats will go into the final heat. The winner who has accrued the most points over all FOUR heats will be declared Festival Champion!
 
In a nutshell, it's THAT simple! (We'll be using our tried and tested rules & regs from our IKR Bambino cup)
 
With special attractions to also include drift car demonstrations & much, much more, this event will be a perfect opportunity for spectating.
 
Furthermore, this meeting will be televised on Motors TV & we fully expect plenty of crowd shots to be aired!
 
Regardless of age, spectators will have the opportunity to see the children do what they do best, racing, enjoy use of our hospitality suite, cafe & bar and get a real insight into the world of Junior Kart Racing.

The Cost
 
London Cup Entrants (all 20 of you) £35.00
Everyone else: £100.00
 
At the end of the event there will be a presentation. Every racer will get a medal. The top three will get pride of place on the podium and receive a trophy.
At the end of the day these racers are kids. We hope they will have an absolute fantastic day of racing and we can't wait to host this epic day!
 
London Cup entrants enter eere: http://bookings.rye-house.co.uk/Direct.aspx?s=105550
 
Everyone else enter here: http://bookings.rye-house.co.uk/Direct.aspx?s=105549
 
Or call 01992 460895, extension 1.
 
Members of staff will be on hand to offer information on "what goes on" for those that would like it and spectators are welcome at our favourite price; "FREE OF CHARGE"!! We hope you are able to join us, trackside & assure you of a warm welcome!

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2017 OTK Chassis Break Cover   (17/11)

Arriving in time for Christmas are four evolutionary chassis from the OTK 'scuderia' of Tony Kart, Kosmic, Exprit and Alonso. Featuring a range of new developments for the 2017, the karts are the result of OTK's commitment to designing and manufacturing products with superior quality and performance.
 
To the naked eye, the Tony Kart Racer 401S, Kosmic Mercury MY17, Exprit Noesis MY17 and Alonso Victory MA17 don't immediately have any significant changes, but do have a series of enhancements that promise to make these already race and championship-winning chassis even more satisfying to drive and work on.
 
Overall, there are ten detail changes across the range. These include a new rear brake, floor tray, seat and steering column support, third bearing support and front bumper supports, plus throttle cable adjuster as well as revised CIK front bumper bars.
 
Significantly, these developments are aimed to make adjusting the kart - for different track and weather conditions - easier for the driver and mechanic, which is especially crucial in pressurized situations when such variables can change in a heartbeat and alterations to set-up can be needed whilst on the dummy grid.

The Tony Kart Neos is an entirely new model developed to best suit the needs of youngsters racing in the Mini and Cadet classes. This chassis promises very different characteristics to its predecessor, and is equipped with the typical details of the Racer 401S, such as: next-generation aluminium wheels, new stub axles and wheel hubs, ergonomic steering wheel and standard footrests.
 
Much of the development work for the 2017 Neos has been conducted by Tony Kart's UK partner, Strawberry Racing to make it ideally suited for the cut and thrust of British Cadet racing.
 
The new range of chassis will be available from mid-December 2016.
 
For more information and to arrange a track test with your nearest dealer please contact the following: Tony Kart - Strawberry Racing (www.strawberryracing.co.uk) and MSport (www.teammsport.com), Kosmic - KR Sport (www.kr-sport.com), Exprit - (www.fusionmotorsport.co.uk) and Alonso - (www.danhollandracing.co.uk)
 
For full technical specifications of the complete 2017 range of OTK karts and accessories visit www.strawberryracing.co.uk, or call Warwick Ringham on 0114 269 6215 or email him via info@strawberryracing.co.uk.

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Kimber Is Rotax World Champ   (16/11)

Strawberry Racing's Mark Kimber pulled out all the stops to deliver the biggest result of his career to date, following two scintillating drives in the recent Rotax Grand Finals at Sarno, Italy.
 
A huge entry required two pre-finals to be run and in the intermediate classification, Kimber found himself languishing in 40th place overall. In contrast, teammate Perdana Minang had taken pole position, with Euro Challenge champion Axel Charpentier 16th. 
 
With the top 18 drivers from each pre-final going through to Sunday's Grand Final, drama, action and tension were guaranteed. Especially as morning rain greeted the competitors as they arrived at the famous Sarno circuit. Naturally, second-guessing the weather made tyre choice something of a headache and ultimately became a factor in the results of both finals.
 
Opting for slicks, Perdana was caught out at the very first corner of Pre-final A and found himself shuffled to the back of the field. He battled gamely on, but as the rain continued to fall it became inevitable that the race would play into the hands of the wet-tyre shod runners and he agonizingly missed the cut for the 'big one'.
 
The Pre final B was dominated by British talent. Super One front-runner Jonathan Hoggard took the win with Kimber rocketing up the order to cross the line in 3rd place, while Charpentier maintained French pride with a strong 5th.
 
Perhaps playing to his home advantage, Marco Settimo led and began to develop a gap over his pursuers. Kimber took up the challenge of reeling the Italian in and a string of fast laps saw Settimo's advantage eroded to nothing. However, despite the Englishman now breathing down Settimo's neck as the race entered its endgame, he found his rival unwilling to yield.
 
As the pair raced into the very last corner of the last lap, Kimber left his braking to the very last moment, but still could not force a gap, leaving Marco to cross the finishing line celebrating wildly. His tears of joy would transpose into those of sadness when the news filtered into the paddock that Settimo had been given a ten-second penalty for a dropped nosecone, making Kimber the de facto world champion.
 
Charpentier had crossed the line in 14th place but was another to be handed a post-race time penalty - also for a dropped nosecone - leaving him eventually 21st overall. 
 
71 drivers signed off for the 125 Max (Senior) class, also requiring two pre-finals to see who would go through to the main final.
 
In a near carbon-copy of Mark Kimber's performance, newly-crowned Super One champion Jack McCarthy overturned his 43rd intermediate ranking and powered through to 4th place in the Pre-A final.
 
In the Pre-B race, Euro Challenge winner Nicholas Schoell carved his way up the order to 5th, with Irish ace Gary Donnelly just missing out on progressing through to Sunday's showcase by finishing 20th. Making his debut with the team, South Africa's Alain Delon Thompson also saw his journey come to an end when he placed 27th.
 
Crashes became a feature of the senior's event, which affected Strawberry's Schoell and McCarthy. Jack had figured strongly in the early part of the race but saw his dream of adding the Grand Finals crown to his glittering palmares end up parked by the tyres a crash which caused his retirement. Meanwhile, Nicholas' efforts were also to be left frustrated. Having started 15th, he took the chequered flag in the same position, arguably expecting so much more from the event.
 
The team's sole representative in DD2, Aaron Sherlock, was another whom simply did not have Lady Luck on his side throughout the event. Taking on a field of 71 other drivers, Aaron emerged from the heats in 28th place overall, sufficient to give him a berth in the Pre-B final. Despite making up places, his 23rd place was not enough to carry him through to the Grand Final, leaving him and the team to regather and plan their 2017 assault.
 
"Sarno was a bitter-sweet experience," reflected Strawberry Racing owner, Paul Spencer. "Obviously, Mark's victory is fantastic and a terrific achievement for the lad. He really showed his quality and 100% deserves his success. We're all very proud of him."
 
He added: "You've got to feel for Perdana. He was so consistent in the early stages of the week but that first corner, in those conditions and bang, you get collected and it's game over in a split second. It was similarly, for Jack McCarthy. The kid did everything right but he was just unlucky to be the victim of someone else's accident. Overall though, Strawberry Racing has had another great year and these set-backs only make us more determined to overcome them next season. Roll on 2017!" 
 
For more information about the complete range of OTK karts and accessories visit www.strawberryracing.co.uk, or to arrange a test drive call Warwick on 0114 269 6215 or email him via info@strawberryracing.co.uk.

Photograph courtesy of BRP-Rotax.

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MSA Extends Vortex Contract   (15/11)

Following the success of this year's relaunched MSA British Kart and Junior Kart Championships, the MSA has agreed a two-year extension of the Vortex (OTK) engine supply contract.

This means that Vortex (OTK) will supply the CIK-homologated DDJ engine for the MSA British Junior Kart Championship (CIK OKJ class) and the DDS engine (also CIK-homologated) will continue to be used in the MSA British Senior Kart Championship (CIK OK class) until the end of the 2018 season.

Once again, there will be a special prize for the MSA British Junior and Senior Kart Champions: works drives with a Vortex team (Tonykart Racing Team or Kosmic Racing Department) in the 2017 CIK-FIA World Championships. This will be fully funded by OTK, including race entry, race material, mechanic, flights, accommodation and subsistence.

Moreover, these classes will also be adopted in the UK at club level. The engines used at this level will be the same but with differences relating to the senior class weight and tyres.

Rob Jones, MSA Chief Executive, said: "We have been delighted with the impact of the MSA British Kart Championships in 2016, especially considering the Junior title returned after a three-year absence. Part of this success is directly attributable to the fantastic Vortex (OTK) package and so we are pleased that UK karting will continue to benefit from this new relationship for at least a further two years."

Roberto Robazzi, OTK Kart Group President, said "Vortex is glad to be the engine sole supplier for the OKJ and OK British Kart Championship until 2018. Through our Official Importer, Strawberry Racing, we will give the best service possible to the UK market and will provide great support the British Championships."

The class regulations detailing the age and licence criteria, engine package price, and tyres will be made available at www.msauk.org/karttech by the end of November 2016.

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NJL Racing - At Your Service   (07/11)

NJL Racing has available professional Team services from awning space to full team support.
 
Be prepared for the 2017 season. Successful and professional team NJL Racing have a wealth of experience with expertise from former British Touring Car and GT racer and British Super One kart racer offering the perfect combination of their driver skills and knowledge. Including top flight engineers and mechanics available to keep your kart set up creating the best performance in all weather conditions with the knowledge of specific set up characteristics and data of each track, NJL Racing can offer the perfect package for you.
 
For a limited time winter testing packages available: includes driver coaching and kart set up. Each test personalised to the driver to achieve their ultimate pace / knowledge and skills, looking to fine tune, find extra performance and consistency.
 
NJL Racing cater for X30, Rotax, Cadet and Bambino at most UK and European circuits.
 
NJL Racing Team Services offer:
Professional Team support.
Kart storage and transportation facility.
Full Kart preparation.
Driver coaching / management / analysis.
Driver PR & Sponsorship services.
Awning space.
 
For more information please contact us with your requirements - email nick@njlracing.com or telephone 07774 891435.

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Kart Tek Racing   (04/11)

Kart Tek Racing have over 40 years of experience in motorsports, with 15 years in kart racing and also in car racing.
Kart Tek Racing have won British Championships, Midlands Championships, Open Championships, Club Championships.
We have run successful drivers, some drivers are now racing cars and are works drivers for Aston Martin and other teams.
 
Kart Tek is now offering kart hire in X30 and Iame Cadet at club meetings at sensible prices, price on application.
Kart Tek is also offering awning space at Kimbolton, Shenington and Whilton Mill for 2017.
 
Also Kart Tek are offering kart preparation, storage, transport, tuition days, Bambino kart hire and tuition on a Wednesday night at Whilton Mill and school holidays.
We also have a support vehicle with most spares and engines on board for team.
 
Kart Tek would like to congratulate Harry Restall for winning the Rissington Club Championship in 2016 with Kart Tek, also Billy Matocks in X30 Junior finishing 2nd in the Shenington Club Championship and Jenson Woodruff finishing top 3 in Tyro at Rissington, and not forgetting Brett Wykes finishing top 3 in X30 Senior at Whilton Mill.
 
For all enquires please call Darren Masters on 07792 990592 or email kart-tekracing@live.co.uk.

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IKR Owner Driver Race Meeting   (03/11)

Round 2 of the Lydd IKR Winter 2016/2017 Championship takes place on Sunday 13th October 2016.

Meetings for this championship (6 rounds) are every 2nd Sunday of the month with race practice the Saturday before.
 
Winter regulations are available on the website - http://www.lyddkartcircuit.com/owner-drivers/winter-championship-regulations/.
 
Winter Format:
Practice of at least 3 minutes per class, followed by timed qualifying of at least 5 mins per class, then 2 heats (usually 8 laps each) and a final (usually 10 laps). Bambino drivers have practice/qualify followed by 3 timed runs.  Usual classes catered for are Honda Cadet Clubman, Honda Cadet, IAME Cadet, Junior Subaru, Junior Max, Mini Max ProKart 175, ProKart 200, Senior Rotax 162 and Rotax Max 177.  
 
All Rotax classes and Junior Subaru use the Maxxis HG1 tyre (1 set for all 6 rounds). Please be reminded to purchase and use barcoded tyres only.
Barcodes must match the numbers recorded on scrutineer cards.
 
Saturday practice running order & Sunday race day time table is posted to Facebook prior to event.
 
Entry Options:
Post or email completed race entry form and payment to the circuit, or confirm entry and card payment over the phone.
Fill in Trakentries race entry online https://www.trakentries.co.uk/clubclone/club.asp?C=26 the deadline for this being Wednesday 9th November.
In person at the weekend - blank forms available - entries are taken up to and including race morning sign-on (with no late entry fee).
 
Clarkekarts shop is open both Saturday 12th November testing/race practice and Sunday 13th November race day.
Café and Clubhouse are open both days, spectators welcome.
 
Kart storage is £5 per week and garage space hire is £25 per kart/per day, transponder hire is £10 per day.
 
Contact Sue Hart (Club Secretary) or circuit staff on 01797 321747 or 321895, email: lyddcircuit@yahoo.co.uk, visit our website at www.lyddkartcircuit.com, find us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/lydd.kartcircuit/ or download our app at https://lyddkartcircuit.appsme.com.

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Intrepid Chassis Range   (01/11)

Intrepid UK have great offers available across its full range of chassis. We have available Intrepid Bambino, MSA Cub Cadet and Intrepid Cruiser MS3. All Chassis's are in stock and available for immediate delivery Nationwide.
 
Intrepid Bambino is the newest Bambino Chassis on the market and with its full adjustable pedals and seat mountings it is the perfect starter chassis.

And at just £1500 + VAT including a brand new Comer C50 engine and Le Cont race tyres.
 
Intrepid MSA Cub Cadet made out of 28mm tube to the highest standard is the perfect for Iame Cadet kart for the new Dunlop Slick tyres,
 
Karts start from just £1700 + VAT, and 'Just Add Fuel' packages are available from £2500 + VAT.
 
Intrepid Cruiser MS3 perfect chassis for X30, Rotax and OK Classes, made from a full a 30mm tube and fitted with the very latest R1K/R2K Brake System from Intrepid. With great pace shown on track throughout 2016 and it's easy to drive nature and easy adjustable set ups.

The kart is perfect for all drivers wishing to compete at the front of UK and European grids in 2017.
 
Karts start from just £2500 + VAT, and 'Just Add Fuel' packages are available from £3800 + VAT.
 
All Intrepid Chassis are in stock and available for immediate delivery, all karts come rolling including a seat and rims, all Just Add Fuel packages come complete with brand new engine, and tyres.
 
Test days are available across the whole range on a weekly basis at PFI and Whilton Mill and tests in the South of the UK and Scotland can be arranged by request.
 
For more information contact our main office on 01244 677615, email us intrepidkartuk@gmail.com or visit our new showroom at Unit 17 Central Trading Estate, Saltney, Chester, CH4 8SX.

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Become Part Of The ACR Team   (01/11)

Job Description: Easykart UK Factory and Trackside Technical Support.
Position: Permanent (subject to a 12 month probationary period).
 
Position based at the ACR factory in Bromsgrove in Worcestershire.
 
Applicants should have their own transport; a good knowledge of kart mechanics, racing experience would be advantageous. Applicants will work under our Factory Manager and will receive initial support on the introduction of the role during the probationary period; however, applicants are also expected to be able to work on their own initiative.
 
The position will involve the management, service and preparation of Birelart chassis and Easykarts. The successful applicant would be required to assist clients with technical support at trackside test/race events.
 
The position will also involve the PDI of new karts and registration of chassis and engines on official databases. The role will also involve picking and packing of mail order parcels to clients. The role with also include loading and unloading of our race transporter, construction of awnings and cleaning/maintenance of track side equipment. 
 
Basic PC skills would be required as well as a good level of competence for completing service job cards and records.
 
Applicants would be required to attend the (Easykart UK Championship) Birelart UK Racing Championship and work in our team as trackside technical support. Travel and subsistence at these races would be covered by ACR Ltd.
There may also be an opportunity to work with our OK and OKJ classes at S1.
 
Applicants should have a genuine passion for karting/motorsport and be self-motivated with a good personal level of initiative as well as being a team player.
 
We are looking for a person to become an integral part of the ACR team for the future.
 
Interested applicants should send their CV and covering letter FAO:
Jayne Moore, ACR Ltd., Lissone House, Harris Business Park, Stoke Prior, Bromsgrove B60 4DJ or you can email your covering letter and CV FAO: Jayne Moore at acraccounts@btconnect.com.
 
Closing date for interested applicants: Friday 2nd December 2016.

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Tonykart Bambino   (28/10)

Msport Karting, based at Whilton Mill kart circuit in Daventry, have the world championship Tonykart bambino kart, ready to race with a new sealed Comer C50 motor and Le Cont tyres.

The karts come fully assembled with seat fitted and tyres mounted, just add fuel and GO!
 
Price complete is £1850 + VAT. The karts are available to view at our Whilton Mill base.
 
Feel free to call or pop in to take a look at this world beating kart.
 
For more information call 01327 842778 or email info@teammsport.com.

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Rotax Classes For MSA Racing   (26/10)

The Motor Sports Association have now approved the introduction of ROTAX MAX EVO Accessories for use from the 1st January 2017 for the Rotax Max Senior & Junior Classes.

It is acceptable to use Accessories from EVO & Pre-EVO together at the same time. However in the case of the Senior Engine if the new Ignition system is employed then it is obligatory to use the EVO electronically controlled Exhaust Valve in its entirety. As an example, if the competitor decided to use the New EVO ignition etc. he would be at liberty to use his original Pre-EVO Exhaust and or Carburettor.

Minimax will remain unchanged in all respects. This means that 2017 Minimax regulations will remain exactly as per the 2016 regulations with the only exception being the allowed use of the New EVO Exhaust system. The New Exhaust will not provide a performance advantage in the restricted Minimax Class but will allow competitors to upgrade to the new type as the old variety becomes obsolete.
 
Tyres:
Contrary to recent rumour the tyres for all Rotax Classes will remain unchanged for 2017.

Rotax Junior & Minimax will remain on MOJO D1 Slick tyres.
Rotax Senior Max will remain on MOJO D2 Slick tyres.
All Rotax Classes with remain on MOJO W2 Rain tyres.

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OTK Dominates X30 Internationals   (26/10)

The myth that OTK chassis are not well suited to the IAME X30 classes was firmly dispelled at the weekend when Oliver York, Callum Bradshaw and Oliver Clarke took the Junior honours in France, while Hugo Ellis won the Senior final.

Fusion's York and BKC's Bradshaw demonstrated the capabilities of OTK's Exprit kart to great effect, while Clarke and Ellis achieved their success on board Tony Kart chassis.
 
Oliver York's victory was all the more remarkable at the world famous venue after he recovered from starting from the back of the grid for each of his heats to ultimately beat 129 other drivers.
 
York qualified for the pre-final in 18th place, while Bradshaw took pole. Clarke started from P11 with fellow Brits Owen Byatt (Kosmic), Tyler Chesterton (Tony Kart), Jack Maybin (Exprit) just ahead in 8th, 5th and 4th respectively.
 
France's Victor Martins guided his Kosmic to the pre-final win, ahead of Bradshaw and Irish driver Sam McDonnell, also on an Exprit. Maybin, Clarke and York completed the top six.
 
Saving his best for last, York turned on the style to win the biggest race of his career to date, leading home compatriots Bradshaw and Clarke.
 
The Senior class had also attracted a huge grid, with 124 competitors vying for glory. Once the heats had been dispensed with, it was Jordan Nutley-Brown and Ellis who spearheaded the UK's OTK challenge. However, in a rumbustious pre-final Nutley-Brown would DNF, while Ellis crossed the finishing line in 16th place.
 
A terrific performance from the talented ADP star saw him pick his way through the pack to triumph on the grandest of stages.
 
In X30 Master, the top five chassis were all Kosmics, with Graham Hill 6th on his Exprit. Thomas Bale was pipped to the post in X30 Super by Victor Compere - both were on OTK karts.
 
"There were 23 OTK chassis in the Junior final and 25 in the Senior equivalent," observes Strawberry Racing's Warwick Ringham. "In the main finals for those two classes, eight of the top ten in Junior were OTKs and seven in the top ten of the Senior race. All I've heard for the past three years in the paddock is that OTKs don't work in X30 but these results blow that theory apart."
 
He adds: "In the wet and the dry, there was an OTK kart at the sharp end. Of course, you don't have to use an Exprit, Kosmic, Tony or FA kart in X30, but why make life hard for yourself?"
 
For more information about the complete range of OTK karts and accessories visit www.strawberryracing.co.uk, or to arrange a test drive call Warwick on 0114 269 6215 or email him via info@strawberryracing.co.uk.

Photographs courtest of IAME.

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Test The New Rotax Evo   (25/10)

British and European champions KR-Sport will be in attendance for the Rotax Evo test days held at Whilton Mill on Thursday 27th and Friday 28th October.
 
This offers the perfect chance to test with the KR Sport team and try out the latest Evo Equipment on offer from Rotax.
 
We have limited space available for these tests but if you are interested in either of these days with the team then please contact us to book your slot.
 
To make the test as beneficial as possible KR-Sport will only be offering tests to pre-booked drivers so that we can supply the equipment with the correct seat size and pedal position.
 
If you are unable to make either of the tests please feel free to contact us to arrange a personal test with the team over the coming weeks.
 
All enquiries should be directed to Ashley Orchard or Martyn Smithers - ash@kr-sport.com or martyn@kr-sport.com, or call (mobile) 07921 225680 or (work) 01908 991794.
 
Details on KR-Sport can be found at www.kr-sport.com.

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Easykart UK Cadet Academy   (21/10)

The Easykart UK Cadet Academy is designed for new aspiring cadet drivers and is aimed at delivering a positive first 2-stroke driving experience.
 
It's taking place during half term at Whilton Mill on Wednesday 26th October, and you can try it out for free!
 
Are you a Bambino or in another cadet class disillusioned with spiralling costs? Then come and try Easykart Cadet!
 
Or are you making the next step from corporate / arrive and drive or indoor / outdoor rental karting? There is no better place to do it than with Easykart UK - start your racing journey with us!
 
The Easykart Academy sessions will operate on Wednesday 26th October from noon til 6pm at the Whilton Mill Kart Circuit, Whilton Locks, Whilton, Daventry, NN11 2NH
 
The details:
Potential drivers can be 7 years old but must be in the year of 8th birthday to a maximum of 13 years old.
Drivers must have had some driving experience at an indoor or outdoor arrive and drive NKA circuit prior to the test session.
Minimum driver height: 1.25 metres
Minimum driver weight in race suit and helmet: 25 kilos
Drive one 10 minute session for free
Any further sessions will be £20 per session and are subject to availability
Helmets, suits and gloves available upon prior request
Driver coaching and safety briefing provided prior to each session
 
To be able to drive you must pre-book in via the Easykart UK Office on 01527 889595.
 
Or email your enquiry to sales@easykart.co.uk.

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Test Drive A Rotax With DHR   (20/10)

Attention all drivers - leading Rotax team Dan Holland Racing will have various karts in Minimax, Junior Max and Senior Max available to test at Whilton Mill on the 27th & 28th October.
 
Get in touch if you are interested in trying the all new Rotax EVO classes or just the DHR team, no matter if you're just moving up from Cadet or simply interested in trying something new, including the brand new tyre upgrade for the Junior Max class.
 
This day is completely free on our part, just a signing on fee.
 
Please get in contact to book your slot via email dan@danhollandracing.co.uk or call 07960 047810.

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'New Look' TVKC Winter Series!   (20/10)

The ever popular TVKC Winter Series will soon be returning to PFi! Contested over the regular four rounds (December, January, February & March), including back-to-back meetings in January and February, the series promises to be better than ever thanks to some new features!
 
Each round will be held over two days, Saturday & Sunday, regardless of the number of entries. This new format will consist of Practice sessions and Timed Qualifying on the Saturday and then the Heats and Finals will be held on the Sunday.
 
In order to maximize the length of track time for each competitor, given the reduced hours of natural daylight, PFi will be able to run the TQ sessions under the newly improved circuit lights if necessary!
 
TVKC are excited about these new additions to the already very impressive features at PFi. The circuit owner, Paul Fletcher, has gone to great lengths (and cost!) to upgrade the lighting system to comply with the regulations set out by the MSA, allowing track action to take place under the lights if required, offering more flexibility in the timetables for the Winter months.
 
So with a full day of Practice sessions followed by TQ on Saturday and then Sunday dedicated to running the Heats and Finals, we hope you'll agree you'll be getting value for money at the TVKC Winter Series!
 
Entries for the Winter Series can be made online via Trakdata in the usual manner. As the meetings will be over two days, the Practice and Entry fee will be added together as one payment for each round, making the signing-on process on Saturday morning much more streamline.
 
The Series will be held over these four rounds:
Round 1 - 03 + 04 December - Fee: £105 per driver
Round 2 - 28 + 29 January - Fee: £115 per driver*
Round 3 - 04 + 05 February - Fee: £115 per driver*
Round 4 - 04 + 05 March - Fee: £115 per driver*
 
With the tarmac paddocks, extensive free plug in electric points, TVKC paying the overnight parking fees on your behalf and the luxury of the indoor viewing from the Panorama Room, don't let the colder weather deter you from racing over the Winter months, come and be part of the 'new look' TVKC Winter Series.
 
Please find the Championship Regulations here.
 
Please note that due to the new format of the Winter Series only drivers entered to race on the Sunday will be allowed to practice on the Saturday.
 
* - Please be aware that the difference in price is due to the fact the Club's fees shall be increasing in 2017 (Entry fee £60 / Practice fee £55).

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Coles Racing At Whilton Mill   (18/10)

Coles Racing are pleased to confirm we will be attending the Rotax sampler day at Whilton Mill on 27th & 28th October with the help of JAG Engineering.
 
We will have all Rotax equipment available to test, come and join us for a great couple of days with the New Rotax EVO.
 
Contact adriancoleskart@hotmail.co.uk or call 07867 301401 to book your place.

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MSA British Superkart Championship   (17/10)

Jack Layton secured the 2016 championship title at a very wet Pembrey circuit on 16th October.

Starting from the second row of the grid alongside Gavin Bennett, Layton took things easy, knowing that a top-twelve finish would be enough.

While James O'Reilly and Gareth James were dicing for the lead in race one, Layton was content with sixth place as rival Bennett was in third. A win was required.

The conditions were no better the next day for race two and with the championship sewn up Layton didn't take part. James took the lead on the opening lap and looked to be heading for victory until an engine sprocket came off as he started the last lap. This handed the win to a surprised Dan Clark. Race three was due to take place later in the day but the weather and track conditions worsened and it was deemed unsafe to continue by the officials.

Results - Round 13:
1 James O'Reilly (PVP Viper)
2 Gareth James (Anderson DEA)
3 Gavin Bennett (Anderson DEA)

Results - Round 14:
1 Dan Clark (Anderson Redspeed Gas Gas)
2 Adam Edgecombe (Anderson DEA)
3 Andy Bird (Raider Redspeed Gas Gas)

Provisional championship standings:
1 Jack Layton - 420 points (CHAMPION)
2 Gavin Bennett - 375
3 James O'Reilly - 324
4 Dan Clark - 311
5 James Hassall - 269

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It's Almost Time For Kartmania!   (13/10)

This year's Kartmania show is taking shape with more and more exhibitors signing up for the UK's only dedicated karting show, on 26th and 27th November 2016 at Silverstone.
 
The show includes exhibitors from across the karting industry and provides a venue for beginners to get kitted out, established drivers to check out the latest developments, and for traders and organisers to network.
 
The KartBoot section is where teams and individuals clear out their surplus equipment, from complete karts to washers. You could potentially snag a bargain kart and accessories, then go to the main show to find everything else you need from the many knowledgable traders, not forgetting the engine importers who will be able to give you the most up to date advice to get you running well.
 
One of the most significant of these is JAG Engineering, the UK and Ireland Rotax importer, who run the Rotax Max class which is the most common choice for those new to karting. JAG have supported the show from the beginning with sales and advice.
 
The clubs and championships are also on hand with racing options across the country, and some, such as the Northern Karting Federation and CovKartSport, award their annual trophies at the show.
 
The unique location of Silverstone's Wing building adds to the atmosphere as the home of British Motorsport, so save the date now - the show takes place on 26th & 27th November.

See kartmania.co.uk for more information. 

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X30 Seniors & Masters Drivers   (12/10)

Attention all X30 Seniors and Masters - we have been missing you lately at Shenington and after requests we are offering a special deal for our end of October race meeting, club rates for entry on Sunday and practice days on both Friday and Saturday. That's 28-30 October at our centrally placed popular race circuit.

If you come on Friday there is sure to be lots of time for practice. Maybe you are thinking about the class for 2017, so why not contact one of our nearby kart teams for a hire to try.
 
We start at 0930 on the track each day after the driver's briefing and of course there will be full medical cover every day.  Practice will be in sessions. So subject to sufficient entries the race fee is only £50.

Practice is open to all, whether licenced or not, Friday costs £45 and Saturday is £40.
 
You will find our entry form here to download and post or fax in... http://www.sheningtonkrc.co.uk/docs/entryform.pdf.

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MSA Superkarts & Bambinos   (12/10)

MSA British Superkart Championship Round 6: Pembrey, 15-16 October.
 
This weekend the final rounds of the championship take place at Pembrey for the first time since 2010.

Jack Layton has topped the points table since his debut victory at Silverstone back in March and has tasted further success with wins at Snetterton, Donington Park and Castle Combe.

Layton secured the UK Cup title at Castle Combe and then added the English Championship at Cadwell Park last month. This weekend he will be looking for the treble by adding the number one plate to his trophy cabinet. With a healthy lead in the championship Jack can wrap up the title if he finishes inside the top twelve.

Reigning champion Gavin Bennett holds second place in the championship and is the only driver who can challenge Layton for the title. James O'Reilly, 2009 champion, sits third in the standings.
 
MSA Bambino Kart Championship Round 7: Buckmore Park, 16 October.
 
The final round of the 2016 MSA Bambino Kart Championship will take place at Buckmore Park this weekend.

The championship has been incredibly well supported with over 50 drivers taking part and a different winner at each round so far.

The current championship leader Leo Robinson holds a slim points advantage over Scotland's Monde-Jnr Konini, while Finlay Brown lies in third position and will be waiting in the wings should the top two drivers have any problems over the weekend.
 
Photographs courtesy of Chris Walker/Kartpix.net.

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10% Discount On Transponders   (11/10)

Buytransponders.com are offering a 10% discount on new MyLaps X2 Kart transponders!

Not only are all MyLaps transponders frozen at 2015 prices, but it's the only site to automatically link prices to the commercial euro exchange rate to give you the best possible price.

If that wasn't enough, for a limited time you can receive a further 10% discount using the code 'X2KART' at the checkout.

Discounts are subject to availability so visit www.buytransponders.com to place your order today.

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Rotax EVO Open Test Days   (04/10)

Whilton Mill will play host to two Rotax EVO open test days on 27th & 28th October 2016.

All are welcome to come to Whilton on the above days where a number of Karts, fitted with the New EVO engines & components where appropriate, will be made available for all the Rotax classes, Mini Max, Junior Max & Senior Max.
 
These Special Test days are being supported by many of the Top UK Teams as well as JAG Engineering.
 
Watch this space for more details!

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Butterfield is Super One Champion   (03/10)

Jenson Butterfield capped his fantastic Super One Mini Max campaign with a dominant performance in the season finale at PFi on 24/25 September. The Strawberry Racing driver won both his finals, with team-mate Lorcan Hanafin joining him on the podium.

Jack McCarthy's brace of runner-up finishes should have been enough to lift the Senior Max crown, but following an appeal by one of his competitors, he must now wait to see if he has made history by becoming one, if not the, youngest champion in the class. Mark Kimber's valiant efforts in Junior OK saw him podium in Lincolnshire.
 
From the get-go, Strawberry's hard-charging trio of Butterfield, Hanafin and Dexter Patterson were in the reckoning for glory in Sunday's finals. After the heats had been dispensed with, Lorcan had qualified for the first final in 3rd, with Jenson 4th and Dexter 5th. Making his S1 debut with the team, Suleiman Zanfari would line up on P19.
 
Butterfield went on to triumph, ahead of Hanafin in 3rd and Patterson 7th, while Zanfari crossed the finishing line in 14th.
 
With so much at stake, Jenson displayed all the coolness, guile and pace of his famous namesake to make it two wins from two in the main final. His victory put the title beyond the reach of his nearest rival, Jonny Edgar. Lorcan made it a double celebration for the Tony Kart squad by taking the runner-up place, but Dexter's sterling efforts were for nothing, after the young Scot was punted off the circuit during the first lap. He recovered to take 15th place - setting the fastest lap in the process - and finish two places ahead of Suleiman.
 
Mark Kimber was certainly the busiest of Strawberry's drivers at PFi, as he was competing in both the Junior Max and OK classes. Having qualified for the first Rotax final in 3rd place, Mark went on to finish 5th before going one place better in the main final. His points tally took him to 6th overall in the Junior Max series. In OK, he finished 4th and 2nd respectively to complete the inaugural MSA British Championship in a fine 3rd place.  
 
The chance to make a little history as one of the few drivers to not just win back-to-back titles in different classes, but also be one of the youngest to boot, could have plated heavily on Jack McCarthy's mind. As it was, the 16-year old was completely unfazed and remained steadfastly focused on denying his closest rivals the title he so badly wanted.
 
His fellow title protagonist, Josh White, was equally fired-up and the pair would set up a crowd-pleasing 'Super Sunday' of their own by locking out the front row of the grid for the first final.
 
During the last few laps of the race McCarthy and White were engaged in a battle royal. With one of the best moves of the day, McCarthy attacked on the approach to the circuit's tight first hairpin. Josh defended and shut any way down the inside line, inspiring Jack to simply power round the outside. The pair were neck and neck as they sprinted towards the chequered flag but it was the Strawberry driver who claimed 2nd, behind winner Josh Collings. White's 3rd ensured that the title decider would be the very last final race of the season.
 
Another thriller saw the trio finished in the same order in the main final, capping off not just another enthralling race but a year in which each of them had enjoyed hard-fought success. With White and McCarthy tying on points, on paper the title goes to McCarthy by virtue of the Strawberry driver having a better total score over the seven rounds. However, with an MSA tribunal yet to hear an appeal concerning Collings' exclusion from round five, at Fulbeck, the team's celebrations remain on hold.
 
In the Senior OK class Dean Macdonald was going for the new category's very first British championship. His hopes were dealt a cruel blow when his motor mysteriously refused to fire on the dummy grid, which meant that he would be a non-starter for Timed Qualifying. Although automatically put on the back foot for the rest of the meeting, MacDonald displayed his never-say-die attitude to set fastest laps in the heats as he raced from the back of the grid. His combined finishes earned him P4 on the pre-final grid.
 
Sadly, a collision at the first corner dropped him to the back of the field and, to add insult to injury, he incurred a time penalty for a dropped nose cone. This put-paid to his title chances but a terrific performance in the second final, in which he claimed 3rd at the finish, was further testimony to the young Scot's talent and professionalism.
 
MacDonald's team-mates also experienced varied fortunes. Luke Knott had been second-quickest in TQ but despite his obvious pace, chalked up a brace of 7th-place finishes in the finals. Newly-crowned Euro Max champion Nicholas Schoell had a DNF in the first final but rocketed up the order in the second to finish 5th. Similarly, Tom Gamble had driven with great verve throughout the weekend but a podium in either final just eluded him, leaving him having to content himself with 4th place in both races.
 
Strawberry Racing Team Manager, Warwick Ringham said: "It's a shame for Jack and his family, as he'd done absolutely everything he needed to do to get the job done. It's not been a perfect season for him, but it is a mark of his star quality that he kept himself in the hunt, even when his back was against the wall. He's definitely qualified for the Grand Finals in Italy but it would be harsh on him if he doesn't go to Sarno as the 2016 British Super One champion."
 
He added: "This has been a really hard year, in terms of the level of competition across the board, so it is fantastic to see Jenson win his title, with Lorcan and Dexter also in the top five [in 4th and 5th respectively]. Mark has also done a great job; racing in two different classes is far from easy. So for him to take 6th in Junior Max and 3rd in OK is a real achievement. Dean has been fantastic all year but just when he needed it, he ran out of luck. However, we must congratulate Oliver Hodgson, the first ever MSA British Senior OK champion, who has driven brilliantly all year and made it such a great new series for karting in the UK. He deserves his success!"
 
Having previously clinched the Junior and Senior Euro Max series wins with Axel Charpentier and Nicholas Schoell, Strawberry will take a strong line-up to the International Open at Adria (8/9 October) and then the Grand Finals a fortnight later.

Photographs courtesy of Chris Walker/Kartpix.net.

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IKR Owner Driver Race Meeting   (03/10)

Round one of our Winter 2016/2017 Championship starts this weekend. Meetings for this championship (6 rounds) are every 2nd Sunday of the month with race practice the Saturday before.
 
Winter regulations are available on the website; do contact us with any questions.

Winter Format:  Practice of at least 3 minutes per class, followed by timed qualifying of at least 5 mins per class, then 2 heats (usually 8 laps each) and a final (usually 10 laps). Bambino drivers have practice/qualify followed by 3 timed runs.  Usual classes catered for are Honda Cadet Clubman, Honda Cadet, IAME Cadet, Junior Subaru, Junior Max, Mini Max ProKart 175, ProKart 200, Senior Rotax 162, Rotax Max 177.

All Rotax classes and Junior Subaru use the Maxxis HG1 tyre (1 set for all 6 rounds). Please be reminded to purchase & use barcoded tyres only. Barcodes must match the numbers recorded on scrutineer cards.
 
Saturday practice running order & Sunday race day time table is posted to Facebook prior to event.
 
To Enter: Post completed race entry form and payment to the circuit, or confirm entry &card payment over the phone.  Entries are taken up to and including race morning (with no late entry fee). Or race entry online at www.lyddkartcircuit.com, via TrakData, the deadline for this option being Wednesday 5th October.
 
Clarkekarts shop is open both Saturday 8th Oct testing/race practice & Sunday 9th Oct race day.  Café and Clubhouse is open both days, spectators welcome.
 
Kart storage is £5 per week and garage space hire is £25 per kart/per day, transponder hire is £10 per day.
 
End of Season Summer 2016 Championship Awards to be presented in the Clubhouse on the 9th after race day trophies for Sunday's meeting.
 
Contact Sue Hart (Club Secretary) or circuit staff on 01797 321747 or 01797 321895, or email lyddcircuit@yahoo.co.uk. You can also visit our website at www.lyddkartcircuit.com, find us on Facebook or download our app at https://lyddkartcircuit.appsme.com

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HTR Racing 2016-2017   (30/09)

After a successful season in S1 The British Championship and NKF Northern Karting Federation Championship it is that time of the year to look forward to 2017 and what your racing ambitions are.

HTR Racing is noted for their driver development - not poaching drivers to look good, but to develop and nurture the talent to be able to go forward.

HTR Racing is looking for the next Champions, whether in S1, NKF or club events.

HTR Racing can tailor a racing  package for the right drivers.

For more information please do not hesitate to call Derrick on 07836 248459 for a no obligation informal chat.

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The Awning Company Super One Series   (28/09)

Eleven classes and 280 competitors set the scene for an exciting Super One finalé at the UK's best appointed circuit, PF International.  Three titles had been settled prior to this last round, the rest would be fought out through three long days.  Some big prizes were on offer, OTK factory supported free entries for the OK and OKJ, several free entries to the Rotax Max Challenge International finals including for the first time one from MiniMax, and three entries in each of the X30 classes to their International final.  Saturday for the heats had been sunny and dry but overnight rain left the track wet for the first three finals.
 
ABkC Honda Cadet National Championship
Sunday's finals day kicked off with the Honda, the second biggest class in the series. Justin Breward was quickest in timed qualifying from James Walker, Tom Lebbon and Oliver Bearman.  Harry Thompson, Walker and Wesley Mason won the heats, new champion Thompson recovering well from a poor TQ.  Mason was quickly shuffled out of the lead by Thompson, all on wets in the first Final.  Heading and Bearman had penalties in Heat One and whilst Heading spun to the back, Bearman was swiftly into lead contention shadowing Thompson.  Walker clawed his way to the lead due and traded second with Bearman allowing Thompson a cushion but Bearman threw off the challenge and came back for a close second.  Caden McQueen headed the fourth place battle over Alex Eades and Mason.  With the second final in sunny warm conditions, Bearman snatched the lead but Thompson was soon back in charge.  Mason leapfrogged McQueen to enter the lead battle, Thompson now down to fourth whilst Mason and Bearman fought it out.  With great skill Thompson swooped round the outside of the first hairpin to grab the win once more over Bearman, who is easily second in the series from McQeen and Eades. 

Results:
Final 1 (10 laps) 1 Harry Thompson (CER/Synergy); 2 Oliver Bearman (Virtus Motorsport/Project One); 3 James Walker (CER/Synergy); 4 Caden McQueen (Privateer/ZIP); 5 Alex Eades (Global Karting/BRK); 6 Wesley Mason (Project One/Project One).
Final 2 (12 laps) 1 Thompson; 2 Bearman; 3 Mason; 4 Oliver Greenall (Evolution Racing/Project One); 5 Walker; 6 McQueen.

ABkC Junior TKM National Championship
Lee Whittingham had the best pace in the time trials over Abbi Pulling and Bradley White whilst Adam Sparrow had one heat win and Whittingham the other.  Sparrow got a tremendous start in the first final and never looked back as he was over 4s to the good by the chequer.  Three abreast out of the first hairpin had Joe Fowler breaking clear of Bradley White and Whittingham whilst Pulling had ben rather mired in eighth.  But she put on a late spurt on the drying track, clambering up to fourth.  The title was finely balanced as White and Fowler hindered their chances with a clash over the bridge.  Sparrow was turned sideways out of the lead in favour of Ian Sisson but he in turn was shuffled back by Whittingham and Pulling.  White was frantically trying to recover so when Sissons came off on the last lap clashing with Kristian Brierley ninth place was just enough to give him the title by two points on Pulling.  Whittingham had held Pulling off to win the race with Sparrow and James Pashley a distant third and fourth.  

Results:
Final 1 (11 laps) 1 Adam Sparrow (Tal-Ko Racing/Tal-Ko); 2 Joe Fowler (Jade Karts/Jade); 3 Bradley White (Tal-Ko Racing/Tal-Ko); 4 Abbi Pulling (Tal-Ko Racing/Tal-Ko); 5 Ian Sisson (Privateer/Jade); 6 Lee Whittingham (Privateer/Tonykart).
Final 2 (13 laps) 1 Whittingham; 2 Pulling; 3 Sparrow; 4 James Pashley (Privateer/Jade); 5 Jordan Lee-Chapman (Privateer/Tonykart); 6 Fowler.

ABkC TKM Extreme National Championship
Joe Stockford then Louis Back and Matthew Taylor were on top of the 43 kart timed qualifying list, the series' biggest class.  Phil Smith won two heats and Christopher Whitton the other.  Rookie Harry Moore was leading the championship but losing places in the first final, then getting a front fairing penalty along with three others.  Whitton quickly usurped Smith for a massive lead to the chequered flag, Smith hanging on for second on a rapidly drying track.  Defending champion Matt England was at the back then retired.  Kyle Sproat held off Sam Fowler for third.  Whitton made a great start in the second final, a long way clear of Smith who was forced back as Sproat and Owain Rosser contested second.  Smith came back to the front of that group to help reel in Whitton who faded rapidly to eighth.  Smith and Rosser blocked each other at the front allowing Fowler and Sproat to lead over the finish.  Moore's tenth was easily enough for the title whilst Sproat catapulted into second for vice champion, England falling to sixth.  Six drivers had the 10s penalties for displaced front fairings, a rough and tumble race!

Results:
Final 1 (12 laps) 1 Christopher Whitton (Litchfield Motorsport/Tonykart); 2 Phil Smith (Precision Racing/Tonykart); 3 Kyle Sproat (Litchfield Motorsport/Tonykart); 4 Sam Fowler (Jade Karts/Jade); 5 Joe Stockford (Privateer/Jade); 6 Owain Rosser (Jade Karts/Jade).
Final 2 (13 laps) 1 Fowler; 2 Sproat; 3 Smith; 4 Rosser; 5 Andrew Lawrence (TWM/Tonykart); 6 Ryan Edwards (Flex Motorsport/Tonykart).

Junior X30 International Qualifier
Angus Fender just had the edge on Oliver Clarke in the time trials but Clarke won both heats.  Championship leader Gordon Mutch suffered a heat exclusion although being able to drop two rounds in this series would help him against Fender later.  Oliver Clarke fought off a challenge from Henry Laws round the hairpins in Final One then succumbed to Reggie Duhy who in turn was displaced by Evan Cook with all but one kart now on slicks.  A sideways moment over the bridge lost Duhy the lead, Clarke coming back to the front.  Another grassy moment put Duhy back to eighth whilst Fender relieved Cook of second on he last lap.  However Clarke had a 10s penalty for driving standards whilst Mutch, Duhy, Laws and Oliver Greetham had 10s penalties for displaced front fairing leaving Fender with the win.  Fender took a big lead at the start of the second final, Louie Westover leapfrogging Cook for second.  Clarke was on a mission, carving through the field and when Fender faded back towards Westover, Clarke pounced on both.  Mutch was also racing through the field, coming up to second at the end which was just enough to give him the overall lead by 3 points over Fender.  Fender's fourth place behind Westover was not quite enough but they will do battle again at the X30 international finals.

Results:
Final 1 (13 laps) 1 Angus Fender (Jade Karts/Gold); 2 Evan Cook (Jade Karts/Gold); 3 Abigail Ross (AMT Services/Tony); 4 Louie Westover (Privateer/OTK); 5 James Taylor (KMS/Tony); 6 Tom Westworth (Intrepid UK/Intrepid).
Final 2 (13 laps) 1 Oliver Clarke (M Sport/Tony); 2 Gordon Mutch (Clan Racing/Mad Croc); 3 Louie Westover (Privateer/OTK); 4 Angus Fender (Jade Karts/Gold); 5 Oliver Greetham (S8 Racing/Alonso); 6 Evan Cook (Jade Karts/Gold).

MSA British Cadet Kart Championship (IAME)
Joshua Rattican had tied at the top of the timed qualifying table with Bray Kenneally with new champion Harry Thompson hard on their heels.  Thompson must have won more Cadet titles in one season than anyone else.  He also won two of the heats, Kenneally the other.  As Thompson led the first final, Rattican came up to challenge Taylor Barnard for second.  Having thrown that off Taylor punched into the lead, Georgi Dimitrov came through to trade the lead and Thompson dropped to fourth.  Into the penultimate lap and Barnard took the lead over Dimitrov whilst Rattican put Thompson to fourth.  Down the hill on the last lap Dimitrov regained the lead, then Rattican executed a switchback to put him down to fifth.  Yet through the last corners the incredible Thompson outwitted the others to snatch the win by 0.02s over Rattican, Taylor and Jonny Wilkinson.  Thompson's initial lead in the second final was soon eroded by Rattican who was briefly first until Dimitrov assumed the position.  Challenging Kenneally for third, Taylor spun onto the grass at turn one, another pair cutting over the grass in avoidance with little loss.  Luckily Taylor had enough points in hand to save the vice-champion position.  Thompson found a winning pass over the bridge, Dimitrov deposed to second and Kenneally third. 

Results:
Final 1 (12 laps) 1 Harry Thompson (Fusion/Synergy); 2 Joshua Rattican (AIM Motorsport/Synergy); 3 Joseph Taylor (Fusion/Synergy); 4 Jonny Wilkinson (KMS/ZIP); 5 Georgi Dimitrov (Fusion/Synergy); 6 Taylor Barnard (OWR/Synergy).
Final 2 (12 laps) 1 Thompson; 2 Dimitrov; 3 Kenneally; 4 Barnard; 5 Rattican; 6 Arvid Lindblad (AIM Motorsport/ZIP).

MSA Junior British Kart Championship (OKJ)
With an entry slightly smaller than before all Jonathan Hoggard needed was some finishes to win the British Junior crown.  Mark Kimber had been fastest in qualifying and he and Morgan Porter won the heats.  Max Jeanne swooped past Porter for the first final lead whilst Hoggard did a few laps at the back then went in.  Meanwhile Porter, Jeanne and Chris Lulham entertained at the front, swapping the lead until Lulham consolidated the position at turn one.  Jeanne ran wide at the second hairpin, offering second to Porter, but regained the place by the flag.  Final two had another good scrap for the win amongst Porter, Lulham and Jeanne.  Hoggard hung back then put in several fastest laps before cruising for the finish and the title.  Porter regained the lead to ensure second in the championship over Kimber who snatched second in the race, Jeanne and Lulham next. 

Results:
Final 1 (14 laps) 1 Chris Lulham (Fusion Motorsport/Exprit); 2 Max Jeanne (Litchfield Motorsport/Tony); 3 Morgan Porter (BMR/Octane); 4 Mark Kimber (Strawberry Racing/Tony); 5 Bradley Barrett (Privateer/Alonso); 6 Kyle Connolly (M Sport/Tony).
Final 2 (14 laps) 1 Porter; 2 Kimber; 3 Jeanne; 4 Lulham; 5 Roman Haskett (Litchfield Motorsport/Tony); 6 Barrett.

MSA British Kart Championship (OK)
A great entry of seniors for the last round had Oliver Hodgson over Luke Knott and Jamie Flynn whilst points leader Dean MacDonald had no time.  Hodgson continued his clean sweep through the heats although MacDonald was third and fourth with fastest laps.  His championship hopes were dashed at the start of the first final as Knott and Hodgson seemed to touch spearing MacDonald over the grass and to last.  Ross Martin took up the lead but Hodgson was quick to recover past Flynn then sliced into the lead for an unchallenged win.  Martin was second on the road but had a front fairing penalty like Macdonald so Flynn reclaimed that spot.  Hodgson cruised to the second final win and with it the British title.  Jacob Stilp held a lonely second for much of the race until the flying Scotsman arrowed through to challenge.  No matter which side MacDonald tried the door was firmly closed so he had to settle for third and runner up in the championship.  Ross Martin retired three laps from the end whilst Roy Johnson also stopped just after claiming fourth over Tom Gamble.

Results:
Final 1 (14 laps) 1 Oliver Hodgson (PF International/Birel); 2 Jamie Flynn (RFM/Alonso); 3 Jacob Stilp (Mad Croc/Mad Croc); 4 Tom Gamble (Strawberry Racing/Tony); 5 Archie Tillett (Privateer/Fullerton); 6 Sam Faulkner (Birel ART UK/Birel ART).
Final 2 (14 laps) 1 Hodgson; 2 Stilp; 3 Dean Macdonald (Strawberry Racing/Tony); 4 Gamble; 5 Nicholas Scholl (Strawberry Racing/Tony); 6 Flynn.

Senior X30 International Qualifier
Thomas Turner topped the TQ from Matthew Hirst and went on to win both the heats.  He had Jordan Brown-Nutley for first final front row company with Hirst and Matthew Davies behind.  But Brown-Nutley spun at the first turn, leaving Turner in the lead and Josh Collings leapfrogging Hirst for second.  Hirst came back and broke away at the front behind Turner whilst Collings slipped back to eleventh.  A big final laps challenge by Hirst resulted in him running wide out of the bridge turn and losing ground, having to defend from Davies and Ben Davis.  Brett Ward was fifth and went into the second final two points ahead of Davies with Collings a further point back.  Collings could do no better than eighth and Ward fifth so when Davies overcame the challenges from Turner to win, the top spot for the International finals was his.  Euan Wilson came from ninth to fourth behind Hirst.

Results:
Final 1 (14 laps) 1 Thomas Turner (Mark Baines Motorsport/Mad Croc); 2 Matthew Hirst (KR Sport/Kosmic); 3 Matt Davies (Privateer/Tonykart); 4 Ben Davis (Dan Holland Racing/Alonso); 5 Brett Ward (MLC/Mach 1); 6 Jordan Brown (KR Sport/Kosmic).
Final 2 (14 laps) 1 Davies; 2 Turner; 3 Hirst; 4 Euan Wilson (S8 Racing/Alonso); 5 Ward; 6 Davis.

ABkC MiniMax National Championship
Jenson Butterfield had already won the ABkC title but that did not hinder him in his winning ways, and he won one heat with Lorcan Hanafin the other.  Alex Lloyd had been on pole for the heats after TQ success, back from injury.  Butterfield had not done quite so well in his other heat so lined up on the second row of the first final grid with Tom Canning and Jonny Edgar on the front row.  Multiple lead changes between Canning, Dexter Patterson, Hanafin and finally Butterfield entertained.  Patterson lost many places over the bridge leaving Butterfield and Canning to fight it out for the win, finishing in that order.  Edgar lost fourth near the end and would be given a penalty which he successfully appealed leaving him sixth.  So it was all very close for the vice champion spot going into the second final with a short rain shower to complicate matters.  Butterfield broke away at the front with Hanafin, Canning and Lloyd dicing for second.  Patterson spun to the back then Butterfield was caught with Lloyd taking over at the front.  Canning in third was only four points in arrears to Edgar for runner-up in the championship but as Lloyd was knocked back Butterfield again surged to the front displacing Hanafin. Canning lost further places on the last lap to Klaas Kookier and Ben Fayers but Edgar's sixth kept him overall runner-up.  He will go to the new MiniMax International Finals as he is of the right age unlike Butterfield.  The points may remain provisional if appeals are pending.

Results:
Final 1 (13 laps) 1 Jenson Butterfield (Strawberry Racing/Tony); 2 Tom Canning (KR Sport/Kosmic); 3 Lorcan Hanafin (Strawberry Racing/Tony); 4 Alex Lloyd (Dan Holland Racing/Alonso); 5 Klaas Kooiker (Tooley Motorsport/Tony); 6 Jonny Edgar (Coles Racing/Tony).
Final 2 (13 laps) 1 Butterfield; 2 Hanafin; 3 Kooiker; 4 Ben Fayers (Project One/Tony); 5 Canning; 6 Edgar.

ABkC Junior Max National Championship
Myles Apps had topped TQ from Rory Hudson and Jonathan Hoggard but William Pettitt had a front fairing penalty dropping him to last, he would play catch up through the heats.  They were won by Hudson and Hoggard.  Hudson ran wide on the opening laps of the first final dropping him down to fifth whilst Mark Kimber took up the lead over Myles Apps.  Pettitt was also quite a long way down.  Apps and Hoggard vied for the lead until Hudson managed to consolidate his position at the front with Hoggard vaulting by Kimber for second, the latter falling to fifth.  Pettitt charged up to third, but Apps fell to seventh.  Despite being only sixth Joe Turney was fairly clear in the title charge, although having already been given a ticket to the International Finals by BNL the Super One entries would go to the next two.  In the second final as Pettitt took over the lead Apps spun down the order.  Hoggard had fallen to sixth and started his charge through to the front.  Reaching third he found he found Pettitt challenging Hudson for the lead, and taking the win through the last complex.  Hoggard put his kart between them but he was then excluded for a driving offence losing his vice champion slot, and elevating Hudson to second.  Turney took the ABkC title from Pettitt and Hoggard.

Results:
Final 1 (13 laps) 1 Rory Hudson (Tooley Motorsport/Tony); 2 Jonathan Hoggard (KR Sport/Kosmic); 3 William Pettitt (Tooley Motorsport/Tony); 4 Tommy Foster (Privateer/Tony); 5 Mark Kimber (Strawberry Racing/Tony); 6 Joe Turney (KR Sport/Kosmic).
Final 2 (14 laps) 1 Pettitt; 2 Hudson; 3 Foster; 4 Kimber; 5 Tyler Chesterton (Coles Racing/Tony); 6 Turney.

ABkC Senior Max National Championship
Jack McCarthy topped TQ whilst Josh White and Josh Collings took the heat wins.  White took pole for the first final, McCarthy alongside and Harrison Thomas and Josh Skelton behind.  Collings was quickly into the lead over White until Thomas split them.  Skelton came up to second briefly before falling to fifth all his action letting Collings escape at the front.  McCarthy and White traded second, finishing in that order whilst Thomas defended fourth but lost to Skelton and was then penalised 10s.  For the second final Collings enjoyed a huge lead as the others fought behind.  Collings was awaiting the result of an appeal from an earlier exclusion which could lift him well up the final points order.  Meantime McCarthy finally got the better of White which tied them for the championship points lead but McCarthy had the title on countback, ahead of White, Skelton and Thomas.  The championship points remain provisional until the appeal is heard.

Results:
Final 1 (14 laps) 1 Josh Collings (Dan Holland Racing/Alonso); 2 Jack McCarthy (Strawberry Racing/Tony); 3 Josh White (Coles Racing/Tony); 4 Josh Skelton (Coles Racing/Tony); 5 James Johnson (Privateer/Tony); 6 Tom Croydon (Coles Racing/Tony).
Final 2 (14 laps) 1 Collings; 2 McCarthy; 3 White; 4 Johnson; 5 Ben Davis (Dan Holland Racing/Alonso); 6 Morgan Rose (Coles Racing/Tony).

Photographs courtesy of Chris Walker/Kartpix.net.

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The TVKC Awards Dinner   (28/09)

Trent Valley Kart Club have great pleasure in announcing the details for their 2016 Club Championship Awards Evening.

This year's event will be held on Saturday 26th November at the Belton House Hotel and tickets are now on sale.

Full details can be found at http://tvkc.co.uk/beta/2016-club-championship-awards-evening/.

Everyone welcome!

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X30 Club & LGM Tour Drivers   (27/09)

Attention all X30 Club & LGM Tour drivers!

Due to the number of entries and maximizing track time for all drivers at round 6 of the 2016 TVKC Club Championships (incorporating the final round of the LGM series), ALL X30 drivers (Junior & Senior categories, Club & X30 Tour drivers) will be having their Timed Qualifying on Saturday 1st October. There will also be one Heat for the LGM cadet drivers on Saturday afternoon.

Please note that the normal Sunday format of Timed Qualifying, Heats & Finals will apply for all other 'club' classes (IAME Club, Honda, Mini Max & Junior Max).

The SR's for the event can be found here (PDF).

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MSA British Kart Championships   (27/09)

Round 3 of the MSA British Kart Championship and British Junior Kart Championship, and round 7 of the British Cadet Kart Championship took place at PF Internationl on 23th-25th September 2016.

The Awning Company MSA British Kart Championship
Oliver Hodgson won both finals with ease, catapulting him to the British title and with it the prize of an OTK factory supported free entry for the CIK-FIA World Championship in Bahrain.

Dean MacDonald's hopes were dashed at the start of the first final when Luke Knott and Hodgson touched at the first corner, spearing MacDonald over the grass and down to last. Hodgson leapfrogged Jamie Flynn and Ross Martin for his first final win.

Martin's second place became eighth with a displaced front fairing penalty, elevating Flynn and Jacob Stilp. For the second final Hodgson snatched a huge gap at the start and was never touched again, whilst Stilp held off the rising MacDonald for second. Martin retired early on and so did Roy Johnson just after taking fourth from Tom Gamble.

Results - Final 1:
1 Oliver Hogdson (BirelART)
2 Jamie Flynn (Alonso)
3 Jacob Stilp (Mad-Croc)

Results - Final 2:
1 Oliver Hodgson (BirelART)
2 Jacob Stilp (Mad-Croc)
3 Dean MacDonald (Tonykart)

Final Provisional Points Standings:
1 Oliver Hodgson - 570 points (CHAMPION)
2 Dean MacDonald - 558
3 Jacob Stilp - 530
 
The Awning Company MSA British Junior Kart Championship
Jonathan Hoggard only needed to finish last for the British Junior title and his CIK-FIA World Championship entry. He did a few laps before pulling out of the first final.

At the front Max Jeanne, Morgan Porter and Chris Lulham battled hard for the win. From the lead Jeanne ran wide in the second hairpin, leaving Lulham to take the win. For the second final the fight resumed now including Mark Kimber.

Hoggard dropped clear of the pack and then put in a succession of fastest laps, staying out of trouble. After much trading of the lead Porter pulled off a winning move over the bridge leaving Kimber to defend second against Jeanne, Lulham and Roman Haskett. That result sealed Porter's vice-champion slot.

Results - Final 1:
1 Chris Lulham (Tonykart)
2 Max Jeanne (Tonykart)
3 Morgan Porter (Octane)

Results - Final 2:
1 Morgan Porter (Octane) 
2 Mark Kimber Tonykart
3 Max Jeanne (Tonykart)

Provisional Championship Standings:
1 Jonathan Hoggard - 557 points (CHAMPION)
2 Morgan Porter - 538
3 Mark Kimber - 518
 
The Awning Company MSA British Cadet Kart Championship
Harry Thompson sealed the British Cadet Kart title after dominating at PF International. 

Runner-up and the rest were up for grabs but a heat penalty for Bray Kenneally took him out of contention for vice champion. Joseph Taylor's third place in Final 1 kept him second, despite a DNF from a terminal spin in Final 2 whilst fighting for third.

Thompson somehow snatched the first final win on the last corners, leapfrogging Georgi Dimitrov and Rattican, Dimitrov falling to fifth. Thompson pulled off another stunning winning move over the bridge in the second final, having led off the start, had to give way to Rattican then outwitted Dimitrov on the last lap. Kenneally recovered to take third.

Results - Final 1:
1 Harry Thompson (Synergy)
2 Joshua Rattican (Zip)
3 Joseph Taylor (Synergy)

Results - Final 2:
1 Harry Thompson (Synergy)
2 Georgi Dimitrov (Synergy)
3 Bray Kenneally (Zip)

Provisional Championship Standings:
1 Harry Thompson - 1152 points (CHAMPION)
2 Joseph Taylor - 1095
3 Jonny Wilkinson - 1072
 
Photographs courtesy of Chris Walker/Kartpix.net.

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Continued Success For Grice   (26/09)

Grice Racing Engines are continuing to add successes to the already long list, across the different classes and with a variety of teams, showing that the policy of treating everyone equally is working.
 
Old flame Martin Brackenbury has been back in action at Fulbeck in Senior Max at the NKF meeting, setting fastest laps.
 
We're building engines again for Wigan local Sam Pollitt in both X30 and Rotax, and in addition  X30 drivers Ben Wooldridge, Archie Tillett, Matt Armstrong, Tom Westworth, Tye mason, King brothers ,Louie Short and many many more have all been mega fast during the summer.
 
To keep up with all this, Dean Panrucker is now full time in the workshop together with specialising at trackside support after our great success during the winter, spring and summer.
 
We have over 30 years experience in virtually every class in karting, and we concentrate entirely on engine preparation, constantly investing in new resources to give you the best. We have a state-of-the-art dyno and rolling road where we investigate every new part when it becomes available, one reason why in X30 we've been at the front since the launch of the class.
 
Lastly as part of our investment program we have just taken delivery of the latest rotax cylinders and 5 new X30 motors. If you want your motor updated or wish to enquire about a new race ready motor in readiness of next years season please contact us immediately.
 
For more details please contact Tom Grice on 07707 298774, Dean Panrucker on 07581 793552, or call the Workshop on 01268 727847.

You can also visit our website at www.griceracingengines.com or email ricky.grice@icloud.com.

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IKR Racing & Championship Awards   (22/09)

Lydd Kart Circuit Owner Driver 2016 Summer Championship Awards.
 
We have seen some great racing this season, well done to all competitors. Bambino's too, working their lines during the timed runs for this class. A few drivers are moving up a class and we are gearing up now for the start of our Winter 2016/2017 IKR Owner Driver Championship. Thank you to all our staff, drivers and teams, friends and families for your support.
 
Bambino 2-Stroke
1st Place Damian Baruss-Haggett
2nd Place Marco Horsley
3rd Place Mikey Walker
4th Place Ivo Thwaites
5th Place Oliver Jamieson
 
Honda Cadet Clubman
1st Place Mitchell Gibbons
2nd Place Harrison Crowther
3rd Place Poppi Stephenson
4th Place Maks Solarski
 
Honda Cadet
1st Place Louis Horsley
2nd Place Ben Harper
3rd Place Leon Frost
4th Place Ethan Barford
 
IAME Cadet
1st Place Jacob Baldry
 
Junior Subaru
1st Place Riley Stephenson
2nd Place Joshua Pullen
3rd Place Lewis Berry
4th Place Ben Hoare
 
Junior Rotax
1st Place Rhys Anthony
2nd Place Sam Powell
3rd Place Alex Hughes
4th Place Jayden Walker
 
ProKart 175
1st Place Nick Williams
2nd Place Chris Williams
3rd Place Grant Brigdale
4th Place Daniel Tidwell
 
ProKart 200
1st Place Jack Denne
2nd Place Matt Spickett
3rd Place Malcolm Freeman
4th Place John Denne
 
Senior Rotax 162
1st Place Daniel Read
2nd Place Steve Walker
3rd Place Danny Walker
4th Place William Kember
 
Rotax Max 177
1st Place Karl Mepham
2nd Place Oliver Clarke
 
Championship Awards to be presented at Lydd Kart Circuit on Sunday 9th October 2016 after race day trophies have been given out for the first round of our winter racing season.
 
'Winner of The London Cup'
A shout out also to Damian Baruss-Haggett for his victory at Rye House on Sat 17th September The London Cup went to you 'Great Bambino Win'.
 
The 6 Winter Race Dates are:
Round 1 -  October 9th 2016
Round 2  - November 13th 2016
Round 3  - December 11th 2016
Round 4  - January 8th 2017
Round 5  - February 12th 2017
Round 6  - March 12th 2017

Regulations for our 2016/17 Winter Championship are being updated and will be available on the website next week.

For more information contact Sue Hart (Club Secretary) on 01797 321747 or 01797 321895, or email lyddcircuit@yahoo.co.uk. You can also visit our website at www.lyddkartcircuit.com, find us on Facebook or download our app at https://lyddkartcircuit.appsme.com.

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MSA Championship Previews   (22/09)

PF International plays host to The Awning Company MSA British Kart Championship (including those for Cadets and Juniors) this weekend, 23-25th September.

Round 3 of the MSA British Kart Championship:
The 'Flying Scotsman' Dean MacDonald holds station at the top of the points standings, 10 points ahead of Oliver Hodgson going into the season finale at PF International, which is recognised as the UK's premier kart circuit.

Jacob Stilp is a further 16 points in arrears but with all three rounds to count in the CIK's new international class any slip will be severely punished. Like the juniors the big prize is a free works entry to the CIK-FIA World Championships in Bahrain.

Support races include the final rounds of the ABkC National Championships for the Rotax, TKM and Honda Cadet classes as well as Britain's X30 international qualifier rounds. For more details, entry lists and timetables visit www.superoneseries.com and for track and access details of PF International visit www.tvkc.co.uk/beta.

Round 3 of the MSA British Junior Kart Championship:
The third and last round of the revitalised championship will be held at PF International this weekend. The title race is far from settled, with Jonathan Hoggard and Morgan Porter currently vying for top honours.

The champion will be invited to the CIK-FIA World Championships in Bahrain as part of an OTK factory team - an immense prize giving the champion a chance to demonstrate his talent on the world stage.

Sixth place in the standings is Callum Bradshaw, who has already sealed his place in Bahrain by winning the CIK-FIA Karting Academy Trophy. Nigel Edwards, chairman of this weekend's hosts, Trent Valley Kart Club, said: "We are going to be very busy with 280 competitors but this will be an exciting and challenging finale to the season."

There will be practice and timed qualifying on Friday, heats on Saturday and finals on Sunday. For more details, entry lists and timetables visit superoneseries.com and for track and access details of PF International visit www.tvkc.co.uk/beta.

Round 7 of  the MSA British Cadet Kart Championship:
Harry Thompson has already provisionally taken the 2016 title and completed a unique double by also winning the ABkC Honda Cadet National championship in the same Super One Series. Each class has around 40 regular competitors, making his success even more commendable.

For the last round, held at PF International situated between Newark and Grantham, all eyes will be on the runner-up position being fought out between Joseph Taylor, Jonny Wilkinson and Bray Kenneally. There will be practice and timed qualifying on Friday, heats on Saturday and finals on Sunday.

Promoter John Hoyle said: "We are looking forward to our biggest ever Super One, it is immensely satisfying that nearly everyone is continuing to race through to the last round."

For more details, entry lists and timetables visit superoneseries.com and for track and access details of PF International visit www.tvkc.co.uk/beta.

Photographs courtesy of Chris Walker/Kartpix.net.

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MSA British Gearbox Kart GP   (20/09)

Introducing the return of the MSA British Gearbox Kart Grand Prix!
 
This event will be held at Fulbeck Kart Circuit on 22 & 23 October 2016, with an optional test day also available on Friday 21 October.
 
Open to National A licence holders (or above), this event will crown the 2016 Gearbox GP winners in the 250 National and KZ2 UK categories.
 
The format will include Official Practice, Timed Qualifying and Heat 1 on the Saturday and then Warm Up, Heat 2, B Finals (if applicable), Pre Finals and Grand Prix on the Sunday.
 
Trent Valley Kart Club & Lincolnshire Kart Racing Club and put together a CASH prize fund for this event! The top three from each class will be awarded with the following... 1st £300, 2nd £150, 3rd £100.
 
So with this excellent CASH prize fund to be won along with the coveted GP plates at stake plus a Saturday night BBQ planned, why not help support this event and help it to become a regular fixture on the UK Karting calendar once more!
 
Entries are open now! Enter online at https://www.trakentries.co.uk/clubclone/club.asp?C=14.
 
The two day entry fee is £115. The optional Friday practice day is £30. Entries will close on Saturday 15th October at 6pm.
 
Find a copy of the Supplementary Regulations plus more information at http://tvkc.co.uk/beta/2016-msa-british-gearbox-kart-grand-prix/
 
For more information, please contact TVKC's Competition Secretary, Danielle Short, on 07545 131099.

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Volunteer Required At PFI   (20/09)

Trent Valley Kart Club are looking for a volunteer who can look after their IT requirements at PF International kart circuit during their race meetings.
 
This person should be competent in this field and have a good understanding of IT equipment, the network infrastructure and be able to troubleshoot issues that may arise.  This person should also be able to commit to the majority of the race meetings (generally the first weekend of each month) and able to begin as soon as possible.
 
Although only on a volunteer basis, expenses will be paid. For more information, please contact TVKC Chairman, Nigel Edwards, on 07883 401205.

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New Drivers For MSPORT Karting   (15/09)

MSPORT Karting, the Whilton Mill based Tony Kart dealers are pleased to welcome Casper Stevenson to its X30 Junior line-up. Casper first tested with the team during the summer and has now confirmed a deal to race with the team, starting with the X30 tour at our home circuit this weekend. Casper will finish off the season doing various club races getting ready for a full season of racing at club and national level in 2017.
 
The team also welcomes Lucas Gross for the X30 tour and we are looking forward to working with these new young chargers.
 
We are main dealers for Tony Kart and carry full spares back up to each event for both team drivers and customers.
 
Team spaces are limited, please call 01327 842778 to discuss your requirements. The team will be racing over the winter at PFI, Kimbolton, Shenington and Whilton Mill each month.

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The Awning Company Super One Series   (14/09)

Three titles were settled at the Oxfordshire circuit. Scott Allen clinched the short circuit gearbox MSA British Championship whilst Harry Thompson completed a unique double in adding the Honda Cadet to his IAME Cadet British title and Jenson Butterfield has done enough to put the MiniMax title to bed, both with a round to run. It was wet nearly all day on Saturday for the timed qualifying and heats, only the last couple of races had slicks but Sunday dawned bright and sunny.  
 
MSA British Short Circuit Gearbox Championship for KZ1
Scott Allen was a full second faster than Dan Kelly in the streaming wet timed qualifying and went onto dominate the two heats.  Unfortunately round one winner John Pike was unable to race, citing work priorities.  In the first final Allen set off ahead of Kelly with guest driver Tom Longfield just about hanging onto the lead pair.  A masterly lunge at the last hairpin say Kelly move ahead and although Allen came back on his rear bumper no safe overtake presented.  Hannah Lang came of the start grid last but leapfrogged Anderson Chilcott and Lee Hasler for fourth.  For the second final Allen leapt away from the middle of the front row to lead Kelly and Longfield.  The gap between the lead duo waxed and waned, with Kelly putting in fastest lap but never quite able to find an opening.  Lang came by Chilcott for fourth once more, before the latter retired and Longfield again acquitted himself well.  Allen celebrated his British title over the line and said: ""It was hard but fair racing all season, still difficult to win though."  That was the final round of the class, all the others end at PF International two weeks later.

Results:
Final 1: 1 Dan Kelly (Andy Fairless Racing/Birel ART); 2 Scott Allen (Jade Karts/Gold/IAME); 3 Tom Longfield (Privateer/Birel ART/TM); 4 Hannah Lang (MK Racing/Tonykart/Vortex); 5 Lee Hasler (Privateer/CRG/Maxter); 6 Anderson Chilcott (Jade Karts/Gold/IAME).
Final 2: 1 Allen; 2 Dan Kelly +0.14s; 3 Longfield; 4 Lang; 5 Hasler; 6 Chilcott.
 
ABkC Honda Cadet National Championship
Joint largest class with senior TKM Extreme, the Honda Cadets needed two timed qualifying sessions and a repechage before the finals.  Alex Eades was quickest over Oliver Bearman in TQ1 with Harry Thompson sixth, and in TQ2 Archie Brown was quite a bit faster than Kacper Skuza.  When put together the first session was faster.  Bearman won both his heats and Thompson the other.  The first final was quickly stopped for an accident but the errant driver was able to restart at the back.  After a heat exclusion Sebastian Bloch found himself starting near the back of the repechage but soon arrowed through to win over Tyler Read.  Frankie Taylor's driving was bad enough to see him excluded from the event.  The O Plated Bearman lined up on pole for the first final alongside Thompson, Bearman being the only realistic challenger to Thompson for the title.  Although Bearman did take the lead at the start he was soon drifting backwards with some sort of problem, capped by a spin in the chicane to end 22nd.  Thompson assumed the lead and despite a successful challenges by Dylan Cooper he took the win over Eades and James Walker. Cooper was squeezed wide in the chicane attempting a pass and fell to 19th.  The E Plated Wesley Mason was docked a lap for driving standards and would be another of the quick ones starting the second final from near the back.  Thompson and Eades broke clear, Thompson deciding to retake up the lead when the next group came close, eventually heading a twelve kart train.  Lucas Ellingham vaulted into second, Eades third and so it stayed with Thompson defending to the chequer and Bearman battling up to eighth.  Thompson has enjoyed a fantastic year racing in both classes, often at the same meetings.

Results:
Final 1: 1 Harry Thompson (CER/Synergy); 2 Alex Eades (Global Karting/BRK); 3 James Walker (CER/Synergy); 4 Tom Lebbon (BRK/BRK); 5 Caden McQueen (Privateer/ZIP); 6 Lucas Ellingham (Global Karting/Zip).
Final 2: 1 Thompson; 2 Ellingham; 3 Eades; 4 Archie Brown (BRK/BRK); 5 McQueen; 6 Walker.

ABkC MiniMax National Championship
Only Jonny Edgar had a realistic chance of keeping the title hopes alive to the final round and he qualified third just ahead of Jenson Butterfield whilst Oakley Pryor was fastest from Tom Canning.  Pryor won heat one and Lorcan Hanafin the other putting Canning on pole for the first final alongside Butterfield.  Although briefly in second to Canning, Edgar was shuffled back to fifth whilst Canning and Butterfield disputed the lead.  Hanafin came up to spoil their fun by taking the win, Butterfield second whilst Canning out-witted Edgar and Dexter Patterson for third.  For the second final Hanafin and Butterfield sped clear whilst Edgar was mired in an exchange with Canning, eventually third.  That was more than enough to give Butterfield an unassailable points advantage for the ABkC National title. 

Results:
Final 1: 1 Lorcan Hanafin (Strawberry Racing/Tony); 2 Jenson Butterfield (Strawberry Racing/Tony); 3 Tom Canning (KR Sport/Kosmic); 4 Jonny Edgar (Coles Racing/Tony); 5 Dexter Patterson (Strawberry Racing/Tony); 6 Finlay Bunce (Tooley Motorsport/Tony).
Final 2: 1 Hanafin; 2 Butterfield; 3 Edgar; 4 Canning; 5 Patterson; 6 Ben Fayers (Project One/Tony).

ABkC Junior Max National Championship
Everybody was quite close in the timed qualifying but it was Mark Kimber from Joe Turney and Myles Apps that scored at the top of the list.  Kimber and Turney shared the heat wins but it was Apps' consistency with two seconds that brought him pole for the first final.  There was a good bit of shuffling around at the front between Apps, Tyler Chesterton and Turney until the latter broke away.  He was reeled in by Jonathan Hoggard and Chesterton who then both traded the lead.  Turney regained second then was hung out to dry to finish fifth, Chesterton clear to win whilst Hoggard claimed second over Kimber.  The second final was much of a re-run, Hoggard shuffled back from the lead taken up by Turney for a few laps.  He was deposed by Chesterton in the chicane followed by a further place loss to Kimber.

Results:
Final 1: 1 Tyler Chesterton (Coles Racing/Tony); 2 Jonathan Hoggard (KR Sport/Kosmic); 3 Mark Kimber (Strawberry Racing/Tony); 4 Rory Hudson (Tooley Motorsport/Tony); 5 Joe Turney (KR Sport/Kosmic); 6 Myles Apps (Dan Holland Racing/Alonso).
Final 2: 1 Chesterton; 2 Kimber; 3 Turney; 4 Hoggard; 5 Hudson; 6 Apps.

ABkC Senior Max National Championship
Jack McCarthy took fastest qualifying time over Josh White and Josh Skelton with McCarthy and Josh Collings going onto win the heats.  Skelton and Collings lined up on the front row of the first final, in the biggest grid of the year. Collings then managed a lights to chequer win despite the close attention of White after he had taken Skelton early on.  Charlie Turner was nobbled in the chicance, losing many places then retired with a thrown chain.  Harrison Thomas worked his way up to third, beating Skelton and McCarthy.  Collings once again took the second final win, but with more effort as he had to repass Skelton and regain the lead from White.  That pair drew clear of Tom Gamble who eventually succumbed to Thomas for third.  Turner fell foul of officialdom with an exclusion from driving in his efforts to recover.

Results:
Final 1: 1 Josh Collings (Dan Holland Racing/Alonso); 2 Josh White (Coles Racing/Tony); 3 Harrison Thomas (KR Sport/Kosmic); 4 Josh Skelton (Coles Racing/Tony); 5 Jack McCarthy (Strawberry Racing/Tony); 6 James Johnson (Privateer/Tony).
Final 2: 1 Collings; 2 White; 3 Thomas; 4 Tom Gamble (Strawberry Racing/Tony); 5 Johnson; 6 McCarthy.
 
ABkC Junior TKM National Championship
For many Shenington in the TKM home track yet Ian Sisson took fastest in TQ from Kristian Brierley and local James Pashley.  Sisson dominated in the wet and won both heats from Pashley but lost many places on the first lap when his engine cut out.  He would finish a lowly 17th.  Bradley White took up the running until Adam Sparrow relieved him of the lead, only to be himself put aside by Abbi Pulling.  Then Joe Fowler surged into a big lead for the win, Pulling breaking clear of the second group to chase him down.  Pashley leapfrogged White and Ross Deal near the end for third.  Sparrow was later excluded for driving standards.  Fowler hung onto the lead throughout the second final, Pulling on his bumper but never quite seeing a gap.  Pashley and Lee Whittingham traded third with Pashley prevailing.  Sisson made it to 10th and Sparrow to 12th. 

Results:
Final 1: 1 Joe Fowler (Jade Karts/Jade); 2 Abbi Pulling (Tal-Ko/Tal-Ko); 3 James Pashley (Privateer/Jade); 4 Ross Deal (SJ Motorsport/Tal-Ko); 5 Zak Oates (Klaassen Motorsport/Tonykart); 6 Lee Whittingham (Privateer/Tonykart).
Final 2: 1 Fowler; 2 Pulling; 3 Pashley; 4 Whittingham; 5 Jordan Lee-Chapman (Privateer/Tonykart); 6 Kristian Brierley (Klaassen Motorsport/Tonykart).
 
ABkC TKM Extreme National Championship
This class has enjoyed an extraordinary resurgence this year, and more than matches Honda Cadet for size, needing a repechage every round.  The amalgamated timed qualifying had Harry Moore at the top of the list from Tom Owen, Joe Stockford and Charlie Bruce-White.  Owen, John Hogan and Bruce-White won the heats putting Owen on pole from Bruce-White for the first final.  Bruce-White led initially until Owen vaulted over Phil Smith and then led.  Smith had started sixth on the grid but he was soon relieved of the lead by Chris Whitton who had fairly flown up from grid 13.  Ryan Edwards, the Welsh champion, momentarily took third from Owen but fell back to sixth, allowing Smith and Whitton to break away.  Owen held off Bruce-White for third which would become second when Whitton was excluded for not having enough fuel left to give a sample.  A little further back Simon Vercoe, James Ogden and Lewis Wadley all crashed out at the high speed Hangar Corner.  Five karts had 10s penalties for displaced front fairings.  From eighth on the grid Matthew Taylor sliced through the squabbling lead pack headed by Phil Smith and Owen in the second final to lead.  Smith fell as far as eleventh before working his way back to fifth.  Taylor was reeled in by Edwards and Owen, both going past with Owen then taking the win. Edwards lost second to Taylor. 

Results:
Final 1: 1 Phil Smith (Precision Racing/Tonykart); 2 Tom Owen (Klaassen Motorsport/Tonykart); 3 Charlie Bruce-White (Privateer/Tonykart); 4 Matt England (Privateer/Tal-Ko); 5 Harry Moore (Jade Karts/Jade); 6 Ryan Edwards (Privateer/Tonykart).
Final 2: 1 Owen; 2 Matthew Taylor; 3 Edwards; 4 England; 5 Smith; 6 Moore.

For more information on the championship visit superoneseries.com.

Photographs courtesy of Chris Walker/Kartpix.net.

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The World Championships Are Back   (14/09)

In a major coup for UK karting, Lincolnshire's PF International circuit will host next year's CIK-FIA World Junior & Senior Kart Championships on 22-24 September 2017, subject to ratification by the FIA World Motor Sport Council.

Trent Valley Kart Club (TVKC) said it will start planning immediately for the organisational challenge of running the world's premier karting event. The club also said it hoped the rest of UK karting will support the occasion by avoiding clashes during the world championship weekend.

Nigel Edwards, TVKC chairman, said: "The whole team at TVKC and the legendry PF International kart circuit are delighted to be awarded the 2017 CIK-FIA World Championships, which is just reward for their past efforts in bringing CIK-FIA karting to the UK and also for the strides made by the PFI circuit and management, all of which has been with the help and support of the MSA.

"UK karting organisers and officials are the envy of the world and this event will allow us to showcase all that is good about our sport," he continued. "We hope that UK kart officials and marshals will turn out in force to assist with the organisation and be part of this magical moment in UK karting history."

For further information, contact TVKC via www.tvkc.co.uk.

Photograph courtesy of Chris Walker/Kartpix.net.

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New Motorsport School   (12/09)

Donington Park is to host a new Motorsport School for Race Car and Bike Mechanics.
 
On 19 November Donington Park will open its doors for ten weekends to host the new MIA School of Race Mechanics for race cars and race bikes, in partnership with the Motorsport Industry Association (MIA) and the famous Motorsport Technical School (MTS) of Monza in Italy.
 
The MIA School of Race Mechanics at Donington will provide forty students with the chance to join these two employer-supported programmes, studying for 160 hours over ten weekends. The hands-on, pit-garage practical and classroom courses will be led by current race car and race bike mechanics who will share their successful experience.
 
The courses provide a one-of-a-kind opportunity for students looking for a career as a motorsport mechanic. While also ensuring teams which usually provide on the job training, have access to new students who have met an industry standard.
 
* Race Car Mechanics will work on Sports, Touring, Formula and Rally cars gaining a knowledge of open and closed wheel racing.
 
* Race Bike Mechanics will work on Super, Super Stock, Track and Off-Road Bikes for practical hands-on learning.
 
The top ten students from the course will receive a 2017 placement within a professional race team, giving them a head start in their motorsport careers.
 
Christopher Tate, Managing Director of Donington Park commented "We are delighted to be holding the School of Race Mechanics at Donington Park. We believe we are keen innovators at Donington, and are always pressing to introduce new people to the sport, whether they be future competitors, spectators, marshals, or in this case, mechanics. Quite simply, motorsport mechanics are vital to any team competing in car or bike racing, and we are pleased that the MIA has recognised that more needs to be done to encourage mechanics of the future to take an interest in the sport. We are sure the students will have a thoroughly useful experience, and are grateful that the MIA has selected to hold the school at Donington Park."
 
Chris Aylett, Chief Executive of the Motorsport Industry Association commented "There is a strong demand from UK race and rally teams for well-trained mechanics, the MIA created these unique, focussed training courses, delivered by experts, to help young people get one of these jobs. MIA School of Race Mechanics students have the best possible start to their motorsport careers as all our courses are closely linked with future employers to meet their current demands".
 
Are you a student studying mechanics at a technical college? A car/bike mechanic who wants to move into motorsport? A team wanting to invest in training your staff? A race competitor needing more practical knowledge? These courses will be of interest to you.
 
To book on a course or for more information, please visit the MIA website at www.the-mia.com/education.

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British Short Circuit Kart Champs   (12/09)

Scott Allen clinched his first British title at Shenington, starting with fastest in timed qualifying followed up by two heat wins on a soaking wet Saturday.

Sunday dawned sunny and dry, with Allen leading the first final until Dan Kelly executed a masterful lunge into the last hairpin.

For the second final Allen made a perfect start and held off Dan Kelly throughout to take the win. Guest driver Tom Longfield showed good pace keeping in touch with the leading duo.

Results - Final 1:
1 Dan Kelly (Birel/TM)
2 Scott Allen (Gold/IAME)
3 Tom Longfield (Birel/TM)

Results - Final 2:
1 Scott Allen (Gold/IAME)
2 Dan Kelly (Birel/TM)
3 Tom Longfield (Birel/TM)

Provisional championship standings:
1 Scott Allen - 579 points (CHAMPION)
2 Dan Kelly - 565
3 Hannah Lang - 525

Photograph courtesy of Chris Walker/Kartpix.net.

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British Short Circuit Kart Champs   (07/09)

This weekend - 10th & 11th September - The Awning Company MSA British Short Circuit Kart Championship heads to Shenington, near Banbury, for the final round.

John Pike and Scott Allen have both won rounds this year so this decider, the third and final round, will be most crucial as to who wears the British crown.Allen holds a slender 12-point lead with Dan Kelly just a point ahead of Pike in second. The 125cc 6-speed geared karts will reach over 90mph on the fast circuit that has two tricky hairpins offering good overtaking opportunities.

Live timing is available at www.tagheuer-timing.co.uk/skrclivetiming.html.

Full details for the entry lists and event timetables are on here superoneseries.com/downloads/and for access visit the Shenington website: www.sheningtonkrc.co.uk.

Spectator access is £5 per car and the event will be televised on MotorsTV.

Photograph courtesy of Chris Walker/Kartpix.net.

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IKR Owner Driver Summer Champs   (05/09)

Round 6, the final summer round of the IKR Owner Driver championship takes place on Sunday 11th September 2016.

Meetings for this championship are every 2nd Sunday of the month with race practice the Saturday before. The Championship has 6 rounds with each competitor's best 5 results counting towards their final position.
 
Honda Cadet and Honda Cadet Clubman must run with the new exhaust.
 
All Rotax classes and Junior Subaru use the Maxxis HG1 tyre (1 set for all 6 rounds). You can pre-order tyres, pay via card over the phone, for collection race weekend. 
 
Dropped nosecone rule for Junior Subaru/Junior Rotax/Senior Rotax classes also applies, however with a 4 second penalty if the nosecone drops.
 
Summer Regulations (available on website) are practice, timed qualifying, 2 heats and a 15 lap final for Honda Cadet Clubman, Honda Cadet, Junior Subaru, Junior Max,  ProKart 175, ProKart 200, Senior Rotax 162, Rotax Max 177.  Bambino grids have practice/qualify, followed by 3 timed runs.
 
F4S Race Series (Including F4S Race Plate) are joining us this weekend - see http://www.dartmotorsport.com/.
 
Modified ProKarts are also here, Graham King & fellow drivers, so quite a ProKart weekend.
 
Post completed race entry form and payment to the circuit, or entry confirmation and card payment over the phone.  Note entries are taken up to and including race morning (with no late entry fee). Or race entry online at www.lyddkartcircuit.com, via TrakData, the deadline for this being Wednesday 7th September.
 
Clarkekarts Shop is open both Saturday 10th September testing/race practice and Sunday 11th race day.  Café and Clubhouse is open both days, spectators welcome.
 
Kart storage is £5 per week and garage space hire is £25 per kart/per day, transponder hire is £10 per day.
 
Our 6 Round Owner Driver IKR Winter Championship kicks off 9th & 10th of October 2016.
 
Contact Sue Hart (Club Secretary) on 01797 321747 or 01797 321895, or email lyddcircuit@yahoo.co.uk. You can also visit our website at www.lyddkartcircuit.com, find us on Facebook or download our app at https://lyddkartcircuit.appsme.com.

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CIK-FIA Karting Academy Trophy   (05/09)

Callum Bradshaw has won the CIK-FIA Karting Academy Trophy after being nominated by the MSA to represent the UK in the world championship for promising young karters.
 
Fifty-one competitors aged 13 to 15 took part in the championship, having been nominated by their respective national motorsport governing bodies from around the world. Bradshaw (15) dominated from the first event with victory in France, followed by another strong performance in Portugal. He sealed the championship with a fourth-place finish in yesterday's season finale in Sweden (4 September).
 
As part of his prize package, Bradshaw now has the opportunity to compete in the CIK-FIA World Junior Championship in Bahrain in November.
 
Bradshaw said: "It's a great feeling to win the Academy. I'm the first Brit to win so it's a really immense feeling. The championship has been a really hard experience; we did the job in the first two rounds and came to Sweden ready to do what we needed to do. I'd just like to thank the MSA for selecting me, my parents, Rob Dodds and my mechanic Alex for their support."
 
The MSA's second UK nominee, Oliver Clarke (13), finished seventh overall in the Trophy after an impressive first international campaign. He said: "I think the championship has gone really well. I'm a bit disappointed not to be on the podium but seventh is still good for a first-year drive. I've learnt a lot from the championship and it's been a great experience."
 
Greg Symes, MSA Academy Manager, added: "This is a fantastic result for UK karting, which confirms that we are in safe hands with the next generation of young talent coming through. The commitment and dedication shown by Callum and Oliver fully endorses our decision to choose them as UK representatives in this world championship. They have done the UK very proud and we look forward to working with them in the future on the MSA Academy talent development pathway."

Photograph courtesy of KSP.

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SYKC Catering Van   (31/08)

An appeal for help from Emma Gallagher...

"Earlier in this month of August some mindless vandals took it upon themselves to burn down the catering van at South Yorkshire Kart Club. This is a fantastic club close to a lot of people's hearts.
 
The two lovely ladies who run the catering for the club have been left absolutely devastated by the heartless actions which have left them with no option but to completely close it down as they do not have the funds to fix this mess.
 
Emma Gallagher has set up a fund-raising page and says it would be appreciated very much if anyone could help with anything at all to get things back up and running for these kind ladies. The Just Giving fund raising page can be found at https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/emma-gallagher.
 
The club itself is very welcoming to everyone and fantastic for all the families who attend. Thank you for taking the time to read and thank you to everyone who's helping, it means the world to the club".

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British Superkart Championship   (31/08)

Rounds 11 & 12 of the MSA British Superkart Championship took place on 29th August.

Jack Layton took two big steps towards securing the championship when he won both rounds at a Castle Combe.

Starting from pole position in race one, he took the lead and pulled away from the opposition to win by nearly five seconds when the race was red-flagged.

In the second outing Layton was made to work harder. Gareth James took the lead at the start with Layton down in fourth place. On lap four he passed James at Quarry Bend to take the lead but then came under pressure from Andy Bird before the race was stopped due to an incident.

Results - Round 11:
1 Jack Layton (Anderson DEA)
2 Gavin Bennett (Anderson DEA)
3 Ross Allen (Jade DEA)

Results - Round 12:
1 Jack Layton (Anderson DEA)
2 Andy Bird (Raider Gas Gas)
3 Gareth James (Anderson DEA)

Provisional championship standings:
1 Jack Layton - 420 points
2 Gavin Bennett - 371
3 James O'Reilly - 284

Photograph courtesy of Chris Walker/Kartpix.net.

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250 & 125 'O' Plate   (25/08)

Not only is it the fantastic Midland Champs on the 1st weekend in September but Rissy is also fortunate to be hosting the 'O' plate for both the 250 and 125 gearbox classes. It is gearing up to be a bumper weekend of racing. (Sorry couldn't resist).
 
Rissington is situated in the picturesque Cotswolds and is easily accessible. It's actually under an hour from Oxford, Swindon and Warwick, an hour and a half from Birmingham, Bristol, Reading and Hereford and less than two from Cardiff, Luton, Watford or Leicester. With a huge grassed paddock and shower facilities it's great to stopover. Access to the circuit is available from Friday afternoon. For Satnav use postcode GL54 2LR.
 
For more info about the track, facilities and online entry see www.rissykartclub.com. 

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MSA British Superkart Championship   (25/08)

This weekend sees rounds 11 and 12 taking place at Castle Combe, the first time that the series has been to the Wiltshire circuit for three years.

Jack Layton tops the table with five wins so far this season and will be looking to extend his advantage. However, reigning champion Gavin Bennett has recently secured the CIK-FIA European Mono Cylinder Cup and would like to add to that success and close the 34-point gap.

James O'Reilly lies third in the championship and will be looking to get his first win of the season. He likes the nature of the circuit and was involved in an epic battle with Paul Platt back in 2013. Ross Allen and James Hassall cannot be ruled out of the equation, while UK Cup holder Dan Clark is hoping to get back to winning ways. A couple of retirements at Donington in July have dropped him to fifth in the championship.

Photograph courtesy of Nick Purdie.

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Strawberry's Trophy Haul At Larkhall   (22/08)

Patterson wins S1 Mini Max, but Butterfield leads while double podium puts McCarthy back on top in Senior Max.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                         
Fresh from his debut with Strawberry Racing at KartMasters the week before, Dexter Patterson turned the tables on team-mate Jenson Butterfield to deliver two brilliant victories at Larkhall, last Sunday (14 August). Jack McCarthy overcame a blip in form with a brace of podium finishes to reassert his position at the head of affairs in the Senior category, while Junior star Mark Kimber toiled hard for his top ten finishes.

Jenson was clearly the man to beat in Mini after setting the best time in TQ, ahead of Dexter in 2nd and Lorcan Hanafin, who was 4th-fastest. Butterfield then sealed pole position for Sunday's first final with wins in both heats. Patterson slotted in behind him on Row 2 with Hanafin going off the outside of Row 3.

With Jonny Edgar and Tom Canning tripping over each other at the start, Jenson maintained his early advantage with Dexter and Lorcan benefiting from the disappearance of the former duo. Bit by bit, the young Scot reeled in the Englishman, with Hanafin now 3rd and keeping a watching brief. Patterson's pressure paid off and he was able to make the catch and pass for the lead. To the relief of their team anxiously looking on, stalemate then ensued. It lasted until the chequered flag, but at least guaranteeing a Strawberry 1-2-3 finish in the process.

Shortly after the start of the main final, Dexter and Jenson put daylight between themselves and Lorcan. With none of the trio truly challenged, this left the on-track heroics to the charging Canning and Edgar, who duked it out for 4th. Butterfield maintains his healthy lead in the title race and will be aiming for consistently high finishes in the remaining races.  

The team's Junior Max pair of Mark Kimber and newcomer Ali Akabi had a challenging weekend. Kimber could not find his customary pace, but was consistently in the top ten. Ali's inexperience showed, especially against the seasoned regulars and Larkhall is not an easy track to go and get a result at, especially at this level.

Having qualified 9th for the first final, Mark crossed the line 7th in a hard-fought race. Ali gained experience and brought his Tony Kart home 18th. Another tough, highly competitive encounter saw Kimber rewarded with 6th, while Akabi was sidelined in the early stages of the second final.

There was extra competition for the Senior Max front-runners in the form of two guest drivers, Mark Ross and Paul Stewart. Both took the opportunity to shake things up by the scruff of the neck and sent a signal in the time trials by setting the fastest laps.

Ross was unbeaten in the heats; clearly enjoying the home advantage. Strawberry's Jack McCarthy may have been a long way from his home in Kent, but he accepted the challenge of the flying Scotsman and doggedly chased Ross in the first heat, eventually settling for 2nd. A DNF in the following race compromised Jack's chances of a decent grid position for the first final. However, from P9 he slugged it out with his championship rivals to pick his way forward and take 2nd. Ross had been imperious and repeated his earlier victory in fine style in the second final. This time Stewart wriggled clear, to make it a Scots 1-2 with McCarthy upholding English honour by taking the last step on the podium. Vitally, the haul of championship points restored the series lead to him, with two rounds now remaining.

For information, please call Warwick Ringham at Strawberry Racing on 0114 288 9933 or email info@strawberryracing.co.uk. Visit our website at www.strawberryracing.co.uk.

Photographs courtesy of Chris Walker/Kartpix.net.

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Jack Is Back!   (19/08)

Double podium puts McCarthy back in front of Super One title race.
 
A mid-season wobble might have spelled the end of many a young driver's title ambitions, but for Jack McCarthy it simply spurred him on. The Kent teenager capped his birthday celebrations with a brace of excellent performances that returned him to the top of the points table.
 
Since his blistering graduation to the Senior Max ranks earlier in the year - which included victory in the British Open Championship - McCarthy has found the going tougher than his early season form suggested. The Bromley racer admitted to feeling frustrated at the championship's previous round (at Fulbeck) having notched up a best finish of 5th out of the two finals.
 
However, with three rounds remaining - including the series' visit to the Summerlee Raceway in Lanarkshire last weekend - everything was still very much to play for.
 
Local knowledge proved to be a significant advantage in Timed Qualifying, as Mark Ross and Paul Stewart demonstrated. The Scots pair topped the time sheets, with McCarthy 0.06 shy of the fastest lap and down in 6th place overall.
 
Ross' winning margin ahead of Jack - just over a second - in the first of Saturday's heats, belied the pace that Strawberry Racing had found between TQ and the racing. Demonstrating his characteristic grit, McCarthy had worked his way from P6 to the runner-up slot, setting the fastest lap in the process.
 
Jack was poised for further success in the second heat, but misfortune befell the Bromley teenager. As he was pushing hard he over-committed himself heading into a corner and hit the barriers. With damage to his nose cone, he retired to avoid a penalty for a misaligned front-fairing and save his tyres.
 
This put him 9th on the grid for the first final on Sunday (14 August) but in a near carbon copy of the first heat, McCarthy wound up 2nd and chasing down the race leader. With too little time to mount a serious challenge for the win, he stayed put and accepted the generous championship points on offer.
 
The main final saw the guesting Ross and Stewart show the series regulars the way around the circuit with aplomb. McCarthy led the chase down, but was nearly two seconds adrift by the time the chequered flag was waved.
 
However, as first of the title challengers, Jack re-established himself at the top of the points table, with two rounds to go.

Photographs courtesy of Chris Walker/Kartpix.net.

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The 4Gadgets London Cup   (18/08)

It is with huge excitement that Rye House Kart Raceway and HKC 2016 are able to announce this year's "televised" 4Gadgets London Cup.

This flagship event of the year held annually in September is the longest established major kart competition in the UK held at Rye House, which is acknowledged as one of the most technical tracks in the country.

Having history by the truck load, "anyone who was, or is, anyone" has raced here!

The 4Gadgets London Cup will take place on the 17th & 18th of September (a 2 day event) & will be supported by local "techie" business 4Gadgets.

Not only will the event be filmed for Motors TV, race sponsors will also be giving away some great TBA prizes to the podium finishers.

We'd love you to join us for a cracking event!
 
To enter, either give us call on 01992 460895 or book online via https://hkc.alphatiming.co.uk/register/msa.
 
For further info, please visit http://www.rye-house.co.uk/kart-raceway/hoddesdon-kart-club/4gadgets-london-cup.
 
See you there!

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Tonykart Summer Special   (17/08)

As a new Tonykart dealer for Central UK MSPORT Karting have a special offer for new customers...

With every 2016 Tonykart kart purchased in August it will come with a free test day at Whilton Mill Kart Circuit.

You can use this test day for chassis set up or driver coaching from our race engineers. The team will supply GoPro cameras and data logger if required.

Feel free to contact us to discuss your requirements on 01327 842778 or email info@teammsport.com.

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The Awning Company Super One Series   (17/08)

The series moved north to the Scottish circuit of Larkhall, where Sunday was dry but only 14 degrees after rain on Friday practice.  X30 and KZ1 have just one round to run, whereas Rotax classes have two.  The circuit is well liked, although only 852m, but with exciting expansion plans in place for next year.  Several local drivers took guest positions and in Senior Rotax Max in particular were uncatchable by the regulars.
 
ABkC Honda Cadet National Championship
Oliver Bearman took the spoils in two hard fought Honda Cadet finals but it was Harry Thompson the early protagonist heading timed qualifying from Sam Heading and Wesley Mason in the first session.  The second session was much slower topped by Astin Wigley.  Thompson won both his heats, Caden McQueen the other.  Slightly disadvantaged at the start of the first final, Thompson went back to third whilst Lucas Ellingham forged ahead of Bearman.  The trio traded the lead, joined by McQueen, until Bearman finally escaped to leave the battle for second raging.  Thompson nipped past Ellingham for runner up on the penultimate lap, Mason fourth ahead of McQueen.  In the second final Ellingham and Bearman broke away with Bearman soon taking up the lead and holding to the chequer.  Thompson fell back from third to 20th with mechanical issues whilst McQueen leapfrogged Mason for third.  Seven drivers had warnings whilst Archie Swinscoe was excluded for driving standards.  Normally a front runner, Ben Kasperczak had a terrible time with a DNF and a 28th. 

Results:
Final 1: 1 Oliver Bearman (Project One); 2 Harry Thompson(Synergy); 3 Lucas Ellingham (Zip); 4 Wesley Mason (Project One); 5 Caden McQueen (Zip); 6 Archie Swinscoe (BRK). 
Final 2: 1 Bearman; 2 Ellingham; 3 McQueen; 4 Mason; 5 Alex Eades (BRK); 6 Sam Heading (Project One).
 
MSA British Short Circuit Gearbox Kart Championship
No one could touch Scott Allen in KZ1 as he moves to the top of the standings for the British short circuit gearbox crown.  Allen was fastest from the off, in TQ, winning both heats and both finals.  Less than three tenths split the five karts entered during timed qualifying, hopefully more will appear for the last round.  Dan Kelly inherited second in the first final when Allen's team mate Danny Keirle failed to finish the last lap with a seized engine.  Starting at the back Keirle rocketed through to second in the second final, beating Kelly on the tenth lap.  Erstwhile championship leader John Pike had a lack lustre weekend and fell to third in the standings behind Kelly and Allen.

Results:
Final 1: 1 Scott Allen (Gold/IAME); 2 Dan Kelly (Birel/TM); 3 John Pike (Octane/Modena); 4 Hannah Lang (Tonykart/Vortex); 5 Danny Keirle (Gold/IAME). 
Final 2: 1 Allen; 2 Keirle; 3 Kelly; 4 Pike; 5 Lang.

ABkC MiniMax National Championship
Although Jenson Butterfield was in charge through the Saturday heats after topping TQ from Dexter Patterson and Tom Canning, Patterson out witted him in both finals.  Tom Canning and Jonny Edgar both came off at the first final start, Canning black flagged whilst Edgar recovered to tenth.  Butterfield had taken the lead but Patterson crept closer until past and through with Lorcan Hanafin joining them for a blanket finish. Patterson and Butterfield broke away in the second final and stayed in that position to the chequer whilst Hanafin had a steady third.  Canning charged through the pack from the back and eventually beat Edgar for fourth.  Butterfield is still well ahead in the points table and maybe did not wish to take any risks. 

Results:
Final 1: 1 Dexter Patterson (Kosmic) 2 Jenson Butterfield (Tonykart); 3 Lorcan Hanafin (Tonykart); 4 Finlay Bunce (Tonykart). 5 Clayton Ravenscroft (Tonykart); 6 Evan Smillie (Gillard).
Final 2: 1 Patterson; 2 Butterfield; 3 Hanafin; 4 Tom Canning (Kosmic); 5 Jonny Edgar (Esprit); 6 Smillie.
 
ABkC Junior Max National Championship
Joe Turney had been fastest in the time trials with Myles Apps in fourth but it was the local Scottish Champion Tony Logie who won the first heat with Turney taking a front fairing penalty, then Turney winning the second.  Apps led off from pole and successfully held off Rory Hudson and William Pettitt until Hudson plunged to the back.  Apps went clear for the win over Pettitt, Tyler Chesterton losing out at the end to Turney and Jonathan Hoggard.  Logie was sixth but excluded for a non-compliance.  Apps set off in the lead for the second final but was quickly relegated to fourth as Turney and Chesterton pulled clear.  But Chesterton fell to fourth leaving Turney out on his own and Apps could not challenge for Hoggard's second place.  Turney stays in the lead with 9 points over Hoggard and Pettitt.

Results:
Final 1: 1 Myles Apps (Tonykart); 2 William Pettitt (Tonykart); 3 Joe Turney (Kosmic); 4 Jonathan Hoggard (Tonykart); 5 Tyler Chesterton (Tonykart); 6 Tommy Foster (Tonykart).
Final 2: 1 Turney; 2 Hoggard; 3 Apps; 4 Chesterton; 5 Pettitt; 6 Mark Kimber (Tonykart).
 
ABkC Senior Max National Championship
Scottish guest drivers Mark Ross and Paul Stewart set the scene in timed qualifying, out driving all the regulars from the top teams.  Ross won both heats although Stewart was only 7th and 4th.   Jack McCarthy, Josh White and Rob Ellis all failed to finish the second heat so were back on the first final grid.  So Ross had it all his own way whilst McCarthy battled past Harrison Thomas and Stewart but could not close the gap to the leader.  It was a similar story in the second final, the locals pulverising the rest with Ross and Stewart nearly 2s clear of McCarthy and Thomas. Josh Collings was fourth in the first final but took a front fairing penalty and fought back to fifth in the second one.  McCarthy has a 4 point lead over Josh Skelton.

Results:
Final 1; 1 Mark Ross (Birel); 2 Jack McCarthy (Tonykart); 3 Paul Stewart (Tonykart); 4 Harrison Thomas (Tonykart); 5 Josh Skelton (Tonykart); 5 Josh White (Tonykart).
Final 2: 1 Ross; 2 Stewart; 3 McCarthy; 4 Thomas; 5 Josh Collings (Alonso); 6 Skelton.

Junior X30 International Qualifier
Gordon Mutch has had his exclusion for not having his helmet done up at Llandow overturned so is back in the hunt for points, some 21 behind Angus Fender.  Fender had the edge on Saturday with best qualifying time and winning both heats.  Fender set off in the lead of the first final with Max Jeanne on his tail, until Oliver Clarke powered up behind.  Going into the two double lefts after the start line Clarke tried a pass on Fender but was rebuffed and cut over the grass, both drivers dropping back and letting Mutch take the win over Jeanne.  Fender finished seventh, and Clarke was given a 10s penalty.   Mutch led the second final with Fender leapfrogging into second over Shane White.  But Clarke was on a mission, carving past his opponents and by lap 6 was into second over Fender and chasing down Mutch.  That pass was quick to follow as Clarke won with 1.26s in hand.

Results:
Final 1: 1 Gordon Mutch (Mad Croc); 2 Max Jeanne (TBA); 3 Shane White (Tonykart); 4 Harry McQuillan (Tonykart); 5 Teddy Pritchard (Birel ART); 6 Ethan Pitt (Mach 1).
Final 2: 1 Oliver Clarke (Tonykart); 2 Mutch; 3 Angus Fender (Gold); 4 Pritchard; 5 White; 6 Angus Moulsdale (TBA).
 
Senior X30 International Qualifier
Brett Ward took TQ honours and he and Josh Collings took the heat wins, putting them on the front of the first final grid.  Ward got a flying start, Collings going back to 8th and working hard for 6th.  That became third after Matt Davies overhauled Ward, and Matthew Hirst fell from third to fifth behind Dean Hale.  Matt Gilliland fared worse, going from grid 4 to last and only reaching ninth and would DNF the second final.  In that Collings was quick to take over the lead from Davies and eke out 1.46s with Hale and Ward battling for third.  Collings has 19 points in hand over Ward.
 
Results:
Final 1: 1 Matt Davies (Tonykart); 2 Brett Ward (Mach 1); 3 Josh Collings (Alonso); 4 Dean Hale (Gold); 5 Matthew Hirst (Kosmic); 6 Scott Mackrell (Tonykart). 
Final 2: 1 Collings; 2 Davies; 3 Hale; 4 Ward; 5 Matt Gilliland (TBA); 6 Mackrell.

For more information on the championship visit http://superoneseries.com.

Photographs courtesy of Chris Walker/Kartpix.net.

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MSPORT Wins In Larkhall   (16/08)

MSPORT Karting returned to the Super One Series in Scotland and came away with a dominant win.

Oliver Clarke at only 13 years old was the youngest driver on the grid and won the final after overtaking 12 drivers following a pre-final penalty, along the way taking the fastest lap in both finals and the Super One Series lap record for Larkhall.
 
MSPORT Karting operates from their state of the art workshop at Whilton Mill Kart Circuit. We have a fully automated Dyno cell for all our team drivers to benefit from.

The team also offers driver coaching and chassis set up days. Dyno hire is also available.
 
Feel free to call in to discuss your requirements at both club and national level or contact us on 01327 842778 or email info@teammsport.com.

Photographs courtesy of Chris Walker/Kartpix.net.

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Drive Your Career Forward   (16/08)

Formula Fast Indoor Karting in Milton Keynes are currently looking for energetic, enthusiastic and ambitious individuals to join our Track team.
 
If you're passionate about motorsport, and want a chance to work behind the scenes at one the UK's best reviewed indoor circuits, this could be the job for you. You'll be responsible for delivering a great motorsport experience as a Track Marshal.
 
Marshal responsibilities include:
- Marshalling of race events to ensure safe and fair racing
- Kart control tuition for beginner drivers
- Basic kart preparation and cleaning
- Venue upkeep and maintenance duties
 
Required skills include:
- Good, clear communication with all ages
- Ability to listen and learn quickly
- Good awareness and anticipation of risks, personal safety
- An engaging, friendly and professional manner
- Good practical skills
 
Job details:
- Position: Part Time (indicated hours: up to 30 per week)
- Salary: from £5.32/hour
- Minimum age: 16
  
Formula Fast are a leading indoor karting destination and hosts of the British Rental Kart Championship. Founded as a family business, the people working for us are key to the experience we provide. We have a small, friendly and dedicated team, many of whom have been with us for some time. Our business is growing rapidly and we are keen to expand operations and encourage staff progression from within the business.
 
We look for friendly, engaging personalities - preferably with an interest in motorsport - who take pride in their work and use their initiative to ensure every guest has an amazing time.
 
Full details can be found here.
 
To apply please send a covering letter and CV to Phil Stanley: p.stanley@formulafast.co.uk or apply in person.

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British Short Circuit Kart Champs   (15/08)

Scott Allen dominated at Larkhall, winning both heats and both finals, to take the championship lead.

Dan Kelly inherited second in the first final when Allen's Jade team mate Danny Keirle failed to finish the last lap with a seized engine. Starting at the back Keirle rocketed through to second in the grand final, beating Kelly.

John Pike had a disappointing weekend and fell to third in the championship standings behind Kelly and Allen.

Final 1:
1 Scott Allen 
2 Dan Kelly
3 John Pike

Final 2:
1 Scott Allen
2 Danny Keirle
3 Dan Kelly

Provisional championship standings:
1 Scott Allen - 385 points
2 Dan Kelly - 373
3 John Pike - 372

Photograph courtesy of Chris Walker/Kartpix.net.

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MSA Bambino Kart Championship   (15/08)

25 drivers made the trip to the Lakeland stadium near Rowrah in Cumbria for round six of the championship.

Championship front runners Leo Robinson and Monde-jnr Konini took pole positions in their groups respectively.

Timed runs saw wins for Robinson and Rookie Macaulay Bishop. The final was won by Scottish Driver Finlay brown who finished ahead of Macaulay Bishop and Damian Baruss-Haggett.

Results:
1 Macaulay Bishop: Wright /Comer / Le Cont
2 Leo Robinson Tony Kart: Comer /Le Cont
3 Finlay Brown Birel-ART: Comer/Le Cont

Provisional championship standings:
1 Leo Robinson - 529 points
2 Monde-jnr Konini - 515
3 Finlay Brown - 488

Photograph courtesy of Chris Walker/Kartpix.net.

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Keirle On Top Step Again   (12/08)

Danny takes Gold spot at Kartmasters.
 
Danny Keirle showed once again what a top performer he his at the 2016 MSA Kartmasters event at the PF International circuit. After a difficult Saturday in the qualifying heats Danny put in a faultless performance on Sunday to take victory in the Senior IAME X30 class. The Jade kart team gave him a great set up on the Gold GTR30 chassis that enabled him to add another title to the European Open that he won earlier in the year.
 
Also congratulations to Matthew Graham on his excellent 4th overall place finish in the very competitive Junior X30 Kartmasters race, yet another good result for Gold Kart chassis brand.
 
For details on the superb new Gold Kart chassis or team support in the Jade Kart race team please don't hesitate to contact us.
 
Magnum Motorsport (UK Gold Kart importer) Trade dealer enquiries welcome.
Telephone 01257 474419 or email magtune@talktalk.net.
or
Jade Karts (UK Gold kart race team and dealer)
Telephone 01295 678188

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MSA Short Circuit Champs Preview   (11/08)

This weekend the championship visits Larkhall in Scotland for the penultimate round.

John Pike leads the championship by four points over Scott Allen. Larkhall itself presents a challenge to the drivers, with limited places to overtake, a good qualifying position and delivering in the heats is crucial.

The event also hosts the ABkC National Championships for the Honda Cadet and the Rotax classes as well as the X30 and Junior X30 International Qualifiers.

Full details for the entry lists and event timetables are available at superoneseries.com/downloads.

For spectator information visit wskc.co.uk.

Photograph courtesy of Chris Walker/Kartpix.net.

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IKR Owner Driver Summer Champs   (09/08)

Meetings for this championship are every 2nd Sunday of the month with race practice the Saturday before. The Championship has 6 rounds with each competitor's best 5 results counting towards their final position.
 
Honda Cadet and Honda Cadet Clubman must run with the new exhaust.
 
All Rotax classes and Junior Subaru use the Maxxis HG1 tyre (1 set for all 6 rounds). You can pre-order tyres, pay via card over the phone, for collection race weekend.
 
Dropped nosecone rule for Junior Subaru/Junior Rotax/Senior Rotax classes also applies, however with a 4 second penalty if the nosecone drops.
 
Summer Regulations (available on website) are practice, timed qualifying, 2 heats and a 15 lap final for Honda Cadet Clubman, Honda Cadet, IAME Cadet, Junior Subaru, Junior Max, Mini Max, ProKart 175, ProKart 200, Senior Rotax 162, Rotax Max 177.  Bambino grids have practice/qualify, followed by 3 timed runs.
 
Post completed race entry form and payment to the circuit, or entry confirmation and card payment over the phone.  Note entries are taken up to and including race morning (with no late entry fee). Or race entry online at www.lyddkartcircuit.com, via TrakData, the deadline for this being Wednesday 10th August.
 
Clarkekarts Shop is open both Saturday 13th August testing/race practice and Sunday 14th race day.  Café and Clubhouse is open both days, spectators welcome.
 
Kart storage is £5 per week and garage space hire is £25 per kart/per day, transponder hire is £10 per day.
 
Contact Sue Hart (Club Secretary) on 01797 321747 or 01797 321895, or email lyddcircuit@yahoo.co.uk. You can also visit our website at www.lyddkartcircuit.com, find us on Facebook or download our app at https://lyddkartcircuit.appsme.com.

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It's The South West Champs Again   (08/08)

The VIP Marquees South West Championships 2016.
 
Dunkeswell KRC, in association with VIP Marquees and Mansell Raceway are proud to present the 2016 South West Championships. This 2 day festival of karting will be held at the superb Mansell Raceway Circuit, nr Honiton on the 27th & 28th August 2016. With Open Practice and Timed Practice on the Saturday where the grids for heats 1 and 2 will be decided and 2 Heats, a Pre-Final and a Final on the Sunday it is going to be a great weekend of racing.
 
There is also a full entertainment package on Saturday night including a BBQ, disco/karaoke and quiz. Each competitor will receive a SWC16 T shirt, mug and sticker as well a BBQ voucher. All this for £86 for the whole weekend.
 
Enter online at www.dunkeswellkartclub.co.uk and for updates follow us on Facebook at Dunkeswell Kart Racing Club and find out why Dunks is the Place to Race!

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Forest Edge, It's All Happening   (29/07)

At Forest Edge it's proving to be anything but a quiet summer!
 
7th August will be the O Plate for Rotax 177's with the winning Master going to the Grand Finals representing the UK, a unique opportunity!
 
20th and 21st August sees the LGM and X30 tour make its first stop at the Hampshire circuit.
 
Just announced is the September meeting that will see the E Plate for Senior Rotax and O plate for Formula Blue.
 
The club regularly see B Finals in Rotax so a chance for you to race for a National plate.
 
It's not too late to enter for any of these events and will see some of the best racing to grace the Sourthern Circuit.
 
Head to www.fekc.co.uk for online entry to all events.

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September Is The Midland Champs   (28/07)

Why not grab the opportunity on the 6th and 7th of August to get in some practice for The Midland Champs in September. Come and race and get a feel for one of the best drivers' circuits in the country. The August meeting, as per normal, will be practice on Saturday with racing on Sunday, 3 heats and a final.
 
The prestigious Midland Champs, is held annually on the first weekend in September at Rissington, and attracts drivers from around the country. Apart from the title, there are also trophies and prizes for the top drivers. Also for the first time, this year all class winners will also receive the 'KB' plate. The 'KB' plate is in memory of founder committee members Piet Klaasen and Charlie Box.
 
Competitive grids make this a fabulous racing weekend with a great atmosphere. The KZ and 250 gearbox grids for the September meeting will be healthy as they will include drivers from the ABkC Super 4 series.
 
Rissy enjoys a large, open paddock area which means there is plenty of room to pit. Access to set up is available from Friday afternoon and staying overnight for the weekend is free. New shower facilities are also available.
 
For more info about the track, facilities and online entry see www.rissykartclub.com. 

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Considered A Career In Karting?   (28/07)

TeamSport is the UKs biggest and fastest growing indoor karting company, currently with 17 tracks around the UK and with Manchester, Mitcham and Sheffield all about to open we are not stopping there.
 
TeamSport prides itself on being a professional, customer focussed company that offers continued career progression and training to all its staff and as such we are always looking for talented people to join our teams. So if you are a mechanic looking for a fresh challenge, a marshal wanting to work inside or a customer service legend that wants a career that we could be the company for you. Some of our current vacancies include; Mechanics at Crawley or Tower Bridge, Duty Managers at Eastleigh, Brighton or Docklands, customer service staff / marshal at Nottingham or Warrington.
 
For more details on all our vacancies please visit www.team-sport.co.uk/vacancies or email your CV to recruitment@team-sport.co.uk. 
 
We'll look forward to putting you in pole position - see what we did there?

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Euro Max Challenge Success   (27/07)

Axel Charpentier and Nicolas Schoell have long looked like future stars and at Zuera Strawberry racing's dynamic pairing delivered in style to provisionally lift the Junior and Senior Max titles at the third round of the Euro Max Challenge (24 July).
 
In fact, such have been their performances this year that they were able to put their respective titles beyond their rivals' grasps with a round to spare.

Mark Kimber spearheaded the team's quest for success in the Junior Max class with the 3rd-fastest time in qualifying, one place ahead of Charpentier, while Connor McCarthy found himself down in 22nd place.

The racing would be dogged by contact and time penalties for misaligned front fairings. Kimber was the first to suffer in the opening heat, eventually classified in 22nd spot after incurring a 5-second handicap. In the second race, Connor fell foul of the authorities for partly leaving the start corridor. He recovered to 18th, whilst Axel took the win and Mark crossed the line 3rd. The trio avoided any censure in the 3rd heat, with Kimber leading Charpentier home and McCarthy 23rd.

Having avoided any penalties whilst racking up two wins, Axel duly took pole for the 1st final. Mark lined up on P5 with Connor going off grid 24.

The incident packed pre-final saw the stewards busily issuing nine post-race penalties, with Connor again summoned to the Clerk's office for a dropped front fairing. Axel however had endured no such sanction and took the win from Kimber.

He doubled up in the main final, with his second victory also deciding the championship in the Strawberry driver's favour. A hard-fought race concluded with Mark completing the podium - and cementing his runner-up position in the points table. Connor's frustrating weekend continued with an eventual 21st place.

Although one corner of the Strawberry awning was already celebrating, Nicolas Schoell and his supporters were quickly doing sums trying to work out what he needed to do in order to secure the Senior Max challenge. The rapid Austrian had been the model of consistency throughout the heats, taking three straight 4th-place finishes and was rewarded with P3 on the pre-final grid. Ireland's Gary Donnelly was harbouring his own title ambitions, so could be forgiven for being a little anxious with his mid-grid start; just one place ahead of Jack McCarthy, who would start in 14th.

Schoell struck gold with a terrific win, while Donnelly charged up the order - making up ten places - to take the chequered flag in 5th position. McCarthy fell victim to the ubiquitous front fairing penalty and was ranked in 20th.

A canny drive in the main final saw Nicolas avoid the dramas and rough-house tactics to settle for 5th and the provisional title. Not only that, it was an early birthday present to himself, as he turns 15 a fortnight after the event: technically making him the youngest ever Senior Euro Max Challenge winner. Gary's 8th allowed him to net sufficient points to carry the fight for second in the championship to the finale in France. Jack salvaged some pride with a gutsy drive to 9th and will look to sign off his campaign with success at Salbris.

Strawberry's DD2 duo, Sam Smelt and Aaron Sherlock figured prominently in the twin-geared class, taking a string of top ten finishes between them in the heats.

In the pre-final, Sam flashed across the line in 6th, whilst Aaron was 11th. In the main final, they were pushed back into the midfield, with Aaron another victim of the 5-second front fairing penalties.

Savouring the team's sixth Junior and fifth Senior Euro Max titles since 2009, Team Owner Paul Spencer said: "First, I'd like to congratulate Axel and Nicolas  for the excellent job they've both done. Sure, we played our part by giving them the equipment and support to give them the best chance of fighting for wins but it ultimately it came down to the two lads individually. We have a good chance of Mark and Gary taking 2nd overall, in the last round in France. Hopefully, we'll be enjoying a Strawberry Racing 1-2 in both classes but we have to earn that success, it won't be given to us."

For information on Strawberry Racing please call Warwick Ringham on 0114 288 9933 or email info@strawberryracing.co.uk. You can also visit our website at www.strawberryracing.co.uk.

Photographs courtesy of RGMMC.

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Team Mechanics Required   (26/07)

Want to be part of a team that specialise in driver development, trackside support services and have extensive experience of Club, National, International and World Championship level?
 
Racing Perfection has several part time mechanic positions available to assist at predominately Forest Edge Kart tests and events as well as other Southern based circuits.
 
Applicants must be either current or past racers and must have experience of working on Honda Cadet, Rotax Max or X30.
 
Applications are to be sent to Steve Bell of Racing Perfection at steve.bell@racingperfection.co.uk.

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Strawberry Drivers Make History   (22/07)

Jonathan Hoggard and Dean MacDonald were in scorching form at a sun-drenched Shenington last weekend (16/17 July) as they raced to victory in the OK Junior and Senior classes.
 
With the grids boosted by the chance to win a brand new Vortex OK motor, the Shenington  SuperPrix hosted not only the second round of the inaugural British series for the OK class, but also the English Championship.
 
From the outset Hoggard was the man to beat. Topping the time sheets in qualifying, the KR Sport driver carried his form all the way through the heats and two finals. Strawberry Racing's Axel Charpentier and Mark Kimber gave chase throughout and it was Kimber whom claimed the second spot on the front row of the pre-final grid, alongside pole-sitter Hoggard.
 
Charpentier out-smarted Kiern Jewiss and his team-mate at the start, but BMR's Mark Porter surprised all three of them to slip into 2nd. With Hoggard and Porter moving clear of their pursuers, Kimber completed the top three, with Charpentier promoted to 4th after Jewiss was penalised for a dislodged nosecone.
 
With his confidence higher than the gliders from the neighbouring flying club, Hoggard aced the start of the main final to put daylight between him and the hard-charging Porter. Jewiss demonstrated his prodigious talent by rocketing from the back of the field up the order to 5th during the opening tour. Kiern locked horns with Axel and Mark as the trio scrapped for 3rd. Together, they set up a thrilling finale as each vied for the last podium step. At the flag, Jewiss nicked it from Charpentier and Kimber. Roman Haskett added to his excellent 6th place in the first final with 7th in the second, earning himself the free OK DDJ engine in the process.
 
Twenty-four drivers signed-on in the Senior OK category, highlighting the appeal of the new engine's performance characteristics. Of course, the chance to be crowned English champion and win a brand new Vortex DDS motor - supplied courtesy of Strawberry Racing - also added impetus to the rush of entries.
 
Jamie Flynn, the son of super-successful RFM team owner, Ricky, was fastest in TQ, pipping Dean MacDonald and Oliver Hodgson to pole position for the heats.
 
The diminutive MacDonald embodied the old adage 'to finish first, first you must finish' as he won the two preliminary races, as Flynn and fellow challenger Harrison Thomas suffered from DNFs.
 
MacDonald underlined his own ability with a perfect, lights-to-flag drive in the first final. That he triumphed over highly-rated opposition in the form of Jacob Stilp, Toby Sowery and Hodgson added more gloss to his performance. Flynn impressed again with a gutsy drive from 10th to challenge Stilp for 3rd. His efforts went unrewarded with another retirement, promoting Strawberry's Luke Knott to 4th, ahead of Roy Johnson.
 
As if to rub salt in their wounds, Dean repeated his previous feat and dominated the second final. Stilp made a decent fist of making it look like a contest as he out-dragged Harrison Thomas and Hodgson through the first corners. Wales' Thomas left his braking very late on the run into the chicane to deftly pass PFI's Hodgson with privateer Ross Martin eventually claiming 5th and, in doing so, Strawberry's prize of a free Vortex DDS.
 
Reflecting on the success of the weekend and the positive introduction of OK into British karting, Strawberry Racing's Warwick Ringham said: "Everyone's really happy with it. The drivers love the sheer power and responsiveness of the engine but also like the challenge of getting the most out of it. It's more like old-school 100cc racing, because you have to think about what you're doing. For the long term of British karting it will produce better drivers, as they will all have to up there game, learn how to drive properly, set karts up and look after their tyres in order to run at the front."
 
More history will be made at next month's (6/7 August) Kart Masters British Kart Grand Prix. OK makes its debut in the prestigious event, with the prized 'GP' number plates up for grabs in the Junior and Senior classes.
 
For information and advice about the Vortex OK engine, please call Warwick Ringham at Strawberry Racing on 0114 288 9933 or email info@strawberryracing.co.uk. You can also visit our website at www.strawberryracing.co.uk.

Photographs courtesy of Chris Walker/Kartpix.net.

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Kartmasters Entries Closing Soon   (21/07)

Entries for the 2016 MSA Kartmasters British Kart Grand Prix and the X30 Kartmasters Trophy will close on Saturday 23 July 2016!

Enter online here and please remember to also submit your tyre order form.

Following the success of the format used last year - the same will be used once again:
Thursday - Optional Test Day
Friday - Warm Up / Timed Qualifying / Heats x 2
Saturday - Warm Up / Timed Qualifying / Heats x 2
Sunday - Warm Up / B Final / Pre Final / Grand Prix
So with plenty of track time scheduled with this popular format, daytime entertainment, live IPTV streaming and of course the massive prize fund of over £40,000 on offer - Kartmasters 2016 is not to be missed!

So if you haven't already done so, enter Kartmasters 2016 now before it's too late!

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Kart-Tek Awning Space   (21/07)

Kart-Tek are offering awning space at Shenington, Whilton Mill, Rissington and Kimbolton circuits.
 
From just £50 per weekend this will include fans and electricity supply and, in addition to this we also offer kart set up advice from £75 per weekend.
 
We offer a kart storage facility, kart preparation prior to you arriving at the circuit, and kart transportation to and from the track.
 
In addition we can provide driver tuition days on weekends or week days, including kart set up.
 
We also offer kart hire for Iame Cadet, X30, and Rotax Engine hire, plus equipment from our support van.
 
Over the years Kart-Tek have won the British Championship, Open Championships, Midland championship, several Cub Championship, and Easykart Championship, so our pedigree is clear.
 
We attend Whilton Mill every Wednesday night to coach Cadet and Bambino drivers who are preparing to take their MSA Licence.
 
If you would like to discuss any of the above please contact Darren Masters on 07469 189272, or email kart-tekracing@live.co.uk.

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Fusion Are European X30 Champs   (20/07)

Fusion Motorsport's Chris Lulham claimed the X30 Euro Series title in Zuera, Spain at the weekend, to claim his first major Championship and a European title for Fusion in their first season of X30. 
 
Lulham's team mate Louie Westover took a superb win in a thrilling Final, following a Fusion 1-2 in timed qualifying, causing for added celebrations for team manager Piers Sexton and the team.
 
Angus Moulsdale finished an excellent 6th on his European debut with Ethan Tan and Alex Brown both showing good pace. 
 
Fusion will be expanding their X30 team to incorporate the new proposed Mini X30 class in 2017 (subject to MSA approval).

For more information on the team contact Piers Sexton on +44 (0)7584 359412 and for more info on the Exprit range contact Dan Hazlewood on +44 (0)7733 011221 or email dan@fusionmotorsport.co.uk.
 
Visit our website at www.fusionmotorsport.co.uk.

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OK To Be At Kartmasters 2016   (20/07)

It's only 3 weeks until the 2016 MSA Kartmasters British Kart Grand Prix meeting kicks off at PF International Kart Circuit.
 
Along with the usual Cadet, Junior & Senior classes will be the all new CIK - OK Junior and OK Senior classes. Due to the success of the previous OK meetings, the MSA have granted the OK class the GP plate championship.  Along with obtaining GP status, the winner of each OK class will take away a brand new, complete OTK chassis of their choice along with a Vortex OK engine, currently valued at £6300.00
 
The entry fee for the 3 day meeting is £180 with the option of the Thursday test day for an additional £50. The event is eligible for National A (or above) licence holders and competitors will be required to purchase two sets of mandatory slick tyres - the first set at the normal retail price, the second set at a concessionary price of £100.00 which will be available for collection after the pre-final, courtesy of Strawberry Racing.
 
Entries are now open online now at https://www.trakentries.co.uk/clubclone/club.asp?C=14 and will close at 6pm on 23 July. Get your entries in early to avoid disappointment.
 
As ever, Strawberry Racing will be on hand to hire out and help with the OK engines. OK engines are available to rent at £350.00 for the meeting. Alternatively, you can buy at £1745.00 for a DDJ and £1895 for a DDS engine.
 
For further information regarding the meeting, please contact TVKC's Competition Secretary, Danielle Short, at compsec@tvkc.co.uk or call 07545 131099.
 
For technical enquiries relating to the OK engines, please contact 0114 2889933.

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TKM Festival Awning Space Offer   (19/07)

NJL Racing is offering prime spacious awning space for the Historical TKM Festival at Kimbolton on August 12-14th. For a hassle free TKM Festival weekend just turn up with your kart!
 
Included in price:
Great location on Tarmac overlooking start and finish line, use of facilities, specialist tools, air for tyres, etc. Spacious awning space, refreshments tea/coffee/cold drinks and light snacks.
Free set up advice Free loan of carbs, Free Driver coaching plus Free tyre change service and tyre pressure advice.
 
Only £75 per day - limited spaces available.

To book your space please email nick@njlracing.com or call 07774 891435.
 
Also join the NJL Racing Team at Whilton Mill...
 
NJL Racing is offering prime spacious team awning space and full team support at Whilton Mill for all classes.  For a hassle free race weekend with a professional team and advice from former BTCC/GT driver.
 
NJL Racing Offer:
Professional team
Great location overlooking track
Use of facilities air for tyres specialist tools etc. Spacious awning space, Refreshments tea/coffee/cold drinks /light snacks. Set up advice, Driver coaching and free tyre change service.
 
Limited spaces available. To be part of the team please contact nick@njlracing.com.

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The Awning Company Super One Series   (19/07)

Dean MacDonald and Jonathan Hoggard were the stars of the second round of this resurgent MSA British Kart Championship at Shenington in north Oxfordshire on 16th & 17th July.  The senior grid was increased on last time as more drivers come to love the performance benefits of this CIK international class, whilst the juniors were marginally down due to driver's prior commitments. Nevertheless there were new faces and Strawberry Racing and Vortex had put up a senior and junior engine to be won by best newcomer which turned out to be Ross Martin and Roman Haskett. The airfield circuit is just over 1Km but produced some thrilling races and the whole weekend was an extravaganza for the annual Shenington SuperPrix and MSA E Plates. The winners of the OK classes can now sport the E for England champion number plate for the next year.

Along with live music and a barbeque on Saturday evening there were daily demonstrations from around seventy historic and Legend karts.

The last round of the series for nearly all Super One classes is at PF International on 23-25 September.
 
MSA British Kart Championship for OK Senior
It was Jamie Flynn who took top spot in timed qualifying with Dean MacDonald just a tenth behind Flynn and Oliver Hodgson.  Then MacDonald got into his stride winning both heats with quite a few retirements including Flynn, Harrison Thomas and newcomer Ross Martin now his funding has run dry in single seaters.  MacDonald went onto to stamp his authority on the meeting by winning both finals comfortably.  The flying Scotsman cruised clear of Hodgson in the first final then Toby Sowery dropped out elevating Jacob Stilp.  Stilp was being pressed by Jamie Flynn who had come from tenth on the grid until Flynn also retired, leaving Luke Knott in fourth, well clear of Roy Johnson.  Veteran Bobby Game had been in the mix for fifth, but fell to eleventh.

For the second final Stilp leapfrogged the fast starting Thomas and Hodgson for second but MacDonald had already cleared off.  Thomas nipped past Hodgson in the chicane whilst Flynn roared up from the back to challenge Ross Martin for fifth.

Results:
Final 1 (19 laps): 1 Dean MacDonald (Tony Kart); 2 Oliver Hodgson (Birel ART); 3 Jacob Stilp (Mad Croc) 4 Luke Knott (Tony Kart); 5 Roy Johnson (Tony Kart); 6 Harrison Thomas (Kosmic). :
Final 2: 1 MacDonald (19 laps); 2 Stilp; 3 Thomas; 4 Hodgson; 5 Ross Martin (Birel-ART); 6 Jamie Flynn (DR). FL Johnson 40.4s. Pole MacDonald. 
 
MSA Junior British Kart Championship for OKJ
In the Junior OK category Jonathan Hoggard was at one with the track on a very hot weekend unchallenged from timed qualifying through both heats and both finals.  In the TQ Kiern Jewiss was next just ahead of the Frenchman Axel Charpentier but it was the steady but fast Mark Kimber who lined up alongside Hoggard on the first final grid.  In the first Kiern Jewiss lost second to Axel Charpentier before Morgan Porter took them both, the BMR driver being fifth on the grid.  Mark Kimber leapfrogged to third, as Jewiss was penalized to twelfth with a dropped front fairing from contact, elevating Charpentier, Callum Bradshaw and local driver Roman Haskett.  Porter could only reach within 2s of Hoggard with Kimber a second behind.

Hoggard swiftly pulled a gap on Porter in the second final leaving all the action around third place.  Jewiss had put in a stupendous first lap for fifth, he and Charpentier soon joined by Kimber in the battle for third.  Amidst much jostling on the last lap both into the first hairpin and through the chicane, Jewiss held onto third over Charpentier and Kimber.

Local driver Roman Haskett won the engine for best newcomer, finishing a very creditable seventh.

Results:
Final 1 (19 laps): 1 Jonathan Hoggard (Kosmic); 2 Morgan Porter (Octane); 3 Mark Kimber (Tony Kart); 4  Axel Charpentier (Tony Kart); 5 Callum Bradshaw (Exprit); 6 Roman Haskett (Tony Kart).
Final 2: 1 Hoggard (19 laps); 2 Porter; 3 Jewiss; 4 Charpentier; 5 Kimber; 6 Bradshaw

For more information visit http://superoneseries.com.

Photographs courtesy of Chris Walker/Kartpix.net.

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Biggest Prize Fund Ever!   (19/07)

With the UK weather finally 'hotting' up, so does the 2016 Kartmasters Grand Prix prize fund!
 
Trent Valley Kart Club are pleased to announce that the total prize fund for the 2016 MSA Kartmasters British Kart Grand Prix currently stands at a whopping £40,000! The event celebrates it's 21st anniversary this year and this is by far the biggest haul that has been up for grabs!
 
The Club will be awarding the top 3 from each class* with cash prizes; £1000 for 1st, £500 for 2nd and £250 for 3rd.
 
In addition to that many other prizes have been pledged by different karting related businesses and teams. These include:

- A free set of tyres to every Rotax competitor - courtesy of JAG Engineering
- A OTK chassis and Vortex engine to the winners of the two OK classes - courtesy of Strawberry Racing
- Additional cash prizes for the top 10 in IAME & X30 - courtesy of JM Engineering & Tilottson
- Free and Wildcard entries to the X30 International Finals - courtesy of IAME
- Extra £500 cash Prize to the X30 Junior winner - courtesy of Cometic Gaskets Ltd
- 6 Month Vroom Subscriptions to the class winners - courtesy of Vroom
- £100 Cheque to the winner of the Bruno Ferrari Trophy - courtesy of the Ferrari family
- An Arai Helmet to the winner of the Honda Prize Draw - courtesy of Project One
- Various McLaren merchandise - courtesy of McLaren Racing
- Tickets to watch BTCC - courtesy of BARC
- Kartcare products for every driver - courtesy of Kartcare
- Tiger Print caps for the podium finishers - courtesy of Tiger Print
 
We have also had prize offers from RPM and KKC. We would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who has supported Kartmasters by way of donating a prize. Their support is very much appreciated!
 
So with so much up for grabs at Kartmasters 2016, have you entered yet?

If not, don't worry as there is still time! 

Entries close this weekend - Saturday 23rd July at 6pm so enter online here now!
 
* - Excluding OK classes.

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Karting Experience Days   (18/07)

Brett Wykes Racing offers corporate karting days and driver experience days in full-race prepared Rotax Max, Iame Cadet and X30 karts.
 
We cater for birthday parties as well as one-to-one driver tuition and coaching where drivers can take to the track with former British Champion Brett Wykes.
 
We also offer awning space at Shenington, Whilton Mill, Rissington and Kimbolton as well as kart storage and transportation to and from the circuit.
 
Driver coaching at Whilton Mill is available for all classes including Cadets and Bambino drivers on Wednesday nights.
 
Brett has won the British Championship, Open Championship, Midlands, Whilton Club, Rissington Club, Shenington Club, and Kimbolton Club championships plus lots more, so you can be sure you're learning from the best.
 
Call Brett Wykes to discuss your requirements on 07792 990592 or 07469 189272, or email kart-tekracing@live.co.uk.

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MSA British Kart Championships   (18/07)

Round 2 of The Awning Company British Kart and Junior Kart Championships took place at Shenington on 16th-17th July.

In the senior class Dean MacDonald commanded both finals at a hot and sunny Shenington, winning the MSA E Plate along the way.

The flying Scotsman eked out an advantage over Oliver Hodgson and Jacob Stilp, while Toby Sowery dropped out of third. Jamie Flynn was another to retire, handing places to Luke Knott, Roy Johnson and Harrison Thomas.

In the second final MacDonald powered away as Stilp relieved Hodgson of second. Welshman Thomas also had the better of Hodgson, with Ross Martin just ahead of Flynn scything through from the back.

Results - Final 1:
1 Dean MacDonald (Tony Kart/Vortex)
2 Oliver Hodgson (BirelART/Vortex)
3 Jacob Stilp (Mad Croc/Vortex)

Results - Final 2:
1 Dean MacDonald (Tony Kart/Vortex)
2 Jacob Stilp (Mad Croc/Vortex)
3 Harrison Thomas (Kosmic/Vortex)

Provisional hampionship standings:
1 Dean MacDonald - 384 points
2 Oliver Hodgson - 374
3 Jacob Stilp - 358

In Juniors no one could challenge Jonathan Hoggard at Shenington, although Morgan Porter led the challenge in both finals and rose to second place in the championship.

Hoggard disappeared down the road again in the second final, with Porter chasing and leaving all the action for third place. After a fair bit of jostling Jewiss took third over Frenchman Axel Charpentier and Mark Kimber.

The new engine prize for best newcomer went to local driver Roman Haskett, who trailed in seventh behind Callum Bradshaw among the 18-strong class.

Results - Final 1:
1 Jonathan Hoggard (Kosmic/Vortex)
2 Morgan Porter (Octane / Vortex)
3 Mark Kimber (Tony Kart/Vortex)

Results - Final 2:
1 Jonathan Hoggard (Kosmic/Vortex)
2 Morgan Porter (Octane/Vortex)
3 Kiern Jewiss (Kosmic /Vortex)

Provisional Championship standings:
1 Jonathan Hoggard - 390 points
2 Morgan Porter - 347
3 Axel Charpentier - 346
 
Photographs courtesy of Chris Walker/Kartpix.net.

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British Superkart Championship   (18/07)

Rounds 8-10 of the MSA British Superkart Championship took place at Donington Park on 17th July.

Jack Layton increased his lead in the championship after three closely fought races at Donington Park.

Layton led from the start of the opening race and kept his rival Gavin Bennett at bay until lap 12, when Bennett pushed ahead. Layton snatched back the lead on the next lap and held it to the flag to win by 1.175 seconds after catching a slower kart at the last corner.

Bennett fitted new tyres for the next race and romped away to an easy win, while Layton had to battle with Toby Davis. The championship leader gained the upper hand with two laps to go.

In the final encounter Bennett led at the end of lap one before Layton took over at half distance. The lead swapped on several occasions during the next few laps but it was Layton who exited the final corner just ahead. In the race to the line Bennett drew alongside but victory was Layton's by 0.061 seconds.

Results - Round 8:
1 Jack Layton (Anderson DEA)
2 Gavin Bennett (Anderson DEA)
3 Dan Clark (Anderson Gas Gas)

Results - Round 9:
1 Gavin Bennett (Anderson DEA)
2 Jack Layton (Anderson DEA)
3 Toby Davis (Anderson Viper)

Results - Round 10:
1 Jack Layton (Anderson DEA)
2 Gavin Bennett (Anderson DEA)
3 James O'Reilly (PVP Viper)

Provisional championship standings:
1 Jack Layton - 340 points
2 Gavin Bennett - 306
3 James O'Reilly - 232

Photograph courtesy of Chris Walker/Kartpix.net.

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Free Set Of Tyres At Kartmasters   (14/07)

Trent Valley Kart Club are very pleased to announce that the list of prizes on offer at the forthcoming MSA Kartmasters British Kart Grand Prix continues to increase!

We are pleased to confirm that we have received a very generous pledge from JAG Engineering who will be donating a free set of Mojo slick tyres to every Rotax driver competing at the event!

This is of course in addition to the cash prizes of £1000 for 1st, 2nd £500 and 3rd £250 - cash prizes!

The free set of tyres supplied by JAG Engineering will act as the mandatory set of tyres required for racing at the event. 

Subsequent test tyres can be purchased from JM Engineering using the tyre order form on the website.

Entries are still open online at www.tvkc.co.uk/kartmasters  and will close at 6pm on 23 July.  So if you haven't entered yet, do so now before it's too late!

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The Awning Company Super One Series   (13/07)

Round 7 of The Awning Company Super One Series took place at Fulbeck on the 9th & 10th July.

The series was making its first visit to Fulbeck for a long time, the Lincolnshire track being one of the first in the UK back in the early sixties and relatively unchanged in track layout. It is only a mile from Britain's most modern circuit at PF International. This round was for Cadets, Rotax and X30 with heavy rain initially on Saturday and dry Sunday.
 
MiniMax
Owen Johnson held onto fastest qualifying time over Dexter Patterson and Jonny Edgar, with Edgar going onto win both heats and lining up on pole for the first final with Lorcan Hanafin alongside.  Although Hanafin held second off the start, he faded back to sixth and Klaas Kooiker held station behind Edgar for the duration.  In the second final Jenson Butterfield and Clayton Ravenscroft briefly held second, with Ravenscroft even swiftly trading the lead with Edgar before it settled down.  Edgar then led the rest of the race, punctuated by a full course black and yellow, with Kooiker second and closing in during the neutralised period, although he had to retrieve that position from Ravenscroft.  The latter had been defending a long train but once Kooiker was through, Tom Canning and Butterfield followed.  Five karts had 10s penalties for displaced front fairings.  Edgar now lies 15 points behind Butterfield.

Results
Final 1: 1 Jonny Edgar (Tony Kart); 2 Klaas Kooiker (Tony Kart); 3 Jenson Butterfield (Tony Kart); 4 Tom Canning (Kosmic); 5 Clayton Ravenscroft (Tony Kart); 6 Lorcan Hanafin (Tony Kart)
Final 2: 1 Edgar; 2 Kooiker ; 3 Canning; 4 Butterfield; 5 Ravenscroft; 6 Dexter Patterson (Kosmic).
 
Junior Max
Rory Hudson snatched fastest qualifying time from Myles Apps and Joe Turney, with Hudson then taking both heats, the second by quite a margin.  Hudson then led the first final for a few laps before crashing out so Turney took over until the chequer.  William Pettit, Jonathan Hoggard and Mark Kimber all followed but Axel Charpentier was excluded from eighth for driving standards.  As Turney pulled out a 4s gap in the second final, he left Hoggard and Pettit trading second until Tyler Chesterton split them.  Pettitt was dumped to the back of the group for fourth whilst Charpentier recovered to eighth again.  Turney now goes 3 points ahead of Hoggard in these ABkC National Championships.

Results
Final 1: 1 Joe Turney (Kosmic); 2 William Pettitt (Tony Kart); 3 Johnathan Hoggard (Kosmic); 4 Mark Kimber (Tony Kart); 5 Tommy Foster (Tony Kart); 6 Thomas Turner (Tony Kart).
Final 2: 1 Turney; 2 Hoggard; 3 Tyler Chesterton (Tony Kart); 4 Pettitt; 5 Foster; 6 Kimber.
 
IAME Cadet
Joseph Taylor showed first with fastest TQ over Reggie Duhy and Harry Thompson.  A dominant Thompson then powered to a double heats and finals victory and is 21 points ahead of rival Joseph Taylor with only one round to go in the MSA British Cadet Championship.  Jonny Wilkinson won the other heat.  Thompson led the first two thirds of the first final until the chasing Jonny Wilkinson found a gap in his defence on lap 10, not making his life easy.  Thompson waited until the penultimate lap to get his revenge at the Pits Corner, Wilkinson then falling to third behind Taylor and Reggie Duhy up to fourth from the back.  In the second final Thompson enjoyed a lights to flag victory with Wilkinson and Zak O'Sullivan close behind after Taylor fell to sixth on the fourth lap and became mired in the third group.  Reggie Duhy led Matthew Rees over the finish for fourth.

Results
Final 1: 1 Harry Thompson (Synergy); 2 Joseph Taylor (Synergy); 3 Jonny Wilkinson (Zip); 4 Reggie Duhy (Synergy); 5 Zak O'Sullivan (Synergy); 6 Georgi Dimitrov (Synergy).
Final 2: 1 Thompson; 2 Wilkinson; 3 O'Sullivan; 4 Duhy; 5 Matthew Rees (Zip); 6 Joshua Rattican (Zip).
 
Junior X30 Qualifier
Gordon Mutch beat Ethan Pitt and Angus Fender to top spot in the timed qualifying list, Fender going onto win both heats and would line up alongside Teddy Pritchard-Williams for the first final grid.  Fender had a lights to flag victory with Pitt behind for the first half, and Mutch for the second half after he recovered from non starting the first heat.  Pitt fell back to fifth, behind Oliver Greetham and Pritchard-Williams.  Mutch sprung a surprise by powering into the lead of the second final with Fender hard on his rear bumper.  They pulled out a 3s gap on the third place battle where Shane White was leap frogging up from fifth to third, and leaving the rest behind.  Harry McQuillan made a late charge up the field to reach seventh whilst Pitt and Ethan Rees traded fourth.  With a couple of laps to run, Fender made his move to take the win and have a cushion of 26 points on Pitt.

Results
Final 1: 1 Angus Fender (Gold); 2 Gordon Mutch (Mad Croc); 3 Teddy Pritchard-Williams (Mad Croc); 4 Oliver Greetham (Alonso); 5 Ethan Pitt (Mach 1); 6 Jake Douglas (Alonso).
Final 2: 1 Fender; 2 Mutch; 3 Shane White (Tony Kart); 4 Pitt; 5 Ethan Rees (Tony Kart); 6 Oliver Clarke (Tony Kart).
 
Honda Cadet
Needing two timed qualifying sessions the best Harry Thompson could do on the joint list was sixth.  That list was topped by Sam Heading, Luke Watts and Caden McQueen.  But Thompson won both his heats, Oliver Bearman the other.  Thompson led the first three quarters of the first final, including a neutralised period, but Bearman had got the better of Wesley Mason and then moved successfully on Thompson.  That put him back to  fourth which became fifth as Lucas Ellingham took advantage.  Thompson could only recover to fourth again, Bearman winning from Luke Preston and Sam Heading.  Bearman kept up the advantage through the second final with Thompson chasing and a great deal of shuffling amongst the battle for third.  Alex Eades and Justin Breward had come off on the opening lap whilst Ellingham rushed up to third, but not for long.  Now there was the lead duo, where Thompson found a gap to lead but Bearman struck straight back for the win, and a five kart train for third.  McQueen came out on top of that from Coskun Irfan, Ellingham and Ben Kasperczak who had gained ten places.  Thompson still holds a massive points lead over McQueen.

Results
Final 1: 1 Oliver Bearman (Project One); 2 Luke Preston (Project One); 3 Sam Heading (Project One); 4 Harry Thompson (Synergy); 5 Caden McQueen (Zip); 6 Lucas Ellingham (Zip).
Final 2: 1 Bearman; 2 Thompson; 3 McQueen; 4 Coskun Irfan (Zip); 5 Ellingham; 6 Ben Kasperczak (BRK)  
 
Senior X30
Josh Collings was quick again, beating Roy Johnson and Jamie Flynn to top TQ spot, then Collings and Johnson each took a heat win.  But Collings took a front fairing 10s penalty in his other heat so would have to battle up the order in the first final.  He made it to third, passing Johnson whilst ahead Matthew Hirst lost the lead to Brett Ward at the halfway stage, Ward having found good pace overnight.  Ward held the lead all through the second final with Collings falling back from a lead challenge to battle with Scott Mackrell for second.  Matt Davies was excluded from fifth for driving standards.  Collings has a slender 5 point lead over Mackrell and Ward with Davies falling to fourth in the standings.

Results
Final 1: 1 Brett Ward (Mach 1); 2 Matthew Hirst (Kosmic); 3 Josh Collings (Alonso); 4 Roy Johnson (Alonso); 5 Matt Davies (Tony Kart); 6 Jack Partridge (Gold).
Final 2: 1 Ward; 2 Collings; 3 Scott Mackrell (Tony Kart); 4 Johnson; 5 Partridge; 6 Davey Shepherd (Mach 1).
 
Senior Rotax Max
Josh White made a clean sweep of all results, from TQ through the two heats and both finals.  Josh Collings had been a challenger until the first final where he could only run in sixth then was excluded from the meeting along with Ben Davis for re-attaching their front fairings at the end.  Josh Skelton was second from Harrison Thomas.  White had a scare at the start of the second final when Thomas dived into the lead, but normal order was soon restored.  Thomas fell to third, then fourth and finished fifth.  Skelton had hooked behind White and stayed with him until the end the rest 6s in arrears.  James Johnson settled into third over Charlie Turner.  Jack McCarthy had a subdued meeting, finishing only seventh then having a 10s front fairing penalty to drop three places.  He is 11 points behind White in the standings.

Results
Final 1: 1 Josh White (Tony Kart); 2 Josh Skelton (Tony Kart); 3 Harrison Thomas (Kosmic); 4 Nathan Chafer (LH); 5 Jack McCarthy (Tony Kart); 6 Tom Croyden (Tony Kart).
Final 2: 1 White; 2 Skelton; 3 James Johnson (Tony Kart); 4 Charlie Turner (Tony Kart); 5 Thomas; 6 Morgan Rose (Tony Kart).

Photographs courtesy of Chris Walker/Kartpix.net.

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X30 & IAME Prizes Increased!   (12/07)

Huge Cash Prize Fund + Wild Card Entries Up For Grabs at Kartmasters!
 
X30 is vastly becoming the premier class in the UK for both Junior and Senior, with highly competitive grids being seen at Club and Championship level.  As the most coveted and 'want-to-do' race on the IAME calendar is the International Final (IIF) at Le Mans in October, IAME have pledged some amazing prizes to help secure entries at this very sought after event.

7 wild cards entries in both Junior and Senior will be on offer plus free tickets for the top three - meaning the first 10 in the Grand Final in both Junior & Senior at TVKC's X30 Kartmasters Trophy will have the opportunity to race at the prestigious event, which this year is set to see over 450 entries, making it the biggest attended race in Europe!
 
To add to this amazing prize, John Mills Engineering & Tillotson have joined together to increase what is already a huge cash prize fund offered by TVKC to the winners at Kartmasters 2016. Setting a new standard in UK karting, the following prizes await the lucky top 10...
 
X30 Junior & Senior:
1st - £1200 + Free Ticket to IIF + Tyres for official phase + Tillotson KartMasters trophy
2nd - £775 + Free Ticket to IIF
3rd - £650 + Free Ticket to IIF
4th - £350 + Ticket to IIF*
5th - £275 + Ticket to IIF*
6th - £250 + Ticket to IIF*
7th - £225 + Ticket to IIF*
8th - £200 + Ticket to IIF*
9th - £175 + Ticket to IIF*
10th - £150 + Ticket to IIF*
 
MSA IAME Cadet:
1st - £1000 + IAME MSA GP Plate
2nd - £750
3rd - £450
4th - £350
5th - £300
6th - £275
7th - £250
8th - £200
9th - £150
10th - £125
 
We look forward to seeing you on the grid for the special race and would finally like to thank TVKC, Tillotson & John Mills Engineering, for the continued support of the IAME classes. Entries are open at www.tvkc.co.uk.

Good Luck IAME UK!

*This ticket is for the opportunity to race at the IIF and all cost must be covered by the competitor.

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MSA British Cadet Kart Champs   (11/07)

Round 6 of The Awning Company MSA British Cadet Kart Championship took place at Fulbeck on 9th & 10th July.

A dominant Harry Thompson powered to a double victory at the Lincolnshire circuit.

Thompson led the first two thirds of the first final until the chasing Jonny Wilkinson found a gap in his defence on lap 10. Thompson waited until the penultimate lap to get his revenge at the Pits Corner, Wilkinson then falling to third behind Joesph Taylor.

In the second final Thompson enjoyed a lights-to-flag victory with Wilkinson and Zak O'Sullivan close behind.

Results - Final 1:
1 Harry Thompson 
2 Joseph Taylor
3 Jonny Wilkinson

Results - Final 2:
1 Harry Thompson
2 Jonny Wilkinson
3 Zak O'Sullivan

Provisional Championship Standings:
1 Harry Thompson - 1116 points
2 Joseph Taylor - 1095
3 Jonny Wilkinson - 1058

Photograph courtesy of Chris Walker/Kartpix.net.

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The Countdown Begins!   (07/07)

With only a matter of weeks left, the countdown to the 2016 MSA Kartmasters British Kart Grand Prix starts here!

Celebrating it's 21st anniversary this year, the Kartmasters GP has seen some worthy champions over the course of its 21-year history, including a certain Lewis Hamilton, and has grown year on year to become the UK's finest one-off Karting event. 

2016 promises to be better than ever!  With a massive CASH prize fund up for grabs that'll see the winner of each class* walking away for £1000, 2nd £500 and 3rd £250, a truly interactive media coverage featuring IPTV Live Streaming, Live Timing with Live Commentary and regular feeds to social media, the return of the ever popular race format of Timed Qualifying and Heats on both Friday & Saturday plus daytime entertainment in the TVKC 'Village' - there's plenty of reasons why you should enter Kartmasters!

And, if that wasn't enough, the winners of each class** receives the coveted GP plates too!

The event is open to the following classes:
IAME Cadet, Honda Cadet, Mini Max, Junior Max, Junior TKM, Senior Max, 177 Max, Senior TKM, OK & OK Junior - although strictly subject to minimum numbers. 
The event will also feature the return of the X30 Kartmasters Trophy that caters for the X30 Junior & X30 Senior categories.

Entries are still being accepted - enter online today! Entries will close at 6pm on 23 July 2016.

The entry fee for the 3-day weekend is £180 with the option to partake in the Thursday practice day for an additional £50. Each competitor must purchase one set of mandatory slick tyres (with the exception of the OK classes where two sets must be purchased).  Drivers entering the MSA Kartmasters British Kart Grand Prix must have a minimum of National A licence, whereas X30 competitors entering the X30 Kartmasters Trophy must have a minimum of a National B.

For more information about the 2016 MSA Kartmasters British Kart Grand Prix, please visit our dedicated website http://tvkc.co.uk/beta/kartmasters/ or find us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/kartmastersgp/.

* excludes OK classes.
** excludes X30 classs.

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With Glory Comes Power   (06/07)

If the prospect of being crowned English champion wasn't enough reason to enter, then how about the chance of winning a free OK engine too?
 
Next month's (15-17 July) Shenington Super Prix not only hosts the annual 'E' Plate Championship, but also the second round of the UK's inaugural OK series.
 
Entries are now open and Strawberry Racing is giving competitors the opportunity to win either an OK DDS or DDJ motor.
 
Announcing the initiative, Strawberry's Warwick Ringham said: "To encourage even more drivers into the series we've put two engines up for grabs. Each one will go to the top finisher in Junior and Senior, who is either an OK newcomer or currently running outside of the championship's top ten after the first round."
 
The event has the added appeal of creating the first ever OK English champion, who will not only carry the prestigious E Plate for the next twelve months but also receive vital points towards the MSA British Kart Championships, as the series hits the halfway mark.
 
For spectators and drivers alike, the meeting promises to be a mouth-watering prospect, as the ultra-fast OK karts make the most of Shenington's full-throttle straights and technical corners. Not only that, TV cameras will be present to record the ABkC classes and historic kart demonstrations for a feature on Motors TV, airing on 8th August at 6.55 pm.
 
The event also includes a Saturday evening hog roast (all drivers receive a free meal ticket), licensed bar (Friday and Saturday evenings only), amusements for children (including a Bucking Bronco ride), disco and live music (Saturday evening) and the special perpetual SuperPrix trophies plus Fastest Lap trophies
 
Entry and Vega tyre order forms and championship regulations for the OK classes are available at http://superoneseries.com/downloads/ For more information about the OK class, please call Warwick on 0114 288 9933 or email info@strawberryracing.co.uk.

Photographs courtesy of Chris Walker/Kartpix.net.

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OK To Be At Kartmasters 2016   (05/07)

It's only 5 weeks until the 2016 MSA Kartmasters British Kart Grand Prix meeting kicks off at PF International Kart Circuit.

Along with the usual Cadet, Junior & Senior classes will be the all new CIK - OK Junior and OK Senior classes. Due to the success of the previous OK meetings, the MSA have granted the OK class the GP plate championship. Along with obtaining GP status, the winner of each OK class will take away a brand new, complete OTK chassis of their choice along with a Vortex OK engine, currently valued at £6300.00.

The entry fee for the 3 day meeting is £180 with the option of the Thursday test day for an additional £50. The event is eligible for National A (or above) licence holders and competitors will be required to purchase two sets of mandatory slick tyres - the first set at the normal retail price, the second set at a concessionary price, courtesy of Strawberry Racing.

Entries are now open online here and will close at 6pm on 23 July. Get your entries in early to avoid disappointment.

As ever, Strawberry Racing will be on hand to hire out and help with the OK engines. OK engines are available to rent at £350.00 for the meeting. Alternatively, you can buy at £1745.00 for a DDJ and £1895 for a DDS engine.

For further information regarding the meeting, please contact TVKC's Competition Secretary, Danielle Short, at compsec@tvkc.co.uk or call 07545 131099.

For technical enquiries relating to the OK engines, please contact 0114 2889933

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IKR Owner Driver Summer Champs   (04/07)

Meetings for the Owner Driver IKR championship are every second Sunday of the month at Lydd Kart Circuit with race practice the Saturday before. The Championship has 6 rounds with each competitor's best 5 results counting towards their final position.
 
Honda Cadet and Honda Cadet Clubman must run with the new exhaust.
 
All Rotax classes and Junior Subaru use the Maxxis HG1 tyre (1 set for all 6 rounds). You can pre-order tyres, pay via card over the phone, for collection race weekend.
 
Dropped nosecone rule for Junior Subaru/Junior Rotax/Senior Rotax classes also applies, however with a 4 second penalty if the nosecone drops.
 
Summer Regulations (available on website) are practice, timed qualifying, 2 heats and a 15 lap final for Honda Cadet Clubman, Honda Cadet, IAME Cadet, Junior Subaru, Junior Max, Mini Max, ProKart 175, ProKart 200, Senior Rotax 162, Rotax Max 177. Bambino grids have practice/qualify, followed by 3 timed runs.
 
Post completed race entry form and payment to the circuit, or entry confirmation and card payment over the phone. Note entries are taken up to and including race morning (with no late entry fee). Or race entry online at www.lyddkartcircuit.com, via TrakData, the deadline for this being Wednesday 6th July.
 
Clarkekarts Shop is open both Saturday 9th July for testing/race practice and Sunday 10th race day. Café and Clubhouse is open both days for hot food and drink, spectators welcome.
 
Kart storage is £5 per week and garage space hire is £25 per kart/per day, transponder hire is £10 per day.
 
Contact Sue Hart (Club Secretary) on 01797 321747 or 01797 321895, or email lyddcircuit@yahoo.co.uk. You can also visit our website at www.lyddkartcircuit.com, find us on Facebook or download our app at https://lyddkartcircuit.appsme.com

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MSA Bambino Kart Championship   (04/07)

Nathan Tye was fastest in round five of the championship at Glan Y Gors, which took place on 2 - 3 July.

A full grid of Bambinos competed in the time trial event, with pole positions for Tye and Leo Robinson.

The timed heat saw victories for championship leader Robinson, Monde-Jnr-Konini and Finlay Brown.Tye was quickest in a close final with just 0.8 seconds covering the top-ten drivers.

Robinson and Konini completed the podium.

Results:
1 Nathan Tye
2 Leo Robinson
3 Monde Jnr Konini

Provisional championship standings:
1 Leo Robinson - 438 points
2 Monde Jnr konini - 431
3 Finlay Brown - 398

Photograph courtesy of Chris Walker/Kartpix.net.

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Vital Motorsport At Whilton Mill   (01/07)

Vital Motorsport fielded various drivers for the monthly club championship round at their base circuit - Whilton Mill - in preparation for September's LGM round.

Senior X30 Drivers Matthew Armstrong and Hugo Ellis showed great pace with top 4 finishes in various heats for both, Ellis taking a storming victory and Armstrong finishing well inside the top ten scrapping with the lead group.

In Mini Max Piers Henderson gave the Compkart it's Rotax UK debut and took all 3 heats in convincing form, cruelly losing out in the final with strong contact from the 2nd placed driver.

Thomas Byrne was placed 8th in Junior X30 with strong pace and Josh Green P6 in Iame cadet!

A good job all round.

Next up is Forest Edge and PF for Vital Motorsport in preparation again for LGM later this year, then on to the Spanish Championship race and X30 Euro Series both held at Zuera one weekend after the other. Vital Motorsport lay 2nd in the Junior Euro Series and 3rd in the Senior class with the main title for both classes within their grasp.

For details on how to join Vital Motorsport or details on the Compkart range please contact Gary Rolfe, Team Principle, on +44 7725 367043 or email Gary@kkckartshop.co.uk.

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X30 European Open @ PFI   (29/06)

Vital Motorsport, the Whilton Mill based team, fielded a full strength line-up for the X30 European Open at PF International, only missing regular front runner Ben Wooldridge from the Junior Class and Ewan Long.

Seniors saw Hugo Ellis take pole in TQ on Friday, team mates Connor Jupp and John Stewart always chasing hard inside the top ten and team newbies Ben Steward and Tom Wood had up and down weeks with Ben taking P8 in TQ and then struggling to carry his speed through. The upshot was Ellis scrapping for 3rd in the main final ultimately taking 5th at the flag with Jupp and Stewart rounding out the top ten.

Juniors saw Kiera Scott in her first European profile race take an outstanding 15th in the main final after constant improvements throughout the week against the cream of Europe.

Vital Motorsport USA driver Dante Yu showed awesome speed after getting used to the tough and ready race pace at PFI but took a time penalty in the main final dropping him to p16.

BN Racing, Vital Motorsport partner team bought another American, David Malukas the reigning Junior X30 World Champion and Ireland's Gary Edwards in Senior to compete. Edwards showed good test pace and raced for a top ten place narrowly missing out but Malukas led all but 2 laps of the main final and was cruelly crashed into on the last lap losing the title metres from the flag.

Next month will see the team travel to Zuera in Spain for the RGMMC European Series where the team sit inside the top 3 in both Junior and Senior.

Thanks go to Grice Racing Engines and Chris Walker at Kartpix.

For enquiries to join Vital Motorsport or to enquire regarding the Compkart range contact Team Principle Gary Rolfe on +44 7725 367043 or gary@kkckartshop.co.uk.

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The Awning Company Super One Series   (28/06)

Round 6 of The Awning Company Super One Series took place at Buckmore Park on 25th & 26th June.

Seven classes packed into the twisty Kent circuit, often called karting's answer to Brands Hatch.  Those taking a break were the OK, KZ1 and X30, all of Rotax, TKM and Cadet were present.  Saturday heat were punctuated with rain showers but Sunday was luckily dry, albeit interrupted with several red flags.  MSA officials held a meeting with the teams and organised drugs testing, this time for the Junior competitors.
 
MSA British IAME Cadet Championship
This year's dominant driver in Cadets, Harry Thompson, tied in timed qualifying with Zak O'Sullivan but both were pipped by Jonny Wilkinson in the other group.  Georgi Dimitrov, Joshua Rattican and Thompson took the heat wins.  Thompson led the first part of the first final then had to give way to Bray Kenneally, Joseph Taylor and Alex Simmonds in turn.  He leapfrogged from third to first on the last lap, retrieving the lead and the win from Kenneally who fell to third behind Alex Simmonds.  Briefly in the lead of the second final by lap five, he was elbowed down to sixth as Simmonds and Kenneally took up the running.  Leapfrogging back up the order Thompson and Kenneally clashed putting them to the back as Wilkinson inherited the win over Simmonds, Matthew Rees and Taylor.  But Simmonds was later excluded for a technical infringement, missing an important marking on his engine. So Thompson's clash has reduced his points lead to just five over Taylor.

Results:
Final 1: 1 Harry Thompson (Synergy); 2 Alex Simmonds (Zip); 3 Bray Kenneally (Zip); 4 Matthew Rees (Zip); 5 Jonny Wilkinson (Zip); 6 Maxwell Dodds (Synergy).
Final 2: 1 Wilkinson (Zip); 2 Rees; 3 Joseph Taylor (Synergy); 4 Taylor Barnard (Synergy); 5 Zak O'Sullivan (Synergy); 6 Dodds.
 
ABkC National Championship for Honda Cadet
A massive entry of 47 karts were in what is the UK's largest kart class, and so Joshua McLean did well to top that list in qualifying over Ivan Lomliev and Open Champion Wesley Mason whilst championship leader (yes, again) Harry Thompson was ninth.  Oliver Bearman, Lomliev and Thompson took heat wins putting Bearman on pole for the first final.  Mason led six laps then just after Bearman relieved him of that lead another red flag decided the Clerk of the Course to finish the race early when Mason rolled out of the front group.  Thompson had followed through from second, Mason demoted to fourth behind Lucas Ellingham.  Bearman took up the lead of the second final after yet another red flag stoppage and was challenged repeatedly by first trading it with Mason, who a little later fell to the back, then the canny Thomson jumped into the lead with four laps to run.  He held on as Ben Kasperczak prised past Bearman for second.  Caden McQueen had been running fourth but fell back to ninth, then promoted to sixth as Owen Tolley, Casper Stevenson and Reggie Duhy were all excluded for not obeying flag signals.  Thompson has a healthy lead in the points over Kasperczak.

Results:
Final 1: 1 Oliver Bearman (Project One); 2 Harry Thompson (Synergy); 3 Lucas Ellingham (Zip); 4 Wesley Mason (Project One); Sam Heading (Project One); Ivan Lomliev (Synergy).
Final 2: 1 Thompson; 2 Ben Kasperczak (BRK); 3 Bearman; Ellingham; 5 Alex Eades (BRK); 6 Caden McQueen (Zip)
 
ABkC National Championship for MiniMax
Jenson Butterfield took fastest in TQ over Tom Canning and Alex Lloyd, Butterfield going forward to win both heats and both finals, total domination in both wet and dry.  Lloyd had to fight hard against Canning to keep his second place in the first final, Canning even managing to go into the lead momentarily.  A total of seven drivers took 10s penalties for displaced front fairing, the highest being Finlay Bunce from fifth.  They must have learnt for the second final as only one driver was caught out.  This was more processional with Butterfield marginally ahead of Lloyd and Canning with Lorcan Hanafin leading the next group.  Butterfield leads the points with a 33 gap to Jonny Edgar who had a subdued day clocking a fifth and sixth.

Results:
Final 1: 1 Jenson Butterfield (Tony Kart); 2 Alex Lloyd (Alonso); 3 Tom Canning (Kosmic); 4 Kieron Jermey (Tony Kart); 5 Jonny Edgar (Tony Kart); 6 Lorcan Hanafin (Tony Kart)
Final 2: 1 Butterfield; 2 Lloyd; 3 Canning; 4 Hanafin; 5 Finlay Bunce (Tony Kart); 6 Edgar;
 
ABkC National Championship for Junior Max
Jonathan Hoggard and Myles Apps won the heats, Joe Turney having been fastest in the time trials over Hoggard.  From pole Apps took up the lead of the first final but eventually had to give best to Rory Hudson and had to retrieve second from Mark Kimber and Hoggard.   Tommy Foster came up to third with a couple of laps to run.  In the second final Tyler Chesterton powered up from seventh on the grid to win after a trade with Hudson and Axel Charpentier.  The latter went out and Kimber was excluded for driving standards.  Foster also retired from third.    That all left Hoggard and Apps on the third podium position after winning an appeal with Joe Turney's fifth putting him second to Hoggard in the points standings.

Results:
Final 1: 1 Rory Hudson (Tony Kart); 2 Myles Apps (Alonso); 3 Tommy Foster (Tony Kart); 4 Johnathan Hoggard (Kosmic); 5 Axel Charpentier (Tony Kart); 6 Mark Kimber (Tony Kart).
Final 2: 1 Tyler Chesterton (Tony Kart); 2 Hoggard; 3 Apps; 4 Hudson; 5 Joe Turney (Kosmic); 6 Thomas Turner (Tony Kart).

ABkC National Championship for Senior Max
Sam Baker topped the qualifying with eventual winner Josh Collings only seventh, Charlie Turner and Jack McCarthy winning the heats.  Starting fourth Collings was soon into second as Josh White went out, McCarthy also dropping right back from second.  Midrace the lead was in Collings hands from Turner, James Johnson holding third throughout.  For the second final Collings and Johnson were nose to tail all the way with McCarthy arrowing up to third and putting Turner back to fifth.  Collings is only nine points behind McCarthy in the points table.

Results:
Final 1: 1 Josh Collings (Alonso); 2 Charlie Turner (Tony Kart); 3 James Johnson (Tony Kart); 4 Josh Skelton (Tony Kart); 5 Harrison Thomas (Kosmic); 6 Sam Baker (Kosmic).
Final 2: 1 Collings 2 Johnson; 3 Jack McCarthy (Tony Kart); 4 Skelton; 5 Zak Fulk (Tony Kart); 6 Thomas.
 
ABkC National Championship for Junior TKM
Abbi Pulling is really showing her skills this year driving for Tal-Ko and she was quickest in the TQ from Kristian Brierley and Bradley White.  Pulling didn't get it quite together in the heats, both won by White but she recovered quickly in the first final, into the lead by lap two. Mid race Adam Sparrow made his attack, putting her to fourth.  She sped back to the lead but had to eventually give best to White.  For the second final White had an early dice for the lead with Adam Sparrow but fell to ninth and could only recover to seventh, which became sixth when third placed Sparrow had a displaced front fairing penalty.  So from lap four onwards Pulling kept the lead, a second clear of Joe Fowler before a huge gap to Lee Whittingham once Sparrow had his penalty.  Pulling is only five points adrift of White overall now.

Results:
Final 1: 1 Bradley White (Tal-Ko); 2 Abbi Pulling (Tal-Ko); 3 Adam Sparrow (Tal-Ko); 4 Lee Whittingham (Tony Kart); 5 Joe Fowler (Jade Karts); 6 Ian Sisson (Tony Kart).
Final 2: 1 Pulling; 2 Fowler; 3 Whittingham; 4 Ross Deal (Tal-Ko); 5 Jordan Lee-Chapman (Tony Kart); 6 White.
 
ABkC National Championship for TKM Extreme
In the second biggest class Kyle Sproat prevailed in TQ over Christopher Whitton.  Whitton, Lewis Round and Sproat took the heat wins.  Whitton, Sproat and Round all had turns leading the first final but in the end Whitton was ahead of the other two.  Matthew Taylor shot into second in the second final behind Whitton.  Sproat then worked his way up from fourth to just take the lead with an exciting finale in sight when the race was stopped early due to an incident in the paddock requiring the medics.  Taylor kept a hold of second with Round, Harry Moore and Whitton behind.  Sproat wins a Ginetta test drive for his efforts and has 18 points in hand over Whitton and Harry Moore.

Results:
Final 1: 1 Christopher Whitton (Tony Kart); 2 Kyle Sproat (Tony Kart); 3 Lewis Round (Alonso); 4 Harry Moore (Jade Karts); 5 Matthew Taylor (Tony Kart); 6 Charlie Bruce-White (Tony Kart).
Final 2: 1 Sproat; 2 Taylor; 3 Round; 4 Moore; 5 Whitton; 6 Louis Beaven (Tony Kart).

Photographs courtesy of Chris Walker/Kartpix.net.

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Ready For Car Racing?   (27/06)

Are you ready to make the move into car racing?
 
Come and join the FunCup Championship.
 
- The FunCup Academy has been created to support new drivers into car racing
- ARDS Testing and full driver training throughout the season with the FunCup Academy Director and Grade A ARDS instructor Jay Shepherd.
- Televised Championship with over 46 hours coverage with Motors TV and Sky Sports
- Huge social media coverage
- 6 UK rounds at circuits such as Oulton Park, Brands Hatch, Snetterton, Donington Park, and Anglesey day to night race
- Endurance racing from 3 to 6 hours per meeting
- Spaceframe chassis with 1.8 Audi race engine
- Competitive racing with top rank teams and drivers
- Driving as part of a team to get results
- Top mechanical team and support
- £2500 per round or £15000 for a full season per driver (based on 3 sharing)
- Track sessions available from £350 per driver
 
Are you interested?
 
Please contact Jay Shepherd, FunCup Academy 07949 170031, visit our website at www.team7racing.co.uk or email jay@team7racing.co.uk. 

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British Cadet Kart Championship   (27/06)

Round 5 of The Awning Company MSA British Cadet Kart Championship took place at Buckmore Park on 25-25th June.

Championship leader Harry Thompson and Jonny Wilkinson took a win each at Buckmore Park but the former crashed out in the second final, reducing his overall lead to just five points.

Thompson led the initial part of the first final before giving way to Bray Kenneally, Joesph Taylor and Alex Simmonds in turn. He leapfrogged from third to first on the last lap, retrieving the lead and the win from Kenneally, who fell to third behind Simmonds.

Briefly in the lead of the second final by lap five, he was elbowed down to sixth as Simmonds and Kenneally took up the running. Jumping back up the order, Thompson clashed with Kenneally, putting them to the back as Wilkinson inherited the win over Simmonds, Matthew Rees and Taylor. However Simmonds was later excluded on technical grounds.
 
Results - Final 1:
1 Harry Thompson (Synergy)
2 Alex Simmonds (Zip)
3 Bray Kenneally (Zip)

Results - Final 2
1 Jonnny Wilkinson (Zip)
2 Matthew Rees (Zip)
3 Joseph Taylor (Synergy)

Provisional championship standings
1 Harry Thompson - 920 points
2 Joseph Taylor - 915
3 Jonny Wilkinson - 869

Photograph courtesy of Chris Walker/Kartpix.net.

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Racing Rules Explained   (23/06)

The 'Association of British Kart Clubs' and 'Karting Australia' are among the latest karting organisations to adopt a new 68 page booklet entitled 'Racing Rules Explained' which is intended for junior novice kart drivers in the 6 to 12 year old age bracket and their parents.
 
Written by Clerk of the Course, Gordon Mellis, while officiating overseas for the UAE East Rotax Max Challenge back in 2013, the abundantly illustrated booklet was originally intended for the Middle East series but after receiving some really positive feedback from officials, parents and drivers further afield, various country specific editions were produced for overseas markets too and now in its third year of publication, the publication has now sold several thousand copies in 9 countries including Australia, Malaysia, Sultanate of Oman, United Arab Emirates, Lebanon and now the UK.

The concept behind the project was originally inspired by the multi-national mix of junior novice drivers competing in the Middle East and the realisation that most of them and their parents had never seen a relevant karting 'rule book' let alone studied and properly understood the sporting regulations, especially where language barriers can prove to be an additional challenge when interpreting the rules.

Gordon explains that the objective of the booklet is simply "to create a greater situational awareness amongst the sport's younger drivers, especially those new to racing about the main rules of racing and the expectations that race organisations and Race Officials have for safe, competitive and fair races, with a particular emphasis on the all-important formation lap and race start procedures".

The sport's rules and regulations are traditionally text based and by necessity are relatively complex and technical in nature. Understandably, these rules and regulations are squarely aimed at those adults who race or organise events or manage circuits, run teams, and for those who officiate within the sport.
However, drivers can now compete at ages as young as 6 years old, yet the manner in which we try and communicate the sport's regulations, rules and procedures to this age group have largely remained unchanged over the years.

Yet, Gordon opines that "we all expect these youngsters to start their racing careers without really understanding the rules properly and just pick things up as they go along driving perfectly within these rules from race one, typically based only on a basic competency assessment. But let's be honest, it's wholly unreasonable to expect a novice driver in the junior classes to sit down read, learn and apply the sporting rules and regulations as they are currently written. Even listening to the language and terminology used at a typical drivers briefing on race day must be somewhat baffling and intimidating for any junior driver entering the sport".

'Racing Rules Explained' makes extensive use of colour cartoons, photos and illustrations to simply "translate" some of the most important text based rules, regulations and procedures into a more pictorial style of format using plain language that is more readable and easier to understand by the target age group... children.

However, it is fully acknowledged that the youngest drivers within this age group may not be able to read this booklet word for word or understand the finer points of the rules by themselves, so Gordon emphasises the key role that each parent, team principal or coach has to play in educating novice drivers about the rules.

"Don't forget that your young racer is largely reliant on you to interpret and explain the rules and regulations to them... parents coaches and teams should be focussing on teaching the rules before they start coaching race craft. The onus is on a parent, coach or guardian of a young kart driver, new to the sport to firstly read and understand the official sporting regulations, specific event and championship rules and regulations. Then use the Racing Rules Explained booklet as a tool to carefully and clearly explain and demonstrate the relevant rules and regulations to your young driver, always taking the time to assess if your driver fully understands the main rules, especially the race start procedures".

The booklet is currently only available in English and hard copy format but downloadable and foreign language versions are currently being explored.

To obtain your UK copy of 'Racing Rules Explained' contact your local kart club or the ABkC.

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Gold Kart Success   (22/06)

Gold Kart would like to congratulate Danny Keirle on his stunning performance at the IAME X30 Senior European Open event at PFI international circuit at the weekend.
 
We would also like to thank the Jade Kart race team for choosing Gold Kart and giving Danny a set up that as the speed to win at this level.
 
Thank you also to all our customers in the U.K. that have already  chosen to race a Gold Kart, we hope others will consider our product in the future when looking to purchase a new kart.
 
For more details on Gold Kart products please contact:
 
Magnum Motorsport (UK Importer - trade enquires welcome)
Telephone 01257 474419 or email magtune@talktalk.net.
Website: www.magtune.com.
 
Also
Jade Karts
Telephone 01295 678188 or email s.allen@jadekarts.co.uk.

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Whelen To Sponsor SuperPrix   (20/06)

Shenington Kart Racing Club are thrilled to reveal that the headline sponsor for this year's Shenington SuperPrix & MSA E Plate on 15- 17 July is Whelen Europe.  The meeting also hosts the second round of the MSA British Kart Championship for the exciting new CIK classes OK and OK Junior as part of the Super One Series and rounds of the KZ UK Super 4 and 210 Challenge.  No strangers to the world of Motorsport, Whelen Engineering, the world's leader in the supply and manufacture of LED lighting and siren systems for the emergency services, are the title sponsors for three US NASCAR series. Whelen are also the title sponsors of the NASCAR Whelen Euro Series (NWES) which runs across Europe with races in Spain, Holland, France, Italy, Belgium and the UK. NWES has seen many European drives step up from karting directly to NWES looking for the opportunity to race in the US. Paul Garner of Whelen Europe says: "We are very proud to support such a great event and hope to see some of these young drivers competing across Europe in the future, possibly in the NWES". Further information on Whelen and their involvement in motorsport can be found at www.whelen.com.
 
The meeting starts with open Friday practice on 15 July, available even to those not entered in the race weekend.  There will be practice during most of Saturday after scrutineering from 0800 and signing on by 0900, some heats late Saturday afternoon and timed qualifying for the MSA British Championships (OK & OKJ), then the rest of the heats on Sunday before the Finals. The bar is open on Friday and Saturday evening, with a bucking bronco, and on Saturday evening there is the traditional pig roast, salad, disco and live music.  All drivers entered will receive a pig roast ticket and more can be purchased.  The club is offering a Kart Boot sale in the Marquee on Sunday (booking form to follow) at a cost of £20 per pitch. There are historic karts and Legends with track demonstrations each day and the large static display in the BHKC marquee (£20 entry fee per kart).  Spectator entry to the meeting and historic displays is free on Friday and Saturday, £5 per car on Sunday.  Perpetual trophies are on offer for the club classes, E Plates for Cadet, Rotax, TKM and Gearbox and OK along with X30 club races.  All races count for the Shenington club championship as well.  The E Plate can be used at all MSA clubs, the SP plate awarded to the TKM Clubman winner is only for Shenington. 

Entry forms and regulations are available at http://www.sheningtonkrc.co.uk/index.php/accomodation and for OK classes at http://superoneseries.com/.

All E plate classes (except OK) will be televised on Motors TV on 8th August at 6.55pm with repeats and then on Youtube.  Shenington KRC also thanks the many class sponsors for the event and Spellfame Karting for their valued support.

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LGM X30 Tour At Wales' GYG   (20/06)

The Glan Y Gors round of the X30 Tour series saw another strong showing from Vital Motorsport with Ben Wooldridge continuing his strong run of form with overall pole position in TQ having difficult heats with changeable conditions and culminating in being crashed into at the start of the final having to take a DNF. His team mates Kiera Scott and Ewan Long spent their weekend learning the difficult Welsh circuit but good pace couldn't ease them into the main final unfortunately.

In Senior X30 the trio of Matt Armstrong ,John Stewart and Hugo Ellis had great pace with P2,3 and 7 in their TQ session and Ellis taking a 3,4 &5 and with John pressing hard with 2 strong heats and Armstrong's blistering dry pace in heat 2 lapping the same as the winning driving from the back after a hard first lap the Whilton based unit looked set to shine but the weather threw a spanner in the works with a huge downpour in the interval making tyre choices difficult and with questionable driving standards the trio were split throughout the grid - Stewart doing a sterling job to take the final podium spot aboard his Compkart Covert 3.0 / Grice Power, Ellis rescuing his race to P6. Whilst Matt had a torrid race with the wrong tyre choice hampering his progress, an unfortunate conclusion to his weekend that showed strong dry speed.

The team are at full strength at PFI for the European Open where Seniors John Stewart, Hugo Ellis, Tom Wood are joined by Ben Steward and Connor Jupp. In Junior X30 will see Kiera Scott and our USA driver Dante Yu over for this race as experience of UK competition. Also our partner team BN Racing are on board with World Champion David Malukas and Gary Edwards representing the successful Compkart Brand.

For further information on how to join Vital Motorsport or the Compkart brand contact Gary Rolfe at gary@kkckartshop.co.uk or on +44 7725 367043. 

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Ginetta G40 Test Up For Grabs   (16/06)

The Super One Series is delighted to announce that the winner of the second final of TKM Extreme at the Buckmore Park round on 25/26 June will be offered a test in a Ginetta G40 sports car.  TKM Extreme has enjoyed a massive resurgence in the series this year with over 50 registrations so winning the prize certainly will not be an easy task.  Winners of finals this year were Matthew Taylor, Phil Smith, Matt England and Harry Moore - four winners out of six finals.  Who will win at Buckmore Park in Kent, will there be a new face on top of the podium?
 
The Super One Series would like to thank Ginetta Cars and John Surtees CBE, the circuit owner, for arranging this superb prize. 
 
Dates offered for the test are either 20th July at Brands Hatch or 19th August at Donington although others could be made available.  For further information about the Super One Series visit http://superoneseries.com/

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Congratulations Damian Baruss-Haggett   (14/06)

Lydd Kart Circuit would like to congratulate Damian Baruss-Haggett on winning the latest round of the MSA Bambino Championship.
 
We are very proud of Damian at Lydd as he also helps put our very successful circuit back on the karting map and the CLARKEKARTS Race Team too - well done.

To find out more about Lydd visit our website at www.lyddkartcircuit.com.
 

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2016 Welsh Championships   (09/06)

Llandow Kart Club will be hosting the 2016 Welsh Championships at South Wales Karting Centre on June 18th & 19th. This event for the prestigious nationally recognised "C" plate is open to ALL ABkC classes and can be raced for the next 12 months in the UK.

The two day event is run under permit with practice, timed qualifying and heat on Saturday and qualifying, heat, pre-final and heat on Sunday for all classes - all this for only £90 for the whole weekend. Trophies and prizes for all classes.
 
For more details see our Facebook page or email colinlip@aol.com or call 07817 449617.
 
A great weekend's racing at a great track with great people!

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Additional Practice Day   (08/06)

In advance of the Super One round over the Weekend of the 25th/26th June Buckmore Park has added an extra practice day for Super One drivers on Wednesday the 15th June between 10 AM and 4 PM.

All relevant Super One classes welcome. This date is an additional date to Friday the 17 th June.

Super One Drivers who are also competing in the BPKC club meeting on the 19th June can also practice on Saturday the 18th June. Overnight parking is available from Wednesday the 15th onwards.

For more details contact Sheila Rose on 01634 661604, or for more information on Buckmore Park visit www.buckmore.co.uk.

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The Awning Company Super One Series   (07/06)

For the fifth round of the series the championship moved to the 1050m south Wales circuit of Llandow on 4/5th June.  The track layout lent itself of some of the most exciting racing seen so far this year, especially with the late dives into the last hairpin and the run to the finish line.  For this round the IAME Cadet, TKM and X30 classes were joined as guests by the MSA British Bambino Championship, Rotax and Honda Cadet taking a rest.  The weather was sweltering and the racing hot.
 
MSA British Cadet Championship for IAME
Bray Kenneally took two stunning maiden Super One victories lifting him to third in the championship standings behind Harry Thompson and Joseph Taylor. The AIM Motorsport driver had to settle for fourth in the timed qualifying joint results behind Thompson, Van Knapton and Arvid Lindblad. The latter went on to be probably the youngest driver to win a heat in Super One, Thompson taking the other two and initially leading the first final.  Kenneally soon took over at the front, throwing off further lead challenges from Thompson, Joseph Taylor and Georgi Dimitrov to win by a nose width. Championship leader Thompson was forced to settle for fourth behind Dimitrov and Taylor aided by a late race clash between him and Linblad.  However final two was the highlight of the weekend as Kenneally had to contend with no less than half a dozen Fusion karts plus several others as a lead pack of ten broke away. But every time either Thompson or Joseph Taylor forged ahead Kenneally fought straight back, fearful that he would be elbowed to the rear of the lead group. With a lap and a half to go, just as Kenneally was looking at his most vulnerable Thompson and Taylor began to battle over second, delaying each other and allowing Kenneally to make his escape to a popular win. Thompsons' move for second on the last lap on Taylor allowed Dimitrov to follow through with Jonny Wilkinson climbing up to fifth. 

Final 1 (16 laps) 1 Bray Kenneally (AIM/ZIP); 2 Georgi Dimitrov (Fusion/Synergy); 3 Joseph Taylor (Fusion/Synergy); 4 Harry Thompson (Fusion/Synergy); 5 Zak O'Sullivan (Fusion/Synergy); 6 Kai Askey (Fusion/Synergy).
Final 2 (16 laps) 1 Kenneally; 2 Thompson; 3 Dimitrov; 4 Taylor; 5 Jonny Wilkinson (KMS/ZIP); 6 O'Sullivan.
 
ABkC Junior TKM National Championship
Bradley White just pipped Abbi Pulling by a tenth for honours of pole for the heats, with an on form Joe Fowler next.  White went onto win both heats. In the first final Fowler first took Pulling then snatched the lead from White, the latter falling to third but fighting back to the front which had been briefly held by Pulling.  So White was at the front when it mattered from Pulling, Fowler and Ian Sisson.  The second final was punctuated for dealing with a crash of Sisson, then at the restart Pulling was quickly to the front and holding all the way to her maiden Super One victory.

Behind, and challenging all the way, White and Fowler traded second with Kristian Brierley always there in fourth.

Final 1 (17 laps) 1 Bradley White (Tal-Ko Racing/Tal-Ko); 2 Abbi Pulling (Tal-Ko/Tal-Ko); 3 Joe Fowler (Jade Karts/Jade); 4 Ian Sisson (Privateer/Jade); 5 Kristian Brierley (Litchfield Motorsport/Tonykart); 6 Lee Whittingham (Privateer/Tonykart).
Final 2 (17 laps) 1 Pulling; 2 White; 3 Fowler; 4 Brierley; 5 Jordan Lee-Chapman (Klaassen Motorsport/Tonykart); 6 Lucas Sullivan (Privateer/Tonykart).
 
ABkC TKM Extreme National Championship
Harry Moore prevailed over Simon Vercoe and Sam Fowler at the top of a massive 42 kart entry, Moore winning two heats to Sebastian Hutchison's one.  Moore enjoyed a lights to flag victory in the first final followed almost all the way by Vercoe until Matt England leapfrogged two karts on the last lap to take second.  However his day was done when he crashed out on the formation lap of the second final, leaving Moore more or less in charge after retrieving the lead briefly held by Vercoe.  Fowler had fallen to the back of the first final and could only make it up to 14th in the second with a total of nine karts penalised for displaced front fairings across the two finals.

Final 1 (17 laps) 1 Harry Moore (Jade Karts/Jade); 2 Matt England (Tal-Ko/Tal-Ko); 3 Simon Vercoe (Tal-Ko Racing/Tal-Ko); 4 Owain Rosser (Jade Karts/Jade); 5 Ryan Edwards (Privateer/Tonykart); 6 Phil Smith (Precision Racing/Tonykart).
Final 2 (17 laps) 1 Moore; 2 Vercoe; 3 Rosser; 4 Hutchinson; 5 Smith; 6 Lewis Wadley (Precision Racing/Tonykart).
 
Junior X30 International Qualifier
Angus Fender dominated Saturday's timed qualifying and heats but points leader Gordon Mutch battled back to win Sunday's first final from grid five. Mutch also crossed the line first in final two but was excluded for not having done up his helmet strap and so the win went to Oliver Clarke, who passed Fender at the final corner with Shane White in third.  Fender leads the standings with Mutch falling to fourth.

Final 1 (17 laps) 1 Gordon Mutch (Clan Racing/Mad Croc); 2 Oliver Greetham (S8 Racing/Alonso); 3 Oliver Clarke (M Sport/Tonykart); 4 Angus Fender (Jade Karts/Gold); 5 Shane White (Litchfield Motorsport/Tonykart); 6 Harry McQuillan (Protrain/Tonykart).
Final 2 (17 laps) 1 Clarke; 2 Fender; 3 White; 4 McQuillan; 5 Ethan Pitt (Jade Karts/Gold); 6 Ewan Long (Privateer/Compkart).
 
Senior X30 International Qualifier
Local ace Josh Collings had a perfect weekend winning every race with points leader Matt Davies second every time, never close enough to challenge.  Scott Mackrell was third in the first final, Jack Partridge in the second one, recovering from eighth after a 10s displaced front fairing penalty. 
 
Final 1 (18 laps) 1 Josh Collings (Dan Holland Racing/Alonso); 2 Matt Davies (Privateer/Tonykart); 3 Scott Mackrell (Coles Racing/Tonykart); 4 Matthew Hirst (KR Sport/Kosmic); 5 Brett Ward (MLC/Mach 1); 6 Euan Wilson (S8 Racing/Alonso).
Final 2 (18 laps) 1 Collings; 2 Davies; 3 Jack Partridge (Melliosport/Gold); 4 Ward; 5 Mackrell; 6 Hirst.

Photographs courtesy of Chris Walker/Kartpix.net.

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IKR Summer Champs   (06/06)

IKR Owner Driver Summer Championship - Round 3 - Sunday 12th June.
 
Meetings for this championship are every 2nd Sunday of the month with race practice the Saturday before. The Championship has 6 rounds with each competitor's best 5 results counting towards their final position.
 
Honda Cadet and Honda Cadet Clubman must run with the new exhaust.
 
All Rotax classes and Junior Subaru use the Maxxis HG1 tyre (1 set for all 6 rounds). You can pre-order tyres, pay via card over the phone, for collection race weekend.
 
Dropped nosecone rule for Junior Subaru/Junior Rotax/Senior Rotax classes also applies, however with a 4 second penalty if the nosecone drops.
 
Summer Regulations (available on website) are practice, timed qualifying, 2 heats and a 15 lap final for Honda Cadet Clubman, Honda Cadet, IAME Cadet, Junior Subaru, Junior Max, Mini Max, ProKart 175, ProKart 200, Senior Rotax 162, Rotax Max 177.  Bambino grids have practice/qualify, followed by 3 timed runs.
 
Post completed race entry form and payment to the circuit, or entry confirmation and card payment over the phone.  Note entries are taken up to and including race morning (with no late entry fee). Or race entry online at www.lyddkartcircuit.com, via TrakData, the deadline for this being Wednesday 8th June.
 
Clarkekarts Shop is open both Saturday 11th June open testing/race practice and Sunday 12th race day. Café and Clubhouse is open both days for hot food and drink, spectators welcome.
 
Kart storage is £5 per week and garage space hire is £25 per kart/per day, transponder hire is £10 per day.
 
Contact Sue Hart (Club Secretary) on 01797 321747 or 01797 321895, or email lyddcircuit@yahoo.co.uk. You can also visit our website at www.lyddkartcircuit.com, find us on Facebook or download our app at https://lyddkartcircuit.appsme.com.

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Mad-Croc At Super One   (02/06)

Mad-Croc Karting UK driver Jacob Stilp takes victory in the first round of the Super One series British OK Championship at Whilton Mill on the Mad-Croc MC-01 kart.
 
After a 7 month break from racing Jacob takes his second win out of the two races he has done this year after winning the warm up race at Whilton Mill the previous weekend! He had a storming drive in the first final to finish 2nd after dropping back to 12th at start. In main final Jacob put in an amazing move to take the lead and never looked back, taking a convincing victory.

Team mate Max started the weekend perfectly by taking Pole postion in qualifying and setting not only a new lap record but set the out right circuit lap record. After some solid heat drives he finished the first final in a very credible 5th! With a bit of a battle he then finished 2nd Final 10th
 
With the launch of the Jules Bianchi Foundation at the Monaco Grand Prix, Jacob ran Mad-Croc's Jules Bianchi sticker kit. The foundation which has been set up by Jules's father commented "We want to create a foundation to try to help young drivers who have talent but not a lot of opportunity, so they can have a future in motor sport."

"It was always a dream of Jules' to have a chassis product line in his own name" stated Armando Filini who Jules raced for when he was in Karts along with Ben Hanley.
 
After a hugely successful year in X30 in 2015, winning races all over the country and setting fastest laps the Mad-Croc kart is continuing its tradition with the new OK class.
 
For details on the Mad-Croc kart range or joining the team in club meetings, LGM or the OK championship please don't hesitiate to contact Dan Stilp 07753 819511 or Simon Parker 07855 831921 or Email info@madcrockarting.co.uk.

You can also contact our Northern Agent - MBM Motorsport - for test enquires, club meetings and the NKF Championship speak to Mark Baines on 07710 614099.

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Clean Sweep For Mutch   (02/06)

Current Super One Junior X30 championship leader and Clan Racing driver, Gordon Mutch, joined the Junior OK grid at Whilton Mill for the first round of Super Ones British OK Championship.
 
Gordie, who dominated the last round of the Junior X30 Super one series at GYG on his Mad-Croc MC-01 chassis by qualifying on pole and winning both heats and both finals.
 
He had only done one day of testing in the OK class and hasn't been at Whilton Mill for several years since he was in cadets. Under the guidance of Clan Racing's Andrew Fairley, he quickly got to grips with the circuit, new class and tyres and managed to qualify 8th of the 22 juniors.

Gordon had some storming drives over the weekend, but luck wasn't on his side and after a great drive from the back to finish 7th in the first final he had yet more bad luck and had to start the final last and back in 22nd place, but with his true grit and speed he finished a great 6th place in the main final again demonstrating the pace of kart in the OK class as well as junior X30.
 
Anyone interested in joining Clan Racing please contact Team Principle Andrew Fairley on 07759 434926

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The Awning Company British Kart Champs   (01/06)

The first round of the new MSA British Kart Championships for non-gearbox, promoted by Super One, generated lots of interest for the new CIK OK classes.  There are three rounds, the first in Northamptonshire at Whilton Mill, the second at Shenington SuperPrix in July and the last at PF International in September, all to count for the crown.  So mistakes in any of the rounds would be punishing. Twenty-two Juniors and twenty-one seniors contested this first round, some of the drivers finding the very fast karts quite tough to handle on the twisty hilly circuit. 
 
OK Senior
Dean MacDonald looked strong from the outset winning both heats from Oliver Hodgson although he was pipped to fastest time in qualifying by Max Stilp.  Harrison Thomas joined Max Stilp on the second row of the first final grid behind MacDonald and Hodgson.  After throwing off a challenge by Hodgson, who led a couple of early laps, MacDonald cruised to victory, albeit not overly comfortable.  After problems on Saturday Jacob Stilp had to start from row five but was by far quickest on track and one more lap would have probably seen him take victory as he took Hodgson for second on the last lap.  Thomas stayed in touch for third but Max Stilp was some five seconds back.
 
So it was no surprise when Jacob Stilp sporting the Jules Bianchi livery on his Mad Croc stormed away to take Final Two victory by almost two seconds. MacDonald did the opposite going backwards to sixth and losing out to Hodgson, Knott, Thomas and the Privateer Ryan Green who was arguably the surprise package of the weekend.  Controlling tyre life on the Vegas was starting to come into effect so MacDonald and Hodgson are tying for top of the championship standings meantime.

Results
Final 1: 1 Dean MacDonald (Tony Kart); 2 Jacob Stilp (Mad Croc); 3 Oliver Hodgson (Birel ART); 4 Harrison Thomas (Kosmic); 5 Max Stilp (Mad Croc); 6 Luke Knott (Tony Kart). 
Final 2: 1 Jacob Stilp (Mad Croc); 2 Hodgson; 3 Knott; 4 Thomas; 5 Ryan Green (DR); 6 MacDonald.
 
OK Junior
After being excluded from qualifying for a rear bumper infringement Jewiss gave himself a lot of work to do in the heats.  Topping that timed qualifying was Tom Canning from Johnathan Hoggard and Hoggard won both heats whilst Jewiss recovered to fifth and fourth.  From there he unsurprisingly took victory in the first final, passing Hoggard mid race after taking a couple of laps to pass Morgan Porter.  The latter soon retired whilst MacDonald was kept honest by his team mate Hoggard. Holding onto third for the latter half of the race was Callum Bradshaw.
 
Final Two saw a massive fight on the opening laps between Jewiss and Bradshaw with the latter taking the lead on lap five. But as Jewiss re-passed the BKC Racing driver for the lead Bradshaw dropped to fifth. Up ahead Hoggard was once again in close pursuit of Jewiss who eventually came off at the last corner in what he said was his own mistake. This left Hoggard to go on to take victory with Mark Kimber producing a fine drive gaining twelve places to inherit second with Axel Charpentier a close third with Bradshaw recovering only to fourth.  Other hard chargers included Morgan Porter and Gordon Mutch who gained thirteen and sixteen places respectively to finish fifth and sixth.
 
Results
Final 1: 1 Kiern Jewiss (Kosmic); 2 Johnathan Hoggard (Kosmic); 3 Callum Bradshaw (Exprit); 4 Lorcan Hanafin (Tony Kart); 5 Tom Canning (Kosmic); 6 Axel Charpentier (Tony Kart). 
Final 2: 1 Hoggard; 2 Mark Kimber (Tony Kart); 3 Charpentier; 4 Bradshaw; 5 Morgan Porter (Octane); 6 Gordon Mutch (Mad Croc).

Photographs courtesy of Chris Walker/Kartpix.net.

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Race Winning Engine Prep   (31/05)

Grice Racing Engines are continuing to add successes to the already long list, across different classes and with a variety of teams, showing that the policy of treating everyone equally is working exceptionally well.
 
Old-flame Martin Brackenbury has been back in action at Fulbeck in Senior Max at the NKF meeting, setting fastest laps.
 
KR-Sport have taken delivery of 2 Grice-prepared Minimax motors and Dexter Petterson promptly put his kart on pole at S1 Rowrah!
 
We're building engines again for Wigan local Sam Pollitt in both X30 and Rotax, and in addition Junior X30 drivers Ben Wooldridge, Taylor Bellini, Tom Westworth, Alicia Goundry and Louie Short have all been mega fast over the first two LGM rounds. Our Cadets are on fire too with Harry Pears on the podium at the most recent Whilton Mill meeting and Reggie Duhy back in the fold.
 
To keep up with all this Dean Panrucker is now full time in the workshop and handling trackside support after our great success during the Winter and Spring.
 
We have over 30 years experience in virtually every class in karting, and we concentrate entirely on engine preparation, constantly investing in new resources to give you the best. We have a state-of-the-art dyno and rolling road where we investigate every new part when it becomes available, one reason why in X30 we've been at the front since the launch of the class.
 
For more details please contact...
Tom Grice 07707 298774
Dean Panrucker 07581 793552
Workshop 01268 727847

You can also visit our website at www.griceracingengines.com.

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Experience A Ginetta Race Car   (27/05)

Ever wanted to experience a Ginetta race car out on circuit?
 
Want2race offer the UK's biggest novice adult racing driver competition and experience, run in partnership with Ginetta cars. Each year one lucky driver wins a fully funded season in the Ginetta GRDC.
 
Anyone over the age of 18 can enter, with Stage1 a go-karting session at one of 9 premier outdoor karting venues. Qualifying drivers then head to Blyton Park for Stage2 where you drive real Ginetta racing cars out on track with top instructors. 100 of the UK's best drivers will make Stage3, the want2race Finals, where there is more track time on offer as well as various other activities on the day. A free Grand Final is run on Day 3, with a Head2Head shootout on circuit to determine the 2016 top 3 drivers.
 
want2race are now in their fourth year of offering an affordable and enjoyable on track experience in their fleet of racing cars. You can track the progress of their current winner and past Club100 champion, Phil Ingram, on the website.
 
MSA kart licence holders are welcome, as are any track day or corporate karting enthusiasts. MSA car licence holders will not be eligible to enter as want2race are looking for novice car drivers only.
 
Watch the 2016 want2race video here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ud2F9i0uQeM.
 
For more information and to enter, visit www.want2race.co.uk.

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Ulster Karting Club   (27/05)

Ulster Karting Club are piloting a pooled engine Minimax Championship.
 
With junior numbers in decline to the point where Minimax was averaging 0.8 competitors over the season, the Ulster Karting Club decided to try and implement some changes to try and boost numbers for the 2016 season. After receiving feedback from competitors it became apparent that some were being put off with the perception that you would have to spend large amounts of money on engines in order to be competitive.
 
After conversations with JAG Engineering regarding potential solutions a pooled system was implemented that involved the Minimax class running pooled engines exclusively. The Club along with JAG and the local Rotax sealing agent provide 13 engines and carbs on the morning of the race. Each competitor uses this engine and carb for the event for a fixed fee, currently £50 and then returns it at the end. It is then prepped and checked for the next race and so the process repeats with the idea that no competitor will receive the same engine twice.
 
The result has been a significant increase in numbers with the Minimax class now being one of the largest at the local club event. The reliability of the Rotax engine coupled with the warranty has meant that the club can confidently provide the engines without the need for having a significant number of spares. Feedback from the competitors has been very positive and the intention of removing the need, perceived or not of spending large amounts of money on engines has been achieved.
 
It is the intention of the club to monitor the success of the class this year and make informed decisions for next year's championship. Although it is very early in the championship so far the boost to numbers is already very clear and a special thanks has to be given to JAG Engineering for their generous support of this initiative.
 
A review of the conclusions of the pilot will be published later on in the year.

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X30 Euro Series   (26/05)

Wooldridge takes the Pre-Final win and 3rd in main Junior Final, Ellis takes 3rd in both Senior Finals in first round at Castelletto.
 
Vital Motorsport took to the podium in both Junior and Senior X30 at the first round of the all new X30 Euro Series by RGMMC, a great start to the series which will culminate at Zuera in Spain in July.
 
Wooldridge in his first European race impressed with good pace and with fastest laps and a heat win on Saturday looked good to fight for a front spot on Sunday - proving his worth at the front of this ever swelling category and on the back of a P2 in the latest X30 UK tour took the win in the Pre-Final by a good margin. The final was to be harder and Ben was engulfed in the opening laps leaving him with too much to do, closing back on the leaders with countless fastest laps at the end taking 3rd. A very good job by Ben who's now 1 point off the lead in 2nd place overall.
 
Hugo Ellis contested the Senior class, and Ellis like Wooldridge has built up momentum of late taking a 5th and two 3rds in the heats putting him on P3 for the Pre-Final, coming home 3rd. The final would see an almighty 4 way scrap in the first 4/5 Laps including Ellis. When the dust settled this left Hugo a large gap to 2nd placed driver Ward, settling down again Hugo broke the gap down and slugged the last lap out with Ward having to give best to the British compatriot at the flag leaving no gaps for Hugo to drive past. A great job from both Hugo and Ben flying the flag for Vital Motorsport.
 
Next for the Vital Motorsport Team is PFI in a week and a half then to GYG for the X30 UK Tour.
 
Thanks go to Grice Racing Engines, the RGMMC team for great organisation and all involved for the great team work at Vital Motorsport.
 
For info on how to join Vital Motorsport and on the Compkart chassis please contact Gary Rolfe - Team Principle on +44 1327 844320 / +44 7725 367043 or on gary@kkckartshop.co.uk.

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Entries Close In 24hrs!   (26/05)

Entries for the 2016 IAME European Open will close tomorrow (27th May) at 12noon!
 
So if you haven't done so already, ENTER NOW before it's too late!
 
The IAME European Open will be staged at PF International kart circuit (UK) from 15th-19th June 2016 and is open to all International drivers for the IAME Cadet, X30 Junior, X30 Senior & X30 Masters categories.
 
With a huge cash prize fund and entries to the X30 International Finals in Le Mans on offer, generous track time throughout the event plus the opportunity to race against the best drivers at the UK's finest karting facility, the IAME European Open has a lot to offer!

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Lulham Takes It For Exprit   (24/05)

Congratulations to Fusion Motorsport's Chris Lulham who took a great victory at the first round of the X30 Euro Series at Castelleto, Italy in Juniors, heading up 4 Exprits in the top 8!

Saul Robinson scored a solid 4th in Senior for Fusion / Exprit, making the Exprit chassis the most successful kart of the event.
 
The new Exprit Noesis MY15 is in stock and available.

Contact UK Distributor Fusion Motorsport on +44 (0)7733 011221 or email dan@fusionmotorsport.co.uk.

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IAME European Open At PFI   (24/05)

Generous Track Time & Value For Money Offered at the IAME European Open!
 
As Trent Valley Kart Club release a draft copy of the Timetable, it's clear to see that the IAME European Open has many benefits!
 
As the countdown continues towards the inaugural IAME European Open, preparations are well under way for this landmark event.
 
The latest update is the release of a draft timetable for the event is available here.
 
With 20 minute practice sessions on Wednesday & Thursday,  generous Heats on Friday & Saturday and extended Finals on the Sunday, no one can say you're not getting enough track time!  And with the upfront payment of £900/£600 (dependant on X30 or Cadet) including 5 days of track action plus 4/2 sets of tyres (again, dependant on X30 or Cadet), we believe that this offers exceptional value for money at such a high-calibre event.
 
Throw in a massive cash prize fund which will see the top 3 in the X30 categories going home with €3000 (1st), €2000 (2nd), €1000 (3rd) and €1000 (1st), €500 (2nd), €250 (3rd) in IAME Cadet PLUS free entries to the X30 International Finals in  Le Mans and the 2016 MSA Kartmasters British Kart Grand Prix - what's not to love about the IAME European Open?!  This event will also be used as a qualifying round for the International Finals meaning that if the top 3 in the X30 categories have already qualified for Le Mans, then their prize will be offered to 4th place and so on.
 
Entries close for this event on Friday 27th May at 12 noon - enter here now!
 
So don't miss out on this milestone event, enter the 2016 IAME European Open today!

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Ambition To Distribute Compkart   (20/05)

KKC are proud to announce, that with immediate effect, that Paul Janes of Ambition Motorsport will become the Southern Distributor of the Compkart chassis brand and products range.
 
The Compkart chassis, manufactured via BirelArt of Italy, has been of a dominant force since its release, winning several major races & titles. Moreover it successfully dominated the Junior X30 World Championship in 2015 Winning this prestigious title. Since being present here in the UK, fastest laps & race wins have been evident for the fluro chassis.
 
All enquires relating to the Compkart Chassis, Spares & Brand or to arrange your test on the newest, latest eye catching chassis can be directed to Importer Gary Rolfe Sales Director & Vital Motorsport Race Team Principal on 01327 844320 or Gary@KKCKartshop.co.uk or for any Southern Enquiries please direct to Paul Janes at Ambition Motorsport on 07951 831236 or PaulLJanes@Hotmail.co.uk.

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Compkart Norther Distributor   (19/05)

KKC are proud to announce, that with immediate effect, that John Stewart of ST Racing will become the Northern Distributor of the Compkart chassis brand and products range.
 
The Compkart chassis, manufactured via BirelArt of Italy, has been of a dominant force since its release, winning several major races & titles. Moreover it successfully dominated the Junior X30 World Championship in 2015 Winning this prestigious title. Since being present here in the UK, fastest laps & race wins have been evident for the fluro chassis.
 
All enquires relating to the Compkart Chassis, Spares & Brand or to arrange your test on the newest, latest eye catching chassis can be directed to Importer Gary Rolfe Sales Director & Team Principal on 01327 844320 or Gary@KKCKartshop.co.uk or for any Northern Enquiries please direct to John Stewart at ST Racing on 07500 958789 or STRacing@Hotmail.co.uk.

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Rotax Max Grand Finals Entry   (18/05)

The Super One Series and JAG Engineering are delighted to announce that the highest placed driver in the ABkC MiniMax National Championship will be offered a place in the national MiniMax class during the Rotax Max Grand Finals subject to meeting the following conditions. 
 
- The driver must not have reached 13th birthday by 31 December 2016
- Written permission from his or her school to attend the sporting event
- Permission from the MSA to compete in this overseas national event
 
If the highest place driver cannot meet these obligations the entry will be offered to the next highest place and so on.
 
The karts will be the 950mm wheelbase type with a class weight of 125kg and the driver will be given one set of slick Mojo C2 and one set of Mojo CW rain tyres for practice, and one more set of each for the races.  They will have on a loan basis the kart and engine, trolley, tool kit, fuel and space in the awning. The Super One Series thanks JAG Engineering for arranging this extra prize.
 
The Grand Finals are to be held from 16th to 22nd October in Sarno, Italy.
 
For further information on the Super One Series please visit http://superoneseries.com/.

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MSA E Plate At Shenington   (18/05)

The Association of British Kart Clubs and Shenington Kart Racing Club are delighted to announce that the MSA has given approval to award the MSA E Plate to the new for 2016 CIK OK Senior and OK Junior classes.  The 2016 E Plate meeting will be held during the Shenington SuperPrix on 16/17 July with optional practice on Friday 15th July.  The OK classes are round two of the MSA British Kart Championships promoted by the Super One Series and guest drivers are welcome.  The E Plate will be the first special number plate issued for these very fast new classes, and eligible to be used at any MSA club in the same class.

Entry and Vega tyre order forms and championship regulations for the OK classes are on: http://superoneseries.com/downloads/. The Vortex DDS/DDJ engines must be supplied through Strawberry Racing, visit www.strawberryracing.co.uk, call 0114 288 9933, or email  info@strawberryracing.co.uk for details.
 
All other ABkC classes are eligible for the E Plate meeting at Shenington except the Rotax Max 177 which has its own championship meeting at Forest Edge on 3rd July (www.fekc.co.uk). The E Plates are for the MSA English Champion and can be used at all MSA clubs.  The Shenington SuperPrix Draft regulations and entry forms are available on www.sheningtonkrc.co.uk/accomodation.

The club's highlight event of the year includes Historic Kart demonstrations each day, two marquees - one dedicated to the Historic Kart display, a pig roast and salad on Saturday evening (all drivers receive a free meal ticket), bar on Friday and Saturday evening, amusements for children with a Bucking Bronco, disco and music on Saturday evening and the special perpetual SuperPrix trophies on offer along with fastest lap trophies. The TKM Clubman competitors compete for the SP plate instead of the E.  The ABkC classes and the Historic Karts will be televised for Motors TV, airing on 8th August at 6.55 p.m.

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X30 Tour Podium For Vital Motorsport   (18/05)

This weekend past the Vital Motorsport team showed great strength and proved they're place at the front in X30 with a P2 in Junior overall and strong Senior showings.

Matthew Armstrong had a consistent set of heats giving him a starting slot just outside the top 12 for the A Final and his team mates Stewart, Wood and Ellis all had 1 bad heat giving them a harder task in the main final than they should have.

Armstrong and Ellis were in close proximity for a good portion of the race in and around P12 and then were breaking away from the main pack to get to the front, when Armstrong was then engulfed at the bus stop by 6 drivers after a small error exiting the willows and this made the rest of the race particularly hard for him having to fight hard for every inch eventually rounding out 17th, Ellis got to 9th with good pace, enough for top 4 and Stewart had a torrid race from way back after a DNF in heat 3, similar for Wood.

Wooldridge had great pace all weekend and was always going to be fighting for the win and fight he did, missing out by 100ths of a second at the flag, a good result never the less and a good way to go into his first European event next weekend in Castelletto.

Euan Longs pace had been much improved but a bad heat with damage put paid to his A Final hopes.

Credit goes to Grice Racing Engines and Chris Walker.

For details on Vital and how to join or info on the Compkart Chassis range contact Gary Rolfe, Team Principle on gary@kkckartshop.co.uk or 07725 367043.

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The Awning Company Super One Series   (18/05)

Blistering hot weather kept yet another Super One round all dry at the undulating north Wales circuit and the first chance to see the very quick KZ1 gearbox karts competing for their own MSA British crown. 
 
MSA British Cadet Championship (IAME)
Although Harry Thompson was quickest in the first timed qualifying session he was pushed back to fourth overall by Kai Askey, Jonny Wilkinson and Joshua Rattican in the second session.  Then Taylor Barnard won the first heat with Joseph Taylor and Bray Kenneally taking the others.  For the first final Taylor led all but the last quarter lap of the first final, tracked all the way by Harry Thompson once he had quickly taken Jonny Wilkinson.  Taylor defended strongly on the last lap but Thompson swooped round the outside to win, Wilkinson third.  Fourth on the road Joseph Rattican was excluded for a technical non-compliance, elevating Alex Simmonds and Maxwell Dodds.  Thompson traded the lead in the second final with Wilkinson, Simmonds and Taylor in a frantic opening five laps then established himself in the lead over Bray Kenneally.  Dodds had been fourth but went back to last after an incident.  Kenneally pulled of an incredible last lap pass to put his nose ahead going into the last sequence of corners but Thompson squeezed to the inside of the last corner for the win. Taylor Barnard finished in seventh with a grassy trip over the finish line, losing out to Simmonds.

Results:
Final 1 (16 laps) 1 Harry Thompson (Fusion/Synergy); 2 Joseph Taylor (Fusion/Synergy); 3 Jonny Wilkinson (KMS/ZIP); 4 Alex Simmonds (AIM/ZIP); 5 Max Dodds (Fusion/Synergy); 6 Georgi Dimitrov (Fusion/Synergy).
Final 2 (16 laps) 1 Thompson 13m 14.47s; 2 Kenneally +0.29s; 3 Taylor; 4 Dimitrov; 5 Wilkinson; 6 Simmonds.
 
MSA British Short Circuit Gearbox Championship (KZ1)
Local driver John Pike had the legs on everyone in the TQ session but it was Dan Kelly who took first heat honours in a close finish.  Pike redressed the balance in the Sunday heat though.  Scott Allen made a great start to take the first final lead for the win whilst polesitter John Pike took eight laps to find a way past Dan Kelly for second.  Allen was best again off the line at the start of the second final but this time Pike took only three laps to move into the lead and eke out over a second's cushion on Allen who was contending with a loose Nassau panel.  Kelly and Josh Smith traded third on the opening laps, but Kelly prevailed.

Results:
Final 1 (19 laps) 1 Scott Allen (Jade Karts/Gold/IAME); 2 John Pike (Privateer/NJR Octane/Maxter); 3 Dan Kelly (AFR/Birel ART/TM); 4 Josh Smith (Privateer/BirelART/TM); 5 Hannah Lang (MK Racing/Tonykart/Vortex).
Final 2 (19 laps) 1 Pike; 2 Allen; 3 Kelly; 4 Smith; 5 Lang.

ABkC National Championship for TKM Extreme
A massive fifty competitors contested the rejuvenated senior TKM class with Phil Smith looking unbeatable in the first TQ.  But he was pushed back to sixth by the faster second session karts of Rob Wallace, Kyle Sproat, Ryan Edwards and Gemma Golba.  Smith took two heats with Paul Monks winning the first.  Smith enjoyed a lights to flag victory in the first final, nearly three seconds to the good at the chequer whilst behind Kye Springfield, Matthew Allnutt and Rob Wallace traded second until Matt England leapfrogged into that place.  Wallace lost third with a 10s penalty for a displaced front fairing.  Smith had what looked like a another runaway victory in the second final only to be found 0.3kg underweight at the end and thus handing the win to England, second on the road throughout.  The battle behind resolved in favour of Sproat followed by Allnutt. 

Results:
Final 1 (18 laps) 1 Phil Smith (Precision Racing/Tonykart); 2 Matt England (Tal-Ko/Tal-Ko); 3 Kye Springfield (Privateer/Tonykart); 4 Kyle Sproat (Litchfield Motorsport/Tonykart); 5 Matthew Allnutt (TWM/Tonykart); 6 Matthew Taylor (Flex/Tonykart).
Final 2 (18 laps) 1 England; 2 Sproat; 3 Allnutt; 4 Monks; 5 Gemma Golba (Privateer/DSG Marco); 6 Wallace.
 
ABkC National Championship for Junior TKM
Joe Fowler took the timed qualifying honours but Adam Sparrow and Bradley White won the heats.  Any one of half a dozen drivers could have won the first final, such was the frenetic action.  Sparrow and White shared the lead but White held it for the last two laps that mattered.  Lee Whittingham relieved Abbi Pulling of third, yet she fell to tenth owing to a displaced front fairing penalty.  She made a great recovery in the second final to take runner up behind debut winner Sparrow after White spun on the last lap trying to retrieve the lead.  He also had the ignominy of having a 10s penalty added for the front fairing displaced.  Fowler also had a brief period in the lead but had to settle for third.

Results:
Final 1 (18 laps) 1 Bradley White (Privateer/Tal-Ko); 2 Adam Sparrow (Tal-Ko/Tal-Ko); 3 Lee Whittingham (Privateer/Tonykart); 4 Ian Sisson (Privateer/Jade); 5 Joe Fowler (Jade Karts/Jade); 6 Ross Deal (SJM/Tonykart).
Final 2 (18 laps) 1 Sparrow; 2 Pulling; 3 Fowler; 4 Whittingham; 5 Sisson; 6 Kurt Roberts (Privateer/Jade).
 
ABkC National Championship for Honda Cadet
Despite it being first our Alex Eades was quickest in the time trials over Harry Thompson and Reggie Duhy with both Duhy and Thompson winning a heat.  Ben Kasperczak won the first heat.  Duhy led the first half of the first final until displaced by Thompson for a couple of laps then Kasperczak went to the front.  He hung on despite picking up a six kart train by 0.06s over Archie Brown, Thompson third and Duhy down to fifth.  The second final was even more hotly contested with Kasperczak, Thompson, Wesley Mason, Brown, Duhy all having a turn at the front and eventually Alex Eades taking the win.  Mason, Thompson and Duhy followed in quick succession. 

Results:
Final 1 (16 laps) 1 Ben Kasperczak (BRK/BRK); 2 Archie Brown (Privateer/BRK); 3 Harry Thompson (CER/Synergy); 4 Archie Swinscoe (BRK/BRK); 5 Reggie Duhy (Privateer/Synergy); 6 Alex Eades (Global/ZIP).
Final 2 (16 laps) 1 Eades; 2 Wesley Mason (Project One/Project One); 3 Thompson; 4 Duhy; 5 Swinscoe; 6 Kasperczak.
 
Junior X30 International Qualifier
Gordon Mutch enjoyed a clean sweep from TQ through both heats and both finals, never seriously challenged.  Harry McQuillan was second on the road after displacing Ethan Pitt in the first final, but fell foul of the front fairing rule, that also elevated Angus Fender to third.  McQuillan made amends in the second final as he hammered his way to second, Mutch a second and a half further down the road.  Pitt and Fender were next.

Results:
Final 1 (18 laps) 1 Gordon Mutch (Clan Racing/Mad Croc); 2 Ethan Pitt (Jade Karts/Gold); 3 Angus Fender (Jade Karts/Gold); 4 Oliver Greetham (S8 Racing/Alonso); 5 Harrison Smith (Privateer/MS); 6 Alicia Goundry (Goundry Girls/Kosmic).
Final 2 (18 laps) 1 Mutch; 2 McQuillan; 3 Pitt; 4 Fender; 5 Greetham; 6 Dragan Pinsent (DKR/Tonykart).
 
Senior X30 International Qualifier
Brett Ward pipped Matt Davies in the timed qualifying but Davies was back on top step from there onwards.  The first final was a static affair, Davies followed by Ward, Jack Partridge and Scott Mackrell.  Sam Marsh was the big mover coming up to fifth after having some engine issues in the heats.  Ward had the jump over Davies in the second final, Davies waiting until there was four laps to go before making his winning move.  Partridge held third throughout but was excluded elevating Marsh and Charlie Turner.

Results:
Final 1 (18 laps) 1 Matt Davies (Privateer/Tonykart); 2 Brett Ward (MLC/Mach 1); 3 Jack Partridge (Melliosport/Gold); 4 Scott Mackrell (Coles/Tonykart); 5 Sam Marsh (DHR/Alonso); 6 Charlie Turner (Protrain/Tonykart).
Final 2 (18 laps) 1 Davies 12m 49.30s; 2 Ward +0.41s; 3 Marsh; 4 Turner; 5 Mackrell; 6 Josh Collings (DHR/Alonso).

Photographs courtesy of Chris Walker/Kartpix.net.

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Entries Are Closing Soon!   (17/05)

With only a matter of days left before entries close, it's still not too late to get your entry in for the 2016 IAME European Open!

This inaugural event will be held at the UK's finest Karting facility, PF International, from 15-19 June 2016 and is open to IAME Cadet, X30 Junior, X30 Senior & X30 Masters.  And with the event being listed on the NCAFP calendar, the race meeting is open to International drivers too.

There is a huge cash prize fund up for grabs along with FREE entries to both the IAME International Finals in Le Mans in October and the MSA Kartmasters British Kart Grand Prix at PFi in August!

IAME Cadet:
1st €1000 Cash Prize  +  FREE Entry to MSA Kartmasters British Kart Grand Prix
2nd €500 Cash Prize  +  FREE Entry to MSA Kartmasters British Kart Grand Prix
3rd €250 Cash Prize  +  FREE Entry to MSA Kartmasters British Kart Grand Prix

X30 Junior, X30 Senior & X30 Masters
1st €3000 Cash Prize + FREE Entry to IAME International Finals with tyre package for official phase + FREE Entry to MSA Kartmasters British Kart Grand Prix
2nd €2000 Cash Prize + FREE Entry to IAME International Finals with tyre package for official phase + FREE Entry to MSA Kartmasters British Kart Grand Prix
3rd €1000 Cash Prize + FREE Entry to IAME International Finals with tyre package for official phase + FREE Entry to MSA Kartmasters British Kart Grand Prix

The IAME European Open will consist of:
Tuesday 14 June - Paddock Installation
Wednesday 15 June - Non-Qualifying Unofficial Practice
Thursday 16 June - Non-Qualifying Unofficial Practice
Friday 17 June - Qualifying Practice / Heats
Saturday 18 June - Qualifying Practice / Heats
Sunday 19 June - Pre Finals / Finals

The combined points achieved during Friday & Saturday will dictate the grid position for the Pre Final on Sunday.

There will also be Official Test Days at PFi on Friday 10th and Saturday 11th June.  Please note however that these test days are non-exclusive and will also be open to all TVKC members.

So if you want to come and race at the World renowned PF International kart circuit and race against the best X30 and IAME cadet drivers in the UK and further afield, then you need to enter the 2016 IAME European Open!!!

Entries are open online until 12:00noon on 27 May 2016 at tvkc.co.uk/iameeuropeanopen The entry fee for the 5 day meeting is £900 for X30 Junior, Senior & Masters, which includes 2 sets of mandatory slick and 2 sets of mandatory wets tyres and £600 for IAME Cadet, which includes 1 set of mandatory slick and 1 set of mandatory wet tyres. The full amount is due at the time of submitting your entry.

For more information about the event, please visit the dedicated website www.tvkc.co.uk/iameeuropeanopen or the event's Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/iameeuropeanopen/?fref=ts or email Clare Mills clare@tvkc.co.uk or Danielle Short compsec@tvkc.co.uk.

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New Compkart Ireland Distributor   (17/05)

KKC are proud to announce, that with immediate effect, that Jim & Gary Edwards of Mavco Motorsport will become the Irish Distributor of the Compkart chassis brand and products range.
 
The Compkart chassis, manufactured via BirelArt of Italy, has been of a dominant force since its release, winning several major races & titles. Moreover it successfully dominated the Junior X30 World Championship in 2015 Winning this prestigious title. Since being present here in the UK, fastest laps & race wins have been evident for the fluro chassis.
 
All enquires relating to the Compkart Chassis, Spares & Brand or to arrange your test on the newest, latest eye catching chassis can be directed to Importer Gary Rolfe Sales Director & Vital Motorsport Race Team Principal on 01327 844320 or Gary@KKCKartshop.co.uk

For any Ireland enquiries please direct to Jim Edwards on mobile 353 87 222 3609  e-mail jim@mavco.ie or Gary Edwards on mobile +353 86 2240478. 

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