Friday’s heats unfolded with fierce battles at the Viterbo Karting Track, where drivers in both the OK and OK Junior categories were pushed to the limit. As the dust settles from a packed two days of racing, the stage is now set for a thrilling Super Heat showdown and Saturday’s all-important final.
Allemann Rises, Front-Runners Shuffle in OK Junior Heats
The OK Junior heats at Viterbo delivered unpredictability, with several drivers trading victories across a packed Friday schedule. Dan Allemann (Ward Racing) emerged as the standout after a strong performance on Thursday, collecting four heat wins to top the classification. Just behind, William Calleja (Forza Racing) secured three victories of his own, staying in close contention. Ilie Tristan Crisan (Tony Kart Racing Team) also impressed with consistent top finishes, while Henry Domain (Forza Racing) and Iskender Zulfikari (Forza Racing) rounded out the top five after mixed results despite strong pace. The OK Junior field remains wide open — and with the front-runners so evenly matched, Saturday promises more drama before the final grid is set.
Shifts at the Top as OK Heats Wrap Up in Viterbo
The OK heats kicked off with strong, consistent runs from early front-runners. Scott Marsh (DPK Racing) claimed three heat wins and a second-place finish, topping the intermediate classification. Right behind him, Christian Costoya (Parolin Motorsport) who had led the points for much of the day with multiple victories managed to stay second despite faltering late, while Nicolo Cuman (Forza Racing) was third. Kenzo Craigie (Prema Racing Srl) built momentum across the sessions, ultimately capitalising on a dramatic final heat to secure fourth overall and Thomas Pradier (Tony Kart Racing Team) completed the top five with his pace and consistency.
With qualifying and heats now behind them, the drivers turn their focus to Saturday’s Super Heats and Finals. Everything is on the line at Viterbo as the third round of the Champions of the Future Euro Series builds to its decisive conclusion.
