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The Herald
19-05-2025
- Automotive
- The Herald
Mixed fortunes for karting star Jack Moore in Spain
Young karting sensation Jack Moore finished in 14th place overall in the final of the opening round of the three-round FIA Karting Academy Trophy Series that was held in Valencia in Spain at the Lucas Guerrero International Kart Circuit at the weekend. Moore had qualified in 14th place out of 36 karts that had progressed to the finals. Unfortunately for Moore, the engine that he drew for the qualifying session that determines your grid position for the entire weekend was unfortunately 4km/h slower than the other pool motors, which meant that he would be starting in 14th for all three of the elimination heats. In race one, he managed a seventh-place finish, which he followed up with a 10th place in race two, setting the second quickest lap time in race one and third fastest in race two and then finished 11th in race three earning him a spot in the finals, starting in 15th place on the grid. In the final, Emma-Rose Dowling, the only other South African taking part, unfortunately, was an early casualty after tangling with another competitor, which led to her retirement from the race. Moore had a brilliant start and had progressed up to 12th place, but unfortunately, after four laps, a faulty electrical coil caused the motor to misfire, which led to him losing a few places to finish 14th. The FIA Karting Academy Trophy takes place over three rounds, with the next round being in Germany from July 17-20, followed by the final round in Italy from September 25-28. The Herald
The Herald
15-05-2025
- Automotive
- The Herald
Jack Moore to fly SA flag in Italy
Following his older brother Joshua's success at Aldo Scribante Raceway last weekend, where Joshua claimed his first VW Rookie Cup win, Jack Moore has jetted to Spain to take part in the FIA Academy Trophy event that takes place at the Lucas Guerrero International Kart Circuit in Valencia this weekend. As the current OK-J class champion, Moore is one of only two South Africans who have been selected to take part in this prestigious event and teams up with young lady racer Emma-Rose Dowling in the Rok South Africa team. Since its launch in 2010, the FIA Karting Academy Trophy has established itself as an essential scouting and training ground for young motorsport talent, and each year, drivers from 40 different countries on five continents get the opportunity to compete on equal terms in identical go-karts. Chassis and engines are strictly identical and are allocated by drawing lots, with the engines being exchanged amongst the competitors several times during the event, ensuring fairness throughout. The likes of current Formula One drivers Charles Leclerc, Esteban Ocon and George Russell are all products of the FIA Karting Academy and the event is seen as a major asset in moving up to higher echelons of motorsport, with many talent spotters in attendance. The FIA Karting Academy Trophy takes place over three rounds with the next round being in Germany from July 17-20 followed by the final round in Italy from September 25-28. Upcoming events: May 16: Mercedes-Benz W114/115 display at EP Veteran Car Club in Conyngham Road May 18: Distinguished Gentleman's Ride at Valley Road Motorcycles May 24: Kart racing at Algoa Kart Club, round four; Enduro, Rover Motorcycle Club round 2 at Innibos, Despatch May 25: American Classics Show day at EP Veteran Car Club in Conyngham Road May 31: Dirt Oval Racing at PEOTR on Mission Road; Drag Racing at Aldo Scribante Raceway. The Herald
