VANESA SILKUNAITE MOVES TO VDK RACING TO CONTINUE IN OKJ CATEGORY

13/01/2025/in Kart, News /by Valerio Tinghi

The 13-year-old Lithuanian will continue to race in the OKJ category, but with the support of the VDK Racing team. She will take on the premier international championships, namely the World and European CIK FIA championships, the Champions of the Future and the WSK Euro Series.

Alongside these commitments, she will come back fighting for the podium in the Champions of the Future Academy Program, OKNJ category.

Giovanni Minardi: «This year, Vanesa will have a season full of races, as she will compete in 4 championships. This year, her family gave her the opportunity to have an excellent material in every competition she will race in, therefore I expect her to grow noticeably and to bring home excellent results. I’m looking forward to being back on track with her and to bringing home the results that, due to bad luck, she couldn’t achieve in the 2024 season».

Vanesa Silkunaite: «I’m really excited to start the 2025 season with the VDK Racing Team. It’s exciting for me, because I’ll be staying in the Junior category. I can’t wait for my first race of the 2025 season with VDK and hope it will be a great and exciting year. I’m looking forward to being back on track!».

Eric Verdaasdonk: «I had the pleasant surprise of discovering Vanesa at the International Warriors Final 2024, and that allowed me to confirm all the good things that we thought of her. Thanks to her, the team finally has an excellent driver girl».

Author: Jacopo Rava

📣 ANNOUNCEMENT 📣

NILAS MALIK JOINS MINARDI MANAGEMENT

The 12-year-old Dane showed exceptional talent during the 2024 season. His great speed, combined with great passion and will power, make him the ideal profile for the Minardi Management. The decision to sign Nilas came at the IAME Warrior Finals in Zuera. Despite finishing P24, he proved to have sensational speed, even managing to set faster times than the leaders.

🎤Giovanni Minardi: «We are very excited to have found an agreement with Nilas and his family. After observing him in 2024, where he set extremely fast times on track, we tried to bring him in our agency. That’s because there are very few drivers with enough natural talent to be fast even with little experience. This year, Nilas has a very busy schedule, which we’ll reveal soon. We are sure he can be one of the main protagonists in his category. We’re looking forward to starting to work with him on track and to giving him all our support to push his sporting career to the maximum».

🎤Nilas Malik: “Joining Minardi Management! I’m thrilled to announce that I’m teaming up with Minardi Management! 🚗💨 They’ve worked with some of the best in motorsport, and I’m excited to learn from them and take my racing to the next level. This is an important step in my karting career, and I can’t wait to tackle the challenges ahead! Thanks so much to everyone who’s supported me along the way—I couldn’t do it without you. Stay tuned for more updates! Let’s do this!”

@nilas_racing
@minardi_management

#Nilas #MinardiManagement #KartingTalent #IAMEWarriorFinals #Zuera #YoungDriver #Speed #Passion #WillPower #2024Season #Karting #FutureStar #RacingPotential #TalentDevelopment #Motorsport

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🇮🇹 - LA CONCA - WSK SUPER MASTER SERIES ROUND 1

The official collective tests at La Conca offered an excellent preview of the 2025 WSK Promotion season ahead of the first event of the year, the WSK Super Master Series, which will take place from January 22nd to 26th, 2025, featuring the MINI, OK, OKJ, OKNJ, and KZ2 categories. The 20th season of WSK Promotion will kick off from the splendid location of the La Conca International Circuit, where it all began back in 2006, after 19 years and over 170 WSK karting events with more than 34,000 participants from 2006 to 2024.

The 2025 WSK Super Master Series, with the MINI, OK, OKJ, OKNJ, and KZ2 categories on track, includes an expansion to 5 rounds, on the prestigious karting tracks of the International Circuit La Conca (26/01/25), International Circuit Napoli in Sarno (09/02/25), South Garda Karting in Lonato (23/02/25), Franciacorta Karting Track in Castrezzato (09/03/25) and finally on the renovated International Circuit of Viterbo (16/03/25).

The program of the WSK Super Master Series, Rd1 La Conca:
Wednesday : Free practice.
Thursday : Free practice.
Friday : Free practice.; Qualifying Practice; Qualifying heats.
Saturday : Warm up; Qualifying heats.
Sunday : Warm up; Live on TV and Live Streaming: Prefinals and Finals.

We will be on track with:

ZACK ZHU - CAT. OKNJ - TEAM LA MOTORSPORT

@minardi_management
@zack_speed_racing
@lamotorsport_

#WSKPromotion #LaConca #Karting #WSKSuperMasterSeries #2025Season #MINI #OK #OKJ #KZ2 #KartingEvents #minardimanagement

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🇮🇹 - LA CONCA - WSK SUPER MASTER SERIES ROUND 1

The official collective tests at La Conca offered an excellent preview of the 2025 WSK Promotion season ahead of the first event of the year, the WSK Super Master Series, which will take place from January 22nd to 26th, 2025, featuring the MINI, OK, OKJ, OKNJ, and KZ2 categories. The 20th season of WSK Promotion will kick off from the splendid location of the La Conca International Circuit, where it all began back in 2006, after 19 years and over 170 WSK karting events with more than 34,000 participants from 2006 to 2024.

The 2025 WSK Super Master Series, with the MINI, OK, OKJ, OKNJ, and KZ2 categories on track, includes an expansion to 5 rounds, on the prestigious karting tracks of the International Circuit La Conca (26/01/25), International Circuit Napoli in Sarno (09/02/25), South Garda Karting in Lonato (23/02/25), Franciacorta Karting Track in Castrezzato (09/03/25) and finally on the renovated International Circuit of Viterbo (16/03/25).

The program of the WSK Super Master Series, Rd1 La Conca:
Wednesday : Free practice.
Thursday : Free practice.
Friday : Free practice.; Qualifying Practice; Qualifying heats.
Saturday : Warm up; Qualifying heats.
Sunday : Warm up; Live on TV and Live Streaming: Prefinals and Finals.

We will be on track with:

ZACK ZHU - CAT. OKNJ - TEAM LA MOTORSPORT

@minardi_management
@zack_speed_racing
@lamotorsport_

#WSKPromotion #LaConca #Karting #WSKSuperMasterSeries #2025Season #MINI #OK #OKJ #KZ2 #KartingEvents #minardimanagement

MINARDI MANAGEMENT SUPPORTS YOUNG DRIVERS ON THEIR WAY TO THE PROFESSIONISM - WE HELP YOU TO MAKE THE RIGHT DECISION AT THE RIGHT MOMENT

MORE THAN
20 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

OUR MISSION
- We create the first contact between kart driver and Formula and / or GT team
- We propose and can organise test sessions in whole Europe, in different countries and on all level of tracks custom-made for you
- We give a 360° support during these first test days to young drivers
- We individuate together with their families, sponsors and supporters the next best possible steps and eventual first program to run
- We offer the next step after the karting career on your way in the Motorsport world

FORMULA 4
We can offer support for the following F4 level Championships:
- F4 ITALIAN CHAMPIONSHIP
- F4 SPANISH CHAMPIONSHIP
- F4 ME CHAMPIONSHIP
- F4 CZECH CHAMPIONSHIP
- WINTER SERIES

GRAN TURISMO
We can offer support for the following GT Championships:
- PORSCHE CARRERA CUP
- SUPER TROFEO LAMBORGHINI
- GT NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP
- TCR
- CLIO CUP / MINI CHALLENGE
- MITJET

STANDARD TEST DAYS OF THE TEAMS IN COLLABORATION WITH US INCLUDE:
- Transport of the vehicle to the track
- 1° and 2° mechanics
- Maintenance of the car, fuel and - lubricants
- Wearables of the race car
- Complex data-acquisition with race engineer at high level
- Data sharing with fastest team references
- Track and Driver information ahead of each test
- Data and onboard video analysis
- Insurance costs according to quotation

NOT INCLUDED
- Driver equipment, e.g. race suit, helmet, HANS
- Own travel costs and accomodation

GIOVANNI MINARDI
MINARDI MANAGEMENT
EMAIL : giovanni@minardimanagement.com
MOBILE : + 39 335 689 6137
www.minardimanagement.com
Instagram: @minardi_management
Facebook: Minardi Management

#minardimanagement #formula4 #talentscouting #motorsport #manuelquondamcarlo #mattiabucci #mayaweug #federicosbardellati #formula4italianchampionship #lukasammalisto #thomasbaldassarri #mitjetitalia #minichallengeitalia #nicholaspujatti #carreracupitalia

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MINARDI MANAGEMENT SUPPORTS YOUNG DRIVERS ON THEIR WAY TO THE PROFESSIONISM - WE HELP YOU TO MAKE THE RIGHT DECISION AT THE RIGHT MOMENT

MORE THAN
20 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

OUR MISSION
- We create the first contact between kart driver and Formula and / or GT team
- We propose and can organise test sessions in whole Europe, in different countries and on all level of tracks custom-made for you
- We give a 360° support during these first test days to young drivers
- We individuate together with their families, sponsors and supporters the next best possible steps and eventual first program to run
- We offer the next step after the karting career on your way in the Motorsport world

FORMULA 4
We can offer support for the following F4 level Championships:
- F4 ITALIAN CHAMPIONSHIP
- F4 SPANISH CHAMPIONSHIP
- F4 ME CHAMPIONSHIP
- F4 CZECH CHAMPIONSHIP
- WINTER SERIES

GRAN TURISMO
We can offer support for the following GT Championships:
- PORSCHE CARRERA CUP
- SUPER TROFEO LAMBORGHINI
- GT NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP
- TCR
- CLIO CUP / MINI CHALLENGE
- MITJET

STANDARD TEST DAYS OF THE TEAMS IN COLLABORATION WITH US INCLUDE:
- Transport of the vehicle to the track
- 1° and 2° mechanics
- Maintenance of the car, fuel and - lubricants
- Wearables of the race car
- Complex data-acquisition with race engineer at high level
- Data sharing with fastest team references
- Track and Driver information ahead of each test
- Data and onboard video analysis
- Insurance costs according to quotation

NOT INCLUDED
- Driver equipment, e.g. race suit, helmet, HANS
- Own travel costs and accomodation

GIOVANNI MINARDI
MINARDI MANAGEMENT
EMAIL : giovanni@minardimanagement.com
MOBILE : + 39 335 689 6137
www.minardimanagement.com
Instagram: @minardi_management
Facebook: Minardi Management

#minardimanagement #formula4 #talentscouting #motorsport #manuelquondamcarlo #mattiabucci #mayaweug #federicosbardellati #formula4italianchampionship #lukasammalisto #thomasbaldassarri #mitjetitalia #minichallengeitalia #nicholaspujatti #carreracupitalia

📣 ANNOUNCEMENT 📣

FRANÇOIS DARIO KERDAL LEAVES MINARDI MANAGEMENT

The 13-year-old Italian-French driver is no longer a member of Minardi Management. Since he joined us in 2023, François experienced some ups and downs, but he grew a lot both as a driver and as a person. We wish him the best for the next chapter in his career.

🎤Giovanni Minardi: «It’s with great regret that I announce François won’t be a member of Minardi Management anymore. We worked closely with him and his family for a year and a half, and he grew a lot both on the sporting and on the appearance side, therefore it’s a pity that the collaboration came to an early end. Last season did’t go as planned, but we saw good progress towards the end, so we were looking with optimism towards next season. I’m sure he will have the
chance to shine in the team we chose for him before ending the collaboration. We wish him great luck for his future».

#François #MinardiManagement #Motorsport #RacingCareer #DriverDevelopment #ItalianFrenchDriver #NextChapter #CareerGrowth #RacingCommunity #SportingJourney #Teamwork #FutureStars #GoodLuckFrançois #YouthInMotorsport #RacingDreams

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📣 ANNOUNCEMENT 📣

FRANÇOIS DARIO KERDAL LEAVES MINARDI MANAGEMENT

The 13-year-old Italian-French driver is no longer a member of Minardi Management. Since he joined us in 2023, François experienced some ups and downs, but he grew a lot both as a driver and as a person. We wish him the best for the next chapter in his career.

🎤Giovanni Minardi: «It’s with great regret that I announce François won’t be a member of Minardi Management anymore. We worked closely with him and his family for a year and a half, and he grew a lot both on the sporting and on the appearance side, therefore it’s a pity that the collaboration came to an early end. Last season did’t go as planned, but we saw good progress towards the end, so we were looking with optimism towards next season. I’m sure he will have the
chance to shine in the team we chose for him before ending the collaboration. We wish him great luck for his future».

#François #MinardiManagement #Motorsport #RacingCareer #DriverDevelopment #ItalianFrenchDriver #NextChapter #CareerGrowth #RacingCommunity #SportingJourney #Teamwork #FutureStars #GoodLuckFrançois #YouthInMotorsport #RacingDreams

Program of Minardi Management drivers for this week from the
20.01.2025 until 26.01.2025! MM still has testing and preparation period for the new season 2025, instead Zack Zhu has his first race of the season - WSK Super Master Series at La Conca.

Please support all of them on their single social accounts, on track and watching the live timing!

@minardi_management
@westwood.racing
@julkangelard
@thomasbaldassarri7_official
@matteo.bergonzini
@_mattiabucci_theflash_
@nefeli_kosmopoulos
@ivannikov_vladimir_
@nicholaspujatti_official
@manuelquondamcarlo
@danieleschillaci_7
@m_silkunas
@v_silkunaite
@pietro_peter_bagutti
@zack_speed_racing
@nilas_racing
@grabkogp
@jason_kosmopoulos
@millasjostrand
@lukasammalistoracing
@federicosbardellati_official
@maya_weug

DM @minardi_management
Cell. +39 335 689 6137
www.minardimanagement.com

#minardimanagement #giovanniminardi #eventsoftheweek #teamwork #onebigfamily❤️ #alltogether #wecanlearnonefromtheother #kartinggirl #childrenareourfuture #kartingboy🏎💨 #bigdreams #passion #motorsport #championsacademyprogram #karttest #motorsportagency #racing 🏁#formula1 #formula4 #rgmmc #fiakartingchampionship #europeanchampionship #porschecarreracup #minichallengeitalia #gtsprint

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Program of Minardi Management drivers for this week from the
20.01.2025 until 26.01.2025! MM still has testing and preparation period for the new season 2025, instead Zack Zhu has his first race of the season - WSK Super Master Series at La Conca.

Please support all of them on their single social accounts, on track and watching the live timing!

@minardi_management
@westwood.racing
@julkangelard
@thomasbaldassarri7_official
@matteo.bergonzini
@_mattiabucci_theflash_
@nefeli_kosmopoulos
@ivannikov_vladimir_
@nicholaspujatti_official
@manuelquondamcarlo
@danieleschillaci_7
@m_silkunas
@v_silkunaite
@pietro_peter_bagutti
@zack_speed_racing
@nilas_racing
@grabkogp
@jason_kosmopoulos
@millasjostrand
@lukasammalistoracing
@federicosbardellati_official
@maya_weug

DM @minardi_management
Cell. +39 335 689 6137
www.minardimanagement.com

#minardimanagement #giovanniminardi #eventsoftheweek #teamwork #onebigfamily❤️ #alltogether #wecanlearnonefromtheother #kartinggirl #childrenareourfuture #kartingboy🏎💨 #bigdreams #passion #motorsport #championsacademyprogram #karttest #motorsportagency #racing 🏁#formula1 #formula4 #rgmmc #fiakartingchampionship #europeanchampionship #porschecarreracup #minichallengeitalia #gtsprint

🎉 Celebrating 20,000 Followers! 🎉

Today, we’re thrilled to announce that Minardi Management has reached an incredible milestone of 20,000 followers! This achievement is a testament to our growing community and the amazing support we’ve received from each of you.

At Minardi Management, our mission has always been to empower talent and foster connections in the world of Motorsport. Every follow, like, and comment helps us spread our vision and commitment to excellence, and we couldn’t have done it without YOU!

Thank you for being a part of our journey. Your engagement inspires us to keep pushing boundaries and finding innovative ways to serve you better. We love hearing your feedback and ideas—what do you want to see more of? Share your thoughts in the comments below! 💬

To show our appreciation, stay tuned for some exciting surprises and exclusive content coming your way! Here’s to the next 20,000 followers and beyond! 🚀

With gratitude,
Minardi Management

#20kFollowers #MinardiManagement #Gratitude #Community #TalentEmpowerment

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🎉 Celebrating 20,000 Followers! 🎉

Today, we’re thrilled to announce that Minardi Management has reached an incredible milestone of 20,000 followers! This achievement is a testament to our growing community and the amazing support we’ve received from each of you.

At Minardi Management, our mission has always been to empower talent and foster connections in the world of Motorsport. Every follow, like, and comment helps us spread our vision and commitment to excellence, and we couldn’t have done it without YOU!

Thank you for being a part of our journey. Your engagement inspires us to keep pushing boundaries and finding innovative ways to serve you better. We love hearing your feedback and ideas—what do you want to see more of? Share your thoughts in the comments below! 💬

To show our appreciation, stay tuned for some exciting surprises and exclusive content coming your way! Here’s to the next 20,000 followers and beyond! 🚀

With gratitude,
Minardi Management

#20kFollowers #MinardiManagement #Gratitude #Community #TalentEmpowerment

🎤 🇮🇹 MATTIA BUCCI INTERVIEW SECOND PART 🇮🇹🎤

This year, in the Italian GT, you fulfilled 3 dreams: becoming a racing driver, driving a Ferrari and racing in Imola. What’s the next dream?
🎤«It’s been a beautiful and important year for me. Rather than dreams, I would like to define them as“goals”, those that I have set myself and achieved. The next steps set are to always improve, to win as many races as possible and to try to compete for a championship».

When can you consider yourself satisfied with your career?
🎤«I’ll be satisfied when I retire (laughs, ed). I have to give my best until the last moment of my career, I hope I can be proud of what I have done».

What legacy do you want to leave in motorsport?
🎤«I hope to become somebody, so I can leave a legacy in motorsport (laughs, ed). What I recommend to all the young people who follow me is to smile at the difficulties, my family has always taught me to look at the glass half full. Using difficulty as a lesson to be able to find motivation: a mistake is not negative, but an event useful to grow to become stronger».

@minardi_management
@mattiabucci_official

#interview #motorsport #MattiaBucci #minardimanagement #ferrari #cigranturismo #acisport

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🎤 🇮🇹 MATTIA BUCCI INTERVIEW SECOND PART 🇮🇹🎤

This year, in the Italian GT, you fulfilled 3 dreams: becoming a racing driver, driving a Ferrari and racing in Imola. What’s the next dream?
🎤«It’s been a beautiful and important year for me. Rather than dreams, I would like to define them as“goals”, those that I have set myself and achieved. The next steps set are to always improve, to win as many races as possible and to try to compete for a championship».

When can you consider yourself satisfied with your career?
🎤«I’ll be satisfied when I retire (laughs, ed). I have to give my best until the last moment of my career, I hope I can be proud of what I have done».

What legacy do you want to leave in motorsport?
🎤«I hope to become somebody, so I can leave a legacy in motorsport (laughs, ed). What I recommend to all the young people who follow me is to smile at the difficulties, my family has always taught me to look at the glass half full. Using difficulty as a lesson to be able to find motivation: a mistake is not negative, but an event useful to grow to become stronger».

@minardi_management
@mattiabucci_official

#interview #motorsport #MattiaBucci #minardimanagement #ferrari #cigranturismo #acisport

📣 ANNOUNCEMENT 📣

BENJAMIN WESTWOOD TO RACE IN THE IAME EURO SERIES WITH PANTANO RACING

Our 12-year-old Maltese talent relies on Pantano Racing Team’s experience and competence to take on the IAME Euro Series, X30 Junior category. For Benjamin it will be an exciting season, where he can leave his mark on the international scene also in the Champions of the Future Academy Program, OKJ category.

🎤Giovanni Minardi: «I’m very pleased to have managed to bring Benji in the Pantano Racing Team. I’m convinced that, thanks to Giorgio’s experience, Benji can grow a lot and improve many aspects, which will help him in every race he will take on this year. I’m also extremely excited to see him racing not only in Italy, but, by competing in the IAME Euro Series and the Champions of the Future Academy Program, he will have the chance to learn new circuits».

🎤Benjamin Westwood: «I’m very excited to start the year racing with the Pantano Team. It’s going to be our first time competing in the IAME Euro Series, I’m really looking forward to the challenge!».

🎤Giorgio Pantano: «I’m looking forward to starting to work with Benjamin. It’s a privilege to being able to support him in his growth process, and I’m happy to contribute to the achievement of success in international championships».

@minardi_management
@westwood.racing
@pantanoteam
@pantano_racing_team_malta

#MalteseTalent #PantanoRacing #IAMEuroSeries #X30Junior #BenjaminRacing #ChampionsOfTheFuture #OKJCategory #YouthRacing #Motorsport #RacingLife #FutureChampion #KartingPassion #InternationalRacing #Teamwork #RacingSeason #minardimanagement

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📣 ANNOUNCEMENT 📣

BENJAMIN WESTWOOD TO RACE IN THE IAME EURO SERIES WITH PANTANO RACING

Our 12-year-old Maltese talent relies on Pantano Racing Team’s experience and competence to take on the IAME Euro Series, X30 Junior category. For Benjamin it will be an exciting season, where he can leave his mark on the international scene also in the Champions of the Future Academy Program, OKJ category.

🎤Giovanni Minardi: «I’m very pleased to have managed to bring Benji in the Pantano Racing Team. I’m convinced that, thanks to Giorgio’s experience, Benji can grow a lot and improve many aspects, which will help him in every race he will take on this year. I’m also extremely excited to see him racing not only in Italy, but, by competing in the IAME Euro Series and the Champions of the Future Academy Program, he will have the chance to learn new circuits».

🎤Benjamin Westwood: «I’m very excited to start the year racing with the Pantano Team. It’s going to be our first time competing in the IAME Euro Series, I’m really looking forward to the challenge!».

🎤Giorgio Pantano: «I’m looking forward to starting to work with Benjamin. It’s a privilege to being able to support him in his growth process, and I’m happy to contribute to the achievement of success in international championships».

@minardi_management
@westwood.racing
@pantanoteam
@pantano_racing_team_malta

#MalteseTalent #PantanoRacing #IAMEuroSeries #X30Junior #BenjaminRacing #ChampionsOfTheFuture #OKJCategory #YouthRacing #Motorsport #RacingLife #FutureChampion #KartingPassion #InternationalRacing #Teamwork #RacingSeason #minardimanagement

🎤 🇮🇹 MATTIA BUCCI INTERVIEW FIRST PART 🇮🇹🎤

What attracted you first to the world of motorsport?
🎤«My passion for motorsport was passed down to me by my family. My father and my uncle often went at a racetrack riding a minibike; I asked my father to buy me one for my birthday and I was satisfied».

You started racing very young, but on minibikes. What pushed you towards karting?
🎤«The transition to karting happened after my father saw I started going fast on the minibike. To change my mind, he thought of pulling me over on the grass while we were running: I was scared, but he still thought of letting me try a kart on the circuit, I remember it was a 50cc Easy Training. It was love at first sight».

How did you meet Giovanni Minardi and how did he affect your career?
🎤«I met Giovanni through my dad: he initially contacted him after discovering Minardi Management. At first he didn’t answer, but he contacted us later and we signed the contract after I was
examined by one of his scouts in Siena. For me he’s essential, because he has years of experience in motorsport. He’s an important point of reference for my career and will be for a long time. I hope our collaboration can last as long as possible».

What is one lesson you learned in the paddock that you can apply in your daily life?
🎤«An important lesson that the paddock gave me is to always smile even in the face of difficulties, because getting down doesn’t solve anything. You always have to believe in what you do».

You play the drums in your free time. What kind of music do you play and listen to?
🎤«I play the drums in my free time, it’s my second passion after racing. Playing such an instrument, I really appreciate rock: it’s a kind of music with which I can let off steam, even if I listen to all genres».

Which movie describes you best?
🎤«“Rush”, because it represents my passion for motorsport».

@minardi_management
@mattiabucci_official

#interview #motorsport #MattiaBucci #minardimanagement #ferrari #cigranturismo #acisport

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🎤 🇮🇹 MATTIA BUCCI INTERVIEW FIRST PART 🇮🇹🎤

What attracted you first to the world of motorsport?
🎤«My passion for motorsport was passed down to me by my family. My father and my uncle often went at a racetrack riding a minibike; I asked my father to buy me one for my birthday and I was satisfied».

You started racing very young, but on minibikes. What pushed you towards karting?
🎤«The transition to karting happened after my father saw I started going fast on the minibike. To change my mind, he thought of pulling me over on the grass while we were running: I was scared, but he still thought of letting me try a kart on the circuit, I remember it was a 50cc Easy Training. It was love at first sight».

How did you meet Giovanni Minardi and how did he affect your career?
🎤«I met Giovanni through my dad: he initially contacted him after discovering Minardi Management. At first he didn’t answer, but he contacted us later and we signed the contract after I was
examined by one of his scouts in Siena. For me he’s essential, because he has years of experience in motorsport. He’s an important point of reference for my career and will be for a long time. I hope our collaboration can last as long as possible».

What is one lesson you learned in the paddock that you can apply in your daily life?
🎤«An important lesson that the paddock gave me is to always smile even in the face of difficulties, because getting down doesn’t solve anything. You always have to believe in what you do».

You play the drums in your free time. What kind of music do you play and listen to?
🎤«I play the drums in my free time, it’s my second passion after racing. Playing such an instrument, I really appreciate rock: it’s a kind of music with which I can let off steam, even if I listen to all genres».

Which movie describes you best?
🎤«“Rush”, because it represents my passion for motorsport».

@minardi_management
@mattiabucci_official

#interview #motorsport #MattiaBucci #minardimanagement #ferrari #cigranturismo #acisport

📣 ANNOUNCEMENT 📣

VLADIMIR IVANNIKOV JOINS BIRELART FOR THE 2025 KARTING SEASON

Vladimir Ivannikov will race with Birelart in the 2025 karting season. The 2010-born driver from Moscow will make his debut in the OK category, a new challenge towards the big step to single-seaters. In 2025, he will take on the CIK FIA European and World Championships, the Champions of the Future and the WSK Super Master Series and Final Cup.

🎤 Giovanni Minardi: «It was one of the easiest and quickest negotiations I have ever done in more than twenty years of my career. Everyone wanted to work together, so the deal was concluded in a short time. I’m glad that Vladimir can start with a new program and a new team. We know we must work hard, because he’s a rookie in the category, but he will have the time and the opportunity to grow, without any rush. I’m thankful to Ronni and Birelart for giving us this opportunity».

🎤 Vladimir Ivannikov: «I’m glad to announce I will be stepping up to the OK category under the Birelart colours in the 2025 season. It’s a team with a very rich history, I’m glad to finally be part of this red family.
I’m very excited for this new adventure: higher speeds, an extremely competitive grid and many new things to learn. I’m thankful to Ronni Sala and Jordan Lennox for giving me this opportunity to show myself. I’ll do my best!».

@minardi_management
@ivannikov_vladimir_

#VladimirIvannikov #Birelart #Karting2025 #OKCategory #MoscowDriver #YoungRacer #CIKFIA #EuropeanChampionship #WorldChampionship #ChampionsOfTheFuture #WSKSuperMasterSeries #FinalCup #Motorsport #SingleSeaters #FutureStar #KartingChallenge #minardimanagement

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VLADIMIR IVANNIKOV JOINS BIRELART FOR THE 2025 KARTING SEASON

Vladimir Ivannikov will race with Birelart in the 2025 karting season. The 2010-born driver from Moscow will make his debut in the OK category, a new challenge towards the big step to single-seaters. In 2025, he will take on the CIK FIA European and World Championships, the Champions of the Future and the WSK Super Master Series and Final Cup.

🎤 Giovanni Minardi: «It was one of the easiest and quickest negotiations I have ever done in more than twenty years of my career. Everyone wanted to work together, so the deal was concluded in a short time. I’m glad that Vladimir can start with a new program and a new team. We know we must work hard, because he’s a rookie in the category, but he will have the time and the opportunity to grow, without any rush. I’m thankful to Ronni and Birelart for giving us this opportunity».

🎤 Vladimir Ivannikov: «I’m glad to announce I will be stepping up to the OK category under the Birelart colours in the 2025 season. It’s a team with a very rich history, I’m glad to finally be part of this red family.
I’m very excited for this new adventure: higher speeds, an extremely competitive grid and many new things to learn. I’m thankful to Ronni Sala and Jordan Lennox for giving me this opportunity to show myself. I’ll do my best!».

@minardi_management
@ivannikov_vladimir_

#VladimirIvannikov #Birelart #Karting2025 #OKCategory #MoscowDriver #YoungRacer #CIKFIA #EuropeanChampionship #WorldChampionship #ChampionsOfTheFuture #WSKSuperMasterSeries #FinalCup #Motorsport #SingleSeaters #FutureStar #KartingChallenge #minardimanagement

📣 ANNOUNCEMENT 📣

MARKAS SILKUNAS SIGNS WITH VDK RACING FOR HIS SECOND SEASON IN OK CATEGORY

The 16-year-old Lithuanian signed with VDK Racing to take on his sophomore year in the OK category. After a very positive 2024 season, Markas will try to get back on the podium of the Champions of the Future Academy Program. In addition, he will take advantage of the experience gathered last year to establish himself as a top driver in the CIK FIA European and World championships, the WSK Euro Series and the Champions of the Future.

🎤 Giovanni Minardi: «We have finally concluded the negotiations with VDK Racing for the 2025 season. I’m really excited and convinced that this driver/team combination can truly fight for great results. Like last year, Markas’ schedule features a very intense season, where he’s certainly going to be a protagonist in every championship he will race in. Now it’s his turn to give his 100%».

🎤 Markas Silkunas: «I’m very happy to start 2025 with VDK Racing. I’m looking forward to achieving better results and having a good and successful year in karts. See you on track!».

🎤 Eric Verdaasdonk: «As a Team Manager, I can only be delighted to have been able to recruit a driver of the quality of Markas. He has a natural speed which will allow him to get on the podium. It’s really a big opportunity for me and for the whole VDK team».

@minardi_management
@m_silkunas
@vdkracing

#Markas #VDKRacing #OKCategory #Karting #ChampionsOfTheFuture #CIKFIA #EuropeanChampionship #WorldChampionship #WSKEuroSeries #TopDriver #RacingSeason #KartingLife #Motorsport #YoungTalent #FutureChampion #LithuanianDriver #minardimanagement

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MARKAS SILKUNAS SIGNS WITH VDK RACING FOR HIS SECOND SEASON IN OK CATEGORY

The 16-year-old Lithuanian signed with VDK Racing to take on his sophomore year in the OK category. After a very positive 2024 season, Markas will try to get back on the podium of the Champions of the Future Academy Program. In addition, he will take advantage of the experience gathered last year to establish himself as a top driver in the CIK FIA European and World championships, the WSK Euro Series and the Champions of the Future.

🎤 Giovanni Minardi: «We have finally concluded the negotiations with VDK Racing for the 2025 season. I’m really excited and convinced that this driver/team combination can truly fight for great results. Like last year, Markas’ schedule features a very intense season, where he’s certainly going to be a protagonist in every championship he will race in. Now it’s his turn to give his 100%».

🎤 Markas Silkunas: «I’m very happy to start 2025 with VDK Racing. I’m looking forward to achieving better results and having a good and successful year in karts. See you on track!».

🎤 Eric Verdaasdonk: «As a Team Manager, I can only be delighted to have been able to recruit a driver of the quality of Markas. He has a natural speed which will allow him to get on the podium. It’s really a big opportunity for me and for the whole VDK team».

@minardi_management
@m_silkunas
@vdkracing

#Markas #VDKRacing #OKCategory #Karting #ChampionsOfTheFuture #CIKFIA #EuropeanChampionship #WorldChampionship #WSKEuroSeries #TopDriver #RacingSeason #KartingLife #Motorsport #YoungTalent #FutureChampion #LithuanianDriver #minardimanagement

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VANESA SILKUNAITE MOVES TO VDK RACING TO CONTINUE IN OKJ CATEGORY

The 13-year-old Lithuanian will continue to race in the OKJ category, but with the support of the VDK Racing team. She will take on the premier international championships, namely the World and
European CIK FIA championships, the Champions of the Future and the WSK Euro Series. Alongside these commitments, she will come back fighting for the podium in the Champions of the Future Academy Program, OKNJ category.

🎤 Giovanni Minardi: «This year, Vanesa will have a season full of races, as she will compete in 4 championships. This year, her family gave her the opportunity to have an excellent material in every competition she will race in, therefore I expect her to grow noticeably and to bring home excellent results. I’m looking forward to being back on track with her and to bringing home the results that, due to bad luck, she couldn’t achieve in the 2024 season».

🎤 Vanesa Silkunaite: «I’m really excited to start the 2025 season with the VDK Racing Team. It’s exciting for me, because I’ll be staying in the Junior category. I can’t wait for my first race of the 2025 season with VDK and hope it will be a great and exciting year. I’m looking forward to being back on track!»

🎤 Eric Verdaasdonk: «I had the pleasant surprise of discovering Vanesa at the International Warriors Final 2024, and that allowed me to confirm all the good things that we thought of her. Thanks to her, the team finally has an excellent driver girl».

@minardi_management
@v_silkunaite
@vdkracing

#OKJ #VDKRacing #Karting #Motorsport #CIKFIA #ChampionsOfTheFuture #WSKEuroSeries #PodiumGoals #YoungTalent #LithuanianRacer

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VANESA SILKUNAITE MOVES TO VDK RACING TO CONTINUE IN OKJ CATEGORY

The 13-year-old Lithuanian will continue to race in the OKJ category, but with the support of the VDK Racing team. She will take on the premier international championships, namely the World and
European CIK FIA championships, the Champions of the Future and the WSK Euro Series. Alongside these commitments, she will come back fighting for the podium in the Champions of the Future Academy Program, OKNJ category.

🎤 Giovanni Minardi: «This year, Vanesa will have a season full of races, as she will compete in 4 championships. This year, her family gave her the opportunity to have an excellent material in every competition she will race in, therefore I expect her to grow noticeably and to bring home excellent results. I’m looking forward to being back on track with her and to bringing home the results that, due to bad luck, she couldn’t achieve in the 2024 season».

🎤 Vanesa Silkunaite: «I’m really excited to start the 2025 season with the VDK Racing Team. It’s exciting for me, because I’ll be staying in the Junior category. I can’t wait for my first race of the 2025 season with VDK and hope it will be a great and exciting year. I’m looking forward to being back on track!»

🎤 Eric Verdaasdonk: «I had the pleasant surprise of discovering Vanesa at the International Warriors Final 2024, and that allowed me to confirm all the good things that we thought of her. Thanks to her, the team finally has an excellent driver girl».

@minardi_management
@v_silkunaite
@vdkracing

#OKJ #VDKRacing #Karting #Motorsport #CIKFIA #ChampionsOfTheFuture #WSKEuroSeries #PodiumGoals #YoungTalent #LithuanianRacer

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