Hong Kong Young Drivers Battle at Guangzhou Conghua as HK Youth Karting Championship Completes Opening Round
Drivers aged 8–17 build real race experience through qualifying, attack, defense and overtaking HONG KONG / GUANGZHOU, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 21 September 2026 — For a young racing driver, there is far more to learn from a kart race than simply setting the fastest lap. Organised by China Hong Kong Motorsports Centre (CHKMC) with the support of IAME Series Asia and HKAA , the opening…
Hong Kong's young drivers gathered at Guangzhou Conghua International Circuit to participate in the first round of the HK Youth Karting Championship 2026. Organized by China Hong Kong Motorsports Centre (CHKMC) with support from IAME Series Asia and HKAA, the championship aimed to provide young racers with valuable experience in real race conditions, focusing on developing race craft, decision-making and race strategy.
The two-day event consisted of practice sessions, qualifying and competitive racing, with drivers aged 8–12 competing in the Cadet category using 60cc karts and drivers aged 12–17 competing in the Junior category using 125cc karts. As the young drivers navigated the 1.2-kilometre, 14-corner circuit, they learned to manage traffic, make split-second decisions and develop their racecraft.
CHKMC Head Coach Chester Lam emphasized that racing experience is crucial for young drivers, as it allows them to learn from real race situations, such as starts, overtakes and defending positions. Although results are important, the focus of the championship is on providing a platform for young drivers to compete, make mistakes and build their racing experience, ultimately preparing them for future races and a potential progression towards the IAME Asia Final 2026 in Macau.
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