Hayden, O’Brien chase kart top spots

THE conclusion of the Irish Karting Championships, the penultimate rounds of two forest rally championships and the motorcycle short circuit races dominate weekend action.

And at the Trackrod Rally in Yorkshire, the Pirelli British Rally Championship showdown involves Jonny Milner and Justin Dale, with Irish drivers Rory Galligan and Kris Meeke set to make amends for their setback on the last round in Ulster.

Just three of the eight categories within the Irish Karting Championship remain undecided prior to Sunday's final round of the series at Kartworld, Watergrasshill, Cork. With events attracting an average of 130 competitors, it has been a relatively successful season. Safety remains the key issue although some decisions, albeit taken in the best interests of the sport, didn't find favour with certain parties.