Karting put the brakes on breakaway

A PLANNED split from Motorsport Ireland by Irish karting has been put on hold. Discussions between both parties could lead to a solution that will bring this spectrum of the sport back on track and remain within the remit of Motorsport Ireland (MI).

At last week’s final kart race of the season in Kartworld, Watergrasshill, a brochure, entitled Kart Ireland outlined the aims of the new organisation in terms of safety, fair play and promotion.

The document provoked the opening of dialogue between MI and the karting fraternity. Within the last few days, sensitive discussions between both groups have begun that could lead to a quick and positive solution. However, the question has to be asked, why has it taken what seems like a rebellion to highlight the demise of karting within Motorsport Ireland?