The 2026 Rotax Max Challenge Euro Trophy’s third round at Karting Genk will host 216 verified drivers, including 98 in Senior Max, one of the series’ flagship categories.
Grand Finals Tickets on the Line at Genk
Alongside the traditional Rotax classes, Belgian organisers have introduced the E20 Senior and E20 Masters for the first time this season. Winners of both electric categories will secure a slot at the 2026 Rotax Max Challenge Grand Finals.
Senior Max and Junior Max Battles Heat Up
Senior Max remains a war of attrition. After Jeremy Reuvers’ win at Wackersdorf, he and Tom Langlois trail closely at the top, with the title race still wide open. In Junior Max, Zdenek Babicek, Martin Soltys and teammates Rares Pascu, Emerson Macandrew‑Uren and Albert Friend keep the standings tight.
Mini Max Dominance Continues
Joshua Cooke of KR Sport has dominated the first two rounds, winning at Cremona and Wackersdorf. With a Grand Finals berth already secured, the fight narrows to James Roots and Sebastian Bearman, who have already proven flag‑rant race‑winning pace.
DD2 and DD2 Masters Titles at Stake
Reigning champion Jakub Bezel of Kraft Motorsport contests the DD2 title, while Michael Rosina and a group of established rivals battle for the lead. In DD2 Masters, Nicolas Picot remains unbeaten, setting the benchmark for the category.
Track and Weather: A Test for All
Genk’s blade‑sharp layout forces drivers to juggle long straights with tight corners, demanding flawless braking, traction and tyre management. Heat forecasts top 30 °C and abrasive asphalt will amplify the challenge, making consistency the decisive factor.
Event Timing and Broadcast Details
The weekend schedule begins Friday with free and qualifying practice, followed by Saturday’s heats. Sunday’s timetable slots pre‑finals and finals for each class, with live TV and streaming from 9:40 AM onward. The RMCET Facebook page, website and YouTube channel will broadcast all rounds.
The Euro Trophy has entered its decisive phase; every lap at Genk could alter the championship trajectory.
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