The second round of the 2025 Tillotson Ireland Karting Championship saw exciting racing in the Tillotson T4 Bambino class at the Watergrasshill circuit. Young drivers showcased their skills in the final, which culminated in a hard-fought victory.
The final classification saw Robby Lyons, driving kart number 111, emerge in first place. He made a strong start, progressing from second on the grid to secure the win. Following closely in second place was Rían Spratt, with kart number 112. Spratt also demonstrated good progress, moving up two positions from his starting grid slot in fourth. Rounding out the top three was PJ Bowes, driving kart number 109, who maintained his starting position of third to finish in the same place.
The fastest lap recorded in the Tillotson T4 Bambino final was set by the race winner, Robby Lyons (111). His impressive lap time of 47.712 seconds demonstrated his pace and contributed to his victory.
Diarmuid Claridge Jr Claims Victory in Close Tillotson T4 Mini Final
Young talents battled fiercely over 14 laps, with the top positions closely contested until the chequered flag.
The winner of the Tillotson T4 Mini final was Diarmuid Claridge Jr, driving kart number 208. He started the final from second on the grid and managed to secure the lead, finishing with a time of 8:41.112. Following him in second place was Harley Brereton in kart number 206, who started from pole position and finished just 5.593 seconds behind. Max Cooling, driving kart number 212, secured the third step on the podium, finishing 18.473 seconds adrift of the leader. Notably, Max Cooling (212) demonstrated significant progression, starting the final from 8th on the grid and advancing to finish in 3rd position. Looking at the heats, Max Cooling started Heat 2 in 11th position and finished the final in 3rd, indicating a considerable climb through the field across the weekend.
The fastest lap recorded in the Tillotson T4 Mini final was set by the race winner, Diarmuid Claridge Jr (208), with an impressive time of 36.615 seconds. Stephen Doyle, driving kart number 214, also recorded a fast lap of 37.355 seconds in the final.
Joey Kearney Secures Victory in Tight Tillotson T4 Junior Final
The final of the Tillotson T4 Junior category delivered a nail-biting conclusion. Young racers battled intensely over the 18-lap race, with the top positions changing hands in a thrilling display of karting talent.
The winner of the Tillotson T4 Junior final was Joey Kearney, piloting kart number 306. Following him extremely closely in second place was Eddie Somers Jnr in kart number 302, just 0.253 seconds behind. Sean Donegan, driving kart number 319, completed the podium, finishing a mere 0.382 seconds adrift of the winner.
The fastest lap recorded in the Tillotson T4 Junior final was set by Wesley Brereton, driving kart number 305, with an impressive time of 35.737 seconds. Despite setting the fastest lap, Brereton finished the final in 5th position. Joey Kearney (306), the race winner, also consistently demonstrated strong pace, as evidenced by his performance in the heats.
Tylor Brereton Clinches Victory in Tillotson T4 Senior Final
The final race for the Tillotson T4 Senior category at the second round of the 2025 Tillotson Ireland Karting Championship concluded with a thrilling restart after a red flag at the Watergrasshill circuit. Following earlier heats, the senior drivers took to the track for their final showdown, displaying a high level of competition.
The winner of the Tillotson T4 Senior final was Tylor Brereton, driving kart number 406. He completed the 15-lap race with a total time of 8:58.203. Securing the second step on the podium was Jack Mackenzie-Smith in kart number 417, finishing just 0.624 seconds behind Brereton. Conor O Neill, piloting kart number 405, claimed the third position, crossing the finish line 2.177 seconds after the leader.
In terms of progression throughout the event, Jack Mackenzie-Smith (417) demonstrated a notable climb through the ranks. He finished Heat 1 in 7th position and improved to 5th place in Heat 2 before ultimately securing 2nd place in the final re-run, showcasing consistent improvement over the weekend.
The fastest lap recorded in the Tillotson T4 Senior final was set by the race winner, Tylor Brereton (406), with an impressive lap time of 35.255 seconds. This pace contributed to his victory in the final race.
Niall Hurson Dominates Tillotson T4 Senior 168
The Tillotson T4 Senior 168 category concluded the second round of the 2025 Tillotson Ireland Karting Championship at Watergrasshill with a dominant victory in the final.
Niall Hurson, driving kart number 501, secured a commanding win in the final, completing the 18-lap race in a time of 10:55.197. He started the final from pole position and maintained his lead to take the chequered flag. Eddie Roche in kart number 505 finished in second place, 2.208 seconds behind Hurson. Mickey Brennan, driving kart number 511, claimed the final step on the podium, finishing 3.252 seconds adrift of the winner.
The fastest lap of the Tillotson T4 Senior 168 final was set by the race winner, Niall Hurson (501), with an impressive lap time of 36.040 seconds on lap 11.
The Tillotson T4 Senior 168 final showcased a strong performance from Niall Hurson, while Eddie Roche demonstrated significant progression to secure second place.
Danny Dempsey Takes Top Honours in Exciting IAME X30 Cadet Final
The IAME X30 Cadet category delivered a thrilling conclusion to the second round of the 2025 Tillotson Ireland Karting Championship at the Watergrasshill circuit. Young drivers engaged in a fiercely competitive final, showcasing their skills in a race that kept spectators on the edge of their seats.
The winner of the IAME X30 Cadet final was Danny Dempsey, driving kart number 615. He started the final from pole position and secured a well-deserved victory over the 15-lap race. Following him in second place was Senan McLoughlin in kart number 613, finishing 3.214 seconds behind. Sophie Campbell, driving kart number 605, claimed the third step on the podium, finishing just 0.137 seconds behind McLoughlin.
Sophie Campbell (605) started the final from 10th on the grid and finished in 3rd place. This represents a significant progression of 7 places, making her one of the drivers with the most notable advancement in the final.
The fastest lap recorded in the IAME X30 Cadet final was set by the race winner, Danny Dempsey (615), with an impressive time of 35.779 seconds on lap 7.
The IAME X30 Cadet final was characterised by close battles and impressive driving. Danny Dempsey’s victory, along with the significant progress of Sophie Campbell and Ian Carey, who missed the podium by only 2 places after a great race, were key storylines of the race.
Tadgh Buckley Victorious in Thrilling IAME X30 Junior Final
The IAME X30 Junior drivers battled fiercely over the 20-lap race, showcasing their talent and determination.
Tadgh Buckley (701) emerged as the winner, closely followed by Makayla Harte (725), who finished 2.418 seconds behind in second place. The final podium position was secured by Ben McCloughry (712), who crossed the finish line 3.834 seconds adrift of Buckley.
The fastest lap of the IAME X30 Junior final was set by Ben McCloughry (712) with an impressive time of 31.808 seconds.
The IAME X30 Junior final was a captivating race, highlighting the competitive spirit and skill of the young drivers.
Sean Hogan Victorious in Hard-Fought IAME X30 Senior Final
The chequered flag was claimed by Sean Hogan, driving kart number 811, after completing the 21-lap race. He was closely followed by Jack Buckley in kart number 801, who finished just 0.479 seconds behind. The final step on the podium was secured by John Norris, piloting kart number 804 in the Masters category.
The top finishers generally maintained strong performances throughout the heats, demonstrating the skill and consistency held by the experienced senior drivers.
The fastest lap recorded in the IAME X30 Senior final was set by Luke Agnew in kart number 806, with an impressive lap time of 31.005 seconds. Despite setting the fastest lap, Agnew ultimately finished the final in fourth position.
Round 3 will be back in Kiltorcan Raceway on May 4th.
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