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Giuliana Saladino, 8, Excels in South African Karting Championships
Eight-year-old Giuliana Saladino has excelled in South African karting, winning multiple national titles. Saladino, considered a promising young driver, hopes to soon represent South Africa internationally.
Giuliana Saladino's success results from her determination and year-round training. Saladino won her class and the fastest lap award at the 2025 Prokart SSS Championship. She also finished second in the Tillotson Cadets category at the Rok Cup South Africa Nationals. Supa Quick, Liqui Moly, and NGK Niterra SA are among Saladino's sponsors. Motorsport South Africa recognizes karting as a critical foundation for future drivers. Global research indicates that girls comprise approximately 10% of participants in racing competition categories.
Key Facts
- Giuliana Saladino is an eight-year-old South African karting champion.
- Saladino has won multiple national titles.
- She is considered one of the country's most promising young drivers.
- Saladino trains throughout the year.
- She won her class at the 2025 Prokart SSS Championship and received the fastest lap award.
- At the Rok Cup South Africa Nationals, she finished second in the Tillotson Cadets category.
- Saladino aims to represent South Africa internationally.
- Supa Quick, Liqui Moly, and NGK Niterra SA are among her sponsors.
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- The Citizen — 8-year-old karting champ Giuliana Saladino on track to being one of SA's most exciting racers | The Citizen