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Ronan McKenzie was announced as one of three inaugural participants in Easykart UK's newly-launched Driver Program. It follows on from Birel's existing Italian model, which gives youngsters aged between 9 and 14 years old substantial assistance with their racing careers.
Initially, Ronan will be signed on a twelve month contract with the legendary Italian kart manufacturer Birel Spa, the constructors of the Easykart range. His performances throughout 2010 will be closely monitored, with the possibility of a KF3 test with the Lissone-based works team awaiting him. Success in that could open further opportunities for the participating drivers if they meet certain standards.
"It's a very big thing for the boys, and for the championship, because it adds a lot of kudos to easykart," says EasyKart UK boss Andy Cox. "This is a commercial and career opportunity, for our selected drivers. We're creating a ladder of opportunity where, if they work hard, keep succeeding and promote Birel and Easykart to the best of their abilities, then we will seriously consider investing in their careers." He added, "Essentially, the programme takes a driver from the grass roots, assesses their raw talent and ultimately gives them a big, big chance to progress with Birel Spa."
Ronan will receive a special Official Birel race suit, bearing the EDP logo on the chest, and will test and race at Castelletto near Milan ahead of next year's (16/17 October 2010) Easykart World Finals there, whilst also benefiting from automatic entry into the event.
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