Motorsport South Africa is deeply saddened by the tragic passing of Robert Wolk.
Robert was a hugely respected figure in South African motorsport, with a career spanning almost three decades and success across karting, single-seaters, touring cars and other forms of circuit racing.
His list of achievements is extensive, including SA Junior GP Karting Championship titles in 1995 and 1997, multiple Formula Ford championships, the 2013 SA Formula Volkswagen Championship, the 2015 SA Formula 1600 Championship, the 2021 and 2022 SA GTC Championships and the 2024 SA Touring Cars Championship.
He was awarded South African Junior Protea Colours in 1998 and later received his Senior Protea Colours in 2022.
Robert continued to add to that remarkable career in 2026. In May, he won his second Simola Hillclimb King of the Hill title, and in June he returned to South African Touring Cars with a victory at Aldo Scribante.
Robert’s passion for racing remained clear right to the end. He was still competing at national level and was due to race at Killarney this weekend.
His passing leaves a profound void in South African motorsport. Robert will be remembered not only for the championships and victories he achieved, but for the passion, commitment and sportsmanship he brought to the sport throughout his career.
Our thoughts are with Robert’s family, friends, team members, colleagues and everyone across the motorsport community who knew him.
Rest in peace, Robert Wolk.