A motorsport racer originally from Winnipeg is hoping to go the distance for a good cause.

Professional racer and Formula Atlantic champion Daniel Burkett will be at Speedworld Indoor Kart Track on Tuesday night.

Daniel Burkett hopes to go a total of 750 kilometres in 24 hours. (Submitted) The Winnipeg native, who now lives in Indianapolis, is attempting to break the Guinness World Record for the greatest karting distance on an indoor track in 24 hours.

Burkett is raising money for KidSport Winnipeg. He also wants to promote the sport of racing.

"As a kid growing up, racing was my thing, and I think every kid deserves to be a part of a sport and have it be what they're good at and what they enjoy doing, " Burkett said.

He hopes to drive 750 kilometres for 24 hours. The current record is 732 kilometres.

Burkett said he feels good about his chances.

"I feel physically ready, but I won't know for sure until after the first few stints how the fatigue will set in," he said.

"I am confident the go kart will last 24 hours. I think at some point, I'll just be running on adrenaline!"

KidSport Winnipeg chair Matt Erhard says the funds raised will help kids who can't afford to play in organized sports.

The money will help cover registration fees. So far, the event has raised more than $1,000.

"Sport is a game-changer in many people's lives," said Erhard.

"Getting kids into the game is our number one mission, and we are thrilled that Daniel Burkett has chosen to partner with KidSport Winnipeg."

Erhard says Winnipeggers are invited to challenge Burkett on the track at Speedworld Indoor Kart Track beginning at 6 p.m.