The FIA is taking another major step into the rapidly expanding world of esports and sim racing, underlining its commitment to connecting motorsport with a new generation of competitors and fans. Through a newly launched initiative, the governing body of world motorsport has opened a search for experienced partners capable of creating, promoting, and operating future FIA-backed esports championships. The move reflects the growing importance of virtual racing within the broader motorsport ecosystem. Over the last decade, sim racing has evolved from a niche hobby into a highly competitive environment featuring professional teams, major sponsors, and drivers from the highest levels of real-world racing. As a result, the FIA sees esports as an increasingly valuable tool for expanding motorsport’s global reach and attracting younger audiences. FIA looks to build the next generation of virtual racing competitions In an official announcement, the FIA confirmed the launch of a public call aimed at identifying promoters and event specialists capable of delivering world-class esports championships under FIA governance. The selected partners will be expected to contribute not only to the sporting structure of future competitions but also to their commercial development and long-term sustainability. Organizers will be required to present comprehensive plans covering championship formats, event management, live finals, international market reach, broadcast strategies, fan engagement initiatives, and revenue opportunities. The Federation believes that sim racing offers one of the most accessible entry points into competitive motorsport. Unlike traditional racing categories, which often require substantial financial investment, esports allows talented competitors from virtually any part of the world to participate using relatively affordable equipment. This accessibility has become one of the key reasons behind the sector’s explosive growth, with millions of players actively competing across multiple platforms and racing simulators every year. Why sim racing is becoming increasingly important for motorsport The popularity