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Gran Turismo 7's Latest Online Time Trial: A Mountain to Climb (Again)

This week’s new Online Time Trial keeps things classic. Gran Turismo 7 hands you a Gr.3 car and sends you back to Trial Mountain, the long-running Polyphony original. The combination is as pure as it gets: race-car performance on a track built specifically for Gran Turismo on Racing Hard tires. You can pick your car from the full Gr.3 roster, but it’s pretty obvious the Porsche 911 GT3 R (992) is going to be the one to beat. One Week Left at Barcelona Last week’s Online Time Trial, featuring the newly added Yangwang U9 ’24 at Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix (No Chicane) on Sports Soft tires, has one week left to run before it closes on May 7. As you may recall, Yangwang itself is promoting the round with a real-world prize for the fastest 20 times, though details on eligibility remain thin. GT7 Lap Time Challenge April 30 - Track: Trial Mountain Circuit - Car: Gr.3 - Power/Weight/PP Limit: BOP (M) - Tires: Racing Hard - Settings: Fixed GT7 Lap Time Challenge April 23 - Track: Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix (No Chicane) - Car: Yangwang U9 ’24 - Power/Weight/PP Limit: BOP (M) - Tires: Sports Soft - Settings: Fixed Accessing Online Time Trials To access the Online Time Trials, you’ll need to unlock Sport Mode by completing Menu Book 9 (“Championship: Tokyo Highway Parade”) in the GT Cafe. PlayStation Plus is not required. Once an event closes, gold goes to players within 3% of the fastest time (2m credits), silver within 5% (1m credits), and bronze within 10% (250,000cr). Events update every Thursday, with each challenge running for two weeks. The next new Time Trial arrives on May 7. See more articles on Gran Turismo 7 Time Trial.

Shreyas Iyer drives Mumbai Falcons' official F1 <b>Sim Racing</b> ambitions in India

Mumbai Falcons Racing Limited (MFRL) has named Indian cricketer and Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer as the official brand ambassador for the F1 Program in India. The F1 Sim Racing India Open 2026, organised under an agreement that allows the Mumbai Falcons the right to organise an official Formula 1-sanctioned sim racing competition, would provide a national competitive platform for developing talent from throughout the country. The decision underlines the Mumbai Falcons’ effort to develop a sporting culture and infrastructure that transcends all disciplines. Shreyas Iyer has established himself as one of Indian cricket’s most consistent match winners and leaders across all forms. Off the pitch, he occupies a developing niche in young culture, with a following base that goes far beyond traditional cricket supporters. His talents and accomplishments demonstrate great performance, versatility, and a direct link to India’s digital-native sporting age, making him an ideal candidate for the Championship. “Sport has always been about finding your edge and staying disciplined enough to act on it. When I heard what Mumbai Falcons is building in terms of a real pathway that takes young Indians from where they are today to where they could go, I didn’t need much convincing. This is the kind of initiative I would have wanted access to growing up, and I’m proud to be part of what’s coming,” said Shreyas Iyer, Brand Ambassador for the F1 Program in India led by Mumbai Falcons Racing Limited. Speaking about the brand ambassadors’ announcement, Ameet Gadhoke, Managing Director, Mumbai Falcons Racing Limited, said, “We built Mumbai Falcons on the belief that India has world-class sporting talent, the potential however, has been constrained by structural deficiencies. Partnering with Formula 1 to bring the F1 Sim Racing India Open 2026 to life is yet another significant initiative in that direction. Shreyas

Mumbai Falcons names Shreyas Iyer as ambassador for F1 India <b>sim racing</b>

Mumbai Falcons Racing (MFRL) announced the appointment of star athlete Shreyas Iyer as the official brand ambassador for the F1 Program in India. Held under an agreement that grants Mumbai Falcons the rights to host an official Formula 1 sanctioned sim racing competition, the F1 Sim Racing India Open 2026 will establish a national competitive platform for emerging talent across the country. The appointment reflects Mumbai Falcons’ approach to building sporting culture and infrastructure that spans across sporting disciplines. Shreyas Iyer has established himself as one of Indian cricket’s most consistent match-winners and a leader across formats. Off the field, he occupies a growing space in youth culture, with an audience that extends well beyond traditional cricket fans. His strengths and achievements represent high performance, adaptability, and a direct connection with India’s digital-native sporting generation, making him a fitting face for the Championship. “Sport has always been about finding your edge and staying disciplined enough to act on it. When I heard what Mumbai Falcons is building in terms of a real pathway that takes young Indians from where they are today to where they could go, I didn’t need much convincing. This is the kind of initiative I would have wanted access to growing up, and I’m proud to be part of what’s coming.” said, Shreyas Iyer, Brand Ambassador for the F1 Program in India led by Mumbai Falcons Racing. Speaking about the brand ambassadors’ announcement, Ameet Gadhoke, managing director, Mumbai Falcons Racing said, “We built Mumbai Falcons on the belief that India has world-class sporting talent, the potential however, has been constrained by structural deficiencies. Partnering with Formula 1 to bring the F1 Sim Racing India Open 2026 to life is yet another significant initiative in that direction." The Championship will be contested on F1 25, the official

F1 News Today: FIA make Miami GP change as <b>race</b> threatened by thunderstorms

F1 News Today: FIA make Miami GP change as race threatened by thunderstorms Change your timezone: F1 News Today: FIA make Miami GP change as race threatened by thunderstorms All the latest news from the world of F1! There are lots of tweaks to the regulations ahead of the F1 Miami Grand Prix, but now it appears as though the FIA have closed an engine loophole in the rules. F1 heads to the Miami International Autodrome for the fourth round of the season, and things may look a little different compared to five weeks ago. ➡️ READ MORE Will Miami GP be cancelled? Lightning threat poses risk to F1 race A threat of lightning is being forecast for Miami on Sunday afternoon, just in time for the F1 Miami Grand Prix. There is little precedent for what might happen in the event of lightning strikes at the circuit, but could an FIA statement from last year provide us with a clue? ➡️ READ MORE Max Verstappen reveals his racing limit: 'A risk I'm not willing to take' Four-time F1 world champion Max Verstappen has opened up on his racing limit, and which series he would not be willing to compete in. Verstappen has claimed 71 grand prix victories across his career as an F1 driver, and has in recent years also competed in a number of other racing series, including GT3 and sim racing events. But there's one that he would never compete in. ➡️ READ MORE 'I might get shot for saying this' - F1 champion HATES racing in 2026 An F1 legend has given his passionate take on the 2026 cars, branding the new method of overtaking 'false'. The 2026 regulation changes have caused quite a stir among drivers past and present. ➡️ READ MORE Aston Martin vibrations

Assetto Corsa Rally Selected for FIA Esports Global Rally Tour

Sim racing fans have a new global competition to keep an eye on. Assetto Corsa Rally has officially been selected as the platform for the FIA Esports Global Rally Tour, a new international rally esports competition backed by the FIA. The announcement is a major win for 505 Games, Supernova Games Studios, and KUNOS Simulazioni. It also gives Assetto Corsa Rally a huge stamp of approval while the game continues its Early Access journey on Steam. For years, FIA esports has been closely tied to circuit racing. Now, rally racing is getting its own global stage. That matters because rally is a very different kind of discipline. It is not just about clean laps and wheel-to-wheel racecraft. It is about commitment, precision, car control, surface changes, co-driver calls, and surviving stages where one mistake can ruin an entire run. With the FIA Esports Global Rally Tour, the goal is simple. Find the best virtual rally drivers in the world. What is the FIA Esports Global Rally Tour? The FIA Esports Global Rally Tour is a new global esports competition built around Assetto Corsa Rally. According to the FIA, online qualifiers will run from May 12 through May 25, 2026. Those qualifiers will narrow the field down to 56 drivers from across the world. The format is designed to give multiple regions a real path into the competition, including North America, South America, Europe, MENA, Asia-Pacific, and Africa. That global structure is important. Instead of making this feel like a small invitational or a limited promotional event, the FIA is putting together a competition that can reach rally fans across several major regions. For a newer rally sim, that kind of exposure is massive. It also gives Assetto Corsa Rally a chance to prove itself under serious competitive pressure. Early Access

Carlos headlines opening night at our 2026 Miami Fan Zone | Atlassian Williams F1 Team

Carlos headlines opening night at our 2026 Miami Fan Zone Catch up with Carlos Sainz's Q&A, live from our Fan Zone, presented by Kraken Pre-Order the comic: Pre-Order Marvel x Atlassian Williams F1 Team : Iron Man Racing Towards Doom $15.00 Related Tags Atlassian Williams F1 Team Carlos Sainz Fan Zone Trending News Race Schedule Standings Shop Team Kit Essentials Training Shop All Corporate Careers Sustainable Business Regulatory Disclosures Dorilton Ventures Partners Williams Grand Prix Technologies Information Terms & Conditions Privacy Policy Cookie Policy WClub Terms & Conditions Ship to: United Kingdom Cookie Settings © 2026 The Williams Group, under licence to Williams IP Holdings LLC Williams Grand Prix Engineering Limited is a company registered in England and Wales under company number 1297497. Its registered office is at Grove, Wantage, Oxfordshire, OX12 0DQ Powered By

India Launches First Official F1 <b>Sim Racing</b> Championship to Boost Esports Motorsport Talent

India has launched its first official Formula 1 Sim Racing Championship, aiming to connect esports with real motorsport and create new opportunities for emerging racing talent. BulletsIn - India has launched its first official Formula 1 sim racing competition, the F1 Sim Racing India Open 2026, in collaboration with Formula 1 and Mumbai Falcons Racing Limited. - This is the first India-exclusive Formula 1 sanctioned sim racing programme, providing a structured national-level platform for virtual racers across the country to compete professionally. - The competition will be conducted on the official F1 video game platform, featuring online qualifiers, city-based rounds, and a final national championship event in Mumbai. - The initiative aims to bridge esports and real motorsport by offering young racers an accessible pathway to develop driving skills, race strategy, and technical expertise. - Sim racing eliminates high financial barriers associated with traditional motorsport, making competitive racing more inclusive and accessible for aspiring drivers across India. - The launch aligns with growing popularity of Formula 1 in India and increasing demand for motorsport content among youth and digital audiences nationwide. - Esports gained official recognition in India under the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act, 2025, strengthening opportunities for professional gaming careers. - The championship is expected to support long-term motorsport development in India and contribute to efforts aimed at reviving Formula 1 events in the country.

Top 30 drivers set following eNASCAR Coca-Cola iRacing Qualifying Series finale at Texas

Top 30 drivers set following eNASCAR Coca-Cola iRacing Qualifying Series finale at Texas; Scott claims final Top Split win April 29th, 2026 by Justin Melillo The eNASCAR Coca-Cola iRacing Qualifying Series concluded on Tuesday night with some last-minute theatrics defining the outcome of the final standings. Similar to the race two weeks ago at Chicagoland Speedway, the field was split on strategy, and once again, the strategy to save and stretch the fuel wound up the winning move for Quami Scott. In the closing laps, Scott managed to eke by Garrett Manes for the top spot to take the win. Scoring his second victory of the season, however, was not enough to vault the former Championship Series competitor back into the Free Agency pool, as Scott wound up finishing 36th following the drop, 90 points shy of the cut line at 30th. Your @CocaColaRacing Move of the Race! pic.twitter.com/ZnRfCSp23K — NASCAR Gaming and Esports (@ENASCARGG) April 29, 2026 For most at the top of those not yet mathematically locked, just showing up and earning points was more than enough to keep them in the top-30 following the Sim Racing Expo 150 at Texas Motor Speedway. 28 of the 30 drivers that entered above the cut stayed there following the final 10 checkered flags flew among the 10 splits. The two that were not so fortunate were Jacob Wilkerson, who had connection issues early and wound up finishing 31st in Top Split. The other hopeful to fall out was Ethan Eckert, who ran one of the most impressive campaigns down in the fourth split. In the final race, however, a damaged racecar led to an 18th place finish. The two below the cut to move in included one of the Second Split hopefuls, and another former eNASCAR Championship Series driver, Ryan

McLaren Golf launches with debut Series 1 and Series 3 irons

29 April 2026 22:00 (UTC) The official launch of McLaren Golf takes place in Miami ahead of the F1 Grand Prix McLaren’s new venture, McLaren Golf, today announces its official launch alongside the introduction of its debut irons, the Series 1 and Series 3. First unveiled in March, McLaren Golf represents a natural evolution of the brand’s high-performance mindset - translating decades of engineering expertise from motorsports and automotive design into the game of golf. Built by a dedicated team of golf industry specialists and world-class engineers who have been immersed in McLaren’s ways, the new venture is focused on delivering precision equipment for golfers who share McLaren’s obsession with detail. "We’ve been working toward this moment for some time, and there’s a real sense of anticipation in seeing it all come to life. “Behind the scenes, we challenged every part of the process - from materials to construction - to uphold the exacting standards and constant pursuit of excellence that define McLaren. To now introduce these irons to the world and see them in the hands of golfers is incredibly exciting.” “McLaren Golf translates the precision and performance mindset that defines our brand into a new, relevant context. It’s a strategic extension of McLaren - designed for those who value performance, craftsmanship, and purpose. Both Series 1 and Series 3 irons will be priced at $375 USD / £360 GBP per club (in a stock configuration) and will initially be available in North America, Europe, and South Korea through select custom-fitting retailers starting from April 30, 2026, and online in North America at mclarengolf.com. McLaren Golf is supported by 8AM Golf as a key partner, providing support and consultation through a variety of golf-specific services. 8AM Golf is a holding company consisting of golf businesses and brands that are

<b>Sim racing</b> is officially mainstream thanks to Formula One and these simulator builders are ...

Sim racing is officially mainstream thanks to Formula One and these simulator builders are reaping the rewards Published on Apr 30, 2026 at 12:06 AM (UTC+4) by Henry Kelsall Last updated on Apr 30, 2026 at 12:06 AM (UTC+4) Edited by Emma Matthews For several years, sim racing has been seen as ‘uncool’ or a ‘sweaty gamer’ pastime, but thanks in part to Formula One drivers, Cool Performance Simulators have helped make it mainstream. Cool Performance Simulators work with some of the best drivers in the world, including 2025 Formula One World Champion Lando Norris and seven-time NASCAR Cup Series Champion Jimmie Johnson. At Supercar Blondie, we were lucky enough to chat with Joel Somerville, the CMO of the company, about how it started and the success the company has had. The simulators it offers are some of the coolest in the world, and best of all, you can buy one to use in your own home. How Cool Performance Simulators started While you might think sim racing is quite new, it actually started much longer ago than you’d expect. “We’ve been in the business for around about 15 years or so now, quite a long time now,” Somerville told Supercar Blondie. When the business started, it was a far cry from what the company offers today. “It was much more on the one-to-one driver training side of things, working with drivers in a lot of different racing categories, from I guess when they start single seaters,” he added. That includes series such as Formula 3 and Formula 4, as well as endurance and GT racing. Back then, it was more than just a game, as drivers found track time in real life was often hard to come by. As Somerville said, driving a simulator helped drivers to train and

Toyota's New Gran Turismo 7 Competition for Japanese Kids Awards a Full Karting Season

Toyota Gazoo Racing has unveiled the “TGR e-Motorsports Challenge League 2026,” a new sim-to-real talent pathway aimed at young drivers in Japan, with the winner earning a fully-funded season of competitive karting in 2027. The announcement comes a little over a year after Toyota shut down the Gazoo Racing GT Cup, the long-running one-make Gran Turismo championship that ran from 2019 to 2024 and produced a string of high-profile crossover champions. Where the GR GT Cup sat at the elite end of competitive Gran Turismo, this new program sits at the opposite end (focused entirely on finding the next generation). A Different Kind of Toyota Esports Eligibility is narrow. Entrants need to have been born between April 2, 2011 and April 1, 2016 (so roughly 10 to 15 years old when the competition kicks off), reside in Japan, and have a “stated ambition to become a real-world racing driver”. That last criterion is unusual to see written into a sim racing entry form, but it tells you Toyota is looking for kids who already know what they want to do. The online qualifier runs inside Gran Turismo 7 from June 13 to June 27, 2026, as a time trial in the Toyota GR Supra Racing Concept ’18 around Sainte-Croix Circuit B. A field of around 20 will then be invited to remote interviews in early August, before the top 12 are flown to a special venue in Aichi Prefecture for a two-day offline final on September 26 and 27. That offline event is where the structure starts to look different from a typical esports prize playoff. Multiple races will be run on PS5, but Toyota has been explicit that the winner won’t simply be the fastest driver across the weekend; the driver will be chosen “from the content of the

Assetto Corsa Rally and FIA Announce Global Esports Partnership

Assetto Corsa Rally and FIA Announce Global Esports Partnership Introducing the "FIA Esports Global Rally Tour" Milan, April 29th – 505 Games and Supernova Games Studios, in technical partnership with KUNOS Simulazioni, are proud to announce that Assetto Corsa Rally (ACR) has been chosen by FIA (Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile - the global governing body for motor sport and the federation for mobility organisations worldwide) as the exclusive official platform for a landmark new international rally esports competition: the FIA Esports Global Rally Tour. This new initiative, driven by FIA President H.E. Mohammed Ben Sulayem, has received unanimous support from all FIA regions; it will include both online qualifiers and regional shootouts and marks a major milestone in the global evolution of rally esports aligning with FIA's commitment to inspire future generations while doubling global participation in motorsport. The FIA Esports Global Rally Tour will feature a multi‑stage competitive format, giving thousands of Assetto Corsa Rally players worldwide the opportunity to compete in a structured, merit‑based championship. Beginning on May 12, a global online qualifier hosted on Assetto Corsa Rally will select 56 top drivers worldwide: 16 from Europe (combined North and South) and 8 from each of the other five participating regions MENA, North America, South America, Asia‑Pacific, and Africa. Following the initial qualification phase, the competition will move into regional shootouts, featuring a knockout format with quarter‑finals, semi‑finals, and a final. The series will begin with the Asia‑Pacific regional shootout on 23 June, held during the FIA Conference in Macau, S.A.R. China. The European regional shootout will follow on 16–18 October in Frankfurt, Germany, as part of the SimRacing Expo. Dates and locations for the remaining regional shootouts will be announced at a later stage. From this phase, the 16 best virtual rally drivers in the world will

F1 star Max Verstappen reveals his <b>racing</b> limit - 'A risk I'm not willing to take'

Max Verstappen reveals his racing limit: 'A risk I'm not willing to take' Change your timezone: Max Verstappen reveals his racing limit: 'A risk I'm not willing to take' Max Verstappen's father Jos recently suffered a huge crash Four-time F1 world champion Max Verstappen has opened up on his racing limit, and which series he would not be willing to compete in. Verstappen has claimed 71 grand prix victories across his career as an F1 driver, and has in recent years also competed in a number of other racing series, including GT3 and sim racing events. Next month, Verstappen is taking to the Nurburgring Nordschleife once again for the iconic endurance race 24 Hours of Nurburgring, and will hope to bring home the victory with his Verstappen Racing team. However, despite his father racing in multiple rally series across the globe, Verstappen has ruled out the possibility of one day racing in rally championships, claiming that it's 'too high of a risk'. Jos Verstappen has had great success in rally over the past couple of years despite being 54 years of age, but suffered a huge crash at the recent Rally of Wallonia, in which his car flipped over. Thankfully, both Verstappen Sr and his temporary co-driver Jasper Vermeulen emerged unscathed from the incident during the Loyers stage of the rally. Speaking before this incident had occurred, Max Verstappen revealed that he would not put himself through rally stages, while also praising his father's racing pedigree. "Yeah, it's pretty crazy to be honest," Verstappen told the Up to Speed podcast. "I mean what I find really impressive is that he's 53 years old now, almost 54, and he's racing against guys that are, what, late 20s, early 30s. And in some championships, of course, he's beating them. "And of course,

Learn To Drive Like It's The 1970s With This Aetna Drivotrainer <b>Simulator</b>

Learn To Drive Like It's The 1970s With This Aetna Drivotrainer Simulator There's a sim rig for sale on Bring a Trailer right now, but it isn't the cool kind that makes you feel like an F1 driver or an engineer for a car company. Instead, this thing will make you feel like you're taking your driver's test behind the wheel of a Chevrolet in 1974. If that seems like your idea of a good time, then get your bid-clicking finger ready — there's five days left in the auction, and the top bid is just $151 as of the time of this writing. It's called a Drivotrainer, and was made by Doron Precision Systems to simulate driving on American roads to help with driver's ed. However, it was Aetna Insurance Company that had the Drivotrainer system created in 1953, debuting it at the Brooklyn High School for Automotive Trades. This specific one is said to be from the late 1970s, according to the seller, and that looks about right, judging by the steering wheel and gauges that were taken from a Chevy Impala. How does it work and what can you do with it? Can you actually use it to learn how to drive? Without the accompanying screen and instructor, probably not. The Drivotrainer worked by having student drivers sit in it while in front of a screen, showing a pre-recorded driving route. The student's inputs would then be sent to a computer that would print out their results, and an instructor would grade them. So as a standalone device, this Drivotrainer isn't much good as a training tool. That doesn't mean it's a worthless antique, though. It's essentially a complete driving sim rig, just without the computer. It has a seat, a steering wheel, three pedals, a manual

GUILLEMOT (EPA:GUI) | FIRST QUARTER 2026 TURNOVER

from GUILLEMOT (EPA:GUI) FIRST QUARTER 2026 TURNOVER Carentoir, April 29, 2026 FIRST QUARTER 2026 TURNOVER | Unaudited data (€m) January 1 to March 31, 2026 | 2026 | 2025 | Change | |---|---|---|---| | Thrustmaster | 22.7 | 22.0 | +3% | | Gaming accessories | 22.7 | 22.0 | +3% | | Hercules | 2.4 | 3.0 | -20% | | Digital devices | 2.4 | 3.0 | -20% | | TOTAL | 25.1 | 25.0 | 0% | Q1 2026 business performance The Group generated turnover of €25.1 million in the first quarter of 2026, stable relative to the same period of the prior year, with Thrustmaster posting modest growth of 3% and Hercules down 20%, mainly due to an unfavorable base effect (i.e. the launches of DJControl Mix Ultra and DJControl Inpulse T7 White Edition in the first quarter of 2025). Business was buoyant in Europe and Asia, with sustained momentum in sales to end consumers confirming strong demand in these key markets. However, the Group noted a slowdown in demand for entry-level products, particularly in the United States and the Middle East, as a result of geopolitical tensions. In a macroeconomic environment that remains mixed, the Group has demonstrated its adaptability, underpinned by the strong market fit of its product ranges, the strength of its brands and the quality of its commercial network. Strengthening high-growth channels The Group has established a new unit dedicated to managing marketplaces, covering both sales and trade marketing aspects. This structure allows for more effective engagement with strategic partners such as Amazon, Walmart, JD.com, PDD, Joybuy and Mercado Libre. The rapid expansion of PDD, Joybuy and Mercado Libre, which are growing quickly in Europe and the United States, is a key growth driver for the coming years. This momentum boosts the

'Assetto Corsa Rally' Picked As Platform For FIA Esports Global Rally Tour Competition

505 Games and Supernova Games Studios, in technical partnership with KUNOS Simulazioni, are proud to announce Assetto Corsa Rally – the new additional arm within the Assetto Corsa series, dedicated to the thrilling world of rally racing. Developed by Supernova Games Studios, an international team of industry veterans with a strong passion for sim-racing and motorsport, Assetto Corsa Rally delivers an authentic and immersive experience that captures the unique essence of rallying – the ultimate test of speed, strategy, reflexes, and composure, all rolled into one. Thanks to its partnership with KUNOS Simulazioni, the team had access to the Assetto Corsa physics engine, which has been specifically refined and fine-tuned to tackle the unique challenges of rally driving. KUNOS supervised and supported the accuracy of the driving model, ensuring the new entry lives up to the high standards of realism and simulation that define the Assetto Corsa brand. Assetto Corsa Rally will feature both offline gameplay modes and, gradually throughout Early Access, online multiplayer – always with a focus on simulation fidelity. Each race takes place in a dynamic environment, where day-night cycles, changing weather conditions, directly impact driving performance. Temperature, humidity, surface type, and water progressively affect grip and vehicle response, making every stage feel unique. These elements are not mere visual effects but are integral to the physical simulation model, requiring drivers to demonstrate precision, sensitivity, and adaptability to master every situation. With full support for triple screens, direct input racing wheels and peripherals, AC Rally also includes a powerful physics-based damage system and multiple audio effects for authentic car feedback. 505 Games and Supernova Games Studios, in technical partnership with KUNOS Simulazioni, are proud to announce that Assetto Corsa Rally (ACR) has been chosen by FIA (Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile - the global governing body for motor