FIA seeks partner for new sim racing championship

Yahoo Sports1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 9:47 PM

Last updated Jun 15, 2026

FIA seeks partner for new sim racing championship
Summary

The Federation Internationale de l'Automobile has announced plans for a new sim racing championship, inviting proposals from tournament operators. This initiative aims to provide a globally recognized competition for sim racing, potentially incorporating LAN finals for participants worldwide. Mohamed Ben Sulayem, FIA President, highlighted the importance of sim racing in engaging new audiences and furthering the FIA's esports strategy. The organization has previously explored esports but aims for a more centralized and expanded format this time.

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  • FIA looking for a new partner for sim racing championship
  • Request for proposals issued by FIA today
  • Plans to create a globally recognized sim racing event
  • LAN finals hinted to increase international participation
  • Max Verstappen's involvement noted as impactful for sim racing growth
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  • 9:47 PMYahoo SportsThe FIA Is Looking To Revitalise Sim Racing With New Championship
What they're saying
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The Federation Internationale de l'Automobile is looking for a new partner to produce a brand new sim racing championship.

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