Calling all sim racing fans, the FIA Motorsport Games Esports genre throws down the gauntlet with a double dose of competition in 2024.
Valencia, Spain gears up to host an unprecedented showdown of virtual racing prowess as the 2024 FIA Motorsport Games unleashes a double dose of Esports excitement!
From October 23-27, witness the world’s top sim racers battle for glory across two categories: GT and Formula 4. Prepare for edge-of-your-seat action as drivers navigate endurance challenges in Assetto Corsa Competizione and adrenaline-pumping sprints in iRacing’s FIA Formula 4.
This year’s Games mark a significant expansion for Esports, with 10 new competitions igniting the virtual tracks. Alongside the captivating FIA Formula 4 Esports race, prepare to witness global rivalries unfold across GT, Touring Cars, Single-seaters, Drifting, Karting, and more.
Over 100 drivers, representing their nations with pride, will converge in Valencia, making Esports the most fiercely contested discipline at the Games. The addition of Formula 4 promises even more intense battles as the world’s best virtual racers vie for supremacy.
In a groundbreaking move, the entry fee has been slashed by 20%, making the Games more accessible than ever. For just €800, drivers can now chase gold in both GT and Formula 4 categories, opening the doors to aspiring champions worldwide.
The City of Arts and Sciences in Valencia will provide a stunning backdrop for the Esports showdown, featuring 24 state-of-the-art simulators from a leading manufacturer. This ensures a level playing field where every driver can showcase their skills on the ultimate virtual stage.
Niroshan Pereira, President of the FIA Esports Commission, echoes the excitement: “The Esports GT Category with Assetto Corsa Competizione proved hugely popular in Marseille, and we have no doubt that the Esports F4 Category with iRacing will be a similar success.”
Marco Massarutto, co-founder of Kunos Simulazioni, adds: “We continue to work tirelessly to provide the best possible racing experience to our audience and involve the new generations in finding the most talented drivers of the future.”
Tony Gardner, President of iRacing, shares the enthusiasm: “iRacing is excited to be a part of the FIA Motorsport Games in 2024. The FIA F4 is one of the fastest growing forms of racing on our service, and we are pleased to see our partnership with the FIA continue to grow through collaborations like this.”
Dreaming of representing your nation on the virtual stage? Applications open in late February! Contact your local FIA National Sporting Authority (ASN) for details and prepare to ignite your Esports journey!
