The high-octane excitement of the Gran Turismo World Series is set to rev up this weekend as 24 elite virtual racers from around the globe converge at the iconic BBC studios in Television Centre, West London. This marks the commencement of the 2025 season, and fans of the series are in for a thrilling spectacle as these top racers go head-to-head in a bid for supremacy. For those unable to witness the action firsthand, fear not, as the entire event will be broadcast live on Gran Turismo 7 and accessible through the official Gran Turismo live streaming portal.
The participants have earned their spots in this prestigious event through a rigorous selection process, which took place during the Online Qualifiers in April and May. Out of many hopefuls, the 12 most outstanding competitors from the Asia-Oceania Region have been flown into the UK capital. The races are scheduled to kick off at 16:00 British Summer Time (15:00 UTC) on Saturday, June 7. The Manufacturers Cup, a unique team competition, will see racers from the EMEA Region taking the helm in Round 2 in Berlin on September 20, before the Americas drivers take over for Round 3 in Los Angeles on November 8. The series will culminate in the World Finals in Fukuoka, Japan, on December 20 and 21, where all three drivers will compete together.
Broadcast Schedule – June 7, 2025
Manufacturers Cup / Nations Cup
For enthusiasts around the world, here’s a handy guide to catch the live broadcasts:
- New York (EDT)
- Manufacturers Cup: 11:00
- Nations Cup: 14:00
- Los Angeles (PDT)
- Manufacturers Cup: 08:00
- Nations Cup: 11:00
- Sao Paulo (BRT)
- Manufacturers Cup: 12:00
- Nations Cup: 15:00
- London (BST)
- Manufacturers Cup: 16:00
- Nations Cup: 19:00
- Madrid (CEST)
- Manufacturers Cup: 17:00
- Nations Cup: 20:00
- Tokyo (JST)
- Manufacturers Cup: 00:00
- Nations Cup: 03:00
- Beijing (CST)
- Manufacturers Cup: 23:00
- Nations Cup: 02:00
- Sydney (AEST)
- Manufacturers Cup: 01:00
- Nations Cup: 04:00
In the Nations Cup, the top three contenders from last year’s season—World Champion Takuma Miyazono from Japan, Kylian Drumont from France, and Jose Serrano from Spain—have automatically secured their positions for the 2025 edition. This trio will be joined by other notable racers, including former champions Valerio Gallo from Italy and Pol Urra from Spain. Notably, 18-year-old Samuel Cardinal from Canada will be making his debut, adding an element of fresh talent to the seasoned lineup. The Nations Cup action is set to commence at 19:00 local time (18:00 UTC).
Manufacturers Cup – Round 1 London Drivers
The lineup for the Manufacturers Cup Round 1 in London features an impressive array of drivers:
- BMW: S. Suzuki (JPN)
- AMG: K. Sasaki (JPN)
- Lamborghini: Y. Goto (JPN)
- Lexus: K. Kawakami (JPN)
- Porsche: S. Sato (JPN)
- Toyota: K. Morimoto (JPN)
- Nissan: H. Okumoto (JPN)
- Mazda: R. Kokubun (JPN)
- Ferrari: J. Hashima (JPN)
- McLaren: T. Kamada (JPN)
- Honda: R. Tsujimura (JPN)
- Subaru: T. Miyazono (JPN)
Nations Cup – Round 1 London Drivers
The Nations Cup will see a diverse group of racers representing various regions:
- France: K. Drumont (EMEA)
- Spain: J. Serrano (EMEA)
- Italy: V. Gallo (EMEA)
- Spain: P. Urra (EMEA)
- France: T. Labouteley (EMEA)
- Netherlands: K. De Bruin (EMEA)
- Brazil: A. Carrazza (Central & South America)
- Chile: A. Inostroza (Central & South America)
- Canada: S. Cardinal (North America)
- Japan: T. Miyazono (Asia)
- Japan: T. Sasaki (Asia)
- Australia: G. Barbara (Oceania)
As with previous editions, the Gran Turismo World Series offers several in-game rewards on the World Map in GT7. Fans who accurately predict the winners can earn significant in-game credits. Additionally, watching the Nations Cup live stream provides a chance to acquire an Aston Martin Valkyrie adorned with the winning country’s livery, while viewing the Manufacturers Cup awards players with a car featuring the victorious team’s livery.
Players can further engage with the series by participating in a special time trial inspired by the Manufacturers Cup Qualifying Session. This event uses a Gr.3 car on the Tokyo Expressway – South Counterclockwise, and a new Daily Race offers the same thrilling combination.
To ensure you don’t miss any of the Gran Turismo World Series 2025 live events, here’s a quick reminder of the schedule:
- Round 1 – London, UK | Saturday, June 7
- Round 2 – Berlin, Germany | Saturday, September 20
- Round 3 – Los Angeles, USA | Saturday, November 8
- World Finals – Fukuoka, Japan | Saturday, December 20 and Sunday, December 21
For comprehensive details about the Gran Turismo World Series 2025 and to purchase tickets, you can visit the official Gran Turismo website.
For those interested in predicting the winners, securing viewer gifts, or participating in the lap time challenge, here are the respective links:
- Predict the Winners: https://www.gran-turismo.com/gb/news/00_5536865.html
- Viewers Gift: https://www.gran-turismo.com/gb/news/00_1714233.html
- Lap Time Challenge: https://www.gran-turismo.com/gb/gt7/news/00_5349185.html
This year’s Gran Turismo World Series promises to be an exhilarating display of speed, strategy, and skill, as the world’s top virtual racers vie for glory on the digital track. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or a casual viewer, this event is not to be missed. Tune in and experience the thrill of high-speed racing from the comfort of your own home.
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