Formulation 1 has introduced that the 2026 Sim Racing World Championship will kick off on the international Esports and gaming competition, DreamHack, on the Nationwide Exhibition Centre in Birmingham from 27-29 March.
Following the season-opener, which could have a devoted F1 Sim Racing Fanzone, the three subsequent rounds will happen at F1’s multi-purpose facility on the Media and Expertise Centre in Biggin Hill.
The launch spherical at DreamHack is anticipated to attract in 50,000 followers throughout the three-day weekend and 9 of the F1 groups – Alpine, Aston Martin, Ferrari, Haas, McLaren, Mercedes, Racing Bulls, Crimson Bull and Williams – will every area three drivers, two of whom will participate in each spherical.
“The return of the F1 Sim Racing World Championship in 2026 marks an thrilling chapter for the game with a season-opening occasion at DreamHack – one of many greatest gaming festivals on the planet,” chief industrial officer of F1, Emily Prazer, stated.
“It permits us to showcase what we’ve got to supply in locations not historically related to motorsport and the place folks is probably not anticipating to see us. Esports gives a singular alternative to achieve new audiences and join with a youthful era of followers, giving them extra pathways to interact with the game and their favorite groups.
“Our funding in a purpose-built sim racing facility on the Media and Expertise Centre reinforces our long-term dedication to F1 Sim Racing and gives a everlasting residence for the Championship’s future progress.”
Jon Armstong
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Niccolo Maisto, chief government officer of ESL FACEIT Group, added: “By bringing the Formulation 1 2026 Sim Racing Championship to DreamHack Birmingham 2026, we’re merging absolutely the pinnacle of motorsport with the uncooked, genuine power of the UK gaming group.
“It’s a large collision of worlds – unmatched status assembly an unforgettable stay crowd. We’re thrilled to provide our group the possibility to witness the world’s quickest drivers push the bounds of the grid stay on our phases this yr.”
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