Formulation 1 has introduced a multi-year partnership renewal with main sim racing {hardware} firm, Fanatec, forward of the F1 Sim Racing World Championship 2026.
The prolonged partnership will consequence within the addition of Fanatec simulators in any respect F1 grand prix occasions throughout the Fan Zones, in addition to a brand new technology of formally licensed F1 merchandise, together with superior steering wheels.
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For groups, the partnership will see all F1 Sim Racing groups and drivers throughout the 2026 season supplied with the professional-grade simulators.
“Fanatec has helped elevate the aggressive customary of our F1 Sim Racing ecosystem, and this extension is an thrilling step ahead in our lengthy and profitable relationship,” Emily Prazer, chief industrial officer at F1, mentioned.
“This state-of-the-art {hardware} brings followers and racers even nearer to the expertise utilized in Formulation 1, giving our viewers a extra genuine and accessible solution to expertise the game.
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“With Fanatec supporting the F1 Sim Racing World Championship and powering fan experiences in any respect our grands prix, we’re strengthening the connection between digital and real-world racing and opening up much more alternatives for followers to have interaction with our sport.”
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Thi La, CORSAIR CEO, mentioned: “Sim racing has grow to be an important a part of the broader motorsport tradition, and Formulation 1 has been instrumental in that development. The Fanatec and F1 partnership means we will hold elevating requirements for aggressive play and fan engagement, bringing formally licensed F1 merchandise to extra gamers and extra occasions all over the world.”
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The F1 Sim Racing Championship will start at DreamHack, Birmingham, from 27-29 March. The rest of the 12-round calendar will happen in F1’s Media and Know-how Centre at Biggin Hill.
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