Toyota Gazoo Racing GT Cup Asia Finals 2024 to happen October 13 in Malaysia
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The date is set for the Toyota Gazoo Racing Gran Turismo (GR GT) Cup Asia Finals 2024 where the top e-racers from Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, and Thailand will battle for the chance to represent Asia in the Toyota GR GT Cup Global Finals later this year.
This year’s installment of the Toyota GR GT Cup Asia Finals will be happening on October 13, 2024 and like last year, will be held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The e-motorsports race will be played on the popular Gran Turismo 7 racing simulator on the PlayStation 5 (PS5).
A total of 15 finalists from the previously mentioned countries will be participating in this round which will be held at the Connexion Conference and Event Centre. The venue will feature floor-to-ceiling screens designed to maximize visibility and elevate the racing experience for both participants and spectators alike. Finalists will also battle for a prize pool of up to USD 61,000.
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“We are thrilled to continue to push the boundaries of e-Motorsports in the region with the fifth edition of the Gazoo Racing Gran Turismo Cup Asia Finals. At Toyota Gazoo Racing Asia, we are committed to sharing the excitement of motorsports with a wider community, especially the next generation of enthusiasts. Platforms like the GR GT Cup provide an opportunity for talented racers to showcase their skills while also driving our mission of innovation and continuous improvement. The dedication and passion of this year’s finalists reflect the spirit of motorsports, and we look forward to seeing how they inspire the future of racing,” shared Toyota Gazoo Racing (TGR) Asia Vice President Preston Tan.
Representing the Philippines at the TGR GT Cup Asia Finals are Luis Moreno who placed second in last year’s Asia Finals, Russel Reyes, and newcomer Enzo Ison. The three came out as the top players out of 40 who battled it out at the TGR GT Cup Philippines National Finals held last August.
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The Asia Finals will be held across three race tracks–Sardegna Windmills, Nürburgring GP, and Fuji Speedway, all offering familiar challenges and unpredictable elements. The overall champion will be determined through a point system where they should have garnered the most number of points.
If you want to catch the virtual races live, it will be streamed on the official Toyota Gazoo Racing Asia and Toyota Gazoo Racing Philippines Facebook pages.
