
Sim Racing’s Rise as a Professional Motorsport Pathway
Sim racing—short for simulated racing—has evolved from a niche gaming hobby into a legitimate stepping stone toward professional motorsports. With hyper-realistic physics, detailed vehicle telemetry, and advanced driving rigs, platforms like iRacing, Assetto Corsa, and rFactor 2 have attracted attention from both racing fans and professional teams. What once was considered a pastime is now…