The DTM eSports Championship Round 1: 30.05. 2026 Zandvoort Practice: Circuit Zandvoort: https://game.raceroom.com/leaderboa...13136&driving_model=2&team=SimRacingOnline.UK Mark Ekins..... 1m 34.580s >>>>>>>>>>/\<<<<<<<<<<Munich, Germany - The DTM eSports Championship is back for an exciting new season, offering a more inclusive and competitive virtual racing experience for all sim racers. This year, the championship will introduce a rating-based system, enabling a record number of drivers to participate and compete for the coveted title. Under the new concept, a comprehensive rating system will assess drivers' performance throughout the season, providing a fair and transparent way to determine the best sim racers. This innovative approach ensures that all drivers, regardless of their initial starting position, have equal opportunities to climb the ranks and claim a spot in the championship. The stakes are high for this year's DTM eSports Championship, with a substantial prize pool of €75,000, comprising both cash and non-cash awards. The ultimate champion will also receive a unique opportunity to test drive a GT4 series car in the prestigious ADAC GT4 Germany series. To wet the appetite of fans and competitors alike, a pre-season race will take place on May 2nd at the renowned Red Bull Ring. This non-points event will provide a sneak peek into the challenges and excitement that lie ahead in the main championship. "We are thrilled to bring back the DTM eSports Championship with an exciting new format that opens up more opportunities for sim racers to shine," said Gerhard Berger, DTM CEO. "The rating system ensures a level playing field, while the impressive prize package and test drive reward continue to make this a must-participate and must-watch event in the world of eSports and motorsport." The DTM eSports Championship is set to kick off on a thrilling note, with registration now open for all interested sim racers. Don't miss your chance to join the virtual racing action and compete for the top honors in the DTM eSports world. For more information, please visit: [DTM eSports Championship website] https://www.dtm.com/en This Saturday's Pre-Season Show Event is the first opportunity for all sim racers to make their mark. The full event will be broadcast live on YouTube from 19:30, with commentary in German and English. The first competitive race of the 2026 DTM eSports Championship takes place on 30th May at the virtual circuit in Zandvoort. Any interested sim racers can register for the DTM eSports Championship races with RaceRoom from 24 hours prior to the event. 2026 DTM eSport Calendar 02.05.2026 Red Bull Ring (Pre-Season Show Race – no points) 30.05. 2026 Zandvoort 06.06. 2026 Lausitzring 11.07. 2026 Norisring 18.07. 2026 Oschersleben 01.08. 2026 Sachsenring 15.08. 2026 Finale at the DTM event at the Nürburgring (Nürburgring & Hockenheimring) SETTINGS Maximum Ping 200ms Setup Fixed Qualification type Private (alone on track) Qualification duration 7 minutes Race duration 60 Minutes Formation lap Automated Race start Rolling Jump start protection No Mandatory pitstop 2 (Split 1) / 1 (Split 2+) 4 Tyres on all Damage, Fuel & Tire wear Enabled (normal) Drivers per Split 28 Incident Point Limit 50
Hey Team, Please take a moment to review this briefing. It is particularly important for drivers in the Top Split, but all participants are encouraged to read it as these procedures will apply throughout the DTM eSports season. Note: Drivers finishing in positions 1–3 in Top Split are required to remain after the race for short interviews. Please also make sure to join the Discord and use the Zoom link provided in the briefing. Interview waiting room https://discord.com/channels/254906072748261376/1499732778743365763 Good luck, and most importantly, have fun on track.
It rained so hard that the electric pole isolators were sparking like fireworks. This went on for an hour until a big blue flash and no more power. My problem was that I had planned to register after my practice. As for any race final results of Zandvoort , I am waiting for them.
Team Race News Results This race took place at the virtual Circuit Zandvoort in RaceRoom's DTM eSports championship, which is in its 2026 season. At the Zandvoort DTM eSports race, Mark Ekins delivered the following performance for his race team: Metric Result Qualifying Position: 17th Final Race Position: 16th (gained 1 spot) Incident Points: 7 (added) Race Consistency: 64.86% (vs. 51.171% average) Rating Change: -16.504 Reputation Change: +0.333 Ekins managed to move up one position from qualifying to the checkered flag, finishing 16th. Despite his incident points of 7, he maintained solid race consistency at 64.86% significantly above the 51.171% benchmark. However, the incidents and possibly other factors led to a rating decrease of 16.504 points, while his reputation saw a slight gain of +0.333. In the Zandvoort DTM eSports race, Doug Dezan was a no-show due to electrical issues that prevented him from participating. This means Dezan did not start the race, resulting in: No qualifying time or race position 0 points earned for the round Potential championship standings impact for his team
