Top Gran Turismo 7 competitors to race live in Milan
The Gran Turismo World Series 2026 begins in Milan, marking its first appearance in Italy. The event features top competitors like Valerio Gallo and Jose Serrano, with fans worldwide able to watch live.
Milan, renowned for its style, speed, and motorsport enthusiasm, takes center stage in the racing world this weekend. The Gran Turismo World Series 2026 kicks off at the historic Teatro Lirico Giorgio Gaber, located near the iconic Duomo. This sold-out event marks the debut of the Gran Turismo World Series in Italy, launching a new global season where national pride, manufacturer legacy, and elite competition intersect. Enthusiasts worldwide can catch every moment live through Gran Turismo 7, Gran Turismo Live, YouTube, and Twitch.
The opening round promises significant excitement. Former World Champion Valerio Gallo arrives in Milan with the hopes of his home crowd resting on his shoulders, eager for an Italian victory. However, reigning Nations Cup champion Jose Serrano from Spain, who set the standard in 2025, poses a formidable challenge as the driver to beat. The competition is already heating up.
Japan’s Takuma Miyazono, fresh from competing in the Nürburgring 24H race, aims to transition swiftly from a real cockpit to a simulation rig in his quest to reclaim the title he won in 2020 and 2024. Spaniard Pol Urra continues his ascent after an impressive 2025 season. Meanwhile, 18-year-old Samuel Moreno, another promising Spanish talent, makes his debut in the Gran Turismo World Series in Milan, representing the new generation of competitors.
Round One is more than just an opportunity to earn early points. It offers a chance to gain momentum, establish a psychological edge, and set the tone for the championship race in the coming months.
Across both championships, elite drivers from Europe, Asia, Oceania, and the Americas will compete live in two distinct contests. The Nations Cup channels national pride into on-track rivalry, while the Manufacturers Cup transforms automotive legacy and engineering into a battle for global dominance among some of the world’s most iconic brands.
The manufacturers’ contest introduces its own drama in 2026. Defending champions Team Porsche, led by Serrano, aim to retain their title against strong competition. Team Mazda seeks redemption after narrowly missing last year’s championship, with Urra leading their charge. Team Subaru, meanwhile, introduces British newcomer Callum Moxon as fresh talent enters the fray.
The World Series experience extends beyond the broadcast and into Gran Turismo 7 itself. Fans watching live streams in-game can unlock exclusive Stealth Model race cars, predict race winners, and participate in the Lap Time Challenge at Autodromo Nazionale Monza, engaging with the competition alongside the world’s best drivers. These campaigns turn spectators into active participants, drawing fans closer to the action throughout the weekend.
Fans eager to follow every storyline, driver, race, and in-game campaign can visit the Gran Turismo World Series 2026 Milan Event Page and follow updates on Instagram and X. The Manufacturers Cup commences at 15:00 UTC, followed by the Nations Cup at 17:30 UTC.
As the lights go out in Milan this weekend, the Gran Turismo World Series 2026 begins, with every rivalry, title fight, and defining moment tracing back to this inaugural lap in Italy.