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We always figured our thumbs would get yoked if we ever had to hunker down at home for any extended length of time. In light of the current global circumstances, all of our gaming platforms have been compelled into almost nonstop service. Now here’s another reason to engage deeply with digital racing; the forces of video game companies Motorsport Games and Codemasters are partnering with the FIA’s World Rallycross Championship to present the World RX Esports Invitational Championship. This event offers online racers the exciting opportunity to challenge professional drivers in DiRT Rally 2.0.
Official World RX drivers will participate in this thrilling championship, and fans worldwide are encouraged to earn their spot on the grid against these skilled racers when a qualifying event goes live on DiRT Rally 2.0 on PC via Steam on March 28th. Competitors who excel in completing the six-lap race around the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya in the fastest time will receive an invitation to join the livestreamed showcase.
Racing from Your Living Room
This is not the only virtual racing initiative that Motorsport Games is currently involved in. The company is also operating and broadcasting the #NotTheGP series, the eNASCAR Heat Pro League, the Le Mans Esports Series, and the DiRT World Series.
“With so much of the sporting world currently unable to compete, it’s great to see the gaming community come together for virtual tournaments, which provide some relief during these uncertain times,” explained Ross Gowing, Game Director of DiRT Rally 2.0 at Codemasters. “We’re thrilled to be a part of the World RX Esports Invitational Championship and look forward to seeing pro drivers and fans take on DiRT Rally 2.0 in a competitive, yet enjoyable, environment.”
To enter, PC Steam players should visit the ‘My Teams’ section of DiRT Rally 2.0 on the 28th from 10:00 AM GMT / 6:00 AM ET / 3:00 AM PT, and select the specially marked promotional FIA World Rallycross tile from the Events screen. Subsequent rounds of the championship will occur on the dates of the selected 2020 FIA World Rallycross Championship events that have been postponed. The inaugural race, the Barcelona World RX Esports Invitational, is set for Sunday, April 19th, utilizing DiRT Rally 2.0 on PC via Steam.
