🐉🏁 From Pitlane Peril to the Death Chicane: Gran Turismo South Africa Season 2 Roars to Life 🏁🐉


The engines have barely cooled, but the adrenaline is still surging. The Gran Turismo South Africa 2025 Racing League has exploded into Season 2 with a thunderous double-header that left drivers breathless and fans on the edge of their seats. What was expected to be a smooth start turned into a brutal awakening, as the first two races delivered chaos, carnage, and championship-shaking drama.

Race 1
Race 2

This week, the battleground was none other than the legendary Dragon Trail Seaside Circuit in Croatia. A 24-lap showdown awaited, where GT3 beasts were unleashed in a high-speed ballet of precision and power. But beneath the beauty of the coastal track lurked a monster that has haunted even the most seasoned veterans — the infamous Death Chicane, also known as the Bus Stop.

This deceptively simple section has earned its name in blood and carbon fiber. Approached at blistering speeds, it demands perfection. One misstep, one inch too wide, and the barriers bite back with unforgiving force. Champions were humbled. Newcomers were baptized in fire. And the standings? Shattered and reshuffled in spectacular fashion.


Some played it safe and reaped the rewards. Others gambled everything and paid the price. The result? A leaderboard turned upside down, and a championship narrative that’s already impossible to predict.

Yet, amidst the chaos, the paddock buzzed with excitement. Drivers and teams praised the race combos, calling them some of the most exhilarating in recent memory. But just as the dust began to settle, the GTSA Admins dropped a bombshell.

In a surprise Friday announcement, Admin Steven Berry revealed that Race 3 would take a wild detour — straight into the dirt. That’s right. The entire season’s allocation of Dirt Tyres has been unleashed. The next challenge? A Triple Threat Rally Gauntlet featuring classic Group B Rally Cars on treacherous, alternative surfaces.



Mr Berry was tight-lipped on the details, but one thing is clear.
This Thursday, drivers will face a test unlike anything before. Grip will vanish. Control will be a myth. And only the boldest will survive.

The community is already buzzing. Testing is underway. Opinions are flying. Some cheer. Some groan. But one thing is certain — no one wants to miss out. The fear of missing out is real, and we’re hoping for full grids when the lights go out.

Speaking of full grids, Race 2 saw the debut of an eighth pool of racers, a thrilling expansion that promises even more action, rivalries, and unforgettable moments as the season unfolds.

As we charge forward into the unknown, one question echoes louder than ever: Who will rise, and who will fall?

Only time will tell. But one thing’s for sure — this season is already legendary.

HAVE YOU SEEN THIS SEASON'S COMPETITIONS?

Here is a Quick Guide, with links to all the relevant pages

As we head to Race 1, below is where you can find, all you need to know

  1. S2 Webpage (Includes Race Details, Race Pools, League Points)
  2. DG-Edge Tournament Page (Includes Real Time Results and Points)
    - Sign Up to DG-Edge Claim your Profile
    - Those not signed up, will not see points reflecting
  3.  Discord Community (Stay in touch with the community, and Drivers in your Pools)
  4. Incident Reports (Report any race incidents for review)
  5. Sponsors (View the current and previous GTSA Sponsors Pages)
  6. Contact Us (if you need help, here's where to find us)

    Don't forget to catch all the Racing Action on the Gran Turismo SA Youtube Channel

    Keep Up to date by visiting the Gran Turismo SA Website and following the inside scoop on the drivers via our GTSA Discord

     
    Blogpost by Murray Stalker

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