🎮🏁 GRAN TURISMO 7 SOUTH AFRICA SEASON – WEEK 3: THE TRIPLE THREAT THRILLER 🏁🎮

And just like that, Week 3 of the Gran Turismo 7 South Africa Season has roared to a close — but not without leaving a trail of tire smoke, shattered egos, and unforgettable moments in its wake.

This week, our fearless drivers were thrown into the deep end of one of the most chaotic and exhilarating race combos in recent memory — a Steven Berry Special that will be whispered about in paddocks for seasons to come.

A triple-threat gauntlet that tested every ounce of skill, nerve, and adaptability our racers could muster.

From the precision tarmac ballet of Watkins Glen, to the dust-choked chaos of Fisherman’s Ranch, and finally to the icy grip of Lake Louise, drivers were forced to master every terrain Gran Turismo 7 could throw at them.
Rally cars were the weapon of choice, but the real battle was between man, machine, and the merciless elements.

But amidst the high-octane action, one unexpected contender stole the spotlight once again:

🏆 The Pit Entry Wall.

Yes, the unassuming concrete nemesis claimed more victims than any apex or hairpin. It devoured egos, shattered dreams, and became the undisputed MVP of the weekend.

In every pool, in every race, it stood tall — a silent sentinel of destruction. We may be witnessing the most pitlane incidents in GT South Africa history — a record no one wanted, but everyone will remember.

Yet beyond the carnage, the racing was nothing short of spectacular.

🚗💨 Door-to-door duels,
💥 Unscheduled meetings with the infamous Barrie R,
🔥 90-degree drifts, and the rise of unsung heroes who seized the spotlight while the usual frontrunners found themselves tangled in mid-pack mayhem.

The result?
A points shake-up of seismic proportions.
With Season 2 of 2025 now 25% complete, the leaderboard is wide open.

The title fight is alive, unpredictable, and more intense than ever. Every lap counts. Every mistake matters. And every driver knows — it’s all still to play for.

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🔮 Looking Ahead: Race 4 – Return to the Temple of Speed

Next up, we return to sacred ground — Fuji Speedway, nestled beneath the majestic Mount Fuji. It’s back to GT3 machinery, and back to where it all began in Round 1, JAPAN!

But don’t expect a calm return to normalcy.

🌧️ The forecast? Wet. Very wet.
With rain predicted to drench the circuit, the stage is set for a 21-lap endurance showdown where strategy, tire management, and sheer concentration will separate the contenders from the pretenders. 

Let’s hope the FIA grants access to Racing Wet tyres — unlike the controversial call at last weekend’s F1 race in Belgium.

But beyond the weather and the technical demands of Fuji, this race offers something deeper — a chance for reflection and growth. 

In the spirit of Kaizen, the Japanese philosophy of continuous improvement, drivers now have the opportunity to learn from the chaos of the past three weeks — especially the pitlane mishaps — and evolve.

Kaizen teaches us that greatness isn’t achieved through perfection, but through small, consistent steps forward. Every pitlane error, every missed apex, every lost position is a lesson — and Fuji, with its rich heritage and unforgiving layout, is the perfect classroom.

This will be a race of survival. A race of precision. A race where keeping the car pointing in the right direction might just be the biggest victory of all. And above all — let’s hope the pit wall doesn’t make another cameo.

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🎙️ The stage is set. The engines are primed. The hunt for the 2025 Gran Turismo Champion is far from over.
Buckle up. Race 4 is coming. And with it, a chance to embrace Kaizen — and drive forward, better than before.

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