The 2026 RU Esports Series Is On

The lights are on. The grid is forming. On February 22, the Racing Unleashed Esports Series returns — and 2026 marks a new chapter for competitive sim racing at Racing Unleashed.

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This season isn’t just about racing faster. It’s about building a clear, professional pathway — from your first timed lap all the way to the top tier of the RU Esports ecosystem.

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Whether you’re chasing lap times, dreaming of championships, or just ready to take the next step: this is your entry point.

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One Ecosystem. Three Championships. One Goal.

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For 2026, the Racing Unleashed Esports Series introduces a three-tier structure designed to reward performance, consistency, and progression.

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RU3 – Where It All Begins

RU3 is the open gateway into the Racing Unleashed Esports world. This is where drivers from across the global sim racing community enter the system, set their times, and prove they belong. No invitations. No shortcuts. Just you, the car, and the clock. You’ll compete in the Formula RSS 3 2026, inside Racing Unleashed Lounges — the same professional environment used at every level of the series.

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RU2 – The Proving Ground

RU2 is where ambition meets pressure. Drivers here fight across a full championship season, with promotion and demotion always in play. It’s about more than raw pace — adaptability, consistency, and racecraft decide who moves up and who drops back. The grid competes in the Formula RSS 2 2025, battling for a 38,000 CHF prize pool and a shot at the top tier.

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RU1 – The Flagship Championship

RU1 is the pinnacle. Only 20 elite drivers earn a seat in Racing Unleashed’s flagship championship, racing the Formula Hybrid 2025 for a 122,000 CHF prize pool. This is professional sim racing at its sharpest — high stakes, fixed grids, and uncompromising competition. RU1 isn’t just a title. It’s a destination.

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Racing, Live and On-Site

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Every race in the Racing Unleashed Esports Series happens live inside Racing Unleashed Lounges.

That means:

• Identical hardware for every driver
• A controlled, professional race environment
• Live competition you can feel — not just stream

Fans, partners, and the community are invited to experience race day up close, where digital competition meets real-world atmosphere.

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How to Join the 2026 RU Esports Series

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Your journey into the Racing Unleashed Esports ecosystem starts with a few simple steps:

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Step 1 – Register Online

Sign up via the official registration link on the Racing Unleashed website.

This locks in your entry point for the 2026 season.

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Step 2 – Join the Community

Join the official Racing Unleashed Discord.

This is mandatory — and essential. It’s where you’ll receive updates, event details, announcements, and everything you need to stay connected throughout the season.

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Step 3 – Compete in Open Qualifiers (RU3)

Set your fastest possible time in the RU3 Open Qualifiers.

Every lap counts. This is your chance to prove you belong on the next stage.

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Step 4 – Enter the RU3 Championship

The fastest drivers from each Racing Unleashed lounge advance into the RU3 Championship phase — officially entering the Racing Unleashed Esports ecosystem and starting their climb through the ranks.

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A Fixed Place on the Sim Racing Calendar

The Racing Unleashed Esports Series is no longer just a season. It’s a permanent fixture — built on standardized hardware, exclusive car platforms, and a long-term championship structure that rewards real progression. This is sim racing with continuity. With ambition. With a future.