Every so often, two headlines land in the same week and end up defining the conversation for months. Back in early May 2026, that’s exactly what happened: DTM opened its esports ladder to the public through RaceRoom, and Forza Horizon Japan became the story every simracer was talking about after Forza Horizon 6 confirmed that
DTM Esports 2026 launches as a new chapter for the championship built around Germany’s Deutsche Tourenwagen Masters brand, and the changes go well beyond a fresh coat of paint. The series has rebuilt its entire competitive structure, opened the door to a much wider pool of drivers, and backed the whole thing with a EUR75,000
