Global Racing League
What We're All About
Our goal at the Global Racing League is to provide a community racing experience unmatched on iRacing. We welcome drivers of all skill levels who value clean, competitive racing and want to trust their competitors—and be trusted in return.
Learning and growth are at the heart of GRL. Our league fosters an environment where racers can teach, learn, and improve together without the unnecessary pressure, expectation, or toxicity often found in competitive settings. While we embrace the thrill of racing, our priority is respect on the track.
We encourage smart, calculated racing—not reckless moves that end a competitor’s race. The ultimate goal? Crossing the finish line together, pushing each other to improve while maintaining the integrity of competition.
Formats
While all of our series follow the official iRacing schedules, our race formats offer much more variety. Throughout the seasons, we feature three distinct formats with slight variations in race length
- Classic Heats
- Two-race format: Qualifying sets the grid for Race 1, with the top 8 reversed for Race 2.
- Super Heats
- Three-race format: Qualifying sets the grid for Race 1, the top 4 are reversed for Race 2, and the top 8 are reversed for Race 3.
- Endurance
- A single 40–60 minute race with mandatory pit stops.
Categories
We divide drivers into Pro and Am classes based on their pace rather than race results. This ensures that each driver competes against others with similar speed and skill levels, creating a more balanced and competitive championship experience.
Stewarding
We have independent stewarding teams from other series to ensure fair and unbiased reviews of incidents. All Lap 1 incidents are automatically reviewed by our stewards, and for anything else, drivers can submit a protest for review. Our penalty system is firm but straightforward—we want drivers who race hard but respect each other, and we’re happy to give chances to those willing to learn from mistakes. However, we won’t tolerate reckless driving. Thankfully, we’ve built a community of racers who truly embody the spirit of clean, competitive racing
Our Series
F4 Cup ChallengeTuesdays @ 2:00 AM UTC
MX5/GT4 ChallengeWednesdays @ 2:00 AM UTC
Euro Jetta Cup ChallengeWednesdays @ 8:00 PM UTC
Americas Porsche Cup ChallengeFridays @ 2:00 AM UTC
Euro/Global Porsche Cup ChallengeSundays @ 8:00 PM UTC
F4 Cup Challenge
Overall
| Pos | Driver | Nat | Cls | CPos | Rnds | CWin | CPod | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Michael McLeod |  | Pro | 1 | 11 | 10 | 15 | 449 |
| 2 | Cory Karnick |  | Pro | 2 | 10 | 5 | 11 | 432 |
| 3 | Robert Lewallyn | | Pro | 3 | 9 | 2 | 9 | 423 |
| 4 | Ian Gibbs | | Pro | 4 | 8 | 1 | 8 | 362 |
| 5 | Christopher Daly4 |  | Pro | 5 | 10 | 0 | 3 | 342 |
MX5/GT4 Challenge
GT4
| Pos | Driver | Nat | Cls | CPos | Rnds | CWin | CPod | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Troy Cheron | | Pro | 1 | 10 | 2 | 15 | 574 |
| 2 | Glen Faught | | Pro | 2 | 11 | 6 | 9 | 571 |
| 3 | Brandon Lyn | | Pro | 3 | 11 | 1 | 5 | 508 |
| 4 | Brad Watling | | Pro | 4 | 8 | 1 | 7 | 496 |
| 5 | Andrew Berg3 | | Pro | 5 | 11 | 0 | 1 | 488 |
MX5
| Pos | Driver | Nat | Cls | CPos | Rnds | CWin | CPod | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Justin Hodge3 | | Pro | 1 | 10 | 11 | 14 | 597 |
| 2 | Michael McLeod | | Pro | 2 | 11 | 1 | 13 | 559 |
| 3 | Andrés Navarro2 |  | Pro | 3 | 10 | 3 | 9 | 548 |
| 4 | Austin Schildhauer | | Am | 1 | 11 | 10 | 15 | 485 |
| 5 | Arthur Chu | | Pro | 4 | 9 | 0 | 1 | 465 |
Euro Jetta Cup Challenge
Standings
| Pos | Driver | Nat | Cls | CPos | Rnds | CWin | CPod | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sam Vanolst |  | Am | 1 | 10 | 7 | 16 | 327 |
| 2 | Patryk Dopart |  | Am | 2 | 10 | 2 | 10 | 306 |
| 3 | Jon Bayliffe | | Am | 3 | 9 | 3 | 12 | 302 |
| 4 | Arthur Thurtle | | Am | 4 | 8 | 4 | 10 | 279 |
| 5 | Eric Manintveld |  | Am | 5 | 7 | 1 | 6 | 273 |
Americas Porsche Cup Challenge
Overall
| Pos | Driver | Nat | Cls | CPos | Rnds | CWin | CPod | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Landon Lechner | | Pro | 1 | 11 | 4 | 16 | 569 |
| 2 | James Gasch | | Pro | 2 | 11 | 1 | 8 | 532 |
| 3 | Jean William Rivera |  | Pro | 3 | 11 | 1 | 7 | 501 |
| 4 | Sergii Porokh |  | Pro | 4 | 11 | 0 | 4 | 479 |
| 5 | Matthew Deschenes | | Pro | 5 | 8 | 8 | 10 | 472 |
Euro/Global Porsche Cup Challenge
Overall
| Pos | Driver | Nat | Cls | CPos | Rnds | CWin | CPod | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Robert Koppler |  | Pro | 1 | 9 | 6 | 13 | 404 |
| 2 | Guy R Edwards | | Pro | 2 | 9 | 5 | 11 | 392 |
| 3 | Mats Strand |  | Pro | 3 | 8 | 1 | 2 | 321 |
| 4 | Ville Pötrönen |  | Pro | 4 | 7 | 4 | 9 | 316 |
| 5 | Jon Bayliffe | | Pro | 5 | 9 | 2 | 5 | 315 |
GRL on The Chicane Podcast
Global Racing League: How it Makes Sim Racers Faster
Mar 17, 2025
The Chicane Podcast recently welcomed back GRL admin Vlad along with Mike from The SimRacing Den and fellow league member Neil to discuss the end of Season 5 and what makes Global Racing League stand out. The episode covered the league’s competitive yet welcoming environment, its structured stewarding process, and the camaraderie that keeps racers coming back. From close battles on track to post-race incident reviews that help drivers improve, GRL continues to provide one of the best organized racing experiences in sim racing. Check out the full episode and get ready for Season 6
Guide to League Racing
Jan 13, 2025
Our very own Vlad Sanchez was on The Chicane Podcast to discuss the benefits of league racing. In this episode, he shares his evolution from a casual sim racer to a GRL admin, dives into the challenges of online racing, and reveals how our league’s unique community and innovative approach keep the adrenaline high. Check out the full episode to hear his insights and behind-the-scenes stories!