All About Gran Turismo 7 Daily Races

In Gran Turismo 7, Daily Races are the place to shine. These online races are the most popular game mode and allows you to play against others from all over the world who love Gran Turismo. Each week brings new excitement with a fresh set of Daily Races. Each race has its own car class, track, and rules.

How well you do in these races impacts your Driver Rating (DR) and Sportsmanship Rating (SR). The DR shows your skill level, rising with wins and strong finishes. The SR measures your racing behavior. It’s important to keep a high SR by racing cleanly and showing respect to others.

To be able to compete in the Daily Races, you need to unlock the Sports Mode. For this, all you need to do is completing the Menu Book 9 (“Championship: Tokyo Highway Parade”). Further, you need a Playstation Plus subscription to play online.

Before every race, you will have a qualifying time trial. The time you set here will determine your starting position in the race. Make sure to have at least one lap time, otherwise you will start from the last place.

Current Daily Races

The thrill of competition never fades in Gran Turismo 7 with the regular rotation of Daily Races. This week’s lineup is particularly captivating, featuring a range of cars and tracks that promise to keep drivers on their toes.

Daily Race A: Suzuka Circuit

Track: Suzuka Circuit – 6 laps
Car: Super Formula SF 23 / Toyota ’23 – Garage/Specified Car
Power/Weight/PP Limit: Mid-Speed (Brake Balance Partially Allowed)
Tires: Racing Soft
Start Type: Rolling Start
Mandatory Pit Stop: 0
Fuel use: 1x
Tire use: 1x

TIPS

1. Master the First Sector for a Strong Lap

The S-Curves (Turns 3-7) are crucial for setting up a fast lap. In a high-downforce car like the SF23:

Use smooth throttle control to maintain momentum.
Avoid aggressive steering inputs—let the car flow naturally through the esses.
Get a good exit out of Dunlop Curve (Turn 7) to maximize speed into the Degner section.

A strong first sector can make or break your race pace.

2. Fine-Tune Brake Balance for High-Speed Corners

Since brake balance adjustment is allowed, set it up to match your driving style:

More front bias (+1 to +2) helps with stability under heavy braking (e.g., into the Hairpin and Casio Triangle).
More rear bias (-1 to -2) can help rotate the car in mid-speed corners like Spoon Curve.

Test your balance before the race to avoid unexpected snap oversteer or understeer.

3. Use Downforce to Your Advantage

The SF23 thrives in high-speed, high-downforce sections, so:

Keep it flat through 130R unless you’re in traffic.
Trust the aerodynamics—brake later and carry speed through sweeping corners like Spoon Curve.
Avoid wheelspin out of slow corners (e.g., Hairpin, Casio Triangle) to maintain traction and prevent unnecessary tire wear.

With no fuel or tire concerns, focus on raw pace and consistency.

Race B: Trial Mountain Circuit

Track: Trial Mountain Circuit – 4 laps
Car: Gr.4 – Garage/Specified Car
Power/Weight/PP Limit: Mid-Speed (Brake Balance Partially Allowed)
Tires: Racing Hard
Start Type: Rolling Start
Mandatory Pit Stop: 0
Fuel use: 1x
Tire use: 1x

TIPS

1. Prioritize Corner Exits for the Long Straights
Trial Mountain has long straights where exit speed is key:

Turn 5 (Hairpin) – Get a clean exit to carry speed onto the long back straight.
Turn 10 (Tunnel Exit Right-Hander) – A strong exit is crucial for the run into the fast chicane.
Final Corner – Use all the track and avoid early throttle understeer to maximize speed down the start/finish straight.

Gr.4 cars rely on momentum, so avoid sliding to maintain top speed.

2. Manage the Bumpy Surface and Racing Hards
Trial Mountain has uneven terrain that can unsettle the car, especially on Racing Hard tires:

Avoid cutting curbs aggressively, particularly in the fast chicane before the final sector.
Smooth braking and steering inputs help maintain grip on the lower-grip tires.
Brake balance adjustments:
- FWD Gr.4 (Megane, Scirocco, etc.) → Move rearward (-1 or -2) to reduce front tire wear.
- MR Gr.4 (Huracán, Cayman, etc.) → Shift forward (+1 or +2) to stabilize braking.

3. Overtake Smartly in Key Sections
Since it’s a rolling start, you’ll need strategic overtakes:

Best passing spots:
- End of the back straight (Turn 6) – Use slipstream and outbrake opponents.
- Final chicane – If you’re close, pressure the driver ahead into a mistake.
- Turn 1 – A strong exit from the last corner sets up a move into Turn 1.

Trial Mountain is tight in some sections, so patience is key to avoid costly mistakes.

Race C: WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca

Track: WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca – 14 laps
Car: Gr.3 – Garage/Specified Car
Power/Weight/PP Limit: Low-Speed (Brake Balance Partially Allowed)
Tires: Racing Hard, Racing Medium
Start Type: Rolling Start
Mandatory Pit Stop: 0
Fuel use: 3x
Tire use: 9x

TIPS

1. Tire Strategy is Key – Manage Wear Over 14 Laps

With 9x tire wear, Racing Hard tires might be the safer choice, but Racing Mediums could give an early advantage if you can manage wear:

If starting on Mediums → Drive smoothly and avoid excessive sliding to extend lifespan.
If starting on Hards → Be patient early, as others on Mediums will have an edge, but they will likely slow down later in the race.
Short-shifting helps conserve tires, especially in high-power MR cars (e.g., McLaren 650S, Huracán).

2. Survive the Corkscrew and Low-Speed Corners

Laguna Seca is filled with tight corners and elevation changes. Focus on:

Corkscrew (Turn 8-8A):
- Brake before the crest at the left-side curb to avoid overshooting.
- Downshift aggressively, but don’t apply too much throttle mid-corner—let the car settle.
Andretti Hairpin (Turn 2):
- A late apex allows a better exit and prevents wheelspin on worn tires.
Final Corner (Turn 11):
- Stay tight and don’t go wide—traction loss here ruins your straight-line speed.

3. Fuel Saving Can Help, But Race Pace Matters More

With 3x fuel consumption, some cars may need a bit of fuel management:

Short-shifting (shifting at lower RPM) helps save fuel and tires.
Lift-and-coast (lifting off throttle before braking) can be useful if fuel becomes an issue.
Slipstreaming down the straight can save both fuel and tires—positioning matters.

Fuel won’t likely force a pit stop, but minimizing fuel burn could make the difference in the final laps.

Frequently Asked Questions

How Do I Participate in GT7 Daily Races?

To start racing in GT7 Daily Races, you need to meet a few steps. First, you must unlock Sport Mode. Do this by finishing Menu Book 9, called “Championship: Tokyo Highway Parade,” in the GT Cafe single-player mode. This allows you to enter online events in Gran Turismo 7.

Next, you need an active PlayStation Plus subscription. This is necessary for all online features on PlayStation consoles. After that, pay attention to the Daily Race schedules. Races happen at specific times throughout the day. Make sure to plan based on the level of difficulty you want and the time you have. When it’s time for a race, go to the Sport Mode section, choose the Daily Race you want, and get ready to compete.

What Are the Benefits of Competing in Daily Races?

Competing in Gran Turismo 7’s Daily Races gives you more than just the joy of winning. First, it lets you test your skills against players from around the world. Each race challenges you to get better, learn new tracks, and handle different cars. This helps you become a better driver.

Second, racing regularly can greatly improve your Driver Rating (DR) and Sportsmanship Rating (SR). As your DR goes up, you can enter higher leagues and race against more skilled players. This makes the races more exciting and rewarding. A higher SR shows that you can race cleanly and respectfully, which can lead to better matchmaking.