As we bid farewell to 2025, Gran Turismo 7 players are in for a thrilling send-off with a fresh set of Daily Races designed to keep the adrenaline pumping through the holidays and into the new year. With many gamers enjoying some well-deserved downtime, the tracks are set to buzz with activity—especially given the enticing festive login bonuses (https://www.gtplanet.net/gran-turismo-7-festive-login-bonuses-20251215/) that make logging in irresistible. But here's where it gets interesting: this week’s races feel eerily familiar, almost mirroring a lineup from earlier this year (https://www.gtplanet.net/gran-turismo-7-daily-races-20250519/). Is this a nod to nostalgia, or a strategic move to test players’ adaptability?
The standout change comes in Race C, which transforms a once straightforward sprint into a tactical marathon. Set on the iconic Red Bull Ring, this 12-lap Gr.4 showdown now demands a mid-race tire swap between Racing Medium and Racing Soft compounds. But here’s the twist: with a 6x tire wear multiplier, do you push the Softs to their limit or play it safe? And this is the part most people miss—a botched pit entry or exit could cost you a three-second penalty, served on-track in a designated zone. It’s a high-stakes gamble that could make or break your race time.
Races A and B, however, are carbon copies of their May counterparts. Race A sees you navigating the twisty Kyoto Driving Park Miyabi in the Gran Turismo Racing Kart 125 Shifter, where a False Start Check keeps everyone honest—one wrong move, and you’re hit with a torque-cut penalty. Pro tip: keep that handbrake engaged until the lights go out. And while your Driver Rating (DR) remains untouched, your Sportsmanship Rating (SR) is very much in play. Karts’ quirky handling means one mistake could cost you dearly, potentially impacting your DR down the line.
Race B is a no-frills, four-lap sprint around the reverse layout of Autodrome Lago Maggiore in Gr.3 cars. The BMW M6 GT3 is the crowd favorite again, but don’t let its dominance fool you—this race is all about raw speed and precision. But here’s a controversial take: with Racing Medium tires and minimal restrictions, is this race too straightforward, or does it offer a pure test of driving skill?
Daily Races remain the cornerstone of GT7’s ranked multiplayer scene, shaping your DR and SR—the metrics that determine your standing in the game’s esports series (https://www.gtplanet.net/gtws-manufacturers-cup-exhibition-20251107/). To join the fray, you’ll need to unlock Sport Mode by completing Menu Book 9 in the GT Cafe (https://www.gtplanet.net/gt7-how-to-unlock-everything-20220305/), and don’t forget your PlayStation Plus subscription.
With the next update slated for January 5, 2026, now’s the time to dive in. Here’s the breakdown:
Gran Turismo 7 Daily Races December 29: Race A
- Track: Kyoto Driving Park Miyabi – 8 laps
- Car: Gran Turismo Racing Kart 125 Shifter – Garage/Specified Car
- Tires: Sports Soft
- Start Type: Grid Start with False Start Check
Gran Turismo 7 Daily Races December 29: Race B
- Track: Autodrome Lago Maggiore Full Reverse – 4 laps
- Car: Gr.3 – Garage/Specified Car
- Tires: Racing Medium
- Start Type: Rolling Start
Gran Turismo 7 Daily Races December 29: Race C
- Track: Red Bull Ring – 12 laps
- Car: Gr.4 – Garage/Specified Car
- Tires: Racing Medium†, Racing Soft†
- Fuel use: 2x
- Tire use: 6x
Controversial question: Do recycled race formats enhance or hinder the GT7 experience? Share your thoughts below—we want to hear from you! For more insights, check out our Gran Turismo 7 Daily Races coverage (https://www.gtplanet.net/tag/gran-turismo-7-daily-races).
