Spain White Triumphs at Mumbai's Cup of Nations Sim Racing Championship

Spain White Claims Victory in Sim Racing Championship

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], November 10: Team Spain White emerged victorious at the 'Cup of Nations' held at the NSCI Dome in Mumbai, where 40 sim racing competitors, including 20 world champions, showcased their skills over three days.

This event was organized by Mumbai Falcons Racing Limited (MFRL) in collaboration with Formula 1, marking India's debut in an international sim racing competition. The Indian representatives, Karl Verghese and Siddharth Sathgare, who finished in the top two at the F1 Sim Racing India Open 2026, represented Team India Orange.

Leading Team Spain White, Ismael Fahssi dominated the finals, winning all four races and securing the championship with a total of 103 points. His teammate, Alejandro Loureiro, played a crucial role in their success, finishing ahead of Team Netherlands Red, represented by Thomas Ronhaar and Matthijs van Erven, who took second place with 60 points. Team Hungary Red, featuring Dani Bereznay and Gabor Csontos, rounded out the podium with 49 points.

After his win, Ismael Fahssi expressed his pride, stating, “Winning this title for Spain is incredibly meaningful. It’s a privilege to represent my country on such a prestigious platform and to achieve four wins makes this experience unforgettable.”

The Cup of Nations utilized a double-elimination format, commencing on November 7 with 20 teams split into two groups for the initial rounds. The competition progressed through knockout stages, culminating in a Grand Final where the top 10 teams vied for the championship.

The Grand Final featured races across four iconic circuits from the Formula 1 calendar:

- Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez (Mexico)

- Interlagos Circuit (Brazil)

- Lusail International Circuit (Qatar)

- Yas Marina Circuit (UAE)

The 'Cup of Nations' signifies a pivotal moment in MFRL's mission to enhance the motorsport landscape in India. Through its One in a Billion initiative, backed by a ₹3 crore Driver Development Fund, MFRL aims to discover and nurture emerging talent across the nation. By hosting international sim racing events, they provide Indian drivers with opportunities to compete alongside global talent, reinforcing their commitment to making motorsport more accessible and fostering the next generation of racers.

Cup of Nations Final Team Standings:

Position Team Drivers Points

- Team Spain White Ismael Fahssi (Spain), Alejandro Loureiro (Spain) 103

- Team Netherlands Red Thomas Ronhaar (Netherlands), Matthijs van Erven (Netherlands) 60

- Team Hungary Red Dani Bereznay (Hungary), Gabor Csontos (Hungary) 49

- Team Central Europe White Jan Haladej (Czech Republic), Filip Presnajder (Slovakia) 42

- Team UK Red Alfie Butcher (Great Britain), Dylan Warren (Great Britain) 36

- Team World White Bari Broumand (Iran), Gregory Przybyl (Australia) 32

- Team Western Europe John Evans (Great Britain), Duncan Hofland (Netherlands) 26

- Team Nordics Joni Tormala (Finland), Leo Lund (Sweden) 25

- Team Hungary White Istvan Puki (Hungary), Tamas Gal (Hungary) 20

- Team UK White Jake Benham (Great Britain), Shanaka Clay (Great Britain) 11.