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That's not all. Since 2008, Gran Turismo has partnered with Nissan to host the Nissan GT Academy: a real-life driving school designed for the world's best Gran Turismo players. Gamers compete against worldwide opponents for a shot at attending the academy, and at least one graduate, Jann Mardenborough, has gone on to become an actual motorsport racer.
FORZA MOTORSPORT 7 ONLINE(2016)
Polyphony Digital will bestow the "FIA Gran Turismo Digital License" upon talented, considerate Gran Turismo Sport players. Yes, you read that correctly. Play Gran Turismo can get you an actual motorsports license to participate in real track-racing events, provided you have also completed other necessary registration requirements.
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