Suélio Almeida’s Journey from Gamer to Pro Driver | Inside Sim Racing Podcast Ep. 06

What does it really cost to go racing at the professional level? Suélio Almeida, one of the most inspiring sim-to-real success stories, sits down with Brian Bielanski to share the true price of chasing the dream — both financially and personally.

From burning thousands of hours on Gran Turismo to mastering piano recitals and more than 3,000 sessions as a sim racing coach, Suélio reveals how his background in music shaped his racing skills, why patience and practice matter more than raw talent, and what it takes to make the jump from sim racing to IMSA competition.

If you’ve ever wondered how sim racing can unlock a real-world racing career, or why your practice routine might be holding you back, this episode is packed with insights, stories, and strategies that will change how you look at motorsport.

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