The GT Academy, which is based on the Gran Turismo game, is an eight-month pan-European competition that combines virtual and real-life racing.

The two winners of the Playstation competition will be rewarded with a four-month training programme that will see them earn their driving licenses, followed by race driving a Nissan 350z in the 24h endurance race in Dubai.

Simon Sproule, corporate vice president, global communications, for Nissan, said: “This represents the competition prize of a lifetime for racing enthusiasts; a prize that brings the worlds of gaming and racing even closer together.

“We look forward to welcoming our new team drivers for the race in Dubai."