The Lobby mode in Gran Turismo Sport was remarkably extensive, allowing players to create custom events with their own rules, vehicle restrictions, and race formats entirely separate from the official Sport Mode championship structure. However, like any online platform, it wasn’t immune to technical hiccups.
The update’s timing—released after the conclusion of the 2021 FIA Certified GT Online Championship’s Nations Cup rounds but before the final Manufacturer Series events—was likely intentional. This allowed the developer to implement stability fixes before the championship’s climax, ensuring that the most important races of the season proceeded without technical interruptions. Gran Turismo Sport Update 1.68