SUPER FORMULA

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  Ayumu Iwasa

  TEAM MUGEN AUTOBACS

  After solidifying his foundation at the Suzuka Circuit Racing School Formula (SRS-F, now HRS-Suzuka), he challenged overseas competition at an early stage and won the series championship in the 2020 French F4 Championship. In FIA Formula 2 (F2), he ranked 5th in the series in 2022 and 4th in 2023. His 2023 results also met the requirements for the Super License necessary to participate in F1.
  Domestically, he has been competing in SUPER FORMULA since 2024 and won the series championship in 2025. The 2026 season draws attention as he faces tougher challenges as the reigning champion.
  He is also active as a reserve driver for the Visa Cash App Racing Bulls Formula One Team in F1, competing simultaneously on both domestic and international stages.

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  Sho Tsuboi

  VANTELIN TEAM TOM’S

  Started karting at age 5 and earned a scholarship at the Formula Toyota Racing School (FTRS, now TGR-DC RS) in 2011. Made his 4 wheels debut in 2012 in Formula Challenge Japan (FCJ), steadily gaining experience step by step.
  A major feature is that he has won titles in both of Japan's top-tier categories, SUPER FORMULA and SUPER GT (GT500). He won the series championship in SUPER FORMULA in 2024 and continued to fight at the center of the title race by finishing second in the series in 2025.
  Furthermore, in 2025, he also gained experience in test driving with the Haas F1 Team, expanding the scope of his activities.

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  Kakunoshin Ota

  DOCOMO TEAM DANDELION RACING

  He started racing at the age of 3, honing his skills in karting while gaining early overseas experience. Domestically, he competes in SUPER FORMULA as a member of DOCOMO TEAM DANDELION RACING and finished 3rd in the 2025 season standings.
  His competitive driving at the Motegi 2&4 Race also left a strong impression, with a battle for the lead against teammate Masayuki Makino continuing until the final stages at Motegi in 2024. In 2025 as well, the memorable fights involved teammates competing for victory.
  Furthermore, recognized for his racing achievements in Japan and his performance on site, he has also been competing in the North American IMSA series since 2025. He is steadily building experience both domestically and internationally.

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  Masayuki Makino

  DOCOMO TEAM DANDELION RACING

  After honing his skills in karting, he has built up experience mainly in formula racing and has been competing in SUPER FORMULA since 2019. In recent years, he has participated in more races fighting at the top, finishing 4th in the series in the 2025 season.
  He has a clear track record at Motegi, having won at Mobility Resort Motegi in 2024. Furthermore, he also won Round 3 held at Mobility Resort Motegi in 2025. In recent years at Motegi, he has consistently been involved in the fight for victory on race weekends, and expectations are high for him to be among the contenders again in 2026.
  Additionally, he has a history of winning the series title in SUPER GT (GT500), and his ability to consistently secure victories throughout the season is also a strong asset.

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  Tomoki Nojiri

  TEAM MUGEN AUTOBACS

  He graduated at the top of his class from the Suzuka Circuit Racing School Formula (SRS-F, now HRS-Suzuka) in 2008 and has built his career over a long period since then. He has been competing in Super Formula since 2014 and continues to fight among the top contenders.
  A major highlight is winning the series championship in 2021 and 2022. Achieving the title of annual champion for two consecutive years demonstrates the strength to win consistently throughout the season.
  Additionally, at Motegi in 2024, he secured a 3rd place podium finish. Although he ranked 5th in 2025, his race management and adaptability backed by experience remain intact, making his performance in the top tier a focus of attention in 2026 as well.

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  Kalle Rovanperä

  KCMG

  He is a top driver who has reached the pinnacle of the FIA World Rally Championship (WRC) and won the series championship in 2022 and 2023.
  That driver, Rovanperä, will participate in SUPER FORMULA starting from the 2026 season. The move of a WRC champion seriously challenging formula racing has become a major topic and is one of the highlights of the 2026 season.
  The key point will be how quickly he adapts to the different pace of qualifying, the strategic battles on the circuit, and the importance of tire management, which differ from rallying.

• Check out the new teams in SUPER FORMULA
  2026 Team Lineup Announcement

JSB1000

*Photo taken in 2025

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  Katsuyuki Nakagusa

  YAMAHA FACTORY RACING TEAM

  He is a Rider who has led the title battles for many years in the premier class of the All Japan Road Race, JSB1000, and is a representative figure of the series. He has won the overall championship 13 times in JSB1000, and claimed the title with a perfect winning record in 2021 and 2022.
  He has experience competing in MotoGP™ on the world stage and has built up practical adaptability to adjust to environments within limited time.
  He finished the 2025 season ranked 1st place in the JSB1000 annual standings. The 2026 season will be one where, as the champion, he faces intense scrutiny, making consistent point accumulation throughout the year the key focus.

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  Ryo Mizuno

  SDG DUCATI Team KAGAYAMA

  He is an aggressive Rider with the speed to break into the top competition in JSB1000. His speed during weekends when he is in winning form is his appeal, and he has shown a strong presence in the battle for the top positions.
  In 2025, despite facing difficult moments throughout the season due to injuries sustained in an accident during testing, he still showed performances that broke into the top ranks at crucial points.
  He finished the 2025 season ranked 2nd overall in the JSB1000 standings. The focus for 2026 is whether he can build momentum throughout the year in full condition and accumulate points among the top positions.

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  Kota Nosane

  Astemo Pro Honda SI Racing

  This Rider has experienced the pinnacle in the domestic top class and has also competed on the world stage. In addition to the achievements accumulated in the All Japan Championship, they have a diverse range of experience honed in different environments, including participation in WorldSBK, substitute appearances in MotoGP™, and competition in Moto2™.
  Even after returning to the domestic circuit, he continued to be involved in the top-tier battles and finished the 2025 season ranked 4th overall in the JSB1000 standings.
  In 2026, the key point will be whether he can enter the top-tier battles from the early part of the season and increase his chances of competing for victories.

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  Takuya Tsuda

  Team SUZUKI CN CHALLENGE

  This Rider has the experience of continuously competing at the highest level in Japan and the adaptability built up through many years of actual racing. They also have experience participating in MotoGP™ overseas, gaining practical experience in the world’s top racing environment.
  In recent years, he has also been involved as a Rider in SUZUKI's "CN CHALLENGE" project using sustainable fuel, continuing to take on challenges at race sites.
  He finished the 2025 season ranked 7th in the JSB1000 annual standings. In 2026, the key point will be whether he can build momentum from the start of the season and accumulate points in the top ranks.

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  Tetta Nagashima

  DUNLOP Racing Team with YAHAGI

  A Rider who combines the perspective gained from experience in the World Championship with practical skills in the top domestic category. In addition to competing in Moto2™, he has also raced in the premier class of MotoGP™, accumulating knowledge gained from world-class environments throughout his career.
  Furthermore, in the opening round of the 2026 WorldSBK, he participated as a substitute rider and managed to score points despite the challenging conditions of a short-term assignment. This highlights his quick adaptability to situations and his precision in bringing races to a close.
  Domestically, he finished the 2025 season ranked 8th in the JSB1000 annual standings. In 2026, the key point will be whether he can apply the experience gained internationally to domestic races and continue to compete at the top.

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  Yuki Kunii

  SDG Team HARC-PRO.Honda

  This Rider possesses "world experience points," having achieved results domestically before challenging the world stage and then returning to the domestic top class. In addition to winning the ST1000 title domestically, he became the series champion in the 2024 FIM ASIA ROAD RACING CHAMPIONSHIP (ARRC) ASB1000 class.
  In 2025, he competed in Moto2™ and gained experience through actual races on the international stage. The 2026 season will be his full-fledged participation in JSB1000, with focus on his adaptation to the new class and the results he achieves.

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