A legendary rider who continues to lead the domestic top class even after turning 40. In the 2025 season, he secured 2nd place on the podium at the opening round, the Motegi 2&4 Race, and won both Race 1 and Race 2 at Round 2, the Superbike Race in SUGO, maintaining a strong lead in the annual points ranking. This season, he is also participating in the Suzuka 8 Hours for the first time since 2019, making him a unique presence who, despite his extensive career, never loses his challenging spirit.

Ryo Mizuno, who has been challenging the JSB1000 class with 'DUCATI Team KAGAYAMA' since 2024, brilliantly demonstrated Ducati's potential by winning the Motegi 2&4 Race that same year. In the 2025 season, although he also claimed victory at the opening round, the Motegi 2&4 Race, he missed Round 2 due to an injury sustained in a crash during pre-event testing at SUGO. His return to the Suzuka 8 Hours and the Motegi event this summer is eagerly awaited.

Returning to the All Japan Road Race for the first time in 8 years since 2017. This season, competing on the BMW factory-spec M1000RR, which also performed well in the Superbike World Championship, he is holding a strong position at 2nd place in the annual points ranking. Utilizing his overseas experience, he is showcasing skillful riding and also challenging the Suzuka 8 Hours, making him a dark horse presence in 2025.

A skilled Rider with experience competing in MotoGP™. Currently ranked 10th in the annual points standings, he made a strong start at the 2024 Motegi 2&4 Race by securing the "holeshot." Since Mobility Resort Motegi is a circuit he excels at, we look forward to a strong and impactful performance!