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Kyojo Cup racing championship developments
Overview
The Kyojo Cup, an all-female single-seater championship in Japan, progressed through its second year during the autumn of 2026.
In early October, driver Rina Ito reported progress in her transition from race queen to racing driver, noting a focus on improving lap time consistency. It was also announced that Maaya Orido would return to the series with New’z Racing Club for the season finale after previously withdrawing to compete in the All-Japan EV Championship.
During Round 4 at Fuji Speedway on October 10–11, Miki Onaga secured her first season victory in the Sprint race after starting from pole. In the Final race, Kokoro Sato achieved her first series win following a safety car period caused by an early accident. As the championship approached its conclusion, Rio Tomishita maintained the lead in the standings, with six drivers remaining in contention for the title.
Entities
Maaya Orido · New'z Racing Club · KYOJO CUP · Rina Ito · Fuji Speedway
Timeline
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[SPORTS] 5 sourcesMiki Onaga and Kokoro Sato win at KYOJO CUP Rd. 4
Miki Onaga claimed her first season win in the KYOJO CUP Sprint, while Kokoro Sato secured her maiden victory in the Final at Fuji Speedway.
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[SPORTS] 2 sourcesKyojo Cup features driver transitions and Maaya Orido's return
Japan's Kyojo Cup all-female racing series sees driver Rina Ito working on lap time consistency and the surprise return of Maaya Orido with New'z Racing Club for the season finale.
Sources
as-web.jp · jugem.jp · news.cube-soft.jp · news.webike.net · racers-behindthehelmet.com · sportsmania.jp