Wet sessions across qualifying placed additional importance on tyre management and adaptability, with Kento Omiya emerging as the standout performer over a single lap. Omiya secured pole position for both Race 4 and Race 5, establishing himself as the early benchmark despite the difficult conditions around Suzuka.
Race 4 saw Omiya convert pole position into victory after a controlled performance in damp and unpredictable conditions. Yuzuki Miura finished second after remaining within striking distance throughout the race, while Masana Muto completed the podium in third. The changing grip levels across the circuit ensured mistakes remained costly, with drivers forced to continually adapt as the surface evolved through the race.
By Sunday, the circuit had transitioned into dry conditions, reshaping the competitive picture for Race 5. Ryota Horachi emerged at the front to secure victory, capitalising on the improved grip levels and race pace during the dry contest. Muto followed in second to secure his second podium finish of the weekend, while Miura added another third-place result to continue one of the most consistent weekends in the field.
Although Omiya’s qualifying performances established him as one of the key figures of the Suzuka round, the split victories between Omiya and Horachi reinforced the competitive depth continuing to define the Formula Regional Japan grid. Across wet and dry conditions alike, Suzuka delivered another closely fought chapter in the early stages of the championship battle.
