The Decider at Suzuka: Khashiu-Asahi and Williams-Azurii FHolo Title Duel Heads to Final Showdown

Suzuka, Mie, 21 November — The 2025 Formula Hololive Japan World Tsuyo/Zako Cup reaches its dramatic conclusion this weekend at the iconic Suzuka Circuit, as the Finale GP @ Suzuka hosts two 150km supersprint races each day, covering 27 laps per heat. With the championship open in both Tsuyo and Zako classes, every lap now becomes part sprint, part survival, and all decisive.

The headline story rests on the Tsuyo title fight, where Mohamed Khashiu, driving for Tsunomaki Watame in his No. 3 Dallara SF23, leads the standings with 490 points. Khashiu has shown flashes of dominance this season—none greater than his brilliant Okayama GP Tsuyo Race 2 victory—but a single points-less race in Autopolis Race 1 has left him somewhat vulnerable. The pressure is heightened by the close pursuit of Joshu Asahi, representing Hakui Koyori in the No. 54 car. Asahi sits only 34 points behind at 456 and carries the momentum of a strong Autopolis weekend. A single misstep from Khashiu could swing the entire championship.

The hunt is far from a two-car affair, however. Yukihara Touka, driving for Yukihana Lamy in the No. 63 entry, remains mathematically in contention at 324 points thanks to consistent point-scoring early in the season. Close behind, Misaki Sakura, piloting AZKi’s No. 12 machine, sits at 323 points and remains a realistic threat should chaos ensue at the front. Meanwhile, Danilo Goyena for Usada Pekora, and Jake Goodwin for Ookami Mio, respectively at 292 and 258 points, will look to end their seasons with statements even if the title remains out of reach realistically.

In the Zako category, an equally tight contest looms. Tyler Williams, driving the No. 57 for Amane Kanata, leads with 438 points after a dominant early season. Yet the in-form driver entering Suzuka is unquestionably Aqua Azurii, representing Oozora Subaru in the No. 48 entry, sitting just 34 points behind at 404 with decisive wins at Okayama Zako Race 2 and Autopolis Zako Race 2. Both have thrived in explosive, short-format racing—making Suzuka’s supersprint doubleheaders fertile ground for an upset.

Behind them, Hanami Kiriko, piloting Himemori Luna’s No. 31 car, stands at 368 points and could still capitalize should the leading duo falter. Callum Gibbens for Roboco, sitting at 357, also remains well poised, while Airi Nakamura for Akai Haato retains an outside chance at 329. With the Zako midfield often producing chaotic battles, Suzuka promises to be a tactical minefield for title hopefuls.

Further down the order, momentum drivers like Kaminari Riba for Shishiro Botanhave repeatedly shown capacity to disrupt the top ranks and may play spoiler roles in the already tense championship scenarios.

For many drivers—among them Shawn Goh for Ichijou Ririka, and Lexi Boan for Shirogane Noel—the Suzuka finale is an opportunity to secure a strong end to their campaigns. And for others such as Jake Martinez, representing Tokoyami Towa after Jeff Rohan vacated his seat, Suzuka is a final attempt to salvage a difficult season. While one Dag Patterson for Isaki Riona and Ri Liu for Rindo Chihaya will make use of their new surroundings after the swap in preparation for next year.

With four supersprint heats spread across two days, no driver can afford a single lapse. Suzuka rewards rhythm, but the finale format demands aggression—and the drivers will have to find the perfect balance. By Sunday evening, the Tsuyo and Zako champions of 2025 will be crowned, and at a circuit famous for decisive moments, the stage is set for one more instant classic to cap off the FHolo year.