Weekend Preview: Intrigue and Questions Coming Into FHolo Japan Qualifiers Round 3 at Tsukuba

Tsukuba, April 4 ー As the 2024 Formula Hololive Japan Qualifiers season progresses, anticipation mounts for the upcoming third round at Tsukuba for the Tsukuba SP. With notable changes in driver lineups and promising performances in the previous two weekends, fans will be eagerly awaiting the action that will unfold at Ibaraki.

Coming into this round, Hoshizono Ryo steps in to replace Geoff Clark in the Nakiri Ayame car in Split A, adding a new dynamic to the lineup, while Hiyuta Asano takes over the wheel from Alif Hartoyo in the Minato Aqua car in Split B, aiming to make a mark in the competitive field. Talha Anwar replaces Mohd Shazren Redza in the Himemori Luna car in Split B, bringing fresh energy to the team and hoping to provide the continuous run of form from 2023.

Start times for the Tsukuba SP have been adjusted to 10 pm Japan time to avoid overlapping with the Japanese GP, ensuring maximum viewership for both events.

In Split A, Vladislav Domaschnev (Aki Rosenthal) leads the Split A Qualifiers Standings with 325 points, he heads the field in an intense battle for the Tsuyo Cup spots at the Tsukuba SP. Kaminari Riba (Shishiro Botan) and Rustim Kurashio (La+ Darknesss) enter the race as winners from the previous GPs, showcasing their prowess on the track. Alticer Antanarau (Nekomata Okayu) aims to build on his impressive 4th place finish in the Split C race, while Krzysztof Salmonman (AZKi) seeks redemption after crashing in the previous race. The Nakiri Ayame #18 car, still without points after two races, introduces debutant Hoshizono Ryo, adding intrigue to the competition.

As far as Split B is concerned, Airi Nakamura (Akai Haato) enters the race with momentum after securing her best finish of third in the Split B race, poised to continue her strong performance. Mohd Shaqif Redza (Momosuzu Nene) targets his first points after a challenging start to the season, determined to make the Tsuyo Cup and finish the Qualifiers with a Top 10. After Mohd Shazren Redza's departure from Formula Hololive, Talha Anwar joins the Himemori Luna #31 car, aiming to uphold the team's success in the series. Hiyuta Asano takes the reins of the Minato Aqua #9 car, with aspirations to elevate the team's position in the Split B standings, while Daniel Barguer (Hoshimachi Suisei) faces pressure to deliver for one of the series' most popular members, striving to qualify for the Tsuyo Cup by securing a top 10 finish in the Split B Qualifiers.

With drivers eager to prove themselves on the track and secure valuable points, this weekend's Tsukuba SP promises thrilling races and fierce competition. As the countdown to each race day continues, Formula Hololive Japan action should see viewers around the world be enthralled to the various racing action to come.