AI MIURA Claims Double Top-20 Finishes Leading Women at Chaotic Suzuka Rounds

August 28, 2025

by MIKA BÖCKER // from www.racers-behindthehelmet.com

• AI MIURA proved she belongs in the thick of Champions class competition, converting challenging mid-pack starting positions into consecutive top-20 finishes at Suzuka. While starting 22nd in both races, she navigated the chaos better than her female counterparts, finishing 19th and 20th respectively – exactly the kind of consistency that builds careers in competitive series.
• The weekend showcased both the promise and obstacles facing women in this highly competitive field. RIO SHIMONO demonstrated impressive recovery skills, climbing from 30th to 22nd in race one after early struggles, while MIKI ONAGA battled damaged equipment that hampered her progress throughout both races – a reminder that mechanical issues can derail anyone’s weekend regardless of talent.
• With multiple safety car periods and incidents at signature corners like 130R and the hairpin, these races tested everyone’s racecraft equally. The fact that all three women finished both races while others didn’t speaks to their skill and determination in a series where survival sometimes matters as much as speed.

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