RIO SHIMONO Leads All-Female Rookie Racing Squad to Dubai 24 Hour Debut

December 31, 2025

• Rookie Racing is sending their top five Kyojo Cup finishers to Dubai 24 Hour in January, marking international debuts for all five women drivers. Reigning champion RIO SHIMONO leads the charge alongside MIKI ONAGA, who’s returning to international competition after select Toyota GR Cup North America races last year.
• The squad showcases both experience and fresh talent with former champion AIMI SAITO bringing 24-hour expertise from her Fuji victory, while 17-year-old KOKORO SATO makes her endurance and international debut after a stellar Kyojo Cup season with consistent top-five finishes.
• RAMI SASAKI rounds out the lineup after a strong second half of the season that included her first podium and best qualifying effort. Toyota Gazoo Rookie Racing is fielding a de-tuned Supra GT4 Evo in TCE class, proving their commitment to developing women drivers on the international stage.

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