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TOYOTA GAZOO Racing Philippine Cup: Fans Thrilled at Race Weekend 2 of the 2024 Season

By on October 7, 2024
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Toyota Motor Philippines (TMP) has wrapped up the second race weekend of its premier motorsports program, the TOYOTA GAZOO Racing Philippine Cup (TGR Philippine Cup). Held on September 28 at the Clark International Speedway, this event was a thrilling spectacle for all, attracting spectators and racing fans eager to witness fierce competition among racers from various backgrounds in both sprint and endurance races.

During the opening ceremony, TMP President Masando Hashimoto expressed his enthusiasm for motorsports and his own experiences racing in the Novice Class. “I am reminded of Toyota Motor Corporation Chairman Akio Toyoda’s rallying cry of ‘We Love Cars’ and can confidently say that motorsports is well and alive in the Philippines, and it will only get bigger with your support and passion,” he shared.

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The day featured seasoned racers competing in the Promotional, Sporting, and Super Sporting classes, all vying for the top spot. Participants faced a mix of sunny morning conditions and overcast skies in the afternoon, challenging their skills and bravery as they delivered adrenaline-pumping action and intense bumper-to-bumper racing for the fans.

TMP President Masando Hashimoto addresses spectators during his opening remarks

Race Weekend 2 consisted of two sprint races and an endurance race, with the full list of winners as follows:

RACE 1: SPRINT RACE 3

NOVICE CLASS
RankNameTeam
1Jamil LacunaTOYOTA GAZOO Racing PH
2Pablo SalapantanTOYOTA GAZOO Racing PH
3Russel ReyesTOYOTA GAZOO Racing PH
PROMOTIONAL CLASS
RankNameTeam
1Ryan AgoncilloTOYOTA GAZOO Racing PH
2Bong GarbesInbox-Toyota San Fernando
3Rex AbrenillaToyota Team Cebu
SPORTING CLASS
RankNameTeam
1Kody NgTOYOTA GAZOO Racing PH
2Raymond CudalaR Racing Team
3Jesse GarciaToyota North Edsa / Otis-Obengers Racing Team
SUPER SPORTING CLASS
RankNameTeam
1Iñigo AntonToyota Balintawak – Obengers Racing team
2Red DiwaJBT Racing / Toyota Isabela
3Russel CabreraToyota Team Cebu

RACE 2: SPRINT RACE 4

NOVICE CLASS
RankNameTeam
1Russel ReyesTOYOTA GAZOO Racing PH
2Jamil LacunaTOYOTA GAZOO Racing PH
3John Rey San DiegoTOYOTA GAZOO Racing PH
PROMOTIONAL CLASS
RankNameTeam
1Johndale DyToyota Team Cebu
2Bong GarbesInbox – Toyota San Fernando
3Mike SantosR Racing Team
SPORTING CLASS
RankNameTeam
1Raymond CudalaR Racing Team
2Jay LaoHappy Hotels Racing Team
3Alain AlzonaToyota General Santos Chooks-To-Go Racing
SUPER SPORTING CLASS
RankNameTeam
1Iñigo AntonToyota Balintawak – Obengers Racing Team
2Russel CabreraToyota Team Cebu
3Royce SarmientoRMS Cars Racing Team


RACE 3: ENDURANCE RACE 2

NOVICE CLASS
RankNameTeam
1Russel ReyesTOYOTA GAZOO Racing PH
2Reph BangsilTOYOTA GAZOO Racing PH
3John Rey San DiegoTOYOTA GAZOO Racing PH
PROMOTIONAL CLASS
RankNameTeam
1Bong GarbesInbox – Toyota San Fernando
2Rex AbrenillaToyota Team Cebu
3Julia de los AngelesToyota Marilao / San Jose Del Monte – Obengers Racing Team
SPORTING CLASS
RankNameTeam
1Jiro GarbesInbox – Toyota San Fernando
2Alain AlzonaToyota General Santos Chooks-To-Go Racing
3Kody NgTOYOTA GAZOO Racing PH
SUPER SPORTING CLASS
RankNameTeam
1Iñigo AntonToyota Balintawak – Obengers Racing Team
2Red DiwaJBT Racing / Toyota Isabela
3Maila AvilaJBT Racing / Toyota Isabela

The excitement of the day was further amplified as car club members showcased their GR performance vehicles during the Car Club Track Day. Attendees enjoyed thrilling hot laps and captivating driving exhibitions by renowned drifters Hanz Jimenez and Dane Cruz, with lucky fans experiencing the adrenaline rush of drifting firsthand.

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The event concluded with a live performance by Filipino singer Barbie Almalbis, followed by an awarding ceremony for the winners, celebrating the spirit of motorsports and the vibrant community surrounding the TGR Philippine Cup.

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