Tadasuke Makino achieved his second Super Formula victory of the season in the opening race at Motegi, contributing to Dandelion Racing’s winning streak. He led the race almost entirely and secured a 1-2 finish for Dandelion alongside teammate Kakunoshin Ohta, marking the team’s first such finish since 2012. This victory also propelled Makino to the championship lead, following a front-row lockout for Dandelion.