TOYOTA GAZOO Racing Philippine Cup: Fans Thrilled at Race Weekend 2 of the 2024 Season
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.
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 | ||
| Rank | Name | Team |
| 1 | Jamil Lacuna | TOYOTA GAZOO Racing PH |
| 2 | Pablo Salapantan | TOYOTA GAZOO Racing PH |
| 3 | Russel Reyes | TOYOTA GAZOO Racing PH |
| PROMOTIONAL CLASS | ||
| Rank | Name | Team |
| 1 | Ryan Agoncillo | TOYOTA GAZOO Racing PH |
| 2 | Bong Garbes | Inbox-Toyota San Fernando |
| 3 | Rex Abrenilla | Toyota Team Cebu |
| SPORTING CLASS | ||
| Rank | Name | Team |
| 1 | Kody Ng | TOYOTA GAZOO Racing PH |
| 2 | Raymond Cudala | R Racing Team |
| 3 | Jesse Garcia | Toyota North Edsa / Otis-Obengers Racing Team |
| SUPER SPORTING CLASS | ||
| Rank | Name | Team |
| 1 | Iñigo Anton | Toyota Balintawak – Obengers Racing team |
| 2 | Red Diwa | JBT Racing / Toyota Isabela |
| 3 | Russel Cabrera | Toyota Team Cebu |
RACE 2: SPRINT RACE 4
| NOVICE CLASS | ||
| Rank | Name | Team |
| 1 | Russel Reyes | TOYOTA GAZOO Racing PH |
| 2 | Jamil Lacuna | TOYOTA GAZOO Racing PH |
| 3 | John Rey San Diego | TOYOTA GAZOO Racing PH |
| PROMOTIONAL CLASS | ||
| Rank | Name | Team |
| 1 | Johndale Dy | Toyota Team Cebu |
| 2 | Bong Garbes | Inbox – Toyota San Fernando |
| 3 | Mike Santos | R Racing Team |
| SPORTING CLASS | ||
| Rank | Name | Team |
| 1 | Raymond Cudala | R Racing Team |
| 2 | Jay Lao | Happy Hotels Racing Team |
| 3 | Alain Alzona | Toyota General Santos Chooks-To-Go Racing |
| SUPER SPORTING CLASS | ||
| Rank | Name | Team |
| 1 | Iñigo Anton | Toyota Balintawak – Obengers Racing Team |
| 2 | Russel Cabrera | Toyota Team Cebu |
| 3 | Royce Sarmiento | RMS Cars Racing Team |
RACE 3: ENDURANCE RACE 2
| NOVICE CLASS | ||
| Rank | Name | Team |
| 1 | Russel Reyes | TOYOTA GAZOO Racing PH |
| 2 | Reph Bangsil | TOYOTA GAZOO Racing PH |
| 3 | John Rey San Diego | TOYOTA GAZOO Racing PH |
| PROMOTIONAL CLASS | ||
| Rank | Name | Team |
| 1 | Bong Garbes | Inbox – Toyota San Fernando |
| 2 | Rex Abrenilla | Toyota Team Cebu |
| 3 | Julia de los Angeles | Toyota Marilao / San Jose Del Monte – Obengers Racing Team |
| SPORTING CLASS | ||
| Rank | Name | Team |
| 1 | Jiro Garbes | Inbox – Toyota San Fernando |
| 2 | Alain Alzona | Toyota General Santos Chooks-To-Go Racing |
| 3 | Kody Ng | TOYOTA GAZOO Racing PH |
| SUPER SPORTING CLASS | ||
| Rank | Name | Team |
| 1 | Iñigo Anton | Toyota Balintawak – Obengers Racing Team |
| 2 | Red Diwa | JBT Racing / Toyota Isabela |
| 3 | Maila Avila | JBT 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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