Suzuki's Employee Racing Team Finishes 7th at Suzuka 8 Hours Endurance Race
Team SUZUKI CN CHALLENGE, composed of Suzuki employees, finished 7th in the 2026 Suzuka 8 Hours endurance race, surpassing its previous best result.
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What Happened
Team SUZUKI CN CHALLENGE, a racing team composed of Suzuki employees including new members selected through internal recruitment, completed the 47th edition of the Suzuka 8 Hours endurance race in 7th place. The race, part of the 2026 FIM Endurance World Championship, was held at the Suzuka Circuit in Mie Prefecture from July 3 to 5.
Starting from the 13th grid position after qualifying, the team faced harsh and changing weather with three Safety Car periods. All three riders delivered consistent performances, and at one point Ryo Mizuno set the team's fastest lap. The team finished 7th, surpassing its previous best result.
The team's objective is to achieve both further reductions in environmental impact and enhancements in riding performance at a high level, while expanding the application of sustainable materials. The knowledge and experience gained from the race will be used to provide technical feedback for future product development.
“We would like to express our sincere gratitude to all Suzuki fans who gave us their passionate support for our motorcycle racing activities, as well as to our business partners and Suzuki employees for their support and cooperation from many different areas. Through the activities of Team SUZUKI CN CHALLENGE, this race once again reminded us of the importance of pushing the limits and embracing ch”
Why this matters
The team, made up of Suzuki employees including new members from internal recruitment, aims to advance sustainable materials and reduce environmental impact while improving performance. The 7th-place finish, achieved under challenging weather with three Safety Car periods, provides technical feedback for future Suzuki product development.
Terms in This Story
- FIM
- Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme, the international governing body for motorcycle racing.
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