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Ukyo Sasahara to miss Super Formula finale after huge crash
Following a crash on the fourth lap of the race at Suzuka Circuit’s 130R, TOM’S driver Sasahara was taken to the hospital after colliding with Hiroki Otsu’s car from Nakajima Racing. The incident caused the race to be stopped, and due to damage to the catch fencing, the decision was made not to restart, with half points awarded. Pictures taken after the crash showed that Sasahara’s car had cleared the catch fencing and landed near the Degner Curves. Sasahara was diagnosed with a concussion and will not be able to participate in Sunday’s finale. The catch fencing is expected to be repaired, and the finale will proceed as scheduled. Otsu, who was able to walk away with minor bruising, will also sit out the final race due to insufficient time to repair his car. Sasahara was given a 30-second penalty for his role in the crash, and both drivers’ withdrawal means the finale will only have 20 cars. Championship leader Ritomo Miyata currently holds a 6.5-point lead going into the decider.
Source: motorsport
