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Toyota secures victory at Fuji WEC race amid dramatic finish

Motorsport.com • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 5, 2026, 4:10 PM

Last updated Oct 5, 2026

Toyota secures victory at Fuji WEC race amid dramatic finish

Summary

Toyota captured an unexpected win at the WEC race at Fuji on October 5. The #8 Toyota, driven by Sebastien Buemi, Brendon Hartley, and Ryo Hirakawa, triumphed thanks to a tactical strategy that compensated for its slower race pace. A significant crash late in the race contributed to the outcome, allowing the team to gain an advantage. The victory marks a noteworthy achievement for Toyota at its home event.

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By the Numbers

•The race occurred at Fuji on October 5.
•The #8 Toyota used a tactical strategy to secure the win.
•Toyota's TR010 Hybrid was not the fastest car in the race.
•A major crash late in the race aided Toyota's victory.
•Sebastien Buemi, Brendon Hartley, and Ryo Hirakawa drove the winning car.

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4:10 PMMotorsport.com — Toyota explains how a photographer helped secure dramatic Fuji WEC win

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Toyota scored an unexpected victory at its home WEC race at Fuji thanks to a combination of a dramatic late finish and a tactical masterclass. While the TR010 Hybrid was far from the fastest car on pure race pace, the #8 Toyota driven by Sebastien Buemi, Brendon Hartley, and Ryo Hirakawa managed to take the win, aided by an unusual contribution from a team photographer. A heavy crash late ...Keep reading
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