Nirei Fukuzumi

Nirei Fukuzumi, born on January 24, 1997, is a Japanese racing driver currently affiliated with Toyota Gazoo Racing. He actively participates in Super GT for ROOKIE Racing and Super Formula for KCMG. Fukuzumi's career highlights include winning the GT300 class championship in Super GT in 2019 with ARTA, alongside veteran Shinichi Takagi. He also boasts race victories in both the GP3 Series and Super Formula, showcasing his versatility across different racing categories.

Prior to joining Toyota, Fukuzumi was a factory driver for Honda until 2023 and a prominent member of the Honda Formula Dream Project. This involvement allowed him to compete internationally in the GP3 Series and FIA Formula 2 Championship, gaining valuable experience on the global stage. Earlier in his career, Fukuzumi was also associated with the McLaren Driver Development Programme and the Red Bull Junior Team, further demonstrating his potential and attracting attention from major racing organizations.

Fukuzumi's career began in karting at a young age, achieving significant success, including winning the All-Japan Karting Championship in 2013. He transitioned to single-seater racing through the Suzuka Circuit Racing School, earning a scholarship and subsequently winning the Formula 4 FC class championship. His time in Europe saw him achieve third place in the 2017 GP3 Series, before returning to Japan to compete in Super Formula, where he finished as runner-up in a season with two wins and a pole position.