Shinichi TAKAGI
Driver Profile
- English Full Name: Shinichi TAKAGI
- Nationality: Japan
- Recent Team: K-Tunes Racing
- Total Podiums: 9 (🏆 4 / 🥈 4 / 🥉 1)
- Total Races: 32
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Racer Overview
Shinichi Takagi, born on May 6, 1970, is a highly accomplished Japanese professional racing driver, celebrated for his success in the Super GT series. Takagi's career highlights include securing the GT300 class championship twice, in 2002 and 2019.
Takagi made his debut in the All-Japan GT Championship (JGTC) in 1998, initially competing in the GT500 class. The following year, he transitioned to the GT300 class, quickly establishing himself as a strong contender. His first championship victory came in 2002 while driving a Toyota MR-S for Autobacs Racing Team Aguri (ARTA), partnered with Morio Nitta. In 2019, he captured his second GT300 title, driving an ARTA Honda NSX GT3 Evo with co-driver Nirei Fukuzumi. Notably, 2018 saw Takagi dominate at Fuji Speedway, winning both the Fuji 500km and the Fuji 500 Mile Race, demonstrating his enduring speed and competitive spirit.
Takagi is considered a significant figure in GT300 racing, contributing to the series' rise in popularity. He reached a milestone in his career by becoming the first GT300 driver to achieve 20 career wins, solidifying his status as one of the most successful drivers in the category. Even as he approached his late 40s, Takagi continued to showcase exceptional skill, making him a formidable competitor on the track.
reached a milestone in his career by becoming the first GT300 driver to achieve 20 career wins, solidifying his status as one of the most successful drivers in the category. Even as he approached his late 40s, Takagi continued to showcase exceptional skill, making him a formidable competitor on the track.
Shinichi TAKAGI Podiums
View all data (9)Racer Shinichi TAKAGI Race Results
Submit ResultsYear | Racing Series | Racing Circuit | Round | Racer Class | Ranking | Racing Team | Race Car Model |
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2024 | Super GT Series | Mobility Resort Motegi | R8 | GT300 | 14 | Lexus RC F GT3 | |
2024 | Super GT Series | Autopolis Circuit | R7 | GT300 | 3 | Lexus RC F GT3 | |
2024 | Super GT Series | Sportsland Sugo | R6 | GT300 | DNF | Lexus RC F GT3 | |
2024 | Super GT Series | Suzuka Circuit | R5 | GT300 | 9 | Lexus RC F GT3 | |
2024 | Japan Cup Series | Okayama International Circuit | R4-R2 | GT3 PA | 1 | Ferrari 296 GT3 |
Racer Shinichi TAKAGI Qualifying Results
Submit ResultsLap Time | Racing Team | Racing Circuit | Race Car Model | Race Car Level | Year / Racing Series |
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01:20.553 | Sportsland Sugo | Ferrari 296 GT3 | GT3 | 2024 Japan Cup Series | |
01:22.221 | Sportsland Sugo | Ferrari 296 GT3 | GT3 | 2024 Japan Cup Series | |
01:27.716 | Okayama International Circuit | Ferrari 296 GT3 | GT3 | 2024 Japan Cup Series | |
01:30.660 | Okayama International Circuit | Ferrari 296 GT3 | GT3 | 2024 Japan Cup Series | |
01:38.627 | Fuji International Speedway Circuit | Ferrari 296 GT3 | GT3 | 2024 Japan Cup Series |