Yusuke Tomibayashi

Yusuke Tomibayashi is a Japanese racing driver who has successfully transitioned from the world of sim racing to real-world motorsport. Born on May 4, 1996, Tomibayashi's career gained prominence after winning the 2016 FIA Gran Turismo Championships Manufacturer Fan Cup in London.

Tomibayashi's journey into professional racing began in 2018 when he obtained his racing license. He quickly proved his talent by winning the 2019 Roadster Party Race East Japan Series title in his debut year. Progressing to the Super Taikyu Series ST-3 class in 2020, he secured consecutive series championships driving a Lexus RC 350 for Tracy Sports with Delta. In 2022, he joined Team Mach in the GT300 class of Super GT, partnering with Reiji Hiraki, becoming the first Japanese sim racer to compete in Super GT. He has been active in the Autobacs JeGT Grand Prix league. In 2024, he participated in Super GT.

Tomibayashi is supported by sponsors such as Sanyu Syoji Co. Ltd., known for their Air Buster ozone air generators. His accomplishments in both virtual and real racing highlight his adaptability and skill, marking him as a driver to watch in the Super GT series.