2026 TGR Philippine Cup concludes thrilling season, GR 86 racing class announced for 2027

2026 TGR Philippine Cup concludes thrilling season, GR 86 racing class announced for 2027

Alain Gabriel Alzona triumphs in Super Sporting Class, Bern Zaragoza takes the win in Sporting Class, and Iñigo Anton claims championship in inaugural Tamaraw Class



2026 TOYOTA GAZOO Racing Philippine Cup Drivers


The 2026 season of the TOYOTA GAZOO Racing Philippine Cup has come to a thrilling close. Alain Gabriel Alzona from Toyota General Santos – Davao Racing, Bern Zaragoza from Resultado Racing, and Iñigo Anton from Obengers Racing have emerged as the champions in their respective classes after four grueling and heated weekends, with the fourth and final race weekend happening last October 24 at the Clark International Speedway in Mabalacat, Pampanga.


Vios one-make race cars (OMR) battled it out in the Super Sporting, Sporting and Legacy Classes, while the Tamaraw OMRs went wheel-to-wheel in the Tamaraw Class.



Super Sporting Class


The penultimate sprint race, which awarded double points, saw intense action in the Super Sporting Class, as Joaquin Garrido, who started at P2, was able to secure the lead as early as the first turn. A few laps later, Red Diwa was sent careening off course into the grass with an errant collision in the rear from Garrido but made a miraculous recovery by driving back into the track, regaining his position. Garrido later encountered trouble and had to regroup at the pit, managing to reenter later in the race at the bottom position.



Sporting Class



Tamaraw Class


Meanwhile, the penultimate Tamaraw Class race was tight, except for a climactic incident in the final lap, where Raymond Cudala veered off course at a corner while battling Oliver Aquino. That made him give up the lead he was protecting throughout the whole race, resulting in David Enzo Ison crossing the finish line in first place. Ison, however, was later relegated to third place due to a time penalty for exceeding track limits.



The GR 86 OMR’s first public showcase


Race Weekend 4 of the TOYOTA GAZOO Racing Philippine Cup was more than just a series of races, as it was a can’t-miss experience for racing and car enthusiasts. Beyond the sprint races, it held huge moments such as the unveiling of the GR 86 OMR through a track showcase for the public, and the announcement of the GR 86 Class for the 2027 season. TMP President Masando Hashimoto also revealed that Rookie Racing Garage Manila, a home for people who love cars, will be opening in the country. 



TMP President Masando Hashimoto during the press conference


“Despite the challenges we faced this year, we continued to race with a purpose. Throughout the 2026 season, we learned, tested, improved, and pushed ourselves forward. As always, we use motorsports as a platform to help shape a better future for mobility,” shared Hashimoto.

“While this season may be ending, our journey is entering an exciting new chapter. We look forward to welcoming a new generation of drivers and enthusiasts as we expand our racing platform to three one-make race classes: the Vios, the Tamaraw, and now, the GR86,” he added.

Aside from the track activities, fans tried their hand at the sim racing rigs, drove remote control cars in a miniature off-road track, checked out official GAZOO Racing merchandise, and purchased car parts and accessories for their rides at the sponsors’ booths.


Coming off the heels of a successful 2026 season, Toyota Motor Philippines continues to push the limits of innovation for the better—and this year’s edition would not have been possible without the unwavering dedication of the racers, their teams, partners, and the fervent support of the fans.



Alain Gabriel Alzona emerges as champion in the Super Sporting Class


Iñigo Anton takes championship in first season of the Tamaraw Class


Below is the full list of winners for Race Weekend 4 and the overall 2026 season:


RACE WEEKEND 4 WINNERS


SPRINT RACE 7 – LEGACY CLASS

1st

Paolo Ang

Madkart – R Racing 

2nd

Oliver Estrella

Oliver Autoworx

3rd

Gabie Desales

Gel Napat Racing – R Racing


SPRINT RACE 8 – LEGACY CLASS

1st

Paolo Ang

Madkart – R Racing 

2nd

Angelo Gabriel Matias

Pertua Racing Team

3rd

Oliver Estrella

Oliver Autoworx


SPRINT RACE 10 – SUPER SPORTING CLASS

1st

Alain Gabriel Alzona

Toyota General Santos – Davao Racing

2nd

Red Diwa

Toyota Isabela

3rd

Joaquin Garrdio

Obengers Racing


SPRINT RACE 10 – SPORTING CLASS

1st

Bern Zaragoza

Resultado Racing

2nd

Julia De Los Angeles

Obengers Racing

3rd

Mike Santos

R Racing


SPRINT RACE 10 – TAMARAW CLASS

1st

Iñigo Anton

Obengers Racing

2nd

Oliver Aquino

Toyota Bicutan Racing Team

3rd

Jesse Garcia

Obengers Racing


SPRINT RACE 11 – SUPER SPORTING CLASS

1st

Alain Gabriel Alzona

Toyota General Santos – Davao Racing

2nd

Red Diwa

Toyota Isabela

3rd

Michael Bryan Co

R Racing – TDG Group




SPRINT RACE 11 – SPORTING CLASS

1st

Joshua David Marquez

Obengers Racing

2nd

Mike Santos

R Racing

3rd

Luigi Co

R Racing – TDG Group 


SPRINT RACE 11 – TAMARAW CLASS

1st

Oliver Aquino

Toyota Bicutan Racing Team

2nd

Iñigo Anton

Obengers Racing

3rd

David Enzo Ison

Toyota Gazoo Racing Team


SPRINT RACE 12 – SUPER SPORTING CLASS

1st

Maila Alivia

Toyota Isabela – Edgesport Racing

2nd

Red Diwa

Toyota Isabela

3rd

Alain Gabriel Alzona

Toyota General Santos – Davao Racing 


SPRINT RACE 12 – SPORTING CLASS

1st

Bern Zaragoza

Resultado Racing

2nd

Bong Garbes

Toyota San Fernando – Inbox Racing Team

3rd

Mike Santos

R Racing


SPRINT RACE 12 – TAMARAW CLASS

1st

Iñigo Anton

Obengers Racing

2nd

Raymond Cudala

R Racing – TDG Group

3rd

Oliver Aquino

Toyota Bicutan Racing Team


2026 SEASON WINNERS


SUPER SPORTING CLASS

1st

Alain Gabriel Alzona

Toyota General Santos – Davao Racing

2nd

Red Diwa

Toyota Isabela

3rd

Joaquin Garrido

Obengers Racing


SPORTING CLASS

1st

Bern Zaragoza

Resultao Racing

2nd

Mike Santos

R Racing

3rd

Joshua David Marquez

Obengers Racing


TAMARAW CLASS

1st

Iñigo Anton

Obengers Racing

2nd

Oliver Aquino

Toyota Bicutan Racing Team

3rd

Raymond Cudala

R Racing Team


TEAM CHAMPIONSHIP

1st

Toyota Isabela – Resultado

2nd

Toyota San Fernando – Gen San

3rd

Obengers Racing



Super Sporting Class 2026 Season Winners



Sporting Class 2026 Season Winners



Tamaraw Class 2026 Season Winners


The TOYOTA GAZOO Racing Philippine Cup is brought to you by Official Tire Partner GT Radial, Official Engine Oils Partner Petron RevX and Petron Blaze Racing, Official Partner TOYOTA GAZOO Racing Academy and Premier Race Partner DENSO. In cooperation with MOMO Italy, PIAA, Sparco Philippines, Toyota Financial Services Philippines, Autoplus, ROTA, and VARTA. This event is also supported by 3M, AVT, QUAD, myToyota Wallet, OMP, Tuason Racing Sports Unlimited, Brakes by AutoPerformance, GENCHEM, Toyota Tsusho, and Toyota Aisin. Contributing sponsors are Aguila Auto Glass, Kinto One, AutoQuix, HKR Philippine Inc., Technol Eight Philippines, and Sun Logistics Technology Inc.


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