Ep. 9: Takumi and Takeshi engage in a close race with the Eight-Six and Three-Two
Aired on June 28, 1998

Takumi takes the wheel of the Eight-Six as the race begins. His opponent, Takeshi, pilots the Three-Two with undeniable skill. Despite his abilities, Takeshi struggles to gain distance from Takumi. The two drivers remain closely matched throughout the event. Neither racer is able to pull away from the other during this intense competition. The outcome remains uncertain as both drivers push their vehicles to the limit. The race continues with high tension between the two competitors.
Episodes
- Ep. 5 · Takumi's impressive Eight-Six performance sparks a recruitment plot by Iketani and Itsuki for the SpeedStars.
- Ep. 6 · Takeshi races Ryousuke on Mt. Akina while Takumi shares the Eight-Six experience with Iketani.
- Ep. 7 · Takeshi prepares for a race against the Eight-Six while Takumi weighs the challenge.
- Ep. 8 · The race begins on Mt. Akina while the Eight-Six remains absent
- Ep. 9 · Takumi and Takeshi engage in a close race with the Eight-Six and Three-Two
- Ep. 10 · Takeshi and Takumi race toward the finish line while facing five treacherous hairpin curves.
- Ep. 11 · Shingo Arrives in a Red EG-6 During Iketani's S-13 Test
- Ep. 12 · Shingo Challenges Takumi to a Duct Tape Death Match with the Eight-Six
- Ep. 13 · Shingo takes drastic measures to force a dangerous race against the Eight-Six