Ep. 32: Tadokoro falls ill while Imaizumi questions his racing motives during the night of hope.
Aired on May 20, 2014

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Tadokoro suffers from an illness that prevents him from keeping food down. Imaizumi reflects on his decision to let Midosuji pass him in Leg 1 of the race. Members of the Sohoku racing team struggle with their health issues during this difficult night. Onoda experiences an unexpected visit from his mother. The following day begins with Tadokoro explaining the racing order for Leg 2. Onoda recalls an assignment given to him by Kinjou the previous night. As the teams prepare to depart for Hakone, Makishima notices that Tadokoro has not yet reached the start line.
Episodes
- Ep. 28 · Onoda attempts to pass one hundred men while facing Midosuji's hidden secret
- Ep. 29 · Toudou and Makishima battle for the summit title as other riders prepare for the next leg.
- Ep. 30 · Arakita and Imaizumi assist Kinjou and Fukutomi in a critical race moment
- Ep. 31 · The Strong Three: Kinjou, Fukutomi, and Midousuji battle for the lead in a dramatic three-way tie.
- Ep. 32 · Tadokoro falls ill while Imaizumi questions his racing motives during the night of hope.
- Ep. 33 · Tadokoro reveals illness and sings with Onoda to catch up while Hakone Academy reunites with their ace.
- Ep. 34 · Shinkai Hayato challenges Midosuji while revealing his past trauma and team role.
- Ep. 35 · Naruko and Makishima catch Kinjou and Imaizumi while Hayato faces his past fears.
- Ep. 36 · Hayato and Midosuji race for the sprint checkpoint while Onoda and Tadokoro bond during the climb.