Getting Into Motorsport as a New Fan
Getting Into Motorsport as a New Fan
Want to start following motorsport but not sure where to begin? Here is a friendly guide to getting into racing — with a Japanese angle.
Motorsport can be one of the most thrilling sports to follow — once you find your way in. If you are new and unsure where to start, here is a friendly guide, including some great Japanese entry points.
1. Pick a series
Start with one.
F1 is the obvious starting point, but Japan offers superb racing too — Super Formula and Super GT are world-class.
2. Find a driver or team
A reason to care.
Following a driver or team turns races into stories. Japanese fans might start with Yuki Tsunoda or a home team.
3. Learn as you watch
It clicks fast.
You do not need to understand everything at once. Grasp the basics and the rest comes naturally with each race.
4. The Japanese angle
A rich scene.
Japan’s deep motorsport culture — from legendary drivers to iconic circuits — gives newcomers a wealth of stories to discover.
Frequently asked questions
How do I start following motorsport?
Pick one series (F1, or Japan’s Super Formula and Super GT), follow a driver or team for a story to care about, and learn the basics as you watch.
Do I need to understand everything first?
No — grasp the basics and the rest comes naturally race by race.
What are good Japanese series to follow?
Super Formula and Super GT are both world-class.
Keep exploring
Explore the stories, systems and culture behind Japanese sport.
Sources & notes
- General guide to getting into motorsport as a new fan (pick a series, follow a driver, learn as you watch, Japanese angle). General information.
A guide dated 23 June 2026. No copyrighted material is reproduced. General information.
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| 2026年6月23日 | 初回公開 |
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