Cygames, Inc., Umamusume: Pretty Derby‘s publisher, is now a founding partner of the 2027 FIA Formula 1 Lenovo Japanese Grand Prix. The partnership marks the first time that the F1 Japanese Grand Prix has had a founding partner. As part of the partnership, Cygames will rename the Suzuka Circuit’s 130R corner to the “Umamusume 130R” starting November 20, 2026. The name change will last for around a year.
Cygames said they partnered with the race as it reflects the same spirit of collaboration and support that the Umamusume: Pretty Derby franchise champions.
Cygames will bring Umamusume to the F1 Japanese Grand Prix with a specialbooth in Suzuka Circuit’s GP Square Fanzone. More event details will be announced later. The publisher also plans to put up promotional material at Umamusume 130R for the 25th JAF Suzuka Grand Prix, held November 21–22. The event features rounds 11 and 12 of the 2026 Japanese Super Formula Championship. The promotional material will not be on display during the 2027 F1 Japanese Grand Prix.
The 2027 F1 Japanese Grand Prix will take place at Suzuka Circuit in Suzuka, Japan, from April 9 to 11. Tickets go on sale November 15, 2026. Cygames has previously partnered with the F1 Pacific Racing Team and sponsored the 2026 Motul Grand Prix of Japan.
Cygames has sponsored and partnered with several thoroughbred racehorses, including the Kentucky Derby, the Breeders’ Cup, and the Qatar Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe.
Umamusume: Pretty Derby is a multimedia franchise featuring anime girls inspired by real racehorses and their histories. The franchise expanded from a mobile game into several anime, manga, stage plays, OVAs, and a theatrical film.
The 1 Japanese Grand Prix is a formula 1 sports car race that has taken place in Japan since 1963.
Source: Cygames Press Release
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