Formula DRIFT Pro Championship Round 4 Results: Adam LZ Claims Victory In New Jersey

Published: Tuesday, June 24, 2025, 3:50 [IST]

Adam LZ achieved his second career victory in the Formula DRIFT PRO Championship at Old Bridge Township Raceway Park, Englishtown, NJ. Competing on June 21, 2025, he triumphed over Fredric Aasbo in a thrilling final. This win elevated Adam LZ from ninth to third in the championship standings.

Fredric Aasbo, who finished second, extended his lead in the championship by 20 points. He humorously mentioned feeling exhausted after a demanding Top 4 heat against James Deane. Despite this, Aasbo's performance helped Toyota maintain its lead in the Auto Cup standings.

Adam LZ Wins Formula DRIFT Round 4 in NJ

James Deane secured third place following an intense battle with Hiroya Minowa in the Top 8 heats. Earlier, Deane had a dramatic moment when his Mustang landed on Rome Charpentier's BMW during the Top 16 round. His consistent performance keeps him second in the overall standings.

Connor O'Sullivan impressed by finishing fourth in his OSully Racing BMW. Despite losing to Adam LZ in the Top 4, he moved from 29th to 11th in the championship rankings. O'Sullivan also leads the Rookie of the Year race by 12 points over Jack Shanahan.

Jeff Jones received enthusiastic support from fans as he lined up for his heat. His Nissan 370Z had been damaged by a fallen tree but was repaired with help from other teams. Unfortunately, Jones lost his Top 32 heat to Daniel Stuke.

Tire and Auto Cup Updates

In the Tire Cup competition, GT Radial overtook Kenda to claim first place. Meanwhile, BMW surpassed Nissan for second place in the Auto Cup standings. These shifts highlight ongoing competition among manufacturers and tire brands.

Upcoming Events and Formula DRIFT Overview

The next round of the FD PRO Championship is scheduled for July 17-19 at World Wide Technology Raceway in Madison, IL. This event will coincide with Round 3 of the Link ECU PROSPEC Championship.

Formula DRIFT is renowned as a premier international drifting series that tests drivers' skills and vehicle capabilities. Originating from Japan's streets, it has grown into a global sport attracting diverse fans and car enthusiasts.

The series offers professional drifters worldwide a platform to compete for the prestigious title of Formula DRIFT Champion. As North America's first official drifting series, it has pushed motorsports to new extremes.

Viewing Options and Sponsorships

Fans can watch Formula DRIFT events live on YouTube or through various broadcasters like Racer/MAV TV and PX Sports across Latin America. For local broadcast details, visit pxsports.com/outlets.

The series boasts numerous sponsors including TYPE S for vehicle lighting and Rockstar Energy Drink as its official energy drink partner. Other major sponsors include GT Radial and Kenda Tire among others.

A recap of all action from FD New Jersey will be available soon with event images shared online on Monday.