Bleach Grand Prix

by UnitedOsprey1991

AU: It is 2070 the 50th year of the World Grand Prix. Join Ichigo and the rookie Kurosaki-Ishida team as the brave their rivals, the media, the drama and each other. They may find someone worth racing for as well. Ichihime OC/Tatsuki. Uryuu/cannon girl Chad/Isane. Chapters will be longish and may be a little complicated but don't let it discourage you. Review kindly.

3. Green Flag down under

OSPREY…SWOOSH

UO: Alright Race day people actor check.

Ichigo: Ready to win

Andrew: Time to race

Uryuu: Me and Chad are ready

Tatsuki: I'm here. Wait where is Orihime?

UO: WHAT YOU MEAN YOU DIDN"T RIDE TOGETHER (Phone rings) Hello…Orihime where are you…WHAT…What do you mean you got lost on the way to the studio…Ok where are you. Uh huh (Raises eyebrow and walks to the door) Uh huh Uh huh (opens door)

Hime: see a big picture of the U.S I see you I see Tatsuki oh hi boss.

UO: Orihime where were you.

Orihime: Well I was on my way but the little green men accidentally sent me to another studio, Spartan719 Studios and then Kage Bijuu productions. Mou…I'm sorry. (Puppy dog eyes)

UO: Orihime (Sigh) your innocence makes it hard to stay mad. Go get ready.

Orihime Yay! (Runs off)

Ichigo: She is too innocent for her own good

UO: I know someone do the disclaimer

Tatsuki: UnitedOsprey1991 is not Tite Kubo therefore Bleach isn't his. Orihime would be paired up with Ichigo otherwise. Also all the tracks are owned by their respective owners and all the OCS are his unless proven otherwise. The teams aren't his either

UO: Not going to go after him in Canon?

Tatsuki: Nope

UO: On with the show. Oh and the two authors I mentioned I help with their stories go check them out.

Normal: Dialogue

"Italics and quotations": Radio and track announcer

'Italics and apostrophe': Thoughts

Bold: Yelling

Bold and Italics: Yelling in head:

Name followed by a colon: In-race TV Announcer

Underline: Locations and time difference

Chapter 2: Green Flag Down Under.

Two Days later

The sun was just rising over the track. Some clouds were seen but they would burn off before the race. Despite it being 8:00 in the morning there were already tailgaters in the parking lots and trailers in the RV lot for the 1:00 race.

In the sleeping quarters the four drivers were sleeping soundly. They would hopefully wake up in an hour and get ready for the drivers meeting which was scheduled for two hours before the race. Unfortunately for the drivers they were in for a rude awakening.

Ichigo was on his bed with an arm behind his head snoozing and have good dreams. Just then his door opened and Isshin came in leaping at his son.

"GOOOOOODDDDD MOOOORRRNNNIIINGGGG IIIICCCCHHHIGGGGO" Isshin yelled out aiming a drop kick at his son. This lead to a scuffle which woke the surrounding rooms up.

"Oni-chan, Tou-san are you fighting again" Yuzu yelled as she and her sister walked out in their pajamas. Orihime and Tatsuki looked out of their room to see the commotion. Tatsuki sweatdropped while Orihime giggled. The giggling caught Ichigo's ears and distracted him which gave Isshin the opportunity to take him down only for Ichigo to throw a punch and sent him into the wall.

"Good…work…son" Isshin said as he fell down to the ground. Andrew's door opened revealing a disheveled Andrew. One look at Isshin told the story. "Isshin, Ichigo what the heck it is too early for this" Andrew grumbled angrily while rubbing his head. "Don't blame me blame my idiotic father" Ichigo yelled. "But son how are you going to wake up and race if you are sleeping the day away." Isshin said suddenly recovered and scared Ichigo. "I had my alarm set to 9:00 Am Australia time and I would have gotten ready to go to the driver's meeting no problem." Ichigo said as they proceeded to fight again. Yuzu and Karin sighed and went back to get dressed so they could start breakfast. "Karin are they always like this in the morning" Andrew asked. "Don't get me started Andrew. Breakfast is in a half hour." Karin said as they walked away now fully dressed.

A half hour later the entire crew was chowing down on cereal fruits and juice as they were getting excited for the race. Orihime and Tatsuki were filming "Can I have your attention please" Isshin said tapping his glass. With the team's attention he spoke. "Today is the first race of the season. We may be rookies but I don't think we are. This is the first step towards proving we belong with the big boys. Who are we?" Isshin yelled

KUROSAKI-ISHIDA the entire crew cheered. "Alright Four hours to race time. Shower and gear p. Drivers have priority they need to get to the driver's meeting.

They all nodded their acknowledgment and started cleaning up. The aforementioned driver went to the showers in their quarters. Tatsuki and Orihime waited outside their rooms so they could get their thoughts on today.

Ichigo was the first one out of the communal shower. He put on his towel and walked towards his room. He got a squeak as at the time Orihime was walking by the door and inadvertently saw him shirtless. In Orihime's mind the muscles she saw were not too big but looked like he worked out. She fainted with a big blush to the shock of both Tatsuki and Ichigo and forcing the former to catch her. Tatsuki tried to wake her up but Orihime was out cold. "Hime…Hime!" Tatsuki yelled out. "Ichigo why did you do that. Walking all bare-chested there are women here now" Tatsuki said red in the face. Whether it be from anger or embarrassment he didn't know. Andrew walked out next but this time in a robe. "What happened" he asked seeing Orihime on the ground. "Did she faint from Ichigo hitting on her" Andrew said smirking at their faces. "This guy here" Tatsuki pointed to Ichigo "Decided to come out in just a towel and Orihime fainted because of it." Andrew sighed "Ichigo got to your room and suit up. Girls next time knock before coming in here alright?" The two nodded with Ichigo going to his room and Tatsuki dragging Orihime to her room.

Drew sighed and walked to his room. He entered and locked the door. Walking over to his music player he scrolled through his songs. Picking one he hit play and proceeded to get ready opening up his closet.

Begin Montague (Play U2: I still haven't found What I'm Looking For. I don't own it_

Drew pulled off his robe and started getting into his suit. The fire suit went on first as protection was necessary while also switching his glasses so they could fit in his helmet.

In Ichigo's room, the red head had his suit on and was zipping up his outer suit. Looking in the mirror he smiled at his look and proceeded to start putting on his boots.

Uryuu was already dressed in his suit and was now tying up his boots. The Ishida driver was calm and collected as soft music played in the back ground. He put on his gloves as well looking stern as he did so.

In Sado's room, he was praying at his bedside already suited up. His cross in his hand he prayed for the season and to his grandfather who died four years ago. Standing up he grabbed his helmet and walked out.

In the car plane, the crew began unloading the cars. One car which appeared to be Ichigo's was being brought to the elevator and brought down. Another car which was Drew's was being rolled onto the grid in the middle of the track. The equipment tires and fuel and water buckets were being moved to the respective pit boxes. Ichigo and Drew being the first two on the grid were towards the exit of the lane while Chad and Uryuu were near the middle.

In the stands and fan area, people were already lining up to enter the track with tickets in hand. Most of them were wearing the shirts of their favorite drivers. Other fans were buying souvenirs. All in all despite the heat the fans were excited and it looked like another sell out for the Grand Prix.

(Lower the volume of the song until I say so)

In the broadcast center above the track are multiple camera crews were setting up their gear. An antenna was stationed on top of the press box. Multitudes of countries were represented from France to China to Germany to Egypt. The biggest camera crews belonged to three networks; The American Fox Racing Network, The British Sky RPM TV, and Japan's Nippon Racing Channel (Don't own any of the main networks. As far as I know I made up the channels if I didn't I don't own it). The broadcasters were preparing what they were going to say on air. Among the faces in the broadcasters was a new face. This middle-aged man had naturally white hair and despite his age he had cheerful disposition. This was Jushiro Ukitake, who retired from Kurosaki-Ishida following their promotion the previous season when his health go worse. He was quickly hired on as a color commentator for Japan's racing network.

"You nervous Jushiro" the white-haired man looked over to see a man in his thirties in a khaki business suit. He had brown hair that curled up into what looked like fox ears. This was Sajin Kommamura a long time broadcaster for the network. "This will be the first season in a long time I won't be behind the wheel. I think I can manage." Jushiro said with a smile as they started preparations for their broadcast.

In a large trailer near the garage the drivers were gathered for a driver's meeting. Everyone was there for you were late or missed it you would forfeit their position. The director was an elderly gentleman that had a balding head and a white beard. Despite his age he had an aura of an experienced driver. This was Genryusai Yammamato a three time driver's champion from the early days of the Grand Prix. Now he was the director of the World Grand Prix and had a no nonsense attitude about discipline. (Stop the music here)

"And further more we will be cracking down on illegal modifications of the cars. We are aware some of the stuff you might have gotten away with in the past but this ends now" Yammamato said glaring at the driver but his gaze appeared to be more on a brown haired gentleman with a cocky smile like he planned everything. This was Souske Aizen head of Souske Limited. Most thought he was nobody with four inexperienced drivers when he broke on to the scene on the heels of the Vizard scandal. Now he has three two championships and if wasn't for Serenity and Hendrick he would be the current champion owner. Next to him was a fox-faced silver-haired man and a black man with purple dreadlocks. This was Gin Ichimaru the driver of the 009 and Tousen Kaname the crew chief of the 009. They had defected from Kuchiki when their contract ran out and now their entire team was part of a proven winning team.

"Am I understood ladies and gentleman" Yammamato. The whole group nodded. Yammamato banged his walking stick. "Good now hen we are two hours away from the season please prepare yourselves. Dismissed." With that the groups broke up to go get ready for the race. The Kurosaki drivers along with their camera crew walked towards their pits as a group. Looking around they saw several popular drivers signing autographs. They saw Serenity and Tia signing autographs from their fan boys and their admiring girls. They also saw several of the other drivers who were signing autographs. Ichigo sighed. "It's a cruel irony we want fans but when we get them they could overwhelm us" Ichigo pondered as they walked towards their cars. "We are only rookies Ichigo most of our races were either not televised in this country or they might not know about us. They will come we just need to prove it." "It is better to not rush into fame cousin. It might change who we are" Uryuu said sagely. "That was deep Ishida-san" Orihime said causing Tatsuki to roll her eyes. "Oh who asked you Uryuu" Ichigo as they started trading barbs. Andrew tuned them out as he looked to the sky seeing some clouds. He narrowed his eyes at the shape of them. "You sense it too don't you Chad" the giant man was next to him and looked up at the clouds as well. "Yes it looks like it might rain later" Chad answered back. "What do you mean it's going to rain the weather report said it wasn't. Plus this is Australia in February when do you expect it to rain?" Tatsuki said. "You need to rely on things other than technology. As for how we know, my family is only a couple of generations removed from farming. I think three or four generations back. Some of the stuff was taught to me and other stuff I looked up. See those clouds" Drew pointed at the clouds which were puffy and scattered about. "Those are Altocumulus clouds. This humidity in the morning will lead to some rain later (True fact)

"So what are you going to do?" Orihime asking with her recorder nearby. She had heard the first part of the conversation and pulled it out. "Well for starters I am going to ask Isshin if he packed Slicks. Second we are going to have to adjust our strategy if my fears are confirmed." Andrew said as the two arguing duo heard the last part of the conversation. They separated with Ichigo and Andrew went to Ichigo' pit and the other two went to theirs. Tatsuki and Orihime followed Ichigo towards his pit with a camera on him. They noticed there was another camera crew and it was from Nippon TV. A blonde woman wearing a collared shirt and skirt along with an elder gentleman with hair that stuck up in three places and was holding a lot of camera equipment

"Oh, Kurosaki-san. A pleasure to meet you I am Kiyone Kotestu and this is Sentaro we help cover the pits for Nippon-TV. We want to interview for the pre-show which should be starting soon. "Oh…uh sure." Ichigo said a little surprised. "Great we get the word will interview you" Kiyone said as they walked over to the garage. "So tell us a little bit about yourself" Kiyone asked as they started talking about Ichigo's story causing a little jealousy in Tatsuki and concern in Orihime. "Don't let her get to you girls" Andrew said walking up to them. "She's just interviewing Ichigo. I think she has a thing for her cameraman" reassuring Orihime and Tatsuki albeit reluctantly in the latter's case. "Oh Mr. Michaels a word" Andrew turned to see the fox camera crew. "Excuse me ladies. After this interview is introductions so see you after the race." Andrew said walking away leaving the girls to talk.

One Hour to engines start,

(Play Fox NFL music. For those that don't know look it up) (A/N: There are two broadcasters for each team. there are five total pit reporters. One employed by each of the big three and two others. Kiyone and Jermaine are two of them I may reveal the other three as needed)

"Hello and welcome to the pre-show of the 50th edition of the world grand prix (I will not try to butcher any language so just assume they say stuff similar to what is being said in English) Kommamura said. He was stern but friendly as he began reading off the prompter. "With retired champion Jushiro Ukitake here I am Kommamura Sajin. As previously stated this is the 50th anniversary of the Grand Prix which was started by the various executives of the major world racing circuits. Today it is broadcast in over two hundred countries and five hundred million people. This event draws viewer numbers on par with Soccer's World Cup and the Olympics."

"That is right Kommamura. Now an event like this should have some fireworks. And there already were…cough…excuse me." Replays of qualifying began playing "On Friday in qualifying we thought that Ryan Newman or one of the veterans would grab the pole. But Andrew surprised us with a 1:24.2. We thought that was going to be tough to beat. But then in the final segment it was teammate Ichigo Kurosaki that set the time with a 1:23.8. Now we have two rookie drivers on the front row with the defending champion Serenity Gordon. To hear from the pole sitter here is our pit row reporter Kiyone Kotestu.

With Ichigo and Kiyone

Kiyone: "Thanks Jushiro-sempai. So Ichigo Kurosaki you won the pole on your first attempt at qualifying. What is going through your head as we get ready for driver's introductions?

Ichigo: "What's going through my head is that is all surreal. I mean my teammates are all rookies in this tier we weren't supposed to keep up with them. Now I have a chance to win big in our first race.

K: "So what are your expectations this season" I: "Oh I hope we win this thing. But there are eight other teams and thirty-five other drivers including my teammates. It's going to be competitive this year I have a good feeling about that.

K: "That's good so anyone to shout out to?" I: "Not really most of my family is here. We are big on the family thing at the Enterprises. My dad heads the team and is my crew chief. My Uncle and cousin are one of my teammates I've been friends with Andrew and Sado for years. My sisters work on the crew we are a really tight nit bunch even though we have only been together a couple of months. I think that support will help all of us.

K: "So what about your mother" I" "She is unfortunately not here anymore. Rest in Peace her kind soul I think she will be watching out over me." K: "Sorry for bringing it up" I: "You didn't know" K: "One last question are you ready" I: "As I will ever be" "Alright then good luck back to you Jushiro" "And Cut" Sentaro called out. "Thanks for the interview. That was good" Kiyone said. "You are welcome" Ichigo said as the crew left.

"That was pretty good Ichigo" Andrew said as he walked over from his interview. "I think you got some sympathy on your side" "I'm not looking for sympathy" Ichigo said as he started walking towards the introduction stage. Andrew grabbed his shoulder "I know it's personal but you have a sympathetic ear" Andrew said as they walked silently

Half Hour before engines fire up

"Ladies and Gentleman it is now time to meet your drivers that will race in the 50th WORLD GRAND PRIX" the track announcer to roar of the crowd. "Alright then let us get started" the announcer said as the drivers began coming out. Tatsuki and Orihime were in front of the podium watching with their camera as each of the drivers made their appearance

Behind the stage the drivers were standing waiting to be called up. Some of the drivers were being interviewed by other networks. Ichigo could see Kiyone talking with Maria from Ferrari and Jermaine talking with Robert from Hendrick. Turning around he saw Drew pacing around shaking his hands like a nervous twitch. "Andrew? Andrew? Hey snap out of it" Drew looked up and stopped pacing but his hand was twitching. "What's wrong?" Ichigo said. "Oh just a little nervous and excited I don't have my usual coping stuff right now" "Coping? What do you mean?" "Let's say I am not the most…social person and for some reason the environment is making me antsy. Combine those and well" Andrew motion to his hand. "Anything you take for this" "No I took social therapy. I am fine though." Andrew's twitching stopped as. Tier Harribel took to the stage to wolf whistles of the crowd" "You sure?" "Oh yeah no worries. Believe it or not racing is part of that therapy. I did well in school, but for therapeutic purposes nothing could compare to being in control of 850 horsepower. Once I was in I was hooked. Now I want to prove that those with my condition can do great things." "Your condition?" Ichigo asked as a big roar came from the crowd as Brian Mcnish took the stage. "Like you I have my secrets. Just know we all have our reasons to race." Andrew said as the announcer revealed the next driver.

"Starting 15th in the number 32 for Kurosaki-Ishida Enterprises from Karakura Town, Japan Uryuu "The Sparrow" Ishida." The announcer said causing his teammates to sweatdrop. "Sparrow really?" Ichigo asked. Andrew shrugged as Uryuu waved to the crowd. A couple of drivers later and a big roar for Dale Earnhardt IV which was more feminine than Tia's because of his fangirls, the announcer moved on. "Staring 8th in the 66 from Karakura Town, Japan Sado "El Diablo" Yasotora" Sado walked up not saying much and just gave the crowd a thumbs up.

Ichigo and Andrew were waiting on their turn when Serenity walked over to him. "Hello gentleman" she said with a smile. "Oh Serenity, hello" Andrew said with a nervous expression. Ichigo smirked at his expression. "First race you all excited" she asked with the same carefree expression on her face. "I don't know about my stuttering friend here but I am ready for this." "Stuttering? I just happen to be in the presence of a beautiful woman. You would probably do the same thing with Orihime." "Hey leave her out of this" the boys started arguing causing her to giggle. Drew stopped talking and blushed a bit. "And now for the front row." The announcer said. "Good luck boys" Serenity said as she walked up the stands "First starting 3rd in the number 24 car from Vallejo, California, USA she is your defending champion from Hendrick Motorsports, Serenity "The Princess" Gordon" the announcer said as Serenity took the stage to loud cheers of the crowd.

"I think she calmed us down" Andrew said. "You think?" Ichigo asked. "Oh yeah you were just as nervous as me weren't you" Andrew pointed out. "Alright you got me" "Now for your second place starter" "That's me good luck" Andrew said pounding Ichigo's fist. The announcer continued "His wildness got him to the pole only to be knocked off by our pole sitter. From Jacksonville, Florida, the only American representing a Japanese team, racing for Kurosaki-Ishida Enterprises welcome to the Grand Prix Andrew "The Maverick" Michaels." Andrew got up on stage and smile slightly while waving to the crowds with the cameras in the crowd and next to the stage. Walking by he saw several people stick their hands out and he high-fived them as he walked down the ramp towards his car.

Ichigo gulped he was on next. "And now your pole sitter. He came as close as anyone has to breaking a twenty-five year old record. He race for Kurosaki-Ishida Enterprise he is a rookie just like his teammates in the World Grand Prix. From Karakura Town, Japan give it up for Ichigo "The Guardian" Kurosaki." The announcer called out as Ichigo took the stage to some applause. Orihime and Tatsuki were filming and taking pictures of the whole thing so they could edit it later but they were focusing primarily on their team. When Ichigo came out they took their time filming and taking their pictures before they walked with him to his car.

The announcer made one last note "Driver to your cars engines fire in ten minutes." Tatsuki and Orihime were running along pit road to film some of them getting in their cars. They saw Uryuu hop in after switching his glasses out. They saw Chad climbing in through a hatch on top of the car. When they got to the front row Ichigo and Andrew were already in. They walked over to Andrew who was getting help putting the Hans device on and some last minute advice from Kisuke.

Walking over they heard the last snippets of the conversation. "Remember this is the real deal, this is just a car you are responsible for what you do with it. Also watch your temperatures it's very hot. We got the air pump on your helmet and we have water bottles for when you come in" Kisuke said. Andrew nodded and Kisuke stepped back after putting up the driver's net. "Hey Michaels-san we came to wish you good luck" Orihime said. "Yeah good luck knucklehead." Tatsuki said with a small smile. "Thanks girls." Andrew said with a thumb up then place his ear plugs in followed by his helmet.

Walking over to Ichigo's car Isshin was still talking with Ichigo. "Son you know I tend to be a goof but in all seriousness be careful. There might be some rain today so watch your temps and watch your car" "Thanks dad" Ichigo said as he put on his helmet. Isshin put up the net and pulled away as the girls walked over to his car. "Good luck Kurosaki-kun" Orihime said in her bubbly way. "What she said" Tatsuki said giving a thumbs up to him. "Thanks girls" Ichigo said sticking out his hand to shake theirs. Tatsuki grabbed his hand followed by Orihime who blushed at the contact.

"Teams please vacate the track." Orihime and Tatsuki followed Isshin to the garage who proceeded to climb on top of the pit box.

"Ichigo can you hear me" "Loud and clear pops" Isshin nodded. "Girls you might want to put on your ear phones." The girls grabbed their ear phones as the announcer prepared to give the most famous words in motorsports

"Ladies and Gentleman, it is now time to start this season off right. Drivers. START. YOUR. ENGINES.

With a loud roar the crowd cheered as each car fired up. In the race control the officials were monitoring the cars as engine fired up. A grey-haired man was overseeing this. "Saeskbe, all engines are fired up and running" an official told the stern-looking British man. "Good. Send word to the pace car to begin." "Yes sir"

(I will split time between on track dialogue and the two TV Broadcasters during the races plus race control as needed.)

In the American booth Nate and Jeremy were commenting on the start-up and read out the starting line-up. "With a loud an enthusiastic cheer and the loud roar of the engines the fiftieth World Grand Prix is under way" Jeremy said. "That is right and boy these drivers look hungry to race" Nate said. "As the drivers pull away let's look at what is going to take to win this race. It is 400 miles on roughly a 4 mile track. It will take a hundred laps to complete the distance with a fuel run of 25-30 laps so look for someone to gamble towards the end. Track temperature is well over 120 degrees Fahrenheit with the 80 degree air temperature and the humidity it is sweltering in those cars." "Right Nate now let's see if we can talk to one of the drivers as they complete the first of three pace laps." "Let's talk to the Golden Girl Serenity. Serenity this is NJ you read me.

"Loud & clear" "You're entering as the champ how do you feel?" "It feels great but not I have a bull's eye on my back especially with those of Souske." "You got that right they must have been ticked when you stole that title." "Hahaha…so true. But they aren't the only ones. The two drivers next to me seem like even harder challenges to me." "Oh some praise already for the rookies. They must like that. Alright good luck this year talk to you later." "Thanks NJ" Nate cut the mic as the racers came along for ace lap two as the lights on the pace (safety) car went off. With the drivers

Ichigo was breathing trying to calm himself. He saw his mother's pendent and touched it. "Watch over me mom" he said as they went through turn one.

Andrew was cleaning off his tires by weaving back and forth when Kisuke came over the radio. "Remember the starter's box is the entrance to turn 14. Make sure not to take off before then" "10-4 Kisuke" Andrew said as the safety car sped up through turn 3. "Remember drivers the signal is turn 14 do not start before then" Saeskbe said.

Throughout the grid drivers were concentrating on the start of their season. From Uryuu's and Ulquiorra's stoic look to Tia and Sado's blank looks. Some drivers were still talking with their crew chiefs. As they headed down the stretch towards the 9 10 chicane they had to squeeze through the relatively small turns. Approaching turn twelve the entrance appeared on their right. The safety car pulled off to let the drivers go through the final turns. The crowd was on their feet as they approached the crucial turn. "Steady…Ichigo steady you start this don't blow it" Isshin said over the radio. Coming out of Turn 14 he saw the flag stand.

"Wait…NOW GREEN FLAG" Isshin called out as the flag man waved the flag. Ichigo got on throttle and went through the gears. Andrew was a little slow on the gear change and dropped behind Ichigo. Serenity however having the inside line was able to get into turn one much better as the rest of the field bunched up behind them. Some of the cars made contact as smoke was thrown up from the brakes. Some of the cars went side wise and at least two cars, Maria and Ralph spun out but they quickly recovered

"And there's already chaos going into the first turn as the 3 and 42 spin out in turn one" Jeremy said from the American booth. Meanwhile in the Japanese booth Kommamura was calling the front of the race. "Serenity takes the lead coming out of turn one with the Audis following them" Kommamura said as they entered turns two and three.

On the track Serenity was exiting turn 3 with a smirk. "Later boys" she said as she sped towards five into to the slow turn six. She got a little loose and Ichigo tried to sneak through six but slammed the door going out of the turn into the long straight.

"Damn she can be mean on the track" Ichigo said. "I guess there is a reason why she is a champion. We got a long race" Andrew said on their team radio (Drivers can talk between their teams). They followed Serenity into the fast chicane. Andrew got loose and almost lost it but quickly got control but lost a little bit of ground. As they entered the last section of the course Ichigo tried to get inside but he hopped the turn and almost collided with Serenity forcing him to check up (slow down) and lose his momentum. "God damn it I can't catch a break.

Kommamura: As Lap one is completed Serenity has picked up right where she left off in her championship season as she leads lap one. The rookies Kurosaki and Michaels are chasing her down.

Eight laps later, the three were still fighting at the time but now Ulquiorra was sneaking into the mix. Meanwhile back in 19th Uryuu was falling back. His car was pushing through several of the turns, meaning the front of the car wouldn't turn like he wanted. He made his frustrations known over the radio. "Father this car is tight I cannot turn this car." "Uryuu please tough it out there it might be the fuel. Let it burn off see if that loosens it up. We will try to make adjustments on our first stop." "At this rate I might not make it." Uryuu said as he plowed through the 9 10 chicane.

A lap later Sado was battling Archie for 7th as they went through the first set of turns. Archie was keeping Chad (I will use both interchangeably you know who he is) from passing him. "No rookie is going to get by me." He saw Grimmjow up ahead as he had stayed in sixth. "Hello kitty. Time to play." As Archie exited the tricky 6 and 7 turns into 8.

Grimmjow was riding along trying to keep up with Shawn but he couldn't gain any more ground. Shawn was a little tight but Grimmjow was that much loose. Collectively they were four seconds behind Ulquiorra who was slowly gaining on Andrew.

"Damn it I can't keep up, this car is too loose for me" "I though you would like a loose race car" said a snide voice. "Oh who asked you Sazeyl?" Grimmjow said as he turned down the front stretch. The pink haired man chuckled "Would you relax. It is only early in the race" "Grr…" Grimmjow then looked in the rearview mirror to see Archie coming up behind him. "Che… a new meal" Grimmjow said he sped down towards turn six. Archie had the slightly faster car so he came up to Grimmjow as they entered the turn. Grimmjow broke hard into the turn and his car got slightly loose. Archie tried to turn underneath him but he wheel hopped and made contact with Grimmjow and ended up spinning both of them out. Chad who was slightly behind him checked up as they spun completely around and faced the oncoming traffic.

Jeremy: Two cars make contact in turn its Archie and Grimmjow they spin and the local caution comes out. Yasotora passes them both without wrecking move him to 6th.

Nate: Looks like Archie got a little aggressive and that is a bad spot on the track for them as more cars are coming.

Jeremy: No passing though this section as long as the flag is out. Archie gets going but he loses eight spots and now is 15th now make that 16th. Grimmjow though looks like he finally got it turned around as he goes across the grass and is now being shown in 21st.

"****ing damn it. I am going to get you Archie. "Grimmjow, this is only one incident do not despair" said the smooth voice of Aizen Souske. "Si boss." Grimmjow said as came down the front stretch.

Back with the leaders Serenity Ichigo and Andrew were still 1, 2, 3, but now Ulquiorra was closing in fast on lap 14. They had encountered lapped traffic as they were setting a good pace. "Ichigo careful lapped traffic ahead. I think that's Raoul and Ralph. They haven't recovered from earlier" Yuzu said over the radio. "Gotcha, you hear that Andrew Ichigo. "Roger I think we can get her when she tries to get around them just be patient wait for your moment" Andrew said as he kept an eye on Ulquiorra. Two laps later Ichigo's chance came when Serenity was working on the 3. Going into turn 1 Ralph cut inside forcing Serenity outside almost onto the outside curb because she was too close. Ichigo having seen this broke a little harder and slipped between the two. Andrew quickly followed as Serenity lost all of her momentum heading into the first stretch. "Later princess" Ichigo said going into turn four and five.

American Booth

Jeremy: Going to turn one, Serenity forced to go outside of Ralph and is forced out onto the curb. Ichigo and Andrew take advantage. It's now the Hondas 1 and 2. Serenity falls to third into the clutches of the number 04 of Ulquiorra.

Japan booth

Jushiro: "And with a brilliant piece of strategy, Kurosaki and Michaels are now in front of the defending champion.

Kommamura: We knew it would get dicey with the lapped traffic but the rookies pulled that off. Kurosaki and Michaels are in front. Serenity now has to deal with the person she beat last year.

On the track.

Serenity had finally got back up to speed but now was fighting Ulquiorra off as she entered the slow part of the back stretch. Serenity tried to hold him off but wheel-hopped in the 11-12 chicane and lost control letting Ulquiorra by but now were trailing by four seconds.

Meanwhile with the two rookies they were just passing the line and were in high spirits.

"Oh yeah this is what I'm talking about" Ichigo hollered. "Don't get cocky there's lapped traffic in front of you. Also ten laps till a scheduled stop anything needed on the car." Isshin said over the radio. "Maybe a tear off, some water and it's a little tight in the left handers but this car rocks right now." "10-4 just watch the traffic some of the cars are slipping because of the slick track." Case in point, Ikkaku slipped off the track a little allowing the two by and lapping him. "How's your temps. "All green right now maybe a little high for engines. "Keep an eye on it." "Got it.

In Andrew's car similar sentiments were spoken between Kisuke and Andrew. "It's a little tight but importantly it's hot" "We got water for you. Do you have the blowers on" "All of them especially the rear brakes." "Ok so you should be ok. There is some cloud cover coming in we might need to adjust for that" "If its cloud cover there might be rain later like I thought. So loosen my car up the shade will tighten it. "Risky but it might work" "I know." Andrew said.

Lap 27

Ten laps had elapsed and it was getting down to the point where the drivers needed to come in. Some of them could go only 26 while others could probably go to thirty. One of the advantages for Honda was that they got some great fuel mileage and could probably stretch it but they had to determine when to come in. Staying out too long meant that with the new tires those who had changed their tires could go faster over those with older tires.

"Alright first pit stop guys get the tires ready. Someone get the water they have to be hot. Ryuken is Uryuu coming in soon" Isshin asked. Ryuken nodded as the crew moved the tires into position.

Some of the cars who were struggling mightily like Uryuu were coming in on the next lap and some of the commentators were making notes about it.

Jeremy: As we approach the edge of the pit window some of the drivers in the back are making their way on to pit road and we have a caution on the track."

Japan booth

Kommamura: Caution on the speedway and it looks like two cars ended up in the wall and partially blocking turn eleven.

Jushiro: Looks like Jessica Rosburg in the 12 and Michael Busch in the 18 let's look at the replays." Looking at the replays they saw Michael go in a little hard trying to get into the turn and when he was passing Jessica he wheel hopped the turn and both ended up in the barrier. They were now lodged in the barrier. The race slowed down as the safety car came out onto the track.

"Alright guys everyone should be coming in this time by I do not want any mistakes." Isshin ordered as the tires were placed on the side where the tires were going to be. Considering it there were twenty-eight cars (Two wrecked and six a lap down)

American Booth

Jeremy: The cars on the lead lap are heading down turn 13 to the pit lane. The top four are the two Kurosaki Hondas Ulquiorra in the Mazda, Serenity in the Chevy and Soi Fong in the Toyota. We got to Jermaine in the 24 pit.

Jermaine: (With the cars coming down and air wrench going) I have all four of the leaders right near me. Serenity is complaining of a tight car with the cloud cover. She feels the car could be better. Four Tires and a small air pressure change and a bottle of water. Ulquiorra has been what we expected quiet save for slight tightness. Ichigo has been happy with the race car and there is a jam in the air gun that is going to cost him big. Andrew's almost done with his service they are changing the right sides and remove a spring rubber to improve cornering in the left handers. And as they drop the jack he stalls the motor. Both of the rookies have problems their cars as the rest of pit road passes him. They finally get fired as Ichigo finishes his stop but they fell back far. After shuffling they were now 18th and 20th. Soi Fong from Kuchiki was in first followed by Ulquiorra, Serenity, Shawn and Archie.

"GOD ****INGDAMN IT WHAT HAPPENED WITH THE AIR GUN! KISUKE YOURUICHI GET OVER HERE" Isshin yelled as he tried to cool down his son. Kisuke walked over and looked at the machine and saw that it had some dirt in the gun. "Keigo I thought the air gun was clean." "I thought it was I'm sorry." Keigo said despondently. "It's alright we can recover. Ichigo calm down. "I HAD THE LEAD AND STUPID MISTAKE PUTS ME IN THE MIDDLE OF THE PACK" "You've a got a good car. We just need a way to get back into contention."

Kisuke though had a much a calmer conversation with his driver. "Sorry Kisuke got a little over excited." "It's alright we can come back from this just keep your car clean. "How's the weather?" "Looks good for fast running might need to go up the middle to finish the race. Kisuke said in code "Good have Isshin get the intermediates out. Next pit stop I want to change into them." "Are you sure that's wise. "Kisuke I saw the clouds. It's going to rain by the end of this." "Alright then good luck." Kisuke said. He sighed, "This better work"

After three laps of cleaning up the track they lined up side by side. With Ichigo and Andrew being two spots apart they lined up behind each other. Uryuu was slightly behind them and Chad was running about the 13th as Soi Fong led them to the green flag on lap 32. Like on the first green flag there was a scramble down into turn one. As Soi Fong turned into turn one Ulquiorra got underneath her car and passed her as the exited the turn while several cars behind tangled up and causing a couple to spin. Ichigo and Andrew being right there almost collided but they forced their way through and picked up a couple of spots

Jeremy: As the racers enter turn 1 Ulquiorra using that calm attitude he is known for gets past Soi Fong into 1st as the rest of the pack tries to squeeze through the turn. Three cars spinning, Ralph Dillon again just not his day, as well as George Schumacher and Rebecca Kirkland. As they go through the first stretch its Ulquiorra, Soi Fong, Archie, Renji we haven't heard from him today in 4th after the confusion and George Schumacher we also haven't heard from he has been quietly moving up and Serenity back in 6th but is trying to get back around Schumacher.

In the cockpit of their respective cars Ichigo and Andrew were contending with other cars as the jostled for position. "Damn these drivers they are driving me nuts. "Ichigo calm down just run your race" "Alright, Here I go" Ichigo said as he out broke Kira who went wide in turn six for 14th. Andrew was following him. "How are you holding up?" Kisuke asked Andrew. "Wish I wasn't in this traffic Kisuke" Andrew said as he passed down the front stretch trying to pass another car for 16th and now was looking at Kira's white and green back bumper. 'With the field spread out strategy will play an important part. Ichigo and I can only go so far on the track." "Yuzu, what does the weather look like up there? Cloud cover is increasing I see some darker clouds off Turns 2 and 3. Might rain soon" "You hear that Kisuke?" "Loud and clear so what do you want to do?" "If a caution comes out before lap 50 we are coming in most of them are not to risk it that close to the line. Ichigo you got that?" "Don't know if your strategy will work but I want to win show them we mean business" "That's the best we can do. Guys get the intermediates and the rain tires ready" Isshin called out to the crew.

Meanwhile in the pits of Ulquiorra and Grimmjow, Souske Aizen was watching the race with amusement. His driver was leading, Grimmjow was in 7th Tia despite some troubles was running 12th and Gin was in 19th. It looked like a good point's day so far. "Ulquiorra keep it up we have this race. "Yes Aizen-sama" 'Little upstarts. This Kurosaki-Ishida drivers are nothing to team of a god" Aizen said looking next to him at the one of the Kurosaki pits. "Sir it looks like the Kurosaki team is bringing out rain tires. Do you think we need too as well?" A crew member said. Aizen thought about it. "It is Australia; this little cloud cover will pass." Aizen coolly said as the crew member nodded. 'What are you up to Kurosaki?'

Several laps had passed and it was now lap 47. Ichigo and Andrew were now in 9th and 10th. Chad had fallen behind them to 12th and Uryuu moved up to 17th. Other notables at this point was Serenity who had moved up to 4th and Renji had fallen to 7th. Other than the two who wrecked earlier, Michael Busch and Jessica Rosburg, there was one more retirement. A suspension issue caused multiple spin outs force Ralph Dillon out. Ulquiorra was lapping people again and had put another three cars a lap down.

Kommamura: We are half way through a fuel run and it looks like the racers have settled nicely as we approach the halfway lap. And we have smoke on the race track. Caution is out someone just blew his engine.

Jushiro: And it looks like it is Gin Ichimaru in 03. That is bad luck for Gin. Maybe his fox like ways backfired on him. Based on where we saw the smoke it happen on the stretch between the slow turns 6 and stretch to the 9-10 chicane

On pit road Gin was coming into the pits leaving a trail of smoke. He pulled behind the wall and drove over to the Souske hanger. "Sorry Aizen I guess I pushed the engine too hard." "Do not worry Gin we will still win with or without you." Aizen said as he walked away from the garage.

On track Andrew smiled. "Alright Ichigo I don't know how many people will come in but we are changing into intermediates." "Right pops you guys ready?" "Ready any adjustments" "Maybe a small air change in the left side tires" "Right" Isshin said

American booth

Jeremy: As the drivers come by pit road on lap 50 the front nine cars stay out. Ichigo and Andrew are the first ones in coming from 9th and 10th leading a group of about 9 or 10 cars including their teammates Jermaine what's going on.

Jermaine: This is apparently a scheduled stop they have been like glue since the start. They believe they can go to the end on one more stop. They are putting what looks like intermediate tires they think there is going to be rain. Small air change on Ichigo's left side and a slight track bar for Andrew and a bottle of water for both of them. And they are on their way with Andrew slightly ahead of Ichigo.

Japanese Booth

Kommamura: An interesting strategy for the Hondas. Most of the other cars were already in the back came in and decided to get some tires. What do you suppose they are going to do by changing into the intermediates?

Jushiro: I think they are planning on the race get rained on. The clouds seem to support the theory. But now they have to fight through the race with tires that may not work well in dry conditions as the green flag comes out on lap 52 with Ulquiorra leading. The three Hondas are 18th, 19th and 20th.

Andrew and Ichigo were fighting through the crowds again. 'Come on this has to work' Andrew though as he passed Robert Johnson for 16th with Ichigo and Uryuu following.

Two laps later his prayers were answered when Yuzu came over the radio. "Oni-chan, Tou-san I just felt rain drops over here in turn 4" Indeed that part of the track was starting to get wet. A lap later more of the track got wet and some of the cars starts slipping in the back part of the track. The three Kurosaki cars that had the intermediate tires were gliding over the rain parts and were still struggling on the dry parts. However with the slowdown of several of the leaders, the Hondas were picking up time as several cars were slipping as the track became wet.

On pit road most of the teams were scrambling while the three Kurosaki stalls were just taking cover. "Ha-ha, that Andrew he saw this coming. Alright Yoruichi have Chad come and switch the tires I don't want him out there on the slicks." Yoruichi nodded and radioed Chad.

On track Ulquiorra was still on track but now he had to contend with the rain. Going through turn six he had to really slow down to avoid a couple of cars that were coming off the grass.

"Aizen I need to come in. I do not know if I can hold my car together" "Sigh…come in next time, we need get the tires ready." Ulquiorra acknowledged it and went down the front stretch. A second later the rookies assed the line and was gaining ground on the slower car.

"Great call on the tires Andrew" "Don't get cocky Ichigo. We have one stop left and we might be gambling on fuel and tires." Andrew said as he and Ichigo exited turn 6. "He's right Ichigo. With the cool weather I would suggest killing the fans on the brakes to conserve energy." Isshin said. The two drivers acknowledged and shut off all the unnecessary switches. Andrew assumed the lead as Ulquiorra slipped down pit road as the rain started to rain a little harder. Andrew led a couple of more laps (61-64) and then with Ichigo having the better car he let him by.

American Booth

Jeremy: With some impressive piece of strategy Ichigo and Andrew are now one and two with third place George Schumacher about eight seconds back fighting off a challenge form Brian Mcnish in the Audi and Serenity in the Chevrolet.

Nate: They might be in front now but they have about six or seven laps on their tires more than those chasing them. This rain might be helping them forcing the cars to be slower by about 20 MPH. Still everyone needs to come in one more time. Expect the ones that came in on lap 50 to be in around before lap 80. The rest are in a bind because they might have to give up their position on the track in order to come in.

On pit road Isshin was doing some calculations. "If this rain keeps up we can pit with about 20 laps to go and if it stays green we can probably secure the win." "Our cars can squeeze a couple more laps then the American cars and the Mazdas. But you are right we need it to stay green or we could have problems." Ryuken said.

Several more laps passed. Ichigo and Andrew were still one two but now their lead shrunk to about three seconds. Part of it was they were on older tires. Part of it was they were racing each other. Ichigo had a slight advantage but they were careful not to wreck each other. Meanwhile Uryuu was in 6th battling Schumacher while Chad was battling with Tia back in 12th.

Ulquiorra after being one of the last to come in and change tires was in 10th. "This rain and all of these racers are trash. "Ulquiorra please calm down" said his crew chief Tensra Ludocruz. "I am calm you just can't see it." "We can still win this we just need some luck." "I do not need luck I am better than all of these pieces of trash." Ulquiorra said as he exited turn 3.

Lap 79 quickly approached. Tatsuki and Orihime were watching the crews as the got serious. This was the money stop. No mistakes this is where the race was won and lost. "Tatsuki this is getting exciting" Orihime chirped. "I don't know about exciting but it is tense." Tatsuki pointed out.

"Alright no mistakes we need to do this right people." Isshin said. Ichigo Andrew and eventually Chad and Uryuu pulled off and made their way down. This allowed Brian Mcnish to assume the lead as he was still fighting off Serenity.

Jermaine: This probably going to be the final stop for both drivers. Both cars are handling great and they put on the wet tires. Both cars filled up with fuel and a good stop for all of the Honda drivers down and away in about 9 seconds. (Average Indy car stop is about 8-10 seconds, NASCAR is about 12-14 F1 is probably 7-9).

Japan booth

Jushiro: Well they are off cycle but no one despite the weather can make it from here since they stopped at around lap 60. Everyone else is going to have either conserve fuel or come in. But with fresh tires the 15 and the 91 will be faster than most of the drivers on older tires as they come out in 20th and 21st and already they are passing the 99 of Alexandria Edwards.

"Alright you two you can make it to the end punch it" Isshin said.

"You got it/ let's rock." The two drivers said as they started going a little faster as the rain continued to pour.

Eight laps later Ichigo and Andrew were now in 13th and 14th. Serenity had retaken the lead from Mcnish who fell to 4th behind Patricia Stenhouse and Grimmjow who fought back. With the speeds they are going they needed one more stop to make to the end.

Japan Booth

Kommamura: With Ten laps to go the race is reaching its conclusion, which will stay out who will come in and will the rookie drivers' strategies from Kurosaki-Ishida work?

Jushiro: They are in great position all four of them. They stopped ten laps ago and most of the drivers in front of them will need to come in or try to conserve fuel. They can go as hard as they want as we see the two lead Hondas pass George Schumacher in his Ferrari move Ichigo into 10th and Andrew into 11th. With Uryuu in 13th and Chad in 15th this looks like a possible sweep. As we start seeing some of the drivers start to peel off are we going to four tires or just fuel?

Kiyone: That is a good question as we see a couple of the Fords come in and it looks they are taking fuel only. That appears to be the consensus up and down the pit road.

Jermaine: My colleague Kiyone is mostly right. The remaining Mazda teams will try to stay out at least Grimmjow who is currently 3rd on track. Make that 2nd as Serenity in the Chevy makes her way down pit road for fuel only. Back to the booth

Kommamura: This is getting intense with 6 laps to go and Patricia Stenhouse now leading. And now she pulls off and Grimmjow in the Mazda assumes the lead. Looking back the Hondas are slowly gaining ground with Robert Johnson now splitting up the Hondas in 8th with Ichigo and Andrew in front and Chad and Uryuu in the back. And now he pulls off for the fuel. And now we have a caution not what the Hondas wanted to see with five laps to go.

Jushiro: Looks like Maria spun around in turn 8 and now the top 5 must make a choice. Cautions typically are two laps to a green flag lap but the problem is that the Hondas have at least twenty lap's fresher tires a tough decision indeed.

On pit road Orihime looked up to Isshin. "What's going to happen now Kurosaki-san" Isshin sighed.

"It's going to depend on how many cars pit. If I know Souske they want to win Grimmjow is going to stay out. The other four might come in. It's going to be a scramble for what looks like the last two laps."

"Relax Orihime, I think they will pull it out." Tatsuki assured her bright-haired friend. It put a smile on her face but it was a hesitant smile.

Back on track of the top five in front of the Hondas only Grimmjow stayed out. "What is he doing/" Andrew whispered.

"I don't know?" Ichigo asked.

"He must want to win badly based on my calculations I don't think he can finish the last lap" Uryuu said.

"My math is agreeing with you I don't he can go past the back stretch on the restart lap." Kisuke pointed out.

"Ichigo your behind him is his engine running. Someone listen to his engine" Andrew asked.

As they came around the front stretch the pit crew listened to the engines.

"I think his engine is running." Yoruichi said with her cat like hearing. Andrew nodded. "Whoever is lining up behind be ready to duck inside." "Why/"

"He is burning fuel with the engine running if he wants to finish this race in first he would need to cut the engines as much as possible. I want to avoid running into him in case he runs out." Andrew said. "Andrew has a good point. Chad I think you are fifth get ready to duck" "Got it" Chad said.

The one to go signal was giving next time by and they began lining up. Grimmjow lined up on the inside near the pit wall. "Hehehe… these Kurosaki punks have nothing on the might of Souske Limited." Approaching the pit entrance the safety car pulled off and the field entered the front stretch. "Alright time to win this." Grimmjow said as he hit the gas. Only for the engine to not respond, "WHAT…NOOO I'M OUT. GOD DAMN IT" Grimmjow, yelled as his car started sputtering. He tried shaking his car which caused several cars behind him to scatter in confusion

Andrew noticing that Grimmjow was slowing down when should have been speeding up. Realizing what had happened Andrew and Chad went to the inside of Grimmjow while Ichigo and Uryuu went on the outside. Ichigo was 1st Andrew had snuck around Uryuu before the turn.
American Booth

Jeremy: Restart with two laps to go Grimmjow leading them down. Green flag is in the air…and Grimmjow can't get it going he is out of gas. The Hondas scatter around him. Ichigo in the 15, Andrew 91, Uryuu 32, Sado 66, and now Rebecca in the 007 the top five as the go down the stretch towards turn six. As we see the 06 slowly towards the access road the Hondas are pulling away as the black and white 15 in front of the garnet and gold 91.

In the racecars the drivers were happy they were going to win. "Alright we are gonna win." Ichigo called out.

"Yeah however don't think you will be the one on top of the podium Ichigo." Andrew said with a smile.

"You right Andrew except that it will be me." Uryuu said.

"Boys don't wreck each other we got the race in the bag." Isshin said. "Got it pops" Ichigo said going into the slow turns before pit road.

Japan booth

Kommamura: White Flag is in the air. It's the Hondas 1-4 with Kirkland in the 5th. They just need to hit their marks. One car in the grass it's Kira but he keeps going. Out of Turn 6 and down to the 9-10 chicanes, the Hondas still looking good. Coming out of the last two turns, checkered flag is in the air its Kurosaki, Michaels, Ishida and Yasotora in a Honda sweep.

The drivers were ecstatic "WOOOHOOOO GREAT JOB GUYS YOU WERE AWESOME" Ichigo yelled out.

"WORLD GRAND PRIX PREPARE FOR THE RISE OF KUROSAKI-ISHIDA." Andrew cheered.

"Hm a win devised from strategy. Let's make sure this isn't the last one" Uryuu said with a smirk.

In the pits it's the crews were celebrating hard especially Ichigo's camp. Tatsuki and Orihime were jumping up and down but quickly composed themselves and shot the celebration by the crew. Isshin smiled and let out a big breath. Kisuke saw it and smiled causing him to smile as well. They bumped their fists and joined the celebration.

Out on the track Ichigo was at the start finish line and doing a victory burn out. He stopped the car and climbed the car. He waved to the crowd who cheered. Smiling he climbed back in and went to victory lane. When he got there his whole crew was there. Climbing out of the car all of the crews cheered as he got out and waved to crowd. Climbing down he saw Jermaine walking nearby.

Jermaine: So Ichigo how does it feel to get your first victory here in the World Grand Prix. Ichigo: it feels amazing. Like I couldn't believe the car I had today all of the Hondas were great. I got to hand it to my Dad and especially Andrew." Andrew came over and gave him a high-five. This crew is great they turned it around after the first pit stop but this this just the first of what I hope is many wins here.

Jermaine: So you are excited for the rest of the season.

Ichigo: Oh yeah bring it on.

Jermaine: Thanks Ichigo go ahead and celebrate.

Later they were on the podium with Ichigo being handed the trophy for the race. They all got bottles of champagne as was customary of the winner. "Hm good champagne is hard to come by." Uryuu said. "Uryuu we aren't drinking it" Andrew said as he shook it up. "We are spraying it like this" Andrew said unleashing the champagne at Uryuu who proceeded to spray him and Ichigo. Later, Ichigo's team gathered for a team photo and as they were celebrating they knew it was only the beginning of their season. What's next on the Grand Prix Find out next time on Bleach Grand Prix!

Standings after Melbourne: (Standings reflect finish order for this race)

1. Ichigo Kurosaki 28 laps led 40 points

2. Andrew Michaels 3 laps led 36 points

3. Uryuu Ishida 34 points

4. Chad Yasotora 33 points

5. Rebecca Kirkland 32 points

6. Ulquiorra Cifer 27 laps led 32 points

7. Soi Fong 4 laps led 31 points

8. Archie Stewart 30 points

9. Serenity Gordon 21 laps led 29 points

10. Dale Earnhardt IV 27 points

11. Renji Abarai 26 points

12. Tier Harribel 25 points

13. Michael Kennseth 24 points

14. Flippe Massa III 23 points

15. Ralph Hamilton 22 points

16. Francesca Alonso 21 points

17. Marcus Andretti 20 points

18. Brian Mcnish 20 points 2 laps led

19. Jason Webber 18 points

20. Patricia Stenhouse 2 laps led 18 points

21. Robert Johnson 16 points

22. Shawn Newman 15 points

23. Alexandra Edwards 14 points

24. Raoul Garcia 13 points

25. George Schumacher 12 points

26. Kira Izuru 11 points

27. Michael Kennseth 10 points

28. Maria Robertson 9 points

29. Bjorn Kristensen 8 points

30. Grimmjow Jaegerjaquez 5 laps led 8 points

31. Ikkaku Mandarame 2 laps down 6 points

32. Allen Regan 2 laps down 5 points

33. Gin Ichimaru Out 4 points

34. Ralph Dillon Out 3 points

35. Jessica Rosburg Out 2 points

36. Michael Busch Out 1 points

Team Standings Round 1 of 25

Kurosaki-Ishida: 145 points

Kuchiki: 82 Points

Hendrick: 75 points

Audi: 73 points

Red Bull: 73 points

Stewart-Haas: 67 points

Souske: 66 points

Rousch: 64 points

Ferrari: 44 points

End of chapter

A/N: Finally done. I have the standings posted I will update the standings after each race chapter. Next update from me is my Pokémon/Kamen Rider story might be next week

Preview: With the Australia Grand Prix done, Kurosaki-Ishida heads back to HQ for refurbishment and rest. The girls learn how to work with the pit crew and they prepare for the next race. But will Souske take this lying down? Find out

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