The 2013 SUGO GT 300km was the fourth round of the 2013 Super GT season. It took place on July 28, 2013.
The 2013 SUGO GT 300km was the fourth round of the 2013 Super GT season. It took place on July 28, 2013.
Race result is as follows. [1] [2]
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