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Henri Claytor, a French driver debuting in the 12th Cyber Formula World Grand Prix, endured childhood adversity after losing his mother early. Raised solely by his motorsport driver father, he faced intense pressure to pursue karting with the goal of becoming Cyber Formula's youngest champion at age 14. When Hayato Kazami claimed that title first, Henri's father abandoned him and descended into alcoholism, igniting Henri's profound hatred for Kazami.
Joining Theodolite T.T. in 2017 as a replacement driver, Henri immediately demonstrated skill by qualifying the Corundum 50P and scoring points—feats his predecessor failed to achieve. His most aggressive performance unfolded at the British Grand Prix, where he repeatedly blocked Kazami's Super Asurada AKF-11/A and attempted to force it off-track. Witnessing Kazami activate the boost and enter the Zero Realm, Henri overtook him by forcing a wide line that caused Kazami to collide with another car and crash severely.
For 2018, Henri transferred to Sugo Grand Prix after Theodolite T.T.'s buyout. Piloting the Garland SF-01, he emerged as a title contender against veterans like Bleed Kaga. When Kazami returned mid-season, Henri masked his resentment with false sportsmanship. Before the African Grand Prix, he faked a facial injury to falsely accuse Kazami of assault and provoke penalties—a scheme that collapsed. During Japan's rain-soaked finale, Kazami prevented Henri's near-spin, aiding his recovery and securing Henri's 2018 championship. This act catalyzed Henri's shifting perspective toward his rival.
Henri remained with Sugo through 2022, achieving consistent results in upgraded machinery like the Garland SF-03. Following performance dips in later seasons, he sought new opportunities and signed with Missing Link in 2023. His rivalry with Kazami evolved from hostile sabotage to complex respect after the 2018 championship incident, charting his trajectory from vengeful antagonist to layered competitor.
Joining Theodolite T.T. in 2017 as a replacement driver, Henri immediately demonstrated skill by qualifying the Corundum 50P and scoring points—feats his predecessor failed to achieve. His most aggressive performance unfolded at the British Grand Prix, where he repeatedly blocked Kazami's Super Asurada AKF-11/A and attempted to force it off-track. Witnessing Kazami activate the boost and enter the Zero Realm, Henri overtook him by forcing a wide line that caused Kazami to collide with another car and crash severely.
For 2018, Henri transferred to Sugo Grand Prix after Theodolite T.T.'s buyout. Piloting the Garland SF-01, he emerged as a title contender against veterans like Bleed Kaga. When Kazami returned mid-season, Henri masked his resentment with false sportsmanship. Before the African Grand Prix, he faked a facial injury to falsely accuse Kazami of assault and provoke penalties—a scheme that collapsed. During Japan's rain-soaked finale, Kazami prevented Henri's near-spin, aiding his recovery and securing Henri's 2018 championship. This act catalyzed Henri's shifting perspective toward his rival.
Henri remained with Sugo through 2022, achieving consistent results in upgraded machinery like the Garland SF-03. Following performance dips in later seasons, he sought new opportunities and signed with Missing Link in 2023. His rivalry with Kazami evolved from hostile sabotage to complex respect after the 2018 championship incident, charting his trajectory from vengeful antagonist to layered competitor.