Imaizumi wins the battle in the rain and rides in the lead. Sakamichi catches up to him, and Sugimoto and the other supporting members cheer for Team Sohoku as they ride alone in the lead. While Sohoku goes for the one-two finish, Kuroda and Manami of Hakone Academy close in from behind. Kuroda sends off Manami, who instantly jumps into the lead. The dangerous situation leaves Sakamichi bewildered, but there's only one thing he can do for the team. Imaizumi gives him the final order of taking their jersey to the finish line, and Sakamichi chases after Manami at full power...!
Perhaps this was destined to happen...
Tal vez esto estaba predestinado…
Tal vez esto estaba predestinado…
Peut-être
que c’était écrit d’avance
Forse è stato proprio il destino a decidere 
che le cose dovessero andare così...
Parece que isto estava fadado a acontecer...
Быть может, всё было решено ещё тогда...