Maxime had started the Oceasia 2023 season in the middle of the standings with a P2 in the first race, then followed up with a P7, then a P11 in Autopolis for the 3rd race. The forfeit in Tsukuba did not guarantee him a place in the semi-finals. He was able to count on his victory in Suzuka to move up the rankings to 20th position, and a podium finish in the 1/2 final to open the doors to the final.