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Eli Tomac professional racing retirement

Overview

Eli Tomac, a highly decorated American motocross and supercross racer, has announced his retirement from professional competition. Tomac, who has competed for 17 professional seasons since 2010, will conclude his career following the final three rounds of the 2026 SuperMotocross (SMX) post-season.

His career achievements include four AMA Pro Motocross 450MX championships, two AMA Supercross 450SX championships, and the 2024 FIM World Supercross Championship title. Tomac, currently racing with Red Bull KTM Factory Racing, holds several records, including 57 career 450SX Main Event wins.

The retirement coincides with the setting of the SMX World Championship playoffs, which will feature the top 20 athletes from the 28-round season. The postseason will begin in Columbus, Ohio, utilizing MLS stadiums for the events.

Entities

Eli Tomac · Hunter Lawrence · Red Bull KTM Factory Racing · Ken Roczen · AMA Supercross

Timeline

  1. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    SuperMotocross World Championship playoffs and final field set

    The top 20 athletes are set for the SuperMotocross World Championship playoffs, featuring the retirement of six-time champion Eli Tomac and a first-round playoff race in Columbus, Ohio.

  2. [SPORTS] 8 sources
    Eli Tomac to retire from professional motocross and supercross

    Motocross and supercross legend Eli Tomac has announced he will retire from professional racing at the conclusion of the 2026 SMX post-season, ending a highly decorated 17-season career.

Sources

crossmagazin.de · dirtbikemagazine.com · dirtsportsworld.com · gatedrop.com · hdradio.com · motocrossactionmag.com · motocrossplanet.nl · racerxonline.com · speedsport.com · supercrosslive.com