Eli Tomac to retire after the 2026 SMX postseason
The 33-year-old will step away after the SMX World Championship Final in Ridgedale on Sept. 26, ending a 17-season career: two 450SX titles, four 450MX titles, 57 450SX wins (second all-time) and a record eight Daytona wins.
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Aug 31
SMX League · press release
The SMX League’s tribute: 240 career podiums, the most in series history
Sixteen years and three months after a history-making win at the Hangtown Motocross Classic during his professional debut, Eli Tomac has made the decision to retire from professional offroad motorcycle racing.
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Aug 31
Red Bull KTM · press release
Eli Tomac to Retire at the Conclusion of 2026 SMX Post-Season
American motocross and supercross legend Eli Tomac has announced that he will retire from professional competition following the 2026 SMX World Championship post-season, bringing a close to one of the most decorated careers in the history…