Eli Tomac Returns to the Track on His Yamaha YZ450F After Surgery: Eyeing Pro Motocross and Possible Supercross Comeback

 

In a heartening update for motocross fans, Eli Tomac, the Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing rider, has made an impressive return to the bike just seven weeks after undergoing surgery. The 30-year-old rider had surgery on February 14 to repair a broken left fibula sustained during qualifying at the Tampa Supercross. Despite the serious injury, Tomac raced both his heat and the main event, finishing 17th before discovering the extent of the injury days later.

Now well into his recovery, Tomac has been back on his Yamaha YZ450F, riding at his personal test track in Colorado, and it’s clear from his latest Instagram post that he’s already pushing the limits of his recovery. “Back at it! Goal as of now is @promotocross round 1, would love to sneak in the last round of SX, but we’ll see where the next couple of weeks take us,” Tomac wrote, giving fans hope that his return to racing might be sooner than expected.

Tomac’s recovery progress has been nothing short of remarkable. Far from just light training or a leisurely ride, he’s already back to hauling the mail, as seen in videos shared on his social media. This impressive display of speed and confidence after such a recent injury has many fans wondering whether the two-time 450SX Champion might make a surprise appearance at the final round of Supercross in Salt Lake City on May 11 before gearing up for the Pro Motocross season opener.

The Pro Motocross season is set to kick off on May 24 in California, and Tomac’s eyes are firmly set on reclaiming the prestigious 450 Class AMA Pro Motocross Championship.

A title that he’s already won four times—2017, 2018, 2019, and 2022. His passion for the sport and desire to compete at the highest level have remained unwavering, despite the challenges posed by injury.

With his recovery progressing quickly and reports suggesting that he may have plans to race through 2026, Eli Tomac’s return is a hot topic among motocross fans and industry insiders alike. Whether or not he’ll make his return in Supercross remains to be seen, but one thing is for certain: Tomac’s determination and skill continue to make him a dominant force in the sport.

For now, fans are eagerly watching as Eli Tomac’s comeback takes shape. With the Pro Motocross season just around the corner and the possibility of a Supercross surprise in Salt Lake City, motocross enthusiasts are in for an exciting ride as they witness one of the sport’s greatest competitors chase another championship. Stay tuned for more updates on Tomac’s return to racing.