Tomac: “I am a lot stronger than I was the year before In 2024, I felt like I had a rushed preparation time but now I…”

Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing Gears Up for 2025 450 SMX Title Challenge with Championship-Pedigree Riders

As the 2025 SuperMotocross World Championship approaches, Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing is preparing for an exciting season, featuring a trio of championship-caliber riders and the potent YZ450F machine. Heading into the new season, the team is primed for a heavy-hitting title challenge, with returning riders Eli Tomac, Cooper Webb, and Justin Cooper, each bringing their own unique pedigree of success to the table.

Tomac’s Strengthened Focus for 2025

Eli Tomac, the two-time 450SX Champion and four-time Pro Motocross 450MX Champion, is fresh off a competitive 2024 season and is reflecting on the improvements he’s made ahead of 2025. Tomac, who has long been regarded as one of the sport’s most skilled and powerful riders, feels stronger and more prepared than ever for the upcoming campaign.

“I am a lot stronger than I was the year before,” Tomac stated. “In 2024, I felt like I had a rushed preparation time, but this year, I’ve had more time to dial in everything and really get my fitness and technique where they need to be.”

The 31-year-old veteran’s statement is an important one, as it signals a renewed sense of confidence after a year where the timeline to fully recover and prepare for the challenges of both Supercross and Motocross felt compressed. With more time and a methodical approach to his training, Tomac believes he is on track to hit the ground running in 2025, a year where he’s aiming to contend for yet another title in the prestigious 450 SuperMotocross (SMX) Championship.

Webb and Cooper: Championship Forces Ready for Battle

Joining Tomac in the title chase are Cooper Webb and Justin Cooper, two other riders with proven success in the sport’s most challenging classes. Webb, a two-time 450SX Champion, is no stranger to high-pressure situations and has proven himself as one of the most resilient and consistent riders in the sport. After a solid 2024 season, Webb is set to continue his quest for more championships as part of the highly competitive Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing squad.

Meanwhile, Justin Cooper, who made a name for himself by securing the 2021 250SX West Championship,

brings his own championship-winning mentality to the 450 class in 2025. Although he’s still establishing himself in the elite 450 ranks, Cooper’s success in the 250 class, combined with his work ethic and determination, makes him a formidable threat in the SuperMotocross series.

A Team Built for Success

With Tomac, Webb, and Justin Cooper, Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing has a formidable trio in place for the 2025 season. Not only do they have riders who have proven their championship mettle, but the team also has the technical backing of Yamaha, with the YZ450F proving to be one of the most competitive and reliable machines in the premier class.

The 31-round season kicks off after the New Year, with the Monster Energy AMA Supercross season opener at Angel Stadium in Anaheim, California, on January 11, 2025. As the first round approaches, all eyes will be on Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing, as Tomac, Webb, and Cooper begin their hunt for the 450 SMX title and look to carry their team to success on the global stage.

With an experienced and highly motivated lineup, Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing is poised for an exciting 2025 SuperMotocross World Championship, and fans can expect a thrilling season from some of the sport’s most accomplished riders.