Eli Tomac has officially re-signed with Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing for the entire 2025 SuperMotocross (SMX) season, marking what he anticipates to be his final year in professional racing. This decision comes after several successful seasons with Yamaha, despite injuries that sidelined him during critical moments of the past two years. Tomac aims to compete in all three major series: AMA Supercross, Pro Motocross, and the SuperMotocross World Championship Playoffs, signaling a strong commitment to finishing his illustrious career on a high note [oai_citation:6,Eli Tomac Returns to Star Yamaha for Entire 2025 SMX Season – Racer X](https://racerxonline.com/2024/08/21/450-words-eli-tomac-returns-for-entire-2025-smx-season) [oai_citation:5,Eli Tomac renews with Yamaha Star Racing for one final SMX year in 2025 – NBC Sports](https://www.nbcsports.com/motor-sports/news/eli-tomac-renews-with-yamaha-star-racing-for-full-2025-supermotocross-world-championship-schedule-pro-motocross-supermotocross-100-races).
Tomac’s return was met with enthusiasm from both his team and fans. Jeremy Coker, the 450 Team Manager at Star Racing, emphasized the team’s dedication to supporting Tomac in his pursuit of more titles in 2025. Having won eight professional championships and amassed over 100 combined victories across Supercross and Motocross, Tomac’s career is already legendary. Notably, he holds the record for the most Daytona Supercross wins and is second in all-time premier-class Supercross victories [oai_citation:4,Eli Tomac renews with Yamaha Star Racing for one final SMX year in 2025 – NBC Sports](https://www.nbcsports.com/motor-sports/news/eli-tomac-renews-with-yamaha-star-racing-for-full-2025-supermotocross-world-championship-schedule-pro-motocross-supermotocross-100-races) [oai_citation:3,Tomac Re-Signs with Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing – Cycle News](https://www.cyclenews.com/2024/08/article/tomac-re-signs-with-monster-energy-yamaha-star-racing/).
Reflecting on his career, Tomac stated his intention to “enjoy the ride” while continuing to strive for race wins and championships. This move comes after his comeback at the Budds Creek National, where he returned to racing following a thumb injury. Although he finished seventh overall at Budds Creek, his presence on the track reaffirmed his status as a top competitor [oai_citation:2,Eli Tomac renews with Yamaha Star Racing for one final SMX year in 2025 – NBC Sports](https://www.nbcsports.com/motor-sports/news/eli-tomac-renews-with-yamaha-star-racing-for-full-2025-supermotocross-world-championship-schedule-pro-motocross-supermotocross-100-races).
Entering his fourth season with Yamaha, Tomac will ride the YZ450F, a machine that has contributed to some of his most iconic victories. His debut season with the team in 2022 saw him clinch both the 450SX and 450MX Championships, as well as lead Team USA to victory at the Motocross of Nations. This legacy sets high expectations for his final campaign in 2025 [oai_citation:1,Tomac Re-Signs with Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing – Cycle News](https://www.cyclenews.com/2024/08/article/tomac-re-signs-with-monster-energy-yamaha-star-racing/).
With his retirement plans now public, Tomac’s final season will likely draw significant attention as fans and competitors alike celebrate one of the sport’s most decorated athletes. His ability to overcome setbacks and maintain top-tier performance solidifies his reputation as a dominant force in motocross history.
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