James “Bubba” Stewart Fires Back at Eli Tomac’s Team Over Malcolm Stewart’s Tampa Win
The aftermath of the Tampa Supercross event has sparked heated debates, and none more vocal than former motocross superstar James “Bubba” Stewart. In a fiery response to suggestions that his brother, Malcolm Stewart, won the race only because Eli Tomac was injured, Bubba didn’t hold back, calling the claims an insult to Malcolm’s talent and dedication.
The controversy arose when some members of Tomac’s camp implied that Malcolm’s victory was circumstantial, arguing that Tomac—who has a dominant history at Tampa—was hindered by his injury and unable to race at full capacity. However, Stewart was having none of it.
“Excuses are a product of being a bad rider,” Stewart said in a passionate defense of his brother. “Malcolm earned that win fair and square. Everyone out there has to deal with injuries, bad starts, and tough conditions. The best rise above it, and that’s exactly what Malcolm did.”
Stewart, widely regarded as one of the most talented and influential riders in motocross history, emphasized that Malcolm has been grinding for years, constantly improving his skills and proving he belongs at the top. “It’s about time people recognize Malcolm as one of the best in the game. He doesn’t need luck to win. He’s better than most of them out there, and he just proved it.”
Many fans and analysts have backed Stewart’s comments, arguing that racing is unpredictable and injuries are part of the sport. Others have countered, suggesting that while Malcolm’s win was deserved, Tomac’s injury undeniably played a role in the outcome.
Regardless of where opinions lie, one thing is certain—Malcolm Stewart is now a proven winner, and with his brother Bubba standing behind him, the motocross world should expect even bigger things from him in the future.
