Eli Tomac Raced Tampa Supercross with a Broken Fibula, Scans Reveal
Eli Tomac has once again proven why he is one of the toughest riders in motocross. Recent scans have revealed that Tomac completed the Tampa Supercross event with a broken fibula, an injury that went undiagnosed at the time. Initially thought to be a sprained ankle and a bruised calf, further medical evaluations confirmed the fracture, forcing him to the sidelines for upcoming races.
Pushing Through the Pain
Tomac suffered the injury during a qualifying session at Raymond James Stadium, where his leg got pinned under his bike upon landing from a jump. Despite the intense pain, the Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing rider gritted his way through the night’s program, finishing seventh in his heat race before lining up for the main event.
Though visibly struggling, Tomac managed to secure valuable points in the championship standings, a testament to his incredible determination. His ability to complete the event despite the injury has left fans and fellow riders in awe.
Official Diagnosis and Reaction
After the race, Tomac’s condition didn’t improve, prompting additional scans that confirmed the broken fibula. Reflecting on the diagnosis, he expressed his frustration, saying, “After two days of pain not improving, I got additional scans on my leg, and I do have a broken fibula. This is such a bummer as I’ve never felt better on the motorcycle in Supercross and getting a win at San Diego was great.”
Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing team manager Rich Simmons also commented on Tomac’s resilience, stating, “It was already impressive for him to go out and race the heat race and the main event Saturday night to score some points for the championship, but knowing what we know now, it speaks volumes about Eli’s grit and determination.”
What’s Next for Tomac?
With the fibula injury now confirmed, Tomac will be sidelined for an undetermined period as he focuses on recovery. His team has not yet provided an official timeline for his return, but fans are hopeful he will be back in action sooner rather than later.
For now, the Supercross world waits to see when the reigning champion will make his comeback. One thing is certain—when Tomac returns, he’ll be just as determined as ever to reclaim his spot at the top.
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