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Arlington Supercross 2026: Title Fight & Texas Decides
Monster Energy AMA Supercross Championship heads to Arlington, Texas with championship implications on the line
Published on Feb. 28, 2026
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The Monster Energy AMA Supercross Championship heads to Arlington, Texas this weekend, with the event at AT&T Stadium having a history of influencing championship outcomes. The 2026 race marks the 48th Supercross event in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex and the 19th at AT&T Stadium. Success in Arlington often foreshadows championship glory, with 49% of 450SX race winners going on to become champions. In the premier 450SX class, Eli Tomac arrives with momentum, while Cooper Webb excels at Arlington. The 250SX Eastern Regional Series also begins at this event, which has historically been a crucial indicator of championship potential.
Why it matters
Arlington has consistently been more than just a race location, with the numbers and history confirming its significance. A win here sends a powerful message, making this weekend's event about far more than just 25 championship points. The venue has a legacy of influencing championship outcomes, with success in Arlington often foreshadowing championship glory.
The details
Of the 47 previous 450SX races in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, 23 winners went on to become champions – a 49% success rate. Within AT&T Stadium, the correlation is even stronger: 12 of 18 winners (67%) ultimately clinched the title. Eli Tomac arrives in Texas with significant momentum, having secured three wins this season and is just one point behind Hunter Lawrence in the championship standings. Cooper Webb excels at Arlington, boasting 7 wins in 11 450SX starts. The Arlington event also marks the start of the 250SX Eastern Regional Series, and the venue's history suggests it's a crucial indicator of championship potential, with the winner of the DFW 250SX race going on to win the championship in 60% of cases.
- The 2026 race marks the 48th Supercross event in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex and the 19th at AT&T Stadium itself.
- Since 1975, Supercross has been a fixture in the region, previously held at the legendary Texas Stadium.
The players
Eli Tomac
A top contender in the 450SX class, Tomac arrives in Texas with significant momentum, having secured three wins this season and is just one point behind Hunter Lawrence in the championship standings.
Cooper Webb
A dominant rider at Arlington, Webb boasts 7 wins in 11 450SX starts at the venue, providing extra motivation despite a less-than-ideal start to the season.
Hunter Lawrence
The current 450SX championship leader, Lawrence has secured 6 podiums and 13 top-5s in his first 25 450SX starts.
Jo Shimoda
The returning 250SX Champion, Shimoda brings the most experience to the 250SX Eastern Regional Series field with 51 starts over six seasons.
Seth Hammaker
Seeking redemption after a narrow title loss in 2025, Hammaker is a contender in the 250SX Eastern Regional Series.
What’s next
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The takeaway
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