Tomac Tops Glendale 450 Qualifying

Veteran rider sets fastest lap in first session as he looks to bounce back from last week's disappointment

Published on Feb. 7, 2026

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Eli Tomac posted the quickest time in the first 450 qualification session at the SuperMotocross event in Glendale, Arizona, edging out Chase Sexton. Tomac, who has the most fastest laps in Supercross history, is looking to rebound after an accident last week denied him the victory in Houston. Aaron Plessinger, Jorge Prado, and Cooper Webb rounded out the top five in the opening qualifying session.

Why it matters

Tomac is one of the most accomplished riders in the sport, and his performance in qualifying will be a key indicator of how he fares in the main event. After a tough start to the season, a strong showing in Glendale could help Tomac regain momentum in the championship chase.

The details

Tomac's fastest lap time of 57.481 seconds was just ahead of Chase Sexton's 57.647. Aaron Plessinger (57.779), Jorge Prado (57.813), and last week's overall winner Cooper Webb (58.000) rounded out the top five in the opening qualification session.

  • The qualifying session took place on February 7, 2026 at the NRG Stadium in Glendale, Arizona.

The players

Eli Tomac

A veteran rider who has the most fastest laps in Supercross history.

Chase Sexton

A top contender who finished second in the opening qualification session.

Aaron Plessinger

A rider looking to turn around a tough start to the season.

Jorge Prado

Finished fourth in the opening qualification session.

Cooper Webb

The winner of last week's event in Houston, Texas.

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What they’re saying

“Tomac has set the fastest lap in Supercross 94 times entering Glendale, the most of any rider. He could add another fastest lap after posting the quickest time in the first qualification session.”

— Adam Cianciarulo, Race Day Live commentator (nbcsports.com)

What’s next

The top riders will compete in the main event later today, where Tomac will look to bounce back from last week's disappointment and secure a victory.

The takeaway

Eli Tomac's performance in qualifying suggests he is poised for a strong showing in the main event, as he looks to regain momentum in the championship chase after a tough start to the season.