The King of Supercross will help kick off the 56th running of DAYTONA Supercross
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (Feb. 26, 2026) – Daytona International Speedway announced today that legendary Jeremy McGrath will serve as the grand marshal for the 56th running of DAYTONA Supercross.
“Jeremy’s impact on Supercross is generational and having him serve as the grand marshal will bring an energy like no other to DAYTONA Supercross,” said Frank Kelleher, President of Daytona International Speedway. “His legacy and connection to the sport and fans perfectly reflects motocross and he will set the tone for an unforgettable night at The World Center of Racing.”
McGrath is one of the most iconic and influential riders in the history of motorcycle racing. He has a long list of wins including seven AMA Supercross 250cc Championships, one 250cc AMA Motocross championship, two 125cc West championships and a record 72 premier class supercross wins.
As a true legend in the sport, he holds the second-highest record for most wins in AMA Supercross and motocross combined at 89 wins and was inducted into the Motorcycle Hall of Fame in 2003.
While he didn’t get his start in motocross until the age of 14, he has impressively coined the title “King of Supercross” to reflect his success on the dirt. His career was greatly shaped by his BMX background, which inspired his signature move, the “Nac Nac” trick.
“It’s truly an honor to be named Grand Marshal of the 56th running of the legendary Daytona Supercross,” said McGrath. “As the longest-running Supercross race in the United States, Daytona has an unmatched history. I was fortunate to win here three times during my career, and each victory stands out because Daytona is demanding, technical, and built to push every rider to their limit. There’s a certain prestige that comes with winning at Daytona – it’s where champions prove themselves. The fans, the atmosphere, and the legacy of this place make it one of the most exciting stops on the schedule. To be back at Daytona in this role is incredibly humbling, and I’m proud to be part of another chapter in its iconic history.”
The 56th annual DAYTONA Supercross takes place on Feb. 28, 2026, on the dirt course designed by Ricky Carmichael. Riders will kick off the 85th annual Bike Week at DAYTONA Presented by GEICO under the lights of Daytona International Speedway.
Bike Week is a ten-day motorcycle celebration beginning on Feb. 27, and continuing through March 8, following the intense, high-speed racing of the DAYTONA 200 running from March 5-7 along with DAYTONA Short Track taking place March 5-6.
To purchase tickets or for more information on Bike Week At DAYTONA Presented by GEICO, please visit www.daytonainternationalspeedway.com.
About Daytona International Speedway
Daytona International Speedway is a state-of-the-art motorsports facility and was awarded the SportsBusiness Journal’s prestigious Sports Business Award for Sports Facility of the Year in 2016. Daytona International Speedway is the home of The Great American Race – the DAYTONA 500. Though the season-opening NASCAR Cup Series event garners most of the attention – as well as the largest audience in motorsports – the approximately 500-acre motorsports complex, also known as the World Center of Racing, boasts the most diverse schedule of racing on the globe. Some of the exciting racing events include January’s Rolex 24 At DAYTONA and Roar Before The Rolex 24, February’s DAYTONA 500 and Speedweeks Presented by AdventHealth, March’s Bike Week At DAYTONA featuring DAYTONA Supercross and the DAYTONA 200, the August Coke Zero Sugar 400 weekend, and much more. The Speedway grounds are also used extensively for other events that include concerts such as Welcome to Rockville, sporting events including CLASH DAYTONA, civic and social gatherings, car shows, photo shoots, production vehicle testing and police motorcycle training.
