Tributes to Nicky Hayden

These are just some of the tributes being paid to former MotoGP champion Nicky Hayden from throughout the motorsport world, following his tragic death, due to injuries sustained in a bicycle training accident last Wednesday...

Peter McLaren

23 May 2017

Rest in peace #NickyHayden #kentuckykid #69
A post shared by Valentino Rossi (@vale46yellow) on May 22, 2017 at 12:33pm PDT

Destrozado tras la noticia. Nunca te olvidaremos! / I'm shattered after the news. We will never forget you! #DEPNickyHayden #RIPNickyHayden pic.twitter.com/qF5wNnFM6o-- Marc M?rquez (@marcmarquez93) May 22, 2017

One of the best ever and good friend. Always in my heart Rip Nicky Hayden.....#69 # pic.twitter.com/gXWEzr1GBT-- Maverick Vi?ales (@maverickmack25) May 22, 2017

Always in my heart, champ. RIP Nicky. #69 pic.twitter.com/ML35Qm7f1g-- Dani Pedrosa (@26_DaniPedrosa) May 22, 2017

So sad. I can't believe how life can be so cruel. All my condolence to Nicky's family and friends. #RIPNickyHayden pic.twitter.com/CQYg6v8FxT-- Jorge Lorenzo (@lorenzo99) May 22, 2017

"SONO PADRONE DEL MIO DESTINO, MA SOLO IL DESTINO CONOSCE LA FINE DEL MIO CAMMINO" Ho fatto questo tatuaggio dopo la morte di Marco. Oggi, dopo sei anni e dopo quello che ? successo a Nicky, la mia opinione sulla vita, sul suo percorso, sul nostro immenso e meraviglioso potere di cambiarla, indirizzarla, stravolgerla e, allo stesso tempo, la mia consapevolezza della nostra impotenza davanti alla fine, si confermano. Un saluto amico mio e compagno, un abbraccio alla tua famiglia e ai tuoi amici pi? cari. "I'M THE MASTER OF MY DESTINY, BUT ONLY DESTINY KNOWS THE END OF MY PATH" I made this tatto after Marco's death. Today, after 6 years and after what has just happened to Nicky, my opinion about life, its journey, about the massive and amazing power we have to change it, to direct it, revolutionize it, and at the same time, my awareness of how impotent we are in front of the end, are confirmed. Good bye mate, a huge hug to your family and closest friends.
A post shared by Andrea Dovizioso (@andreadovizioso) on May 22, 2017 at 11:55am PDT

Rest easy mate you were one of my heros both on and off the track a true gentleman I am just shocked we are all going to miss that massive smile of yours my heart goes out to your family at this time life is far to unfair sometimes!
A post shared by Jack Miller (@jackmilleraus) on May 22, 2017 at 9:24am PDT

This is how cool this guy was sent me this when I went to the premier class #69allclass pic.twitter.com/OBhbeEqfnP-- Jack peter miller (@jackmilleraus) May 23, 2017

Every motorcycle racer and fan around the world should and probably does look up to this guy. I did, and still do. The best professional I have ever had the pleasure to meet, share a track with and be a friend of. RIP @nicky_hayden. Our thoughts are with Jackie and the whole Hayden family
A post shared by Cal Crutchlow (@calcrutchlow) on May 22, 2017 at 10:41am PDT

Just heart breaking. Nicky was more than just a true hero in my eyes. I send my love from deep inside my heart. R.I.P Kentucky Kid #69-- ReddingPower (@Reddingpower) May 22, 2017

Dear Nicky, you will be missed. May God hold you high, you are forever in our hearts. My thoughts and prayers to you and your loved ones. #devastated #champion #legend #godblessyou #69 #nickyhayden #restinpeace
A post shared by Lewis Hamilton (@lewishamilton) on May 22, 2017 at 11:12am PDT

Humble, funny, professional, strong. You were really a good guy!! You will miss Nicky!! #wewillneverforget #kentuckykid #maniac #ai29 pic.twitter.com/tY83uOTxpo-- Andrea Iannone (@andreaiannone29) May 22, 2017

Such sad news. One of the nicest men I meet in motor racing. RIP Nicky.
A post shared by Fernando Alonso (@fernandoalo_oficial) on May 22, 2017 at 3:15pm PDT

#69
A post shared by lorisbaz (@lorisbaz) on May 22, 2017 at 9:22am PDT

R.I.P @nicky_hayden . My thoughts are with his family. Muita For?a a sua fam?lia @nicky_hayden dia muito triste para o esporte !!!
A post shared by Felipe Massa (@massafelipe19) on May 22, 2017 at 9:07am PDT

Can't believe... The most easy and good guy i ever meet on a paddock in my life! Love u Nicky! RIP #69
A post shared by Aleix Espargaro (@aleixespargaro) on May 22, 2017 at 9:12am PDT

Hard day for the motorcycles family... R.I.P. NICKY HAYDEN
Dia duro para la familia del motociclismo...D.E.P. NICKY HAYDEN-- Alvaro Bautista Arce (@19Bautista) May 22, 2017

Fue un orgullo compartir pista con Nicky Hayden, un ejemplo para todos. DEP An example for everyone, proud of sharing track with you. pic.twitter.com/T1bUrnWqW2-- Tito Rabat (@TitoRabat) May 22, 2017

"We've lost an old-school rider, he loved the sport like no one. We'll keep your memory always. Nicky, ride in peace"

Jorge Mart?nez #Aspar pic.twitter.com/JHiGEYIiL1-- Aspar Team MOTOGP (@asparteam) May 22, 2017

You always had so much positive vibes when I met you we are going to miss you Nicky... Rest In Peace
A post shared by Jonas Folger (@jonasfolger94) on May 22, 2017 at 1:48pm PDT

Es imposible olvidar sacarlo de la cabeza o pasar p?gina. Estoy en el circuito de Barcelona, tenemos dos dias de test martes y mi?rcoles. Volver a este trazado siempre es duro por lo que pas? el a?o pasado. (falleci? haciendo lo que m?s amaba en esta vida un amigo bell?sima persona y grand?simo deportista) Hoy Nicky..... demasiado en tan poco tiempo. No es f?cil de asimilar.... en fin... buenas noches Siempre estar?is en nuestros corazones #nickyhayden #luissalom
A post shared by H?ctor Barber? (@hectorbarbera8) on May 22, 2017 at 2:54pm PDT

Very sad to hear this news. Extremely talented on the track and superb person and character off it. Nothing but respect #RIPNicky #legend-- Sam Lowes (@SamLowes22) May 22, 2017

Not only were you one of my heroes in life but a guy who always asked me how I was every time we saw eachother... It didn't matter if it meant you had to stop on your #69 scooter infront of a group of fans and get swamped by pictures, you always cared about people and that's one of a million things that I won't forget about you. That white bright smile of yours which always made people feel happy and alive. We even got to cycle together in the A1 ride in LA and do what we love. There is so many more good moments I have together with you which I will always keep with me. Nick this is for you, from deep in my heart, keep on going fast wherever you are up there and never take that smile away. You will always be loved and never forgotten.#rip #kentuckykid #69
A post shared by Dakota Mamola 80 (@dakotamamola) on May 22, 2017 at 10:24am PDT

RIP to the legend... #gonetoosoon
A post shared by Brad Binder (@bradbinder_41) on May 22, 2017 at 9:33am PDT

Thankful for the time that I was privileged to know you! #RIPNickyHayden #Legend Pray for his family during this time We'll miss you mate! pic.twitter.com/oV40J7ykTE-- Casey Stoner (@Official_CS27) May 22, 2017

Nicky..I will always remember that eyes, that look, that hug...That thanks Bro... that moment when your dream became true in Valencia 2006...with your family...The Jokes you made me in Barber16 with Roger...Was a pleasure share tracks and moments with you... Thanks to be and incredible rider but more than that thanks to be Excelent,Genuine,Kind, Nice and Good Guy!! Legend and Great Human!! I'll miss you Kentucky Kid!!! All my condolences to Hayden Clan...im here for anything!!!/ Nicky..Siempre recordare esos ojos, esa mirada, ese abrazo, ese Gracias Bro..Ese momento en Valencia cuando tu sue?o se hizo realidad en Valencia 06...tu familia.. Las bromas que me hiciste en Barber16 con Roger.. Fue un placer compartir momentos y luchar contigo en la pista... Gracias por ser un Increible Piloto pero aun mas por ser una persona Excelente,Autentica,Simpatica y Buena Persona!!! Una Leyenda y Muy Humano!! Te hecharemos de menos Kentucky Kid!!!Mis condolencias al Clan Hayden..aqui para lo que necessiten
A post shared by ToniElias24 (@tonielias24) on May 22, 2017 at 10:53am PDT

You bet i will my friend. #69
A post shared by Bradley Smith (@bradleysmith38) on May 22, 2017 at 9:24am PDT

Always your smile, always among us. RIP Champion #NH69 pic.twitter.com/FJeVnPDOjn-- Team SUZUKI ECSTAR (@suzukimotogp) May 22, 2017

NO WORDS needed, I will never forget you Nicky! Rest in Peace!#NH69 #RIP pic.twitter.com/605aSDcV8L-- JorgeMart?nAlmoguera (@88jorgemartin) May 22, 2017

Thoughts very much with Nicky's family & friends. #RideOnKentuckyKid https://t.co/n7qfMO4Efz pic.twitter.com/m7bwmAzxce-- WorldSBK (@WorldSBK) May 22, 2017

Nicky was a great sportsman, a true gentleman and a friend. We'll never forget him. Our hearts and thoughts are with his family and friends. pic.twitter.com/Tc49KNUeFP-- Repsol Honda Team (@HRC_MotoGP) May 22, 2017

Gutted. R.I.P #69. My thoughts are with the Hayden family & Jackie. Gonna miss you Champ.
A post shared by Chaz Davies (@chazdavies7) on May 22, 2017 at 9:56am PDT

Ciao Nicky -- Marco Melandri (@MarcoMelandri33) May 22, 2017

So many hearts are broken today with the news of @NickyHayden. Thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends. pic.twitter.com/AL1aUrlSFQ-- Ben Spies (@BenSpies11) May 22, 2017

We were devastated to hear that Nicky Hayden has passed away. Our heartfelt condolences to the Hayden family. Rest in peace champ! pic.twitter.com/EhUcx6SUHY-- Team EG 0,0 Marc VDS (@TeamEG00MarcVDS) May 22, 2017

I'm deeply touched and saddened. It was an honor to share the garage with you. My thoughts are with his family. We will never forget you #69 RIP
A post shared by Stefan Bradl (@stefanbradl6) on May 22, 2017 at 10:20am PDT

Such sad news. RIP Nicky Hayden.
Our thoughts are with his fianc?, family and friends.
We will never forget you! #nh69 pic.twitter.com/mG7RItQ17k-- SIC RACING TEAM (TM) (@sicracingteam) May 22, 2017

Ciao #Nicky
forever in my heart! pic.twitter.com/iKIqG9xLOS-- Fenny5 (@RomanoFenati) May 22, 2017

It is with incredible sadness we have to announce that Nicky Hayden has passed away. Full statement: https://t.co/hnsvF8EJoZ #RIPNicky pic.twitter.com/soaxDssjzk-- Honda WSBK (@HondaWSBK) May 22, 2017

Rest In Peace Big! #NickyHayden69 pic.twitter.com/KsVcavUex7-- Joan Mir #36 (@Joanmir36) May 22, 2017

A beautiful person, genuine and real.
RIP mate. pic.twitter.com/UiDwzhe67N-- Mark Webber (@AussieGrit) May 22, 2017

A true champion, a beautiful person and one of the most amazing stories in our sport. We will never forget you, @NickyHayden. pic.twitter.com/RMSJDVQGJN-- Aprilia (@ApriliaOfficial) May 22, 2017

We are truly saddened by Nicky Hayden's passing and would like to extend our deepest condolences to the Hayden family and Honda Racing.-- Yamaha Racing (@yamaharacingcom) May 22, 2017

RIP Nicky Hayden. KRT and entire Worldwide Kawasaki Family send their heartfelt condolences to Nicky's family, friends and fans. pic.twitter.com/0oHOrjx6cy-- Kawasaki Racing EU (@KawasakiRacing_) May 22, 2017

No words will ever fill the void... Godspeed Nicky, our deepest condolences to his family, friends and team-- Aruba.it Racing (@ArubaRacing) May 22, 2017

Nicest guy in the paddock! So so sad always in our hearts RIP Nicky xx pic.twitter.com/r2iqvGuDrQ-- Danny Kent (@DannyKent52) May 22, 2017

Honoured to have raced together! So much talent on a bike the nicest guy off! Will be hugely missed by everyone! RIP #69 #legendsneverdie pic.twitter.com/drQrrAn4Vm-- Alex Lowes (@alexlowes22) May 22, 2017

No words.. Thank you for being such an inspiring teammate. My thoughts go out to Jackie and the whole Hayden family.
A post shared by Michael van der Mark (@michaelvdmark) on May 22, 2017 at 10:31am PDT

Indianapolis Motor Speedway
"Everyone at IMS mourns the loss of our friend Nicky Hayden," IMS President J. Douglas Boles said. "When you met Nicky, you immediately felt you had known him for years. His humility and sincerity always made genuine connections with everyone, as he truly was one of the nicest guys you could ever meet in racing. Nicky was a tireless ambassador for MotoGP at the Speedway and a passionate supporter of all events at IMS.

"When MotoGP first came to IMS in 2008, we soon learned family and his beloved Owensboro meant everything to Nicky. We offer our thoughts, prayers and condolences to his parents, Rose and Earl; his fianc?e, Jackie; his brothers, Tommy and Roger; his sisters, Jenny and Kathleen; and to all his friends, teammates and legions of fans around the world. He will always be remembered fondly at IMS."

American Motorcyclist Association
The American Motorcyclist Association extends its deepest sympathies to the fianc?, family and friends of MotoGP world champion Nicky Hayden, who died today in a hospital in Italy.

Hayden, 35, was injured May 17 when he was struck by a car while riding a bicycle during a training exercise along Italy's Rimini coast. He had competed in the Superbike World Championship races at Imola the previous weekend.

"The loss of Nicky Hayden will be felt across the racing world, on the track and off," said AMA President and CEO Rob Dingman. "Our thoughts and prayers are with the Hayden family during this difficult time."

Hayden won the 2006 MotoGP title over Valentino Rossi. Hayden switched to World Superbikes in 2016 and was 13th in the 2017 standings, riding for Red Bull Honda.

McLaren Honda F1 Team
All at McLaren are saddened to hear of the passing of 2006 MotoGP champion, Nicky Hayden.

Zak Brown (McLaren Technology Group Executive Director) said:

"On behalf of all at McLaren, I want to extend our deepest sympathy and most profound condolences to the family and many friends of Nicky Hayden, who we are extremely saddened to hear has succumbed to his injuries.

"The global motorsport community is just that - a community - and we support one another in times of trouble. So, although McLaren has never been involved in motorcycle racing, we recognise fellow braves. And that, indubitably, is what Nicky Hayden was: a brave, fast, brilliant rider; a champion in 2006; but, more important, a truly great guy, admired and respected by everyone who knew him.

"May he rest in peace."