What a way to Honor great person. Grew up in Ky myself. Race against Nicky in 91,92. I loved the sport but never followed through with it. Takes a lot family support to have the career. Want say glad to know you Nicky. And Rip up in Heaven my friend
Jeff Alessi I agree. The whole family is still devastated over the loss of Nicky. I wish them comfort and peace by all the love of Nicky's fans. God bless the Hayden Family.
Awesome, beautiful day in Motogp and a class act. The Hayden's are good people and a beautiful family, a big thanks to Nicky for doing such a wonderful job representing America in Motogp well done 69🏍👏
I Will never forget when i was at the Mugello GP and before the race started we all had a minute of silence for honoring Nicky.It was magical 100k in silence and the respect shown for The kentucky kid made me cry
I didn't think I could've been as emotional as the day we lost Nicky, but I was after this wonderful ceremony. We love you from Green Bay, Wisconsin. R.i.p. Nicky. Thank you for all the memories.
Nicky was such a great person what a tragedy for world need more people like you forever in us hearts :(( stay in heaven legend you are be never forgetten
Nicky Hayden was absolutely the real deal....a brilliant all round rider and a lovely down to earth guy. He was as proud of his family as they are of him. The 69 plate will always be his!! Steve
Thank u Earl for all u do and allowing us, from the big O, to take pride in such a humble champion and respectful young man that you raised . Who always held fast his faith in the Lord . Hold strong sir for u will see that beautiful boy again .
I will not forget that day when we lost Nicky #69, such a shock and sadness. Thanks to the Moto GP folks for this heartfelt gesture to Nicky and his family. Cheers to MOTO GP ! NH/69 Forever remembered .
Class act, FIM and Dorna! Condolences to the Hayden family. I feel Earl’s pain as a parent should never live through losing a child. Ride on, Nicky! #69forever
Yah, but looking back Nikki should have a got a track named to himself instead. That would be a better recognition beside this, like Marco Simoncelli at Misano.
Love you, Nicky. Such a wonderful rider but above all a great human being. You will continue to inspire motorcycle riders for ever. Rest In Peace, man.
Ride in Peace Nicky!!! To all of the Hayden Clan, thank you for your love of family & friends and being a great example for the rest of us! Not just Nicky, but ALL the Haydens have been such great role models for life. I wish you all the best. #RideOnKentuckyKid
One the best riders to ever represent the US and an even better person! My best memories of him winning in Laguna Sega! Show them how to slide that backend in the heavens Kentucky kid!
Ride on Kentucky Kid Hopefully one day a kid from the United States goes out to become the next Nicky Hayden and win the World championship of motorcycle racing
R.I.P. Nicky Hayden. Well said Tommy Hayden, I feel for you, I lost my Brother when he was middle aged, it isn't right. You said what I couldn't in that position. Takes intestinal fortitude, Good on you,.
It’s such a shame he is not with us anymore. Just a terrible kick in the nuts when I heard about is accident. I can’t imagine the pain of his lose to the family and his friends in the sport. Thanks Nicky for your years of composition it was a joy watching him ride.
I had the absolute pleasure of meeting Ruth and Kathleen at the 2014 GP in Austin. Even got meet Nick at an autograph session they had as well and can’t even express how humble and beautiful the Hayden family is. When my sons are older, I will take them on a road trip to visit Nicky’s statue in Kentucky and hopefully to a Grand Prix race in Austin.
Nicky Hayden was one of the best one year wonders (2006) in all of sports, and should be considered as the most influential athletes in America taking part in an Euro-dominated business. RIP #69 🇺🇸
To be fair it only became euro-dominated after rossi started winning. And until alex criville started battling with mick doohan in 1996, it was very rare for a european to win a 500cc race let alone a championship. It was dominated by americans and australians, beacuse they had an abundance of talent. But yh when NIcky won it was euro-dominated.
When I comeback to see some of this memories. I can certainly say Nikki could have been a Wsbk Champion as well if things happen in a different way. He could have won with Ducati as we know he has made a family in that manufacturer beside Honda.
Earl looks shattered - he lost weight, he's not the same Earl - his heart is broken and I am so sad for him. He just looks frozen in place there. Ugh. We pray for you everyday.
Couldn't believe it at first, Didn't want to either. This sport is not for every one. You have to be the best and Nicky was above the best for he became a champion. This sport will give you every thing and in a split second, will take it all back. Wish more folks were like him. I could only dream and imagine when watching Nicky ride. And when watching in slow motion, you're thinking, that's just not possible. Thank you Nicky and Rest In Peace with our Lord.
Classy move MotoGP. So tragic and sad the Kentucky kid met such an unexpected end at such a young age. That his accident happened not on a track but while he was out on a public road and not on a motorcycle makes it all the more sad. USA riders on MotoGP are few and far between and it was a tragic loss for not only MotoGP and racing but for the US too. RIP Nicky. Your number being retired by MotoGP Is a testament to the mark you have made and the legacy you’ve left. #69 😇🏆🥇☝️👍🏍🏍🏍🏍🏍🏁🇺🇸🏁🇺🇸🏁🇺🇸🏁
I just want to hug Earl and tell him how much I hurt as well. Life can be devastating and when I heard the news about Nicky it just didnt seem real and not possible!
One of the best all time, on and off the track. Blows my mind how he raced motorcycles over 200mph but dies on a bicycle. If the lord works in mysterious ways he sure was being fucking mysterious.
I had the honor of meeting Nicky on several occasions, the first when he was a leopard-haired teen at Mid Ohio. The Haydens always set the bar for being the most fan-friendly racers in the paddock. It’s really no wonder why Valentino is off his game. He used to love MotoGP, largely because he got to hang out with Nicky and Colin. Now.... urgh.
What a way to Honor great person. Grew up in Ky myself. Race against Nicky in 91,92. I loved the sport but never followed through with it. Takes a lot family support to have the career. Want say glad to know you Nicky. And Rip up in Heaven my friend
Man you can see such heartbreak in Earl. It really breaks my heart and I feel for that man so much.
Jeff Alessi I agree. The whole family is still devastated over the loss of Nicky. I wish them comfort and peace by all the love of Nicky's fans. God bless the Hayden Family.
Awesome, beautiful day in Motogp and a class act. The Hayden's are good people and a beautiful family, a big thanks to Nicky for doing such a wonderful job representing America in Motogp well done 69🏍👏
Nice little message.
I Will never forget when i was at the Mugello GP and before the race started we all had a minute of silence for honoring Nicky.It was magical 100k in silence and the respect shown for The kentucky kid made me cry
I didn't think I could've been as emotional as the day we lost Nicky, but I was after this wonderful ceremony. We love you from Green Bay, Wisconsin. R.i.p. Nicky. Thank you for all the memories.
Earls passing brought me here. Seeing him this heartbroken is so tough. brings me a small amount of comfort knowing he’s back with his little boy.
The old man can hardly contain his emotion. Can’t imagine how difficult it is for his family to lose Nicky.
My tears started rolling down while watching Earl Hayden :(
Same here.
RIP Nick, you shined bright. Etched in the record books, you're immortal. Nicky HAyden 2006 MotoGP World Champion.
Legend of a rider, could never fault anything Nicky ever did...miss him so much
Awesome rider, his the reason why i choose honda because of the spirit he gives me in his racing career and will never forget this legend ✌👌
Nicky was such a great person what a tragedy for world need more people like you forever in us hearts :(( stay in heaven legend you are be never forgetten
Nicky Hayden was absolutely the real deal....a brilliant all round rider and a lovely down to earth guy. He was as proud of his family as they are of him. The 69 plate will always be his!! Steve
What a true legend. His smile said it all.
Thank u Earl for all u do and allowing us, from the big O, to take pride in such a humble champion and respectful young man that you raised . Who always held fast his faith in the Lord . Hold strong sir for u will see that beautiful boy again .
We love nicky 69 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸 from indonesia
I will not forget that day when we lost Nicky #69, such a shock and sadness. Thanks to the Moto GP folks for this heartfelt gesture to Nicky and his family. Cheers to MOTO GP ! NH/69 Forever remembered .
Nicky is still watching every race...RIP Mr 69 The Kentucky Kid.
As a fan, I was sadden by our loss. As a father, I wept seeing Earl having to go through this. God speed to you Nicky!
WE WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER YOU DEAR NICKY.
GOD BLESS YOU #69
Class act, FIM and Dorna! Condolences to the Hayden family. I feel Earl’s pain as a parent should never live through losing a child. Ride on, Nicky! #69forever
Yah, but looking back Nikki should have a got a track named to himself instead. That would be a better recognition beside this, like Marco Simoncelli at Misano.
Thank you very much Nicky, 69. Gran persona y gran piloto, siempre estas en nuestros corazones 🖤🖤🖤🖤✌️✌️😥
Love you, Nicky. Such a wonderful rider but above all a great human being. You will continue to inspire motorcycle riders for ever.
Rest In Peace, man.
Eternally our #69 - love this. Fitting tribute to an incredible human being that impacted so many of our lives. Respect to the riders present.
Good rider. Great man. Nicky. RIP. Love from India.
Ride in Peace Nicky!!! To all of the Hayden Clan, thank you for your love of family & friends and being a great example for the rest of us! Not just Nicky, but ALL the Haydens have been such great role models for life. I wish you all the best. #RideOnKentuckyKid
Nicky..,you achieved greatness in the time you were here..I just bought my first bike and its a CBR Repsol.Ive got your # on my tank..RIP brother!!
Nicky Hayden was a great rider, genuine, very passionate & a bright hearted man you can imagine.
RIP Kentucky Kid, love from Greece!
It is just amazing I’m just crying while watching Nicky video 🥺
Absolute legend of a rider what a gentleman. Can only imagine how tough it was for the family at this time respect. RIP Earl and Nicky.
He's what got me into motogp. Rip brother.
2006 is the best season motorcycle racing- and indeed motorsport in general- has ever seen. Rest in peace Nicky, you'll never be forgotten.
he was my favorite rider since he was a kid,later i have to go cry now,long live #69 Nicky Hayden
One the best riders to ever represent the US and an even better person! My best memories of him winning in Laguna Sega! Show them how to slide that backend in the heavens Kentucky kid!
A true Class Act. There will never be another. RIP
Ride on Kentucky Kid
Hopefully one day a kid from the United States goes out to become the next Nicky Hayden and win the World championship of motorcycle racing
God bless you Nicky, you stay in our memories for ever. 😢 from Iran!
What a beautiful person he was, deeply deeply missed ❤️.
Great Rider! Thanks N.H. 69 and Family 🏍🏍🏍🏍🏍🏍🏍🇺🇸🛵
R.I.P. Nicky Hayden. Well said Tommy Hayden, I feel for you, I lost my Brother when he was middle aged, it isn't right. You said what I couldn't in that position. Takes intestinal fortitude, Good on you,.
It’s such a shame he is not with us anymore. Just a terrible kick in the nuts when I heard about is accident. I can’t imagine the pain of his lose to the family and his friends in the sport. Thanks Nicky for your years of composition it was a joy watching him ride.
I had the absolute pleasure of meeting Ruth and Kathleen at the 2014 GP in Austin. Even got meet Nick at an autograph session they had as well and can’t even express how humble and beautiful the Hayden family is. When my sons are older, I will take them on a road trip to visit Nicky’s statue in Kentucky and hopefully to a Grand Prix race in Austin.
Good choice to retire 69 from moto gp forever👍👏👏👏 R.I.P. Champ🏆🏁❤
Sadly missed. Such a great character, and a wonderfully talented rider.
Seeing the pain in Earls face breaks my heart and forever will. Rest easy Kentucky kid
Rip Nicky Hayden.. I wish if my son ever become like you. A champion , the People's champion... Humble , nicest person..❤️
Nicky Hayden was one of the best one year wonders (2006) in all of sports, and should be considered as the most influential athletes in America taking part in an Euro-dominated business. RIP #69 🇺🇸
To be fair it only became euro-dominated after rossi started winning. And until alex criville started battling with mick doohan in 1996, it was very rare for a european to win a 500cc race let alone a championship. It was dominated by americans and australians, beacuse they had an abundance of talent. But yh when NIcky won it was euro-dominated.
When I comeback to see some of this memories. I can certainly say Nikki could have been a Wsbk Champion as well if things happen in a different way. He could have won with Ducati as we know he has made a family in that manufacturer beside Honda.
God bless Nicky Hayden a true world class champion,we all miss you
I still can't believe that Nicky Hayden is gone 😔
Kentucky kid will always be remembered #nickyhayden
69...what a legend numbers....69 will always be yours niki...R.I.P
We will always remember the Kentucky Kid.
You will always be in our thoughts Nicky!
We miss you Nicky,you deserved this ceremony!R.I.P. Champion!
He was worthy to carry the number 69. Ride on Kentucky Kid, ride on... #69forever
Earl looks shattered - he lost weight, he's not the same Earl - his heart is broken and I am so sad for him. He just looks frozen in place there. Ugh. We pray for you everyday.
Cancer treatments.
So sad we lost him. 😢
But class act to show the respect for him and his family with this ceremony.
R.I.P Nicky Hayden..Sadly missed.
The coolest racer there as ever been. R.I.P.
Will be missed for ever. Will go down in history. Good on Dorna to retire the number
Great rider & amazing family - first people I go find at the track
Ride on Kentucky Kid! Always in our hearts 💙 #69
Always in our hearts!
quite exciting! I cried with Nicky's father.
Always in our hearts, glad I was there this weekend forever #69
A class act first, MotoGP champion second. The world lost a good one that day.
Couldn't believe it at first, Didn't want to either. This sport is not for every one. You have to be the best and Nicky was above the best for he became a champion. This sport will give you every thing and in a split second, will take it all back. Wish more folks were like him. I could only dream and imagine when watching Nicky ride. And when watching in slow motion, you're thinking, that's just not possible. Thank you Nicky and Rest In Peace with our Lord.
RIP Nicky!!....a great rider...will miss u a lot...come back again,the bike n moto gp waiting for u.
RIP Nicky, condolences to his family, friends and fans
Kentucky Kid will never be forgotten #69
Thank you Nicky! U will live forever in my memories as a great Man and great rider.......and a great example of human being!!!!
Nick was a true champion.
RIP sweet prince your light will shine forever
Nicky was amazing.. Ride in Peace bro👍🇺🇸
RIP Nicky, thanks for representing.
Rest In Perfect Peace, Nicky. Great Dude
Great honda rider! Ride on Kentucky kid
Rip Kentucky kid ,Nicky Hayden legend moto gp 69😘😘😘😘
Classy move MotoGP. So tragic and sad the Kentucky kid met such an unexpected end at such a young age. That his accident happened not on a track but while he was out on a public road and not on a motorcycle makes it all the more sad. USA riders on MotoGP are few and far between and it was a tragic loss for not only MotoGP and racing but for the US too.
RIP Nicky. Your number being retired by MotoGP Is a testament to the mark you have made and the legacy you’ve left. #69 😇🏆🥇☝️👍🏍🏍🏍🏍🏍🏁🇺🇸🏁🇺🇸🏁🇺🇸🏁
A great rider a best guy. One of my favourite motorider!. Descanse en Paz. Rest in Peace.
Great show of respect for a true Champion.
R.I.P Nicky Hayden
👼👼👼👼💞💞
Miss you Nicky and all the wonderful memories at indy motogp
Ride In Peace Nicky 😢💪👈👍❤️
I very love you Nicky!, R.I.P
US just dont make many of those anymore. RIP Kentucky Kid
Noneshere he is our most recent motogp racer
He’s also one of our best
Ride on Kentucky Kid. 😔. Sending love to the Hayden Family.
One of my hero's
RIP to Nicky and Earl he is getting up there in age.
I’m glad they retired ur number bro. Just wouldn’t be the same seein it run by someone else. Really miss u. Hope to see ya again when the time comes
これからもニッキーは心の中で走り続ける。🇺🇸
Terribly sad day for motorcycle fans everywhere when Nicky passed away. Great rider and liked by all.
I just want to hug Earl and tell him how much I hurt as well. Life can be devastating and when I heard the news about Nicky it just didnt seem real and not possible!
why would anyone dislike this?
His motogp bikes were so beautiful to play on an xbox original and 360
One of the best all time, on and off the track. Blows my mind how he raced motorcycles over 200mph but dies on a bicycle. If the lord works in mysterious ways he sure was being fucking mysterious.
I had the honor of meeting Nicky on several occasions, the first when he was a leopard-haired teen at Mid Ohio. The Haydens always set the bar for being the most fan-friendly racers in the paddock. It’s really no wonder why Valentino is off his game. He used to love MotoGP, largely because he got to hang out with Nicky and Colin. Now.... urgh.
We miss you Nicky, always 69 forever. 🕊️
R. I. P. Kentucky Kid #NH69
I never cry, but... damn.
Rip Nicky Hayden 🌹❤🙏