It's been almost at year since we lost MotoGP champ and Owensboro's own Nicky Hayden. One track he raced at has done something incredible in his honor.
At the time of Nicky Hayden's tragic accident this past May, his younger brother Roger was testing his bike at Pittsburgh International Race Complex. On Sunday, Roger returned to Pittsburgh to score his second victory of the season.
Friday After Five will be very special this week. Very special indeed. The outdoor concert series has announced plans to pay tribute to and honor Nicky Hayden.
Three years ago, the first inductees to the Owensboro Walk of Fame were unveiled on 2nd street. The Hayden Brothers were part of that initial class and for very good reason. They’re the pride of Owensboro and now we’ve lost one of our own and we mourn.
As racing fans around the world are anxiously awaiting updates on the condition of former MotoGP champion, Nicky Hayden, his friends, family and hometown fans here3 in Owensboro and the tristate continue to rally, pray and remember him. Do you remember this? It was 2005 when Nicky and his brothers got to sit down for a chat with Jay Leno on The Tonight Show.
As Owensboro native Nicky Hayden continues to fight for his life in an Italian hospital, the motorsports world continues their support. First, here's the latest statement on Nicky's condition.