For those that follow other motorcycle racing, Nicky Hayden was hit by a car last week while bicycle training near the Misano race circuit in Italy.
http://www.roadracingworld.com/news/...pion-has-died/
Nicky was one of the classiest racers to ever race. He gave it his all, never complained about anyone - not race officials, not shortcomings in the bike, or other racers.
He always represented the sport and his sponsors with the highest respect and dignity.
Thoughts and prayers to the Hayden family.