Ducati announce a two years deal with Hayden
Ducati is pleased to announce a renewed contract with Nicky Hayden that will see the American rider stay with the Italian factory's MotoGP effort for a further two years.
His signature completes a new look of the Ducati MotoGP Team line-up for
2011, which will see the 29-year-old line up alongside Valentino Rossi.
Hayden, who over the past two seasons has won over the
Ducatisti with his positive and determined attitude, currently lies
sixth in the MotoGP World Championship standings and is confident for
two successful seasons ahead, which he will tackle with his trademark
enthusiasm.
Filippo Preziosi - Ducati Corse Director
"We
are really pleased that Nicky will be staying with us for the next two
years. It is no secret that he is a rider who never gives up, his whole
racing history shows it. As a person his tenacity is an example for us
all because he shows us that nothing is impossible if you truly believe.
His progress since arriving at Ducati has been impressive and I am sure
this trend will continue in the future. Nicky is also a special rider
because of his attention to every detail and for him having Valentino as
his team-mate means a huge contribution towards the development of an
even more competitive motorcycle. I think it is these characteristics
that have won the hearts of all the Ducatisti and that is the reason why
a Ducati is the bike for him right now."
Nicky Hayden -
Ducati MotoGP Team
"I am very proud to be signing for Ducati
again. Last year I felt like I rode for Ducati but now I really feel as
if I am a Ducati rider. The team, sponsors and Ducati fans have really
taken me in and supported me a lot and I really hope to pay them back
with the results they deserve. Next year I'll be teamed with some guy
named Rossi who knows a little something about bikes! We're going to
have a strong squad - I won't predict results but I have no doubt this
team will have some real passion, real worth ethic and a lot of fun. It
is the start of a new era at Ducati and it is an honour for me to be a
part of it."
