20 Years Anniversary: Nicky Hayden's 2006 World Championship To Be Celebrated at Austin This Weekend
Hayden got it done at the final round in Valencia—closing the deal on a childhood dream and becoming world champion, the hard way.
by Dean F. Adams
Thursday, March 26, 2026
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Phone Call Phil
Our Nick rolling through a left-hander on the RC211V Honda V-5. His championship motorcycle will be at Austin this weekend.
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