Hayden rides dirt track (again)

So Nicky Hayden's signed for another two-years at Ducati.

He must be chuffed with that deal, I mean it's not as if he's wowed anyone with his performances on the Desmosedici, but he is a grafter. And perhaps the perfect team mate to play second fiddle to Rossi?

Ducati announced the extension of Hayden's contract at the Indy Mile and to celebrate, Nicky did a few laps on this old Monster-powered flat tracker. Talk about duck to water.. it's clear this is he feels most comfortable; tearing up the clay broadside on a shonky-looking dirt track Ducati with an engine that uses parts that can be seen on the bayeux tapestry..

He's said he's got unfinished business in the sport. Perhaps he'll be back at the Indy Mile competing proper in 2013..?

By Ben Cope