The motorsport fraternity has paid tribute to 2006 MotoGP world champion Nicky Hayden who succumbed to severe head injuries sustained in a cycling crash in Italy last week.

A statement released this morning confirmed the passing of the popular American, known as ‘The Kentucky Kid’, who enjoyed a successful motorcycle career in MotoGP and the World Superbike Championship.

The 35-year-old’s tragic death has sparked a flood tributes from across the world to commemorate the life of the motorcycle great.

View a selection of tributes assembled below.

This is how cool this guy was sent me this when I went to the premier class #69allclass pic.twitter.com/OBhbeEqfnP

— Jack peter miller (@jackmilleraus) May 23, 2017

See you later my friend #69
We’ll rub elbows again one day in a different place 🙏🏼 #RIPmate pic.twitter.com/FmlcsylncL

— Colin Edwards (@texastornado5) May 23, 2017

It hit home hearing the passing of Nicky Hayden, thoughts and prayers with his family and friends a bloke taken way to soon, rest easy mate pic.twitter.com/gF8KV5fM3Y

— Scott McLaughlin (@smclaughlin93) May 23, 2017

Always in my heart, champ. RIP Nicky. #69 pic.twitter.com/ML35Qm7f1g

— Dani Pedrosa (@26_DaniPedrosa) May 22, 2017

So sad. I can’t believe how life can be so cruel. All my condolence to Nicky’s family and friends. #RIPNickyHayden pic.twitter.com/CQYg6v8FxT

— Jorge Lorenzo (@lorenzo99) May 22, 2017

Dear Nicky, you will be missed. May God hold you high, you are forever in our hearts. My thoughts and prayers to you and your loved ones. pic.twitter.com/QSGH1xusWU

— Lewis Hamilton (@LewisHamilton) May 22, 2017

Destrozado tras la noticia. Nunca te olvidaremos! / I’m shattered after the news. We will never forget you! #DEPNickyHayden #RIPNickyHayden pic.twitter.com/qF5wNnFM6o

— Marc Márquez (@marcmarquez93) May 22, 2017

It’s a very sad day to hear the unfortunate news of Nicky passing 🙏 My sincere condolences go to All Nicky family and friends 🙏
RIP Nicky pic.twitter.com/2tY0Iik6yg

— Wayne Gardner (@TheWayneGardner) May 22, 2017

Thankful for the time that I was privileged to know you! #RIPNickyHayden #Legend Pray for his family during this time🙏 We’ll miss you mate! pic.twitter.com/oV40J7ykTE

— Casey Stoner (@Official_CS27) May 22, 2017

A beautiful person, genuine and real.
RIP mate. pic.twitter.com/UiDwzhe67N

— Mark Webber (@AussieGrit) May 22, 2017

RIP Nicky Hayden 💔 pic.twitter.com/JvP8e1re5f

— Sebastian Vettel #5 (@sebvettelnews) May 22, 2017

Saddened by the news that Nicky Hayden has passed. Honored to have met him. My heart goes out to his family and friends across the world.

— Dale Earnhardt Jr. (@DaleJr) May 22, 2017

One of the best ever and good friend. Always in my heart Rip Nicky Hayden…..#69 #🙏🏼 pic.twitter.com/gXWEzr1GBT

— Maverick Viñales (@maverickmack25) May 22, 2017

My thoughts are with your family and loved ones 🙏🏻 R.I.P @NickyHayden pic.twitter.com/weesScKSam

— Max Verstappen (@Max33Verstappen) May 22, 2017

So many hearts are broken today with the news of @NickyHayden. Thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends. pic.twitter.com/AL1aUrlSFQ

— Ben Spies (@BenSpies11) May 22, 2017

Bloody hell that’s sad about Nicky Hayden. Like so many others, lives life on the awesome skilful edge then something else takes them away 😢

— Martin Brundle (@MBrundleF1) May 22, 2017

Honoring @NickyHayden tonight on @IMS Pylon. #RideOnKentuckyKid pic.twitter.com/q0wLKIVIb5

— Ind. Motor Speedway (@IMS) May 22, 2017

Nicky Hayden 1981-2017. We all will miss you pic.twitter.com/k0uyowmv9Z

— Scuderia Ferrari (@ScuderiaFerrari) May 22, 2017

Very emotional time for all your family friends and fans Nicky. I will never forget the laughs and generosity you had for everyone. World champ 2006 and an amazing Honda and motorcycle ambassador.

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