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Nicky Hayden has come to the defence of teammate Valentino Rossi in the face of criticism that the seven-time MotoGP world champion is not trying hard enough this season.

Rossi, who has notched up a record 79 wins in the premier motorcycle racing category, has been having a lack-lustre season after joining Ducati for 2011, his best result being a third place in France.

“People who think he’s not trying are crazy,” said Hayden.

“I saw his right foot come off the peg a couple of times when   …  More

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