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James Haydon

@speedyhaydon

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Ex-Pro racer, rocket scientist, sliding genius and crash tester turned presenter and commentator for TV. Exceedingly proud father of three and husband to Jo. X

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Joined April 2013
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James Haydon
7 years
Very moving here. #RIP
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James Haydon
6 years
It’s been a difficult choice but from now on i’m doing less race weekends so I can spend more time with my family X. It’ll be wierd to miss @OfficialBSB for the first time in 10 years! The kids can’t wait though. It’ll be the first time they’ve ever spent Father’s Day with me! X
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James Haydon
5 years
Wow! How time flies. I’d like to say a huge thank you to my mega wife Jo for sticking around all these years - 3 kids & 27 years later. And today is our (16th) Wedding Anniversary! What a brilliant day/night that was. Loved it and I’m still loving it. She’s not bad either! ❤️
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James Haydon
1 year
Good news! I got her home. What a noise!!! Needs a few bits and bobs I think. The journey begins…
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James Haydon
5 years
My family want a dog so badly! Have done for years. I’m in between. But I feel a bad Dad if I don’t give them that chance. You’ve guessed it! We’re getting a dog soon... Eeek! They’ve been meeting him and bonding for ages. My first time today. Meet Milo! Baby number 4! 😬 #woof
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James Haydon
3 years
Happy Birthday you legend!!! ❤️🍺
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James Haydon
2 years
Just heartbroken to learn @ChrissyRouse has died. What a special man he was. One of the nicest and most intelligent riders to ever grace our paddock. A smiling Champion who will be sorely missed. My thoughts go out to all his family and friends at this awful time. RIP Chrissy. ❤️
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James Haydon
3 years
I’m absolutely gutted, as after a fascinating season I won’t be at @OfficialBSB @Brands_Hatch this weekend for the decider. Unfortunately Covid has entered the Haydon household and we’re all crooked. What a bummer. But I’ll be watching on @Eurosport_UK May the best man win!!!
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James Haydon
4 years
Happy Birthday to the one of the nicest and most knowledgeable guys in the paddock. Someone I love and treasure as a dear friend - the magnificent, the hilarious, the one and only @Jimwhit69 !!!! 🎂🍾🍷🕺🏼Boom! 💥
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James Haydon
2 years
FFS… So it’s hot. Big bloody deal! Can’t anyone just enjoy it anymore? Use their common sense. Don’t get too hot. Drink some water. Or beer. Or Gin. 😎 Why all this over the top sensationalism? Our news channels are so embarrassing. You’d think the world is ending! #oldmanrant
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James Haydon
6 years
My 3 year old girl has just massively stacked her bike. Broken the headstock and it’s a write off! Don’t know where she get it’s from!
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James Haydon
7 years
Nice little slo-mo off my phone of the Yellow Barron today. Love the pulsing (spitfire-esq) sound of the R1!
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James Haydon
7 years
Grid girls scrapped from F1. Oh no. The beginning of the end... What a load of bollocks!
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James Haydon
4 years
Sadly, we have the worst Press in the world. Yes it’s free. But it’s so negative, damaging and unhelpful. Always concentrating on the sensational but ultimately the wrong angle. It cares nothing for our country or people. Just the instant gratification of throw away news. #Dicks
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James Haydon
1 year
Some brilliant racing here at @OfficialBSB today as always. The National Superstock and Supersport especially worth a watch. Little bit of fisty cuffs too! 😝 Scrappy - Doo unhappy with Scooby…
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James Haydon
4 years
HS2 is causing absolute carnage where I live... But it’s secretly being rapidly pushed on. What a bloody waste of money. Especially now. £80 Billion to shave off 15 minutes to Birmingham! Whilst destroying some of the prettiest countryside and old market towns in the South. #sad
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James Haydon
6 years
I’m just getting my new (Old) purchase ready for a weekend mud bath. Always wanted an ‘89 CR500 and this one was too nice to pass on. I’ve subtly smuggled it in... She’ll never know. It’s red. 😜
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James Haydon
6 years
What words can convey such loss? But he loved what he did. ❤️ My thoughts and feelings go to all Dan Kneens family and friends that he leaves behind and loved. I’m so sorry for your tragic loss. X
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James Haydon
6 years
I’m so chuffed for @realleonhaslam !!!! He is the @OfficialBSB Champion of 2018 and it’s bloody well deserved. How hard has he fought over the years with so little luck. The 14 wins so far (compared to his next rivals 3) speak for themselves! Well done Champ!
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James Haydon
7 years
What a historic moment in Portugal as Ana Carrasco becomes the first ever woman to win a World Championship motorcycle race!!! Top job.
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James Haydon
5 years
Just stepped off a plane to learn Keith Flints died. What tragic news. He may have looked scary but u couldn’t meet a kinder, cooler gentleman. A unique performer and he @the_prodigy set the soundtrack of many a summer!
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James Haydon
5 years
Security’s tightened up @OfficialBSB
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James Haydon
2 years
Such terrible news about the Queen. I know it had to happen at some point. But I’m a huge fan of the Royals. They do such an incredible and often thankless job for our lovely country. And what a stunning, generous, selfless life she’s had. RIP Ma’am. ❤️
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James Haydon
1 year
I’m not just crazy about bikes, but love my cars too! After too many bottles of fine red last night with a great old mate.I awoke this morning to discover I am now the silly/mad/happy owner of a TVR Cerbera. Which I haven’t even seen or tested. What could possibly go wrong? 😝🤞🏼
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James Haydon
2 years
Blimey! This is a first. Horses on track here at Snetterton!!! 🤞🏼
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James Haydon
4 years
Had a bit of a clear out and unearthed my old ‘91 Honda RS125 (exactly like I raced). I bought it years ago with the grand intention of restoring it but it’s not moved. Until today... Never done a resto before. But a single cylinder 2 stroke looked like an easy way in! We’ll see.
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James Haydon
3 years
I think I need to wade in here. Apparently @jonathanrea is taking a lot of shit personally for KRT’s decision on Sunday. No matter what your views - and you know mine. It wasn’t Jonathan’s call. It was his team. And they are completely in their rights within the rules to do so.
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James Haydon
11 months
Just out of Hospital.Major 4H shoulder Op (5 screws reattaching my rotator cuff & bicep)been out the loop.Tragic news to hear about @paulbirdpbm All my thoughts go out to his family at this awful time❤️ He was a friend a colossus in BSB and will be very sorely missed. RIP Birdy x
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James Haydon
4 years
Was about to tell you all a story but....
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James Haydon
2 years
Never seen a double Rainbow before… How cool’s that?
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James Haydon
4 years
On the South Coast with the family this weekend and I just took this snap of the Sunset. In the rain. Aren’t the camera’s on these phones amazing now!
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James Haydon
9 months
These bloody track limits are ruining tight racing. Binder has a slide in MotoGP - touches the green paint - no advantage. Toprak rides the wheels off his Yamaha in an amazing race and gets a big slide out the final turn and touches the green paint - no advantage. 😡 #spoilingit
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James Haydon
6 years
I’m sure someone’s touched my motorbike... #playarea 🤣
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James Haydon
4 years
Little update on the RS...
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James Haydon
6 years
Wow!!! What amazing news. Congratulations @AnaCarrasco_22 in becoming the first EVER woman to win a Motorcycle World Championship! After qualifying I thought it wouldn’t happen. What an incredible and historic achievement. 👏👏👏 🍾🍾🍾🥂🥂🥂
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James Haydon
4 years
@Jimwhit69 @robmcelnea1 @TerryRymer7 @SteveSawford @67Shakey Been asked to chip in a old story. Not sure where to start so here goes...
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James Haydon
3 years
Some great racing here at Brands this weekend. But it all seems hollow after @12BradJones horrible accident. Thinking of you Dude. ❤️
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James Haydon
7 years
Just packing for @OfficialBSB @krcircuit then off to Heathrow. It just won't be the same without my buddy @Jimwhit69 #comedyking #banter #❤
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James Haydon
6 years
What a lovely evening to be out and about walking with one of my Princesses. X
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James Haydon
3 years
Chuffed for Jack! Now one for all the MotoGP stat experts! When was the last time someone won a MotoGP race with a porn Mostache!!! 1970’s?
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James Haydon
2 years
What an awful week for our sport. So sorry to learn that Victor Steeman has passed away. It didn’t look good at the time but we were all hoping. All my thoughts go out to his family and friends. RIP Victor.
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James Haydon
7 years
Baaaarrp!
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James Haydon
2 years
We have everything crossed for you @ChrissyRouse … 🤞🏼❤️ 🍀
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James Haydon
4 years
2001 eh? The first year I rode for @robmcelnea1 ! Be rude not too! What a fun year that was Rob. Loved it! @TerryRymer7 @Jimwhit69 @simoncrafar @SteveSawford @Plater22 @Stavros6 @steve17brogan #robmacmemories
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James Haydon
8 years
Ridiculous news that @SkyUK are thinking of not keeping @DiscoveryUK and @EurosportUKTV come on people. Show your wrath! #keepdiscovery
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James Haydon
2 years
So proud of us all coming together as one in mourning. #QueenElizabeth #respect #unity #love
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James Haydon
4 years
I can’t stand this petty and over dominant track limits bull shit that is rapidly taking over our amazing sport. It’s pathetic. What’s the big deal if someone uses another few cm. If you’ve put it there, let them use it. Same for everyone and they all will! Or grass it! #easy 😬
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James Haydon
3 years
Wow! The great man bows out today. How much has he elevated our wonderful sport? What an absolute Legend! We all knew it had happen but it doesn’t change the fact it’s going to be strange within Rossi in MotoGP for a bit… Good luck Valentino. I hope you enjoy it!!!
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James Haydon
7 years
No idea what’s happened to my kitbag (also containing all my clothes and washbag)! Was hoping @easyJet we’re going to come up trumps but it’s radio silence... Luckily @DucatiMotor and @DucatiUK have sorted me right out. Mr Corporate!
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James Haydon
7 years
I so hope those idiots at Labour don't do well tomorrow or our country's doomed... 😬
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James Haydon
5 years
Final ride to Nursery for the little one. Big school awaits... Where did that time go?
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James Haydon
3 years
Pulled my RD out from under its covers today. Not riding it enough obviously...
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James Haydon
2 years
Tragic news to learn Keith Farmer has died suddenly. Such an awesome, hungry, natural talent on a bike - his 4 British Championships attest to that. My thoughts are with all his family and friends… RIP Keith. X
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James Haydon
6 years
We knew it was coming but I’m so chuffed that @DixonJake is going to Moto2. Timing is perfect - right age, right amount of experience and with the new Triumph engines arriving next year a more level playing field too. I hope you rock it. Good luck!
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James Haydon
6 years
Boom! 💥 After a summer completely away from racing (for the first time in 28 years) I’m so looking forward to returning to my pals in the paddock and the sport I love for the start of the ‘SHOWDOWN’ @OfficialBSB this weekend. Timing! @Jimwhit69 @matt77roberts remember me? 😜
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James Haydon
10 months
What an amazing race!!! So much in it. A huge congratulations to @tommybridewell who is the new @OfficialBSB Champion! Incredible! Hats off to @GIrwinRacing for pushing all the way! And I’m sure Birdy is smiling down! Well done @PBM_Team x ❤️🍾👍🏆
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James Haydon
9 years
What a load of bollocks! Back row of the grid at Valencia? One of the hardest tracks to pass on ever! Idiots! Level them on points. #dogfight
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James Haydon
2 years
Seems mighty strange to miss @OfficialBSB at the amazing @CadwellPark this weekend. But wishing everyone a safe and awesome days racing! I’ll be keeping an eye whilst drinking G&T’s from my hols.🤞🏼
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James Haydon
1 year
Guess it was always going to happen… But I strangely enjoyed a bit of old school - uncontrolled passion in this increasingly sterile rider world. Could be worse. Could be MotoGP! Now they have gone bonkers! You won’t be able to pass at all soon. They need to chill out… Blimey.
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1 year
The incident involving Alastair Seeley and Alex Olsen in the Pirelli National Superstock Race earlier today Full sanction information in the link⬇️
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James Haydon
7 years
Such tragic, terrible news. Where's the Universe when you need it? All my thoughts go to Nicky's family and friends at this awful time. X
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James Haydon
4 years
Very excited to be finally heading back to @OfficialBSB this weekend!!! I’ve missed the racing... Boom! 💥
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James Haydon
4 years
What a weekend for @kyleryde !!! Your first ever win and then you make it a double! Brilliant. Nice work. 😎👍
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James Haydon
4 years
Might have to ride the smokers today... Carefully. I get it.
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James Haydon
2 years
Behind the scenes of our green studio. Tune in on @eurosport for another mega days racing @WorldSBK with @matt77roberts @Jimwhit69 and myself!
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James Haydon
1 year
Yum!!!!!
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James Haydon
7 years
@Jimwhit69 Hey my lovely friend. I'm so glad you've shared it. Thousands of positive healing vibes coming your way! You'll smash it once again! 👊❤🍀
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James Haydon
6 years
Having a big night out in London tonight to celebrate my wife and I’s 15th Wedding Anniversary (and 26 years together)! What a brilliant journey. ❤️ Would of got out by now... 🤣
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James Haydon
2 years
Wow! What a pleasure to watch and comment on such superb racing at the @WorldSBK this weekend. We really are being spoilt with the enormous skills of @jonathanrea @toprak_tr54 @19Bautista i could watch them all day long #incredible
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James Haydon
3 years
Awesome! Well done @tarranmac95 @YamahaRacingUK @McAMSYamaha !!!! 25 years apart between father and son championships. Incredible. Wow!!!!
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James Haydon
4 years
Been awol for a while. So I’ve only just learnt the awful news about Ben Godfrey. What a lovely chap he was. Full of fun and cheekyness and a real character. I hate that cruel side of our sport. It’s so unfair. My thoughts and feelings go out to all his loved ones. RIP Dude. X
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James Haydon
1 year
What lovely conditions for IOM TT. But bloody hell. 135mph!!! Boom! I was always at the TT as a Kid with my Dad. It got me into racing. But the deal for his early support was to promise never to do it. But I’d love to! Won’t! It’s so awesomely terrifying & utterly incredible!
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James Haydon
6 years
Loving this photo of my son and I above the cloud today...
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James Haydon
5 years
Always enjoyed watching Iannone ride but not so much his slide slowly down the factory teams when he has so much natural talent. But to miss the last day of such a critical test due to complications after cosmetic surgery is bloody ridiculous! A jaw remodel just before testing?
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James Haydon
6 years
So incredibly proud of all the amazing men and women who gave so much in WW1 so we can all live in freedom. And to all the amazing soldiers and personnel who continued and continue to selflessly protect us and our way of life. Thank you so much. ❤️
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James Haydon
5 years
Well chuffed with my son getting the bronze in the diving GP in London today. Especially as he was in the age group above from 14-16. The top 4. #prouddad
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James Haydon
6 years
Marquez may have crashed but had the tarmac not ran out, you got the feeling he might of flicked it back up again. I’ve never seen someone work so hard with a bike sliding down the track on its side. The black line of the front tyre must have been 15 meters long. #anotherplanet
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James Haydon
3 years
Wow! I’m overwhelmed with all your lovely words people. Thank you so much!!! It’s means a lot. X
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James Haydon
6 years
Can’t believe my little boy has become a teenager today! How quickly those 13 years have flown by... Scary but brilliant. Quick play on his new guitar then straight to school for games. We are so proud of you Zac and love you so much!!❤️
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James Haydon
4 years
Brilliant news that @Eurosport_UK will be extending their fantastic live coverage of the one and only @OfficialBSB until 2028! Can’t wait. Boom! 💥
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James Haydon
7 years
What a terrible week after Nicky Haydens awful accident. Here's hoping next week brings better news on one of the nicest guys in racing... 🙏
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James Haydon
5 years
I rarely do this as you open yourself up for a world of shit... But here’s hoping people see the bigger picture and vote right so we don’t have another hung parliament and can get actually get stuff sorted. #scared
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James Haydon
6 years
These petty infringements the organisers are imagining left, right and centre and the stupid penalties their imposing are getting ridiculous. They’re ruining the racing and our sport. It’s a bloody joke! #jobsworths
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James Haydon
7 years
Merry Christmas to all you lovely people! 🙏❤️X
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James Haydon
6 years
Filling in for my great buddy @Jimwhit69 this weekend on @Eurosport_UK from Imola. What a special track it is. Been a few years since I was racing around here but you don’t forget this place! Join me and @GregHainesTV for free practice, qualifying and racing over the next 3 days.
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James Haydon
3 years
So lovely to have fans back @OfficialBSB !!!! We’ve missed ya!
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James Haydon
6 years
Wow! How quickly has this seasons amazing @OfficialBSB flown by? So don’t forget to tune in @ 19.30 tonight on @ITV4 for the Championship decider! Brilliant racing, mixed conditions and a karma result. Final fix of the year! Thanks so much for all your support brilliant people!❤️
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James Haydon
1 year
Wow! Toprak to BMW! Didn’t see that coming. Got to imagine it’s BIG money. Gutted for Yamaha as its been such a great fit. But well done BMW. That’s a coup and a half as he’s absolute mustard! Will be fascinating to see if HE can make a difference. That will start a few dominoes.
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James Haydon
6 years
@Jimwhit69 Hey Dude!!! Pissed my pants when I spied this photo of you in today’s @MCNnews ... It’s so wrong yet strangely so right! 🤣🎅🏼
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James Haydon
3 years
Tragic news from World Supersport. All my thoughts go to the Vinales family and friends at this awful time. X
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James Haydon
5 years
Don’t injure our boys my sisters said... 😬 I’m in trouble... Bollocks. One last run we thought... They’ll not be happy with me. Small incident involving a rock drop off and some awkward ruts. Bit tricky getting him down as his R shoulder is not looking great. We await results.
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James Haydon
2 years
A huge congratulations to @BradRayRacing for winning the @OfficialBSB title! What a great job you’ve done. And also to all @OMGRacingUK and @YMUKofficial for giving you an awesome machine and team around you. A brilliant job from you all. Enjoy!!!!
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James Haydon
4 years
What a hugely welcome distraction that snow today was! I think (like most) we’ve done every walk within 15 miles! Nearly over.... I hope.
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James Haydon
6 years
So it’s not this time. But what a wonderful tournament. The team and manager have done brilliantly. They’ve played without fear and with utter passion. I’m proud of them all.
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James Haydon
5 years
So excited to be at Estoril today to test the new @BMWMotorrad S1000RR for @BikeMagazine ... Bit of rain overnight so fingers crossed it dries up a bit so we can truly spank it!
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James Haydon
5 years
Wow! I’m blown away with your lovely messages and advice on dogs you wonderful people. I’ll keep you posted but it’s a few weeks yet before he comes home to us. For all who asked he’s a miniature dachshund. A little sausage dog. Obviously I wanted a hard, tough looking beast! 😉
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James Haydon
4 years
So lovely to have my parents and my Auntie over today. Been a long while... Big thanks to my Auntie for my special ⁦⁦ @Zandra_Rhodes ⁩ Helmet!!! Awesome! ❤️
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