Rossi and Hayden hit the track

From Ducati Press

TRENTO, ITALY -- Valentino Rossi and Nicky Hayden joined Ferrari’s Formula 1 drivers for a spectacular karting exhibition on Madonna di Campiglio’s frozen lake in front of an enthusiastic crowd of over 5,000 people on Friday.

“This week has been a spectacular event, and the races at the end were a lot of fun,” said Rossi. “In the end, I decided to take part because the atmosphere here at Wrooom was so fantastic, and because the fans deserved it. I got a few jolts from the holes, but nothing too bad. It was worth it.”

"This was my third Wrooom, and I think it was the best one yet," echoed Hayden. "It seems like they just make it better every year. They really treat us good, and we make a lot of friends, and it’s great to see them each year. This is a great way to kick things off, but there’s been enough talking about everything now. It’s time to get out there and do the real thing. I look forward to it."