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Michael Annett, a former racecar driver who made 436 combined starts in NASCAR’s three national touring series, has died. He was 39 years old.
One of Annett’s former teams, JR Motorsports, posted the news on social media on Friday. No cause of death was declared.
“Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Annett family on the passing of our friend Michael Annett,” the team wrote. “Michael was a key member of JRM from 2017 until his retirement in 2021 and played a key role in transforming us into the four-car organization we are today.”
According to NASCAR, Annett made 321 starts in the Xfinity Series, 158 of which came with JRM.
In 2019, Annette won the season-opening race Daytona International Speedway Number 1 in JRM chevrolet For their only win at the national level.
Annette, native of des moines, iowaAlso a two-time winner in the ARCA Menards Series. he won in Talladega Superspeedway Made series debut at Daytona in 2007 and again in 2008.
“NASCAR is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of former NASCAR driver Michael Annett,” the racing organization said in a statement. “Michael was a respected competitor whose determination, professionalism and positive spirit was felt by everyone in the garage. Throughout his career, he represented our sport with the integrity and passion of a true racer. NASCAR offers its condolences to Michael’s family and many friends.”
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