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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Via AP news wire

Universal to reopen Stardust Racers ride two weeks after man's death

Amusement Park Death - (Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All rights reserved)

Universal Orlando Resort plans to reopen its Stardust Racers ride at Epic Universe more than two weeks after a 32-year-old man died of blunt force injuries after going on the high-speed roller coaster.

Signs will be updated to reinforce existing warnings and eligibility requirements to help visitors decide if they should go on the dual-launch coaster, which reaches speeds up to 62 mph (100 kph), Karen Irwin, president and chief operating officer at Universal Orlando Resort, said Friday in a memo to workers. The ride will reopen on Saturday.

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