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Michael Annett, a former Xfinity Series race winner, has died at age 39

“Michael was a respected competitor whose determination, professionalism and positive spirit were felt by everyone in the garage,” NASCAR wrote in a statement

The driver stepped away from full-time racing in 2021 after a stress fracture in his leg sidelined him for part of the season

Michael Annett, known for winning the NASCAR Xfinity Series in 2019, has died. He was 39.

“Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Annett family with the passing of our friend Michael Annett,” JR Motorsports wrote on social media on Friday, Dec. 5.

The organization continued, “Michael was a key member of JRM from 2017 until he retired in 2021 and was an important part in turning us into the four-car organization w

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