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ORLANDO, Fla. (WFLA) -- Universal Orlando announced plans Friday to reopen the Stardust Racers roller coaster at Epic Universe, just over two weeks after a man was pronounced dead after riding it.

In a letter sent to Universal's theme park workers, obtained by NBC affiliate WESH, President and Chief Operating Officer Karen Irwin said the ride systems were functioning correctly following "a comprehensive technical and operational review" conducted alongside state and local officials.

The letter also said the ride system's manufacturer and an independent third-party roller coaster engineering expert conducted their own on-site testing.

"Safety, as always, is our top priority," Irwin wrote in th

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