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RIP Nick Hoffman

Monday, October 17, 2011 | 3:20 PM

Racer X has learned of tragic news involving Nick Hoffman, Michael Byrne's mechanic. Hoffman was found dead in his hotel room Sunday morning.

We don't have many more details at this time but will be sure to post them as we learn more.

Nick was 30 years old. Godspeed.

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dono35 wrote: 4:57pm October 17, 2011

Horrible news :(

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JE97 wrote: 8:53pm October 17, 2011

Very sad.. Second time I have had to say RIP this weekend.. Let us not forget Dan Wheldon. Thoughts and prayers are with both of these mens families.. Godspeed, gentlemen.

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TBonemx47 wrote: 11:02pm October 17, 2011

30 yrs old dead in vegas hpoe its not drugs, but wont be shocked!

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HarryfromOK wrote: 11:40pm October 17, 2011

This was really a s--ty weekend for motorsports, Dan Wheldon, Rick Husseman, and now Nick. Really, really tragic...

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the_colorado_kid wrote: 1:16am October 18, 2011

Seriously?!?! What's the deal? You're right Harry - what a seriously crappy weekend for motorsports! My thoughts are with the families and friends during these difficult times....

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dgizzy1 wrote: 2:56am October 18, 2011

Wasnt that crappy for RV. Unless he lost it gambling ofcourse. anyways sad to hear of the guys passing. F1 coming to an end but man Sebastien Vettel killed them this yr. He is the next Michael Schumacher.

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endoman38 wrote: 10:28am October 19, 2011

In F1 it's 99% car and 1% driver, and there's less passing in F1 than there was in the Monster Cup. Having said that, I still like to watch F1...awesome cars!

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hoff7894 wrote: 7:40pm November 2, 2011

I am a friend of Nick's and live in Coral Springs FL, he has been to my house several times to help me with my bike......If anyone has any news please call me direct

Richard hoffman 754 368 4533

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