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| | Darrell Russell Succumbs to Injuries |
 | | Darrell Russell, 35, of Hockley, Texas, died Sunday night from injuries suffered during a racing accident. |
 | | Russell responded by becoming only the third driver to win in his first professional start, in Pomona, Calif. Russell went on to win again in 2001, making seven final round appearances during his rookie season, earning the NHRA Rookie of the Year award. |
 | | Russell's career appeared to be on an upswing after winning two weeks ago, at Columbus, Ohio, and advancing to the semifinals last weekend, in Englishtown, N.J. He is survived by his wife, Julie. |
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